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  • $50 hourly

    • 4.6/5
    • (5 jobs)
    Experienced initiator who is highly acquainted with strategic effectiveness and cross level collaboration. Strong administrative professional skilled in Event Planning, Marketing, Website Updating, Team Training, Strategic Plan Development, and Public Speaking. Currently doing extensive grant writing for non-profit organizations.
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    Interior Design
    Web Development
    Business Analysis
    Team Building
    Grant Documentation
    Grant Application
    Communication Strategy
    Research & Strategy
    Marketing Management
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Writing
    Leadership Development
  • $38 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    I am a management consultant who has worked with Fortune 500 and Early-Stage Companies. My strong strategic thinking and process improvement skills help your business scale and optimize performance. I also have experience in product development, product management, and innovation management. I enjoy the challenge of the ambiguity associated with go-to-market strategies. I am customer obsessed and enjoy building effective business systems and thriving cultures to create the ultimate customer experiences. When we work together, you can expect: A passionate leader who will champion the project with dauntless energy and empathy for the customer. A strategic thinker who is drawn to ambiguity and those "stare into the abyss" moments in business. A culture and product builder who focuses on customer experience, emerging tech, and community-built brands. In my last full-time engagement, I was called "The Fixer" as well as "The Heart and Soul of the Brand," and I think that perfectly sums up what I am all about. I look forward to hearing from you!
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    Presentation Design
    Business Innovation
    Business Operations
    Strategy
    Product Development
    Business Management
    Business Consulting
    Systems Development
    Project Management
    Product Management
    Design Thinking
    Data Analytics & Visualization Software
    Executive Coaching
    Research & Development
  • $60 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Hello! My name is Ally, thank you for looking at my profile! I am a creative and driven individual, an innovative self-starter. I pride myself in being a team player and exceling in collaborative and fast-paced environments. My experience highlights my abilities in critical problem solving, strategic planning, analytical thinking, creativity, and global communications. - I specialize in progressive change management, leadership tactics, cross-cultural communications, and organizational structure projects for small and medium sized businesses. - I have an extensive educational background for academic coaching and tutoring, primarily in higher education mathematics. - I implement a lifetime learning approach that ensures there is always room for future growth and development in any business or personal endeavor. - Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or would like a sample of my work! :)
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    Photography
    Microsoft Power BI
    Presentations
    Intercultural Communication
    Writing
    Mathematics
    Organizational Structure
    Leadership Development
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Microsoft Excel
    Business
    Entrepreneurship
    Strategic Planning
    Education
  • $65 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Master of Science graduate in Herbal Product Design & Manufacture on a mission for a more sustainable future by working with the healing power of plants as well as the global indigenous communities and ecologies that provide them. Providing consultancy services in regulatory compliant herbal product manufacturing through a pharmacognostic lens - combining traditional wisdom with novel methods of formulation, extraction, and posology under rigorous QA/QC standards. HERBAL INDUSTRY SKILLS Research in Botanical Pharmacognosy and Safety for Product Development • Conduct comprehensive literature reviews on production attributes of single plants or multi-component formulas, including identity, chemical ecology, processing requirements, clinical evidence on active phytochemical fractions, their mechanisms of action, solubility, stability, matrix effects, synergy, extract concentration, dosing, toxicity, and herb-herb & HDI through the lens of metabolic pathways, focusing on both pharmacokinetic, and pharmacodynamic effects. • Develop streamlined product development processes. • Draft grant/product development proposals for stakeholders. cGMPs and Quality Control • ePortfolio (available upon request) of an MMR, BPR, & four (4) separate cGMP-compliant herbal raw material specification sheets • Apply various assessment methods to determine the identity and quality of botanicals used in herbal medicines: o Refined macroscopy, microscopy, organoleptics, chemical assays (TLC), and related botanical skills. • Implement cGMP 21 CFR 111 compliance and quality control procedures. • Identify economically-motivated & inadvertent adulterants, contaminants, and excipients present in botanical samples. • Interpret quantitative analytics and available literature to discern appropriate analytical methods, specifications, and specification ranges within a cGMP-compliant context for herbal product manufacturers. • Conduct rigorous literature reviews for claim substantiation. • FDA-compliant label editing and information panel + Supplement Facts panel creation with Adobe Illustrator Sustainability in the Supply Chain • Maintain sustainable global & regional supply chains for raw whole plant material, powders, and extracts. • Apply principles of ethical and sustainable sourcing for all plant material, whether it is wildcrafted or cultivated – i.e. FairWild, or organic and fair trade certifications – all while remaining conscious of seasonal demand and developing contingencies for market fluctuations • Work to preserve natural plant habitats and empower indigenous communities to protect biodiversity.
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    Market Analysis
    Label Compliance
    Literature Review
    Product Formulation
    Manufacturing
    Analytical Chemistry
    Sustainable Product
    Sourcing
    AI Model Integration
    Document Control
    Research & Development
    Food & Supplements
    Herbal Medicine
    Good Manufacturing Practice
  • $80 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m an experienced Project Manager and Process Improvement Consultant specializing in helping teams achieve milestone-driven success. With a proven track record of managing complex R&D projects and streamlining workflows, I bring clarity, organization, and actionable solutions to every project I take on. Over the course of my career, I’ve worked with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results, implement strategic frameworks, and solve critical project bottlenecks. I excel in creating documentation systems, enhancing team accountability, and ensuring that projects stay on track—on time and on budget. What I Offer: • Expert project management for R&D and technical teams • Process improvement strategies to increase efficiency and reduce delays • Development and implementation of milestone-driven frameworks • Clear, concise documentation and communication systems Whether you’re looking for a consultant to get your project back on track, optimize your team’s workflow, or provide hands-on management, I’m here to help. Let’s collaborate to make your goals a reality!
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    Product Development
    Process Engineering
    Strategy
    Program Management
    Project Management
  • $95 hourly

    • 4.2/5
    • (22 jobs)
    I'm Nicole Royer, a Fractional COO and Business Growth Consultant with a passion for driving operational excellence and fostering business growth through strategic innovation as well as AI/Automation solutions. With a track record of creating and scaling successful ventures, I'm dedicated to helping startups, growth-focused businesses, and nonprofits achieve their full potential. Let's collaborate to empower your business for sustained success. Strengths: Strategic Leadership: With over 20 years of experience, I've founded and sold 4 companies, managed teams of up to 24 employees, and guided over 550 clients, including 4 Shark Tank, 2 Dragons Den, and The Blox entrepreneurs. My expertise lies in aligning teams with organizational goals, driving productivity, and ensuring efficient operations. Business Growth Expertise: I specialize in propelling businesses forward. I've facilitated the growth and lending readiness of startups through customized accelerator programs and consulting. My insights into diverse industries, including ecommerce, food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, technology, and more, make me well-equipped to address your unique challenges. AI/Automation Proficiency: Leveraging emerging technologies, I've optimized processes, enhanced efficiency, and streamlined workflows. I'm well-versed in utilizing tools like Monday.com, HubSpot, and others to boost productivity and foster innovation. I have built systems and processes to support innovation projects in Fortune 50 business with 18,000 employees and $6b valuations. Experience: Fractional COO: As an Expert Advisor for Pacific Community Venture's Business Fundamentals cohort, I've delivered impactful insights into operations, process improvement, and project management. Additionally, I have provided operations consulting and management for several clients in my career, growing businesses to seven figures within 24 months with strategic planning and expanding markets. Business Growth Consultant: My consultancy journey includes guiding 550+ startups and organizations, optimizing project, product, and launch strategies. I've been a keynote speaker at 17 conferences, hosted 2 podcasts, and hosted over 60 webinars, contributing to thought leadership in the field. Achievements: • Facilitated a rapid turnaround of an underperforming cybersecurity technical project for a state agency, achieving 100% deliverables completion in just 2 weeks. • Recognized as a grant recipient from the University of Notre Dame's Jumpstart Competition for innovative solutions in manufacturing business and participant in ND's McCloskey New Venture Competition. • Featured in publications, podcasts, and as a case study in best-selling author Stu Heinecke's book "Get the Meeting" and podcast "How to Get a Meeting with Anyone" for my personalized approach to relationship building. • Managed an innovation and emerging technologies portfolio of over 30 active projects through each stage of development and deployment, creating processes and artifacts in order to leverage technologies at other business units. Specialized Interests: Biomimicry, AT/IoT, Design Thinking, Business Models, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Process Improvement Systems, Community Problem Solving, Nonprofits. Let's collaborate to elevate your business and unlock its true potential. Reach out to explore how I can drive transformative results tailored to your specific needs. Visit my website to learn more: meetnicoleroyer.com
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    Decision Making
    Leadership Skills
    Product Management
    Business Innovation
    Business Consulting
    Business Writing
    Startup Consulting
    Business Management
    Marketing Management
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  • $50 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a leadership and process developer experienced in helping others grow their skills to grow into future roles in the restaurant or elsewhere. If you want to understand how to grow in your leadership or analyze your business' processes and create impactful solutions, I would be happy to serve you! -Leadership development based on servant leadership principles -Immersive business process analysis -Proponent of empowerment and 80% principles -Communication prioritized and will keep the decision making in your hands
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    Leadership Training
    Leadership Development
    Leadership Coaching
    Team Building
    Process Development
    Management Consulting
    Analytical Presentation
    Continuing Professional Development
    Business Innovation
    Systems Development
    Communication Strategy
    Communication Etiquette
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