The two founders, Andrew Laing and Vincent Ashcroft, met in the Budget Office of Timor-Leste in 2001 at the tail end of the UN mission that helped to restore independence after 25 years of Indonesian occupation. Working inside the newly formed government and dealing with the international development community’s overwhelming presence left a lasting impression. Our mission became one of looking for a better way to help developing countries find their own path to self-reliance and fiscal sustainability. We have worked separately and together in diverse countries, including Iraq, Cambodia, Indonesia, Liberia, Afghanistan, PNG, Pakistan, and Puerto Rico. Over the years, we have developed a strong team-based and problem-driven approach to help governments and reformers facing considerable challenges in low capacity and volatile environments.