# Core Business Solutions

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/core-business-solutions

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Lewisburg, US
- Website: www.thecoresolution.com/
- Latest round: Seed (Jul 1, 2005)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Core Business Solutions, Inc. is a U.S.-based firm specializing in ISO consulting, focusing on ISO 9001 certification to help small businesses enhance their operational processes and compliance with government standards.Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Lewisburg, US, Core Business Solutions, Inc. provides consulting services tailored to ISO certification. The company, founded by Maureen Hurd and Scott Dawson, has completed a total of 7 deals, with the latest funding round occurring on February 11, 2025, amounting to USD 150,000 from investors including Ben Franklin Technology Partners. The CEO is Maureen Hurd.Core Business Solutions specializes in providing expert ISO consulting services, focusing on ISO 9001 certification and related standards for small businesses. Their structured four-step consulting process guides clients through planning, implementation, internal review, and certification, facilitating compliance with standards like ISO 27001 and CMMC for clients engaging with the U.S. government and the Department of Defense. The firm assists hundreds of small businesses annually in achieving certification, thereby enhancing operational processes and strengthening American small enterprises.Core Business Solutions operates on a B2B model, generating revenue primarily from a structured fee system for consulting engagements that cover the ISO certification process, including documentation preparation, internal audits, and final certification audits. While specific pricing plans are not disclosed, the company offers various consulting packages tailored to meet diverse business needs, ensuring clients are prepared for certification and compliance.On February 11, 2025, Core Business Solutions, Inc. was fully acquired by LRQA Group Limited, a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, which aims to expand its digital capabilities through this acquisition. Future growth will likely involve the development of new products and services aimed at enhancing their consulting offerings and expanding market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jul 1, 2005 — Ben Franklin Technology Partners
- Seed, Feb 1, 2005 — Ben Franklin Technology Partners
- Seed, Apr 1, 2004 — Ben Franklin Technology Partners
- Seed, Apr 1, 2003 — Ben Franklin Technology Partners

## Investors

- Ben Franklin Technology Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ben-franklin-technology-partners) — Seed