Today we’d like to introduce you to Coach Jean’ Austin.
Hi Coach Jean’, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Coach Jean’ Austin is an award-winning mentor and business consultant, cancer survivor, and founder of Austin Business Strategies (ABS) and the BANKREADY®️ Model, a business development system that has helped secure over $1.5 billion in contracts for small and minority-owned firms. Prior to this I spent time in the Houston medical center. I entered as a paramedic / ER Medic and ultimately served a an oncology research coordinator. I was also a first time DAD to my beautiful daughter. Madison. She’s now a recent college grad and a new nurse working in oncology.
Fast forward a year’s lol, And with more than 35,000 business hours of training delivered and 10,000 + hours of Artificial Intelligence, Coach Jean’ blends mindset mastery with business and financial acumen to help leaders build bankable lives and businesses. His story is a testament to the truth that connection not just capital is what keeps us in the game.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It’s been a full-on grind. I survived a massive battle with head/Neck cancer. My wife has had 3 open heart surgeries within the 5-year spa. She has a new heart now. Shes my rock and shoulder to lean on. Taken on this and covid my team is even stronger than ever.
As you know, we’re big fans of Austin Business Strategies LLC/ BANKREADY. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
At Austin Business Strategies (ABS) and our signature platform BANKREADY®️ we exist for one mission:
👉🏽 To make small businesses *BANKABLE* and *CONTRACT-READY*.
We are not just another consulting firm—we are **the bridge between small business potential and institutional trust**.
🔹 What We Do
BANKREADY®️ Financial Capacity Building We help entrepreneurs understand their numbers, build strong financials, and position themselves to access capital, scale, and win government & corporate contracts.
* **Government Contracting Advisory With deep expertise in procurement, compliance, and capture management, we prepare businesses to compete at the highest levels.
AI-Powered Consulting We integrate cutting-edge AI tools into financial audits, M\&A due diligence, and operational workflows—giving small businesses the same competitive edge as enterprise players.
Training & Development From our *28-Day AI Challenge for Youth* to executive-level mindset training, we invest in the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders.
What Sets Us Apart
Audit-First Approach Before we consult, we audit. This means our recommendations are rooted in real data, not guesswork.
Dual Focus: Capital + Contracts We don’t just talk growth we position businesses to be funded by banks and trusted by federal agencies.
Proven Expertise With 30,000+ hours of training and decades in government contracting, finance, and executive strategy, we translate complex systems into simple pathways to growth.
BANKREADY®️ Framework A proprietary process that equips businesses to secure financing, scale operations, and pursue larger opportunities with confidence.
Brand Pride
We are most proud of being a champion for small businesses especially women-owned, veteran-owned, and minority-owned firms helping them step confidently into boardrooms, banks, and bidding tables where they belong.
Our brand represents trust, readiness, and empowerment. When you see BANKREADY®️, you know it means **this business is positioned to grow, compete, and win.
What We Want Readers to Know
ABS/BANKREADY®️ is more than a consulting firm.
We are your **strategic partner in financial growth, procurement readiness, and business expansion.
Whether you’re a startup founder, a construction firm looking to bid on contracts, or a seasoned entrepreneur preparing for acquisition—**we equip you with the tools, insights, and strategies to become BANKABLE, CONTRACT-READY, and ultimately, UNSTOPPABLE.
What do you like and dislike about the city?
I love the diversity and endless possibilities of things to do.
Pricing:
- DIY Package $1,499
- Mentorship starts out ay $2,499
- Speaking engagements begin around 5,250
- One on one begins at 450
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.austinbusinessstrategies.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjeanaustin/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/austinbusinessstrategies
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bankready
- Twitter: https://x.com/coachjeanaustin
