Formation, finances, branding, and web — done for you by someone with 20+ years of experience who's launched many businesses. You focus on your craft. I'll build the rest. Trusted by first-time founders nationwide.
- 20+ years of design experience — branding, print, and digital
- 13+ years of QuickBooks expertise — setup, training, and bookkeeping
- 12+ industries served — from food & beverage to e-commerce to non-profits
- Average launch time: 10 days — from formation to open for business
Our Services
Stop Googling "how to start an LLC." We handle the paperwork, registrations, and filings so you're legally ready to operate. LLC formation, EIN registration, S-Corp election, operating agreements, business licenses, and compliance filings.
Never wonder where your money went. We set up your books, train you on the system, and keep everything accurate month after month. QuickBooks setup, bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Look like you've been in business for years — even if you launched last week. Professional branding that builds trust on sight. Logo design, brand identity systems, business cards, marketing materials, style guides, and packaging.
Your customers are searching for you right now. Make sure they find a professional site, not a blank page. Domain, email, hosting, custom website, SEO, e-commerce, and performance optimization.
Stop guessing what's holding your business back. Get a clear diagnosis and a concrete plan to fix it. Process reviews, financial audits, strategy sessions, implementation management, and change management.
Your customers are already talking online. Make sure they're talking about you — and to each other. Community management, social media strategy, content calendars, paid ads, and email marketing.
Why Choose Us
- All-in-One Partner: Formation, finances, branding, and digital — one person handles it all.
- Built for First-Time Founders: We specialize in helping people launch their first business.
- Fully Operational in 10 Days: Four parallel work streams get you up and running fast.
- Fixed Pricing, No Surprises: Service packages and hourly blocks that never expire.
- 20+ Years Experience: Deep expertise in design, bookkeeping, and business operations.
About Chris Megenbier
I'm Chris. I've spent 20+ years in design and 13 years in bookkeeping, and somewhere along the way I realized most of my clients needed the same thing: someone who could help them build the whole foundation, not just one piece of it. I started this consultancy to be that person — one point of contact who handles formation, finances, branding, and web so founders can focus on the work they actually love.
- 20+ years of professional design experience
- 13+ years of QuickBooks expertise
- Deep knowledge of LLC formation, S-Corp elections, and business compliance across all 50 states
- Hands-on experience with brand identity systems, web development, and digital marketing
Our Mission: We believe every first-time founder deserves a strong foundation. Our mission is to remove the barriers to launching a business by providing hands-on, all-in-one support — formation, finances, branding, and digital presence — so you can be fully operational in as little as 10 days.
All Services
Everything you need to go from idea to fully operational — handled for you.
Stop Googling "how to start an LLC." We handle the paperwork, registrations, and filings so you're legally ready to operate.
- Articles of Organization (LLC)
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- S-Corp Election Filing
- BOI Reporting
- Operating Agreement
- Business Bank Account Setup
- DBA / Trade Name Filings
- Business Licenses & Permits
- Annual Report Management
- Contract Templates
Never wonder where your money went. We set up your books, train you on the system, and keep everything accurate.
- QuickBooks File Setup
- QuickBooks Online Migration
- Bookkeeping Training
- QuickBooks Integrations
- QuickBooks Review & Cleanup
- Ongoing Bookkeeping
- Workflow Automation
- Payroll Setup & Processing
- Sales Tax Setup & Filing
- Monthly Financial Statements
- Budgeting & Cash-Flow Modeling
- Year-End Close Support
Look like you've been in business for years — even if you launched last week.
- Logo Design
- Full Brand Identity
- Business Cards
- Presentation Templates
- Flyers & Marketing Collateral
- Apparel Decoration & Sourcing
- Style Guide / Brand Guidelines
- Packaging Design
- Custom Illustrations & Icons
Your customers are searching for you right now. Make sure they find a professional site.
- Domain Registration
- Professional Email Setup
- DNS & Hosting
- Custom Web Design & Development
- Analytics & SEO
- E-commerce Setup
- Performance Optimization
Stop guessing what's holding your business back. Get a clear diagnosis and a concrete plan to fix it.
- Process Review — Find the bottlenecks costing you time and money
- Financial Review — Know exactly where your money is going and where it should be
- Strategy Sessions — Get answers when you need them, not next quarter
- Implementation Management — Turn your plan into results with hands-on support
- Change Management — Get your team aligned and moving in the same direction
Your customers are already talking online. Make sure they're talking about you — and to each other.
- Community Management — Build a community your customers actually want to be part of
- Discord Moderation — A community that runs smoothly, even when you're not watching
- Social Media Setup — Show up on social media with confidence, not confusion
- Content Calendar — Know what to post, when to post it, and why it matters
- Paid Social Ads — Ads that actually reach the right people
- Email Marketing — Stay in your customers' inbox, not their spam folder
Pricing
Transparent, flexible pricing with no hidden fees. Hours never expire.
Hourly Packages
Purchase blocks of hours at discounted rates. Use them for any service, anytime — hours never expire.
- Starter (10 hours): $100/hr — Ideal for small tasks and getting started
- Growth (25 hours): $90/hr — Best for ongoing projects
- Professional (50 hours): $80/hr — Great for comprehensive business setup
- Enterprise (100+ hours): $75/hr — Maximum savings for large-scale projects
Service Packages
Fixed-price packages for predictable budgeting on common business needs like LLC formation, QuickBooks setup, brand identity, and website development.
Payment Methods
We accept multiple payment methods: cash/check, credit cards, ACH transfers, cryptocurrency, equity/commission arrangements, and barter agreements.
Book Your Free Business Launch Call
Tell us where you are and where you want to be — we'll map out the next steps together.
Email: info@cmegconsulting.com
Location: Chicagoland & Nationwide (serving all 50 states)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of businesses do you work with?
We specialize in helping first-time business owners and growing small businesses. Whether you're launching your first LLC or scaling an existing operation, we provide hands-on support from formation through daily operations.
How long does it take to launch my business?
Most clients are fully operational in as little as 10 days. We run four parallel work streams — formation, branding, financial setup, and digital presence — so nothing waits in line.
Do you offer ongoing support after project completion?
Absolutely! We offer various ongoing support packages including monthly bookkeeping, website maintenance, and consulting retainers.
How do hourly packages work?
You purchase a block of hours upfront at a discounted rate. These hours can be used for any service offered. Hours never expire.
Do purchased hours expire?
No, hours never expire. Once you purchase a package, those hours are yours to use whenever you need them.