Answers to common questions about working with Round 1 Solutions, our process, and what we can build together.
Round 1 Solutions solves business problems with technology as a service provider for marketing, business, and entertainment. The firm offers technology advisory, custom software development, brand identity design, UI/UX design, and strategic consulting — advising on the right tools for the job rather than pushing a one-size-fits-all product.
Round 1 Solutions is the anti-SaaS solution because it does not push one-size-fits-all software subscriptions. The firm starts with the business problem, then advises on the right tools for the job — configuring what a client already owns, recommending off-the-shelf software when it fits, and building custom technology only when nothing else does. The result is technology that serves the business, not a recurring bill for software that goes unused.
Round 1 Solutions provides technology services for marketing, business, and entertainment. That includes marketing technology and brand experiences, custom business tools and workflow solutions, and platforms for the entertainment industry spanning music, media, and live streaming.
Round 1 Solutions LLC was co-founded by CEO Eugene Strawn and President Jermaine Williams. Eugene leads strategic vision and product development with a background in software engineering and business strategy, while Jermaine drives operations, client relationships, and business development with expertise in project management.
Round 1 Solutions follows a four-phase design and development process: Discovery (stakeholder interviews, workflow audits, and problem definition), Strategy (technical architecture and approach planning), Execution (iterative design and development with regular client check-ins), and Launch (deployment, testing, and ongoing optimization). This Discovery-First methodology has reduced scope creep by 73% and cut average delivery timelines by 40% across client engagements.
Round 1 Solutions builds and operates two flagship products: Round1Interview.com, a professional mock interview platform that combines live 1-on-1 coaching with AI-powered feedback analysis, and ApexAnalyst.com, an analytics platform that evaluates website AI search readiness. The firm has also delivered 8 client projects spanning marketplace platforms, AI SaaS, enterprise software, and HR tech.
Round 1 Solutions project timelines range from 4–6 weeks for brand identity work to 3–6 months for full custom platform development. The firm's Discovery-First methodology reduces average delivery time by 40%, bringing typical projects from 5.2 months down to 3.1 months. Detailed timelines are provided during the discovery phase before any development begins.
Round 1 Solutions specializes in white label SaaS architecture using a three-layer system: a Foundation Layer of shared business logic, a Configuration Layer for per-brand customization, and a Presentation Layer for unique brand experiences. This approach reduces per-deployment costs by up to 65% and enables new brand deployments in 2–3 days instead of 2–3 months.
Round 1 Solutions works with both startups and established businesses. The firm tailors its approach to each client's stage, budget, and goals — whether that means building a first product and brand identity from scratch or modernizing an existing digital presence with the right technology stack.
Round 1 Solutions begins every engagement with a free consultation. Submit a project inquiry through the Contact page with details about your goals, timeline, and budget, and the team responds within 24 hours with initial thoughts, next steps, and a tailored proposal.
Round 1 Solutions offers ongoing maintenance, support, and iteration packages after product launch. Many clients work with the firm on a retainer basis to ensure their products continue to evolve, stay secure, and perform optimally as their business grows.
Round 1 Solutions differentiates itself as the anti-SaaS solution: instead of selling a product, it starts with the business problem and advises on the right tools for the job. Its Discovery-First methodology front-loads research and problem definition before any design or development begins, and the firm builds and operates its own software products — Round1Interview.com and ApexAnalyst.com — applying the same rigor to client work that it applies to its own platforms.