What does success look like to you?

Whatever it is, we are here to help you realize your dream and overcome obstacles along the way.

Our Mission

Helping to empower small businesses in Arizona by providing expert advisory services that foster sustainable growth, innovation, and long-term success. We are dedicated to delivering personal, actionable guidance that helps entrepreneurs navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve their business goals.

Get After It!

We can help guide you with:

  • Business Planning and Strategy

  • Financial Management

  • Marketing and Customer Focus

  • Operational Excellence

  • Leadership and Talent

  • Risk Management

  • Continuous Improvement

  • Networking and Community Engagement

  • Sustainability

Our Values

  1. Integrity: We conduct our business honestly and transparently, ensuring our clients receive trustworthy and ethical advice.

  2. Excellence: We strive for the highest standards of professionalism and quality in all our services, continuously improving to serve our clients better.

  3. Innovation: We encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions to help our clients stay ahead in a competitive market.

  4. Collaboration: We believe in the power of partnership, working closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and goals.

  5. Empowerment: We aim to empower our clients by providing them with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to succeed independently.

Charles A. Sholtis: Biography

Charles A. Sholtis, a distinguished leader in the plastics industry, graduated from Villanova University in 1983. Following his graduation, he served as a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy Pacific Fleet until 1986 where he honed his leadership and strategic skills.

Sholtis began his civilian career in sales, where his talent for business development and client relations made a positive impact. His exceptional performance led him through the ranks, culminating in his role as CEO and owner of Plastic Molding Technology (PMT Inc) in El Paso, Texas, a position he held until the sale of the business in 2021.

Under Sholtis’ leadership, PMT achieved significant milestones, including ISO14000, and TS16949 quality registration. PMT also was named Manufacturer of the Year in 2014 and received the Society of Plastics Engineers Business Management Award in 2015, Export Achievement Award in 2016, and Inc. 5000 in 2019. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence in safety, workforce development, and customer focus propelled the company to the forefront of the industry.

Sholtis also contributed to the broader plastics industry by serving on various boards such as the Manufacturers Association of Plastics Processors, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the Connecticut Plastics Council, the Plastic Industry Association, and Texas (MAC). His involvement in these organizations underscored his dedication to advancing the field of manufacturing.

In 1993 he received an MS in Business Management from RPI Hartford Graduate Center Corporate Fellows.

Beyond his professional achievements, Sholtis is known for his philanthropic efforts and community involvement, supporting causes related to poverty, health, and veterans. He enjoys family time, travel, time on the water, reading, and fishing.

For more details on Charles A. Sholtis’ professional journey, visit his LinkedIn profile.

Trident Advisors

Charles A Sholtis

Principal

“By adhering to our values and best practices, small businesses and startups can create a vision with a solid foundation for growth, resilience, and long-term success.”

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

— Mark Twain