MarlonManagement

Business management for independent trades

The craft is yours. Let us keep the books.

MarlonManagement helps independent contractors and artisans organize the work, understand their numbers, and grow on their own terms — without the paperwork getting in the way.

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On the booksMarlonManagement
Years in practice
15
Location
Houston, TX
Built for
Owner-operators
We work with PlumbersElectriciansHVACCarpentersPaintersRoofersLandscapersMasonsMechanicsArtisans & makers

What we help you with

Pick one area or work through several. We start where your business needs it most.

  1. 01

    Business planning

    Set clear goals for the year ahead and a realistic path to reach them, based on how your business actually runs today.

  2. 02

    Pricing & quoting

    Work out what your time, materials and travel really cost, so every quote protects your margin.

  3. 03

    Bookkeeping & cash flow

    Keep invoices, expenses and payments organized so you always know where the business stands.

  4. 04

    Scheduling & operations

    Build simple routines for jobs, suppliers and follow-ups so less falls through the cracks.

  5. 05

    Marketing & growth

    Reach the customers you want with a clear message and a plan that fits your budget.

  6. 06

    Hiring & team management

    Bring on your first helper or grow a crew with clear roles, expectations and routines.

How it works

Three steps from your first message to a plan in motion.

  1. 01

    Send your request

    Fill out the form. Tell us your trade and what you want to improve.

  2. 02

    Talk it through

    We discuss your business, your goals and where the biggest gains are.

  3. 03

    Put the plan to work

    We agree on the scope in writing, then work alongside you to put it in place.

15 years alongside independent business owners

MarlonManagement is a business management firm based in Houston. For 15 years we have helped independent contractors and artisans put structure behind the work they already do well.

We know that running a trade means long days, tight schedules and little time for paperwork. Our job is to take that weight off, so you can spend your time on the work and the customers.

  • Plain languageClear explanations you can act on.
  • Practical stepsAdvice that fits how your business really runs.
  • Your business stays yoursYou make the decisions. We help you make good ones.

Common questions

Who do you work with?

Independent contractors, tradespeople, artisans and other owner-operated businesses, from solo operators to small crews.

Is my business too small?

No. Many of the people we work with are just starting out or run a business on their own. We fit the work to the size of your business.

What happens after I send the form?

We read your request and contact you by email or phone to talk about your business and how we can help.

How much does it cost?

It depends on what you need. After we learn about your business, we agree on the scope and fees in writing before any work begins.

Do you keep my personal information?

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Tell us about your business

Fill out the form and we will reach out to talk through where to start.

MarlonManagement
MERLON INTERNATIONAL LLC
Three Riverway, Suite 750
Houston, TX 77056

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