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Are you looking to reduce turnover, streamline HR processes, and cultivate a workplace where top talent stays and thrives? I specialize in helping growth-minded organizations transform people challenges into opportunities for business success. My hands-on experience leading HR strategy means you get trusted expertise, not theory. Clients turn to me for: Cutting turnover rates by up to 70% through proven retention programs. Designing customized leadership development that future-proofs your talent pipeline. Building HR foundations including compliance, recruiting, and employee engagement. Solutions delivered with transparency, empathy, and strategic focus—so your team feels supported as your business scales. Unlike generic HR services, my approach is deeply personal, blending strategy with meaningful people connections. If your organization needs a flexible HR partner who’s invested in lasting results, let’s connect and build a foundation for growth!

Expert Shopify & Klaviyo problem solver/regular person here on Upwork. I tend to be efficient & straightforward with everyone - I don't want to waste anyone's time. Think of me as a partner in your business on an as-needed basis. Let's talk! Shopify & Klaviyo Consultant with 6+ years experience developing, managing & consulting for stores of all sizes - from brand new businesses to 7 Figure Brands. One stop shop for website development, email marketing, training you on the desired platform + staying onboard to guide you to success. Shopify & Squarespace Expertise - Onboarding & coaching businesses that are new to Shopify - Theme Customization - Building & developing high performing Shopify stores - Shopify app knowledge - Subscriptions, Upsell, Facebook & Instagram Shops (and many more) Klaviyo Expertise - Onboarding new Shopify stores to Klaviyo - Coaching new businesses on best practices - DMARC & Email Deliverability (avoiding Spam filters) - Setting up Basic Flows - Welcome Series, Abandoned Cart - Setting Up Advanced Flows - Winback, Browse Abandonment, Post Purchase - Segmenting audiences & tailoring emails accordingly

I am a mechanical engineering specializing in product design and CAD/CAM engineering services. With a background in CAD/CAM engineering and Industry Process Consulting I am ideally positioned to support my clients throughout the full product lifecycle. My goal is to help clients bring ideas from early concept through to manufacturable designs, with expertise in both creative development and technical execution. I enjoy tackling complex design challenges, exploring new fabrication methods, and applying engineering rigor to create thoughtful, human-centered products.

Hi there! I am a high-performing virtual assistant offering solid skills in customer relations and time management. I have several qualities that can help you: • Attention to detail • Sound judgment • Multi-tasking • Personable and friendly • Excellent oral and written communication • Problem solver I have an Associates degree in Business management and over 15 years working in an administrative capacity. Working in several different industries, I've had the opportunity to sharpen my organizational skills and my ability to work with speed and accuracy. You can be confident that the level of excellence you expect will be met. Services I provide: *Administrative Support: email management and correspondence, calendar management and scheduling, data entry and database management, document preparation, editing and file organization. *Customer Service: handling customer inquiries via phone, email or chat, managing customer service issues, order processing and follow ups. *Marketing: email marketing campaigns, survey creation and tracking *Financial Tasks: Invoicing, expense tracking, payment application, transaction review, accounts payable and accounts receivable management and reporting. *Technical Support: website maintenance and updates, basic tech support for clients and customers, managing online stores and e-commerce platforms *Project Management *Recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing candidates and resume writing/refresh. *Internet Research *And more! I have experience using a variety of tools - Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Airtable, Slack, Zoom, Monday, Gavel, Zapier, Canva, Quickbooks, BaseCamp, Zendesk, ADP, Jira, Gusto, Hostgator, Zoho, Wordpress, Docusign, Salesforce, Crelate, DocuSign, Dropbox, SAP, Mailchimp, Adobe, and Hubspot to name a few. I am a fast learner and eager to learn new things. If there is something you need help with that is not on the list, please feel free to ask.

I help founders and senior leaders build companies and careers that are strategically sharp and personally sustainable through brand advisory, strategic leadership support, and executive coaching. My work combines coaching, consulting, and serving as a fractional brand executive to help leadership teams clarify market positioning, make higher-quality decisions, and align brand and narrative with business reality. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, brand, and executive judgment. Clients bring me in when: • Strategy feels reactive, fragmented, or incomplete • Messaging no longer reflects the business • Leadership alignment is breaking down • Activity choices are not aligned with core values • Leadership requires a thought partner to challenge assumptions and help them to define the path forward Whether you need a senior strategic partner for your business, an embedded brand leader, or a dedicated thinking partner for yourself, each engagement is structured to deliver clarity, impact, and real forward movement. Services include: ​ • Executive coaching for founders and senior leaders navigating high-stakes decisions, transitions, or growth • Strategic advisory on positioning, brand narrative, and go-to-market clarity • Fractional CMO/brand officer support for companies that need senior marketing leadership without a full-time hire • Leadership alignment workshops to resolve internal positioning or marketing confusion and sharpen strategic direction​ Engagements are EQ-driven, reflective, and built around your specific situation, not a framework applied from the outside. My background includes senior roles at The Walt Disney Company, advisory work for global organizations including MARS Corp., and building a profitable independent consulting practice. I hold an MBA from UCLA Anderson and have over a decade of experience advising leadership teams across B2B, B2C, and venture-backed companies. If you’re looking for senior judgment, clarity, and a trusted external perspective, I’m likely a good fit.

“Brian has been pivotal in my startups’ success…” With a history of founding businesses, building brands, and raising capital across a number of industries, I have scaled from ideation to 8 figure annual revenues, and now want to help others do the same. These businesses have created significant shareholder value, making millions for both institutional investors as well as the family and friends who believed enough in the early days to invest their hard earned money. Having pitched countless investors, raising over $25 million in equity capital, and millions more in non-equity capital to help businesses grow, I understand what these type of investors are looking for. In order to access those types of funds, it helps to have someone with the experience to help hone your vision, tell your story, and show a clear path to success while mitigating the hurdles that will inevitably come your way. I have a passion for founders storytelling and a knack for taking complex technical and financial data, and presenting it in an easy to digest and aesthetic format that will pique the interest of top investors. Publicly available references include Crunchbase, CNBC, Cheddar Business, and Yahoo Finance Projects where I may be able add value include: - Comprehensive investor pitch decks - including dialing in your presentation, producing financial statements, forecasts, market analysis, etc. that will pass investor due diligence - Deal structuring - ensuring founders aren't left out to dry by investors (equity, convertible notes, SAFE agreements, etc.) - Instituting GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principals) compliant accounting procedures - a necessity for institutional investment and access to capital - Corporate Governance practices to ensure the business is on a solid footing to grow without legal issues - Startup Executive Team coaching - helping the team stay focused through growth, problem solving without getting lost in the weeds - General business operations consulting - increasing efficiency and minimizing errors I am new to Upwork, so am offering my services at a discount in order to gain traction on this platform.