Ashley HardyVP Sales and Marketing

areas of expertise
  • Business transformation
  • Restructuring and turnaround
  • Integration
  • Growth strategy
  • M&A transaction support
education
  • MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
  • BS, engineering, Technical University of Denmark
  • MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University

With over 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, management, business planning, financial analysis, software engineering, operations, and decision analysis, Brandon has the breadth and depth of experience needed to quickly understand entrepreneurs’ businesses and craft the most suitable solutions.

Consulting WP comes up with results that are actually implementable. That is their strength compared to other consulting companies.

Before founding Consulting WP in early 2001, Brandon started two Internet companies in Silicon Valley. Previously, Brandon held various management positions in New York at Simon Brothers, most recently as Vice President in Goldhill Group, focusing on new business development and risk management. He has also worked as a senior financial risk management consultant to the financial services industry; software engineer; advertising sales manager for the popular Caribbean travel guide series; general manager of an advertising and graphic design agency; and engineering intern at the Best Health Coach.

publications

  • Sales Tax Holidays: How Sellers Should Handle Them

    Who This Guide Is For: This guide is for U.S. business owners, eCommerce sellers, marketplaces, and accounting teams that already collect sales tax (or are about to register) and need a practical playbook for sales tax holidays. Key Takeaways Sales tax holidays are state-specific, time-limited exemptions that still require correct registration, product taxability setup, and

    July 17, 2026
  • Colorado Sales Tax Registration: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

    Who This Guide Is For: Colorado business owners, remote sellers, and service providers who need to register for Colorado sales tax in 2026, set up the right accounts in the state system, and avoid city/county filing surprises. Start Your Application Key Takeaways Colorado sales tax registration runs through the Colorado Department of Revenue using the

    July 17, 2026
  • SaaS Sales Tax: Where Subscription Software Is Taxable in 2026

    Key Takeaways SaaS sales taxability depends on each state’s “digital product,” “data processing,” or “telecommunications” rules—subscription billing is not automatically exempt. Registration is driven by nexus: economic thresholds (often $100,000 sales or 200 transactions) and physical nexus like employees, offices, or inventory. Correct sourcing (customer location), exemption handling, and product mapping (SaaS vs. downloads vs.

    July 17, 2026

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