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Most people pick a lane. I built a highway. I'm Jae and in the time it takes you to read this, I've already thought about three ways to make your business run better. I help businesses untangle operations, ship projects, and build brands that actually work — from the inside out. With 8+ years as a freelance business consultant and technical project manager, I've worked across healthcare, finance, hospitality, and creative industries. I bring the same strategic clarity to a $200K revenue recovery audit as I do to launching a brand from the ground up. What I've delivered: — $200,000 in recoverable revenue identified through a billing and operations audit at a skilled nursing facility — 100% staff adoption of new workflows at Rush University Medical Center through a full change management strategy — 35% reduction in audit preparation time through process redesign — Built and launched a full multi-channel brand (SJRH) including digital products, B2B sales strategy, and AI-powered content production. I work well with founders who need both strategic thinking and execution, operations leaders who need things documented and done right, and growing businesses that need project management with real accountability. My approach is direct, organized, and results focused. I don't just deliver documents — I deliver outcomes. Ready to work? Let's go. Check Out Some Cool Things Below & My Gallery Tools Used: Sharepoint| Smartsheets| Gumroad| Microsoft Office Suite| MS Project| Microsoft CoPilot| ChatGPT| Claude Anthropic|| HeyGen| Canva| JIRA| ASANA| SLACK| NOTION|

I am a dynamic restaurant consultant with a proven track record in driving operational excellence, elevating customer experiences, and maximizing revenue growth. Skilled in optimizing workflows, restructuring leadership teams, and executing strategic initiatives that accelerate business performance. Expertise in refining menu offerings, enhancing operational efficiency, and crafting bespoke solutions that foster long-term success and cultivate customer loyalty. I founded and was the managing partner for Messenger Coffee & Ibis Bakery in Kansas City (as part of this umbrella company, I also owned and operated 4 cafés called The Filling Stations, Blackdog Coffee House and a boutique bakery called Fervere. I had about 200 employees). I sold Messenger/Ibis to a PE firm in 2020 and have been restaurant, cafe and manufacturing consulting since. My most recent project was consulting for an Australian café and full-service restaurant in Chicago, with the objective of making sure all parts of the scope were covered within the expected timeline for opening.

An ever-learning business professional aiming to help businesses of all sizes create and promote their vision through effective organization and project management. My primary skills are relative to improving operational performance through technical systems management. In my day job, I serve as a business intelligence-healthcare consultant for clients looking to maximize revenue within the practices. I believe in producing value-based, high-quality work through dedicated and efficient service. I love transparent communication and relationship building as foundational blocks to success. I am very knowledgeable in all areas of business management and customer support. I pride myself in constantly acquiring new skills to enhance my client's experience further. I am a firm believer that communication and transparency on both ends of business lead to success. Thank you for viewing my profile, and I welcome the opportunity to be of service.

I’m a business consultant and visual storytelling expert with over 15 years of experience helping companies—from Fortune 500 brands to fast-scaling startups—solve complex problems, pitch ideas, and win business. I’ve been a Deloitte consultant and a Vice President at major brands, and I’ve sold and delivered hundreds of millions of dollars in projects. I know the entire breadth of business—from strategy and financial modeling to brand storytelling and presentation design. Whether you’re building a business case, pitch deck, or financial model, I ensure you’re leveraging the best technology and tools to streamline your workflow and achieve results. What I bring to the table: • Pitch Decks & Presentations that Win: Executive-level slides that tell your story clearly, compellingly, and visually. • Business Strategy & Financial Models: From startups to established companies, I’ve built strategies that scale and financial models that decision-makers trust. • Startup & Corporate Experience: I understand both scrappy innovation and big-enterprise rigor, making me the perfect partner for founders, CEOs, and executives alike. • Tech Savvy & Future-Focused: I know how to leverage cutting-edge tools to increase productivity and improve how businesses communicate and operate. I’m easy to work with, fun to partner with, and I always go the extra mile to deliver exactly what you need. Let’s connect and build something great together!