TRC Advisory

TRC Advisory

Boutique strategy consulting for industrials

Overview

TRC Advisory provides management consulting services focused on corporate and business unit strategy, pricing, performance improvement, and go-to-market transformation for public, private, and private equity clients in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Its engagements are tailored, with senior leaders actively guiding small, highly skilled teams through rigorous analysis and hands-on implementation to deliver actionable strategies. The firm differentiates itself through senior-led, collaborative work with smaller teams, a deep industry focus on industrials and manufacturing, and strong PE experience, avoiding large, hierarchical structures. Its goal is to create measurable value by improving strategy, pricing, market approach, and operational performance, ultimately driving growth for clients; following the 2025 acquisition, its leadership joined Elixirr to extend strategic capabilities and US presence.

Significant Headcount Growth

About TRC Advisory

Simplify's Rating
Why TRC Advisory is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Elixirr said TRC was immediately earnings-enhancing after the September 19, 2025 closing.
  • Elixirr reported cross-sell from TRC with integration ongoing through 2026.
  • TRC generated $28.8 million revenue and $13.5 million EBITDA in 2024.

What critics are saying

  • TRC's $32 million top-up depends on FY25 EBITDA by April 30, 2026.
  • Elixirr used a $20.25 million loan and $65 million facility to fund TRC.
  • Partner departures during 2026 destroy TRC's Chicago client coverage and earnout economics.

What makes TRC Advisory unique

  • Tim Romberger's senior-led model keeps partners on client work, not sales.
  • TRC specializes in industrials and manufacturing, where pricing and productivity wins are measurable.
  • Elixirr's 2025 acquisition gives TRC broader global delivery and U.S. scale.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 9%

1 year growth

↑ 9%

2 year growth

↑ 10%
Brown Brothers Media
Sep 22nd, 2025
Elixirr Announces Largest Acquisition to Date to Accelerate Growth in the US and Deepen Strategic Capabilities - Silicon Canals

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elixirr International plc (ELIX.L) (“Elixirr”), the established, global award-winning challenger consultancy, today announces the

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