"Rainmaker owners tend to have strong connections because they are involved in every facet of the customer relationship," says Laurie Barkman. "They are responsible for service delivery, product development, sales, even client service. That’s a lot for one person to handle, but is it sustainable?"
Henry Devries is the CEO and Acquisitions Editor at his firm. He specializes in media, data, and business insights, with a particular focus on attracting high-paying clients and leveraging strategies from notable companies like Salesforce, Tesla, and New Balance. Henry's expertise is showcased in his 13 books, including "Marketing With a Book" and "How to Close a Deal Like Warren Buffett," and he has been featured in Forbes and California Business Journal.