Who We Are
Experienced partners working alongside your team
NewPlan is led by Peter Buchanan and Michael Rapaport. Together, they bring experience advising technology businesses and leading companies through growth, operating change, capital decisions, and acquisitions.
You work with partners who can help assess the strategic choices and the practical work required to carry them out. When an engagement needs additional expertise, we can draw on experienced executives and consulting partners.
Additional expertise when the work requires it
Our extended network covers product management, software development, marketing and communications, sales enablement, finance, recruiting, and other specialist needs. We agree which capabilities belong in the engagement and who will provide them.
Meet the partners
Peter Buchanan
Managing Partner
Peter works with technology founders, CEOs, and boards on growth strategy, operating priorities, fundraising preparation, and M&A readiness. His work connects market choices with financial plans and management execution.
He has more than 25 years of experience spanning enterprise software, AI, cybersecurity, government contracting, and other technology markets. He founded or co-founded NewPlan, Chessiecap, and Operon Partners, and previously worked at British Telecom, GE, and Deloitte.
As CEO of VIAcode Consulting, Peter helped drive more than 40% revenue growth over two years. His advisory work includes long-term engagements with StoredIQ, iGov, and Acceller.
Michael Rapaport
Managing Partner
Michael works with leadership teams on growth, go-to-market execution, operating change, and executive transitions. He has more than 30 years of experience in enterprise software, data analytics, and cybersecurity, including roles as CEO, COO, and CRO in venture-backed and private equity-owned businesses.
His career includes four successful exits. He has built commercial and product teams, improved operating performance, and worked with founders, boards, and investors through major business transitions.
Michael helps teams identify what is holding back growth, clarify priorities, and build the leadership and operating practices needed to move forward.