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Behind every creative person, every small and growing business, is an Alfred. There comes a point in the development of every business where if an organizational overhaul doesn't take place, scaling isn't possible. That's where I come in. You might know exactly what you want, or you might have a general sense of unease. Many business owners know there are things that can be done better, but they aren't sure where to start and don't have the time to figure it out. I've spent years honing a carefully curated (but extensive) list of skills by working with small business teams and as a freelancer. These various experiences have given me invaluable insights into different industries, processes, tools and departments. I've had my hands in dozens of different projects and this has allowed me to analyze businesses and develop custom solutions. I've also worked really hard to become acclimated to as much technology as possible. I'm certified in Asana, Notion, Make.com, Quickbooks, Trainual and Gorgias. I'm expert-level in Clickup, Trello, Monday, Processstreet, Jira, Confluence, Hubspot, Hubstaff, Harvest, Front, and many more. Some of my specialty areas include: - Day to day direct executive support, project management or operations management - Acting as team communication leader and project manager ensuring efficient information sharing - Process development - Analyzing, streamlining and automating workflows - Tool recommendations, data migration, set up and training - Financials (Quickbooks, data transfers, budgets, action plans) I am a certified Quickbooks Pro Advisor! I am certified to help you optimize your usage of Quickbooks. - I specialize in choosing, setting up and executing project management software. I am well versed in all major options. I am also an Asana Together Certified Pro and Notion Certified. - Developing, launching and leading initiatives regarding efficiency, organization, team building, marketing, hiring, and more. - Resource management including HR, payroll and employee engagement - Long term goal planning, and breaking down those goals into achievable projects with specific steps and due dates - Putting out fires, reducing bottlenecks, and keeping things from falling through the cracks Certified in: Asana, Notion, Gorgias, Make.com, Trainual and Quickbooks Experienced in: Airtable Calendly Canva Clickup Clockify Confluence Dubsado Etsy Google Data Studio Google Products Harvest Hector Hexnode Highlevel Hive Hootsuite Hubspot Hubstaff Insightly Loomly Monday.com Office/Microsoft Products Paymo Post Affiliate Pro Processstreet Reclaim Shopify Sortly Sunsama Todoist Trello Various form tools (google forms, tidyform, notionforms, etc.) Verious email marketing tools (Mailchimp, infusionsoft, constant contact, keap, etc.) WordPress Wrike Zendesk Zoho And even more industry specific software (NutriAdmin, ServiceNow, ConnectWise, etc.)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Kathleen knows how to STRATEGIZE GROWTH FOR A BUSINESS! She helped our startup narrow down our offering and clarify our value proposition, which was huge" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Kathleen and Volt have proven their value as a long-term, strategic partner. A collaborative partnership with constant innovation and creativity" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Excellent communication, great ideas, beautiful execution" I help founders and growth-minded teams unlock serious momentum through done-for-you business strategy and marketing execution. Think of it as having your own growth partner in your corner. What I bring to the table: deep market research and analysis to answer the hard growth questions, smart business development planning, brand positioning that actually resonates, compelling messaging, strategic ad management, and full-spectrum marketing guidance. Whether you’re an early-stage startup or an established company ready to scale boldly, I meet you where you are. I can audit what’s working (and what’s not), offer sharp, actionable insights—or guide you step-by-step from the ground up. Let’s map a clear path to growth, leverage digital to its fullest, and build the kind of traction that drives real revenue. Ready when you are. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 👍 - IF YOU’RE READY, LET'S GO - 👍 Message me and let's get you growing! IF YOU’RE NOT QUITE READY - 👇 If you are still trying to decide whom you want to work with, I offer a 30-minute "test drive" call where we go hands-on right away and begin working through your initial questions, fact-finding, and strategy process and quickly determine the best course of action for future steps. I don't hold back, I'll give you real value in the first call. (Message me for a booking link; Upwork doesn't allow hyperlinks here). I look forward to working with you and helping you hit your business growth goals! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have worked with: eBay, the World Bank, JP Morgan, Shell Foundation, Walmart Foundation, and the City of Austin, just to name a few enterprises. On the startup side, I have led the growth strategy for startups to gain traction, raise funding ($5M and counting), and I've served as a growth coach through SBDC centers in Texas. I've got an MBA, an engineering degree, and years of running my own business as a female entrepreneur. I can't wait to face your hardest problem head-on. Let's talk!

I am a US-based NetSuite consultant focused on helping companies optimize, automate, and scale their NetSuite environments before and after go-live. I have nearly a decade of NetSuite experience and have worked across 150+ end-to-end implementations, optimization projects, integrations, reporting builds, and post-implementation support engagements. I hold an MBA from the Texas McCombs School of Business and bring a strong finance, accounting, and operations lens to NetSuite projects. My goal is not just to “make NetSuite work,” but to design practical systems that support accounting teams, operations teams, executives, and day-to-day users. NetSuite Certifications Include: SuiteFoundations Certified NetSuite Administrator Certified NetSuite ERP Consultant Certified Financial User Certified SuiteAnalytics User NetSuite Services Include: NetSuite Administration Saved Searches, Reports, KPIs, and SuiteAnalytics Workflows and Approval Routing Dashboards, Roles, Permissions, and User Access SuiteScript Support and Troubleshooting Suitelets, User Events, Scheduled Scripts, and Map/Reduce Scripts CSV Imports and Data Migration Implementation and Post-Go-Live Optimization Custom Records, Fields, Forms, and Segments Accounting, Inventory, Order-to-Cash, and Procure-to-Pay Processes Integrations with platforms such as Shopify, BigCommerce, Celigo, Avalara, EDI, SFTP, and APIs Employee Training, Documentation, and Walkthroughs Month-End Close Support and Process Improvement I specialize in helping businesses that already use NetSuite but need a senior resource to clean up issues, improve reporting, automate manual work, support accounting operations, troubleshoot errors, or make the system easier for employees to use. I have experience working with companies across eCommerce, wholesale distribution, manufacturing, nonprofit, professional services, and other industries. Whether you need help fixing a saved search, improving an approval workflow, supporting an integration, cleaning up data, training users, or designing a scalable NetSuite process, I can provide hands-on support with a practical business-first approach.

As a highly accomplished strategy consultant with experience at Mars & Co. (BCG spinoff), I bring a track record of delivering exceptional results and driving business growth for companies across various industries. With a specialization in corporate development, new market innovation, and strategic partnerships, I have consistently made a significant impact on organizations' bottom lines. I have successfully led and executed strategic initiatives, such as mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, that have resulted in substantial business growth and market expansion. Through my in-depth market research, financial evaluations, and competitor analysis, I have identified lucrative investment opportunities and provided insightful recommendations to drive profitability and market share. One of my key strengths lies in my ability to develop and implement effective new market entry strategies. By leveraging cross-functional teams and harnessing market insights, I have orchestrated successful market launches, driving significant revenue growth and establishing a strong foothold in competitive markets. My expertise extends beyond strategic execution to fostering innovation and driving collaborative efforts. I have actively fostered strategic alliances and leveraged partnerships to fuel innovation, gain a competitive edge, and deliver cutting-edge solutions to clients. By staying abreast of market trends, customer needs, and technological advancements, I have consistently developed innovative strategies that have reshaped industries and generated sustainable value for businesses. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills, ensuring the alignment of goals and objectives across organizations. I thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and excel at delivering measurable results that exceed client expectations. If you are seeking a seasoned consultant who can deliver transformative outcomes and provide strategic guidance for your business, I am confident in my ability to bring significant value to your organization. I am eager to contribute my expertise and partner with you in achieving your business objectives.

Experienced in leadership and innovation * 20+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, AI and software development * 9+ years of experience as a technology executive and startup founder * consulted and advised 10+ early stage startups leading in technology, product, cybersecurity, and fundraising * 4 AI-related patents Measurable output in raising * PI on 4 SBIRs and STTRs - Total of $6.63 million including phase 3 * Over $33 million in US government dollars - SBIRs, Prizes, Contracts, and Appropriations * Over $15 million from private sector investments - Venture Capital Building from scratch * as head of AI, created patented Intelligent Dispatch AI tool for same day delivery operations * as CTO at early stage startup -- built team 0 to 10+, brought 3 products to market in 2 years, deployed software in defense cloud, and obtained SOC 2 * as Co-founder and President -- in 2 years, built autonomous data harvesting systems and novel CAD AI applications obtaining 10M+ from government funding and currently generating 2M+ a year across 5 products * as fractional CTO -- built small team from scratch, built 2 AI-based legal-tech web applications in 1.5 years along with autonomous data gathering and vector embedding of free text, optimized design for quick-paced startup Misc. * PhD in physics (dissertation in Cosmology) * MS in statistics (Bayesian statistics)

Former founder turned investor at one of the largest pre-seed venture firms. Here to help with anything related to: - Venture Capital -Fundraising strategy -Pitching -Go-to-market strategy -How to get into a startup accelerator -Executive Coaching -Sales & Marketing