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  • $150 hourly
    With over two decades of experience as a business operations executive, I specialize in transforming organizations through strategic planning, process optimization, and human-centered design. My passion lies in helping leaders achieve their goals by implementing practical, scalable solutions that align with their vision and drive sustainable growth. Key Services: Fractional COO Services: I provide part-time executive leadership tailored to your organization’s specific needs. Whether you're navigating a growth phase or a critical transition, I ensure your operations run smoothly and effectively, allowing you to focus on what matters most. Operations Optimization: From startups to established enterprises, I excel in streamlining processes, enhancing service delivery, and improving overall efficiency. My approach integrates technology and human-centered design to create systems that adapt to your evolving needs. Leadership Development: I foster collaborative, high-performance teams by aligning people, processes, and strategy. My experience in developing award-winning software and designing next-generation workspaces has equipped me with the tools to drive innovation and productivity in any environment. Why Choose Me? I offer more than just expertise—I bring a commitment to actionable, lasting change. My approach is rooted in genuine collaboration, ensuring that every solution I provide is tailored to your unique challenges. Whether it’s optimizing your sales pipeline, designing effective cross-functional teams, or scaling your business operations, I’m here to help you achieve meaningful results. Let’s discuss how I can support your organization’s journey toward operational excellence. Reach out today!
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    Community Goals & KPIs
    Team Management
    Partnership & Collaborations Outreach
    Culture
    Ecommerce Website
    Innovation Scouting
    Startup Consulting
    Mediation
    Market Validation
    French
    Project Management
    Sales Operations
    Business Development
    Business Operations
  • $65 hourly
    I spent my post graduate years working in the Compliance Department in a major European Banking Group, where I worked side by side with the Legal Department. I studied Banking Regulation and obtained a Master in International business in Italy. That allowed me to work across both managerial and legal department thanks to my early focus on Banking Regulation and Supervision. My bachelor's dissertation in Finance & Banking was mainly focused on the legal aspect of the financial institutions supervision. Thanks to my interest in law, for the past 2 years I have been working as paralegal in California with Bolimini International Law Firm, specializing in Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets, Metaverse law and regulation, business formation, contractual law and IP law. In my free time I ride horses in 160 km (100 miles) competitions. The sport taught me to be humble, patient and focused at any given time. A mistake will be costly. I also like to sail in regattas to balance out the independence of the horse riding sport, with a sport that requires good communication and teamwork. Patience here is a plus as well. I dedicate my little extra time being on the board of the Buccaneer Yacht Club, a California non-profit, as secretary. As such I draft and review Board agendas, resolutions, minutes and other Board meeting items.
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    Legal Consulting
    Filing
    Legal Agreement
    Trademark
    Proofreading
    Contract Drafting
    Business
    Cryptocurrency
    Contract Law
    Legal
    Legal Research
    Metaverse
  • $60 hourly
    “Hey there! I’m an experienced Project Manager and International Business Consultant with a solid background spanning over a decade in international real estate development, a stint as COO at the publicly traded tech startup Xsport Global, and five years diving deep into the world of Crypto - from arbitrage to P2P payments, Defi, staking, privacy protocols, and mining. I’ve even had the honor of shaping strategies as a former digital asset strategist for the National Wildlife Federation. Now, I’m on the hunt for opportunities to leverage my diverse skill set in management, marketing, sales, writing, and communication to help organizations craft compelling narratives. With a reputation for hard work and a knack for delivering standout results, I thrive on driving business development with creativity and gusto. I am a technologist. Embracing all forms of technology that create efficiencies for organizations. My extensive training and artificial intelligence (AI) has elevated my work output and has made me a stand out candidate. Plus, navigating tricky markets, including Latam, is right up my alley. Ready to dive in and make things happen wherever I land!”
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    Business Development
    Freelance Marketing
    Cryptocurrency
    Web3
    Digital Media
    Google Workspace
    Product Development
    International Development
    Marketing
    Business
    User Experience
    Investment Research
    Due Diligence
    Blockchain
  • $40 hourly
    Innovative, results-focused, articulate manager with 20+ years of experience in the logistics and supply chain industry, specializing in ocean and air freight operations with sales-driven focus. Proven track record of effectively managing export / import activities for diverse clients, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Adept at implementing new processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and quality across ocean and air product lines. Offer core competencies in ocean and air freight management, international logistics, logistics management, sales and business development, customer service, and compliance. Passionate about delivering tailored solutions meeting the needs of clients and partners.
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    Professional Tone
    People Management
    Communication Skills
    Project Management
    Accounting Basics
    Microsoft Office
    Customer Service
    Leadership Skills
    Supply Chain Management
    Freight Forwarding
    Logistics Management
  • $20 hourly
    After graduating in 2007 with an MBA in International Business, focusing on Trans-Pacific trade and information management, I've worked as a management analyst, writing research reports, analyzing data, and using various computer programs to organize very large sets of corporate data. As this research often included investigating new technologies, I've also become quite proficient in 3D printing, and increasingly Python and JavaScript for the purposes of machine learning and app development.
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    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Adobe Acrobat
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    SketchUp
    3D Modeling
    3D Printing
    Microsoft Excel
    Microsoft Word
  • $80 hourly
    Global business development and venture capital professional with 5+ years of experience scaling deep-tech startups in AI, IoT, SaaS, and energy optimization. At RESYNC, I led a $1.6M pipeline and spearheaded expansion into multiple countries, while at VP.START, I secured strategic partnerships and prepared startups for Series A funding. As a Venture Scout at GO AHEAD VENTURES and Associate at Evvolve & Partners, I’ve helped raise $50M+ for startups, refining deal sourcing, due diligence, and investor relations across deep-tech and emerging tech sectors. My multi-cultural background—spanning eight countries—enables me to navigate diverse markets and founder perspectives with ease. Driven by a passion for innovation, I combine technical insight and strategic expertise to bridge the gap between visionary founders and investors. Let’s connect and unlock new possibilities! Some of my offerings: ⊛ Investment Readiness Audit Comprehensive evaluation of investor-facing materials and business alignment with investment priorities. ⊛ Fundraising Strategy Development Creation of tailored investment narratives, valuation models, and funding allocation plans to optimize investor interest. ⊛ Investor Targeting & Outreach Data-driven targeting of institutional funds, CVCs, family offices, and HNWIs, using curated lists and deal analytics. ⊛ Pitch Deck & Document Preparation Crafting and refining pitch decks, one-pagers, white papers, and funding allocation plans to ensure investor appeal. ⊛ Investor Relations & Negotiation Support Managing investor communications, addressing feedback, negotiating term sheets, and navigating funding stages. ⊛ Execution Framework A phased approach to fundraising: investment readiness, targeted outreach, and closing investor commitments.
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    Fundraising
    Internet of Things
    Startup Consulting
    Pitch Deck
    Fundraising Presentation
    Venture Capital Consulting
    Negotiation Coaching
    Business Modeling
    Pricing Strategy Consulting
    Artificial Intelligence
    Forecasting
    Price & Quote Negotiation
    Energy & Utilities
    Business Development
  • $25 hourly
    Technical: Short to Long Range Planning, Value Chain Mapping, Process Flow Improvements, Customer Conflict Resolution, Supply Chain Management, Operational Support, Data Integrity of Manufacturing Standards, Critical Path Analysis, What-if Production Scenarios, Led meetings and created reports to Sr Managers and Directors, Computer: MS Project, SAP ERP, VECAMs, Tableau, SAP Derived Scheduling, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace(Suite), Created, Implemented, and Executed resource constrained schedules to the Integrated Master Schedule and Manufacturing Supported and collaborated with functional business areas: Engineering, Procurement/Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Business Management, Production and Quality Consulted with Programs, Customers, and Management to deconflict manufacturing priorities and implement solutions to requirement needs Responsible for Production Planning of Electronics, Metallics, and Paint/Processing Manufacturing Centers Plan and manage detailed schedule networks from design, assembly, test, and inter-operations Work with Engineering, Finance and Business Operations, and Program Management to Manufacture towards authorized Customer’s Requirements into the Performance Measured Baseline Schedule Determined required materials and generated Production Orders, Ensured materials meet Customers/Programs Specifications and Quality Standards, Maintained consistent and adequate supply of materials necessary for production.
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    Salesforce CRM
    HubSpot
    Google Workspace
    Business
    Microsoft Office
    Business Operations
    Marketing Analytics
    SQL
    Data Analysis
    Microsoft Excel
  • $95 hourly
    As a seasoned professional with a passion for digital communications and a solid career history of delivering strategic and technical leadership across international organizations, I have established myself as a vision-driven, results-focused leader. I have found success translating subject matter into concrete designs for a wide range of branding and marketing campaigns for clients on a global scale. After taking some time to spend with family, I am ready to further my career and team up with an organization where my remarkable skill set and industry experience can make a lasting impact.
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    Campaign Management
    Public Relations
    Media Relations
    Relationship Management
    Communications
    Cross Functional Team Leadership
    Product Development
    Training
    Strategic Planning
    Event Planning
    Event Management
    Sales Management
    Branding & Marketing
    Team Management
  • $70 hourly
    Expert in Sales, Business Development, and Lead Generation I am a seasoned sales professional with a strong background in driving business growth through effective sales strategies and business development initiatives. My expertise spans appointment setting, outbound sales, lead generation, cold calling, and closing deals, with a proven ability to deliver results for businesses from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Throughout my career, I have managed all aspects of the sales process, from hiring and training to leading successful sales teams. My focus is on helping businesses achieve profitability, meet sales targets, and expand their customer base. I take pride in handling the sales and business development aspects of projects, allowing my clients to concentrate on what they do best. I am proficient in various CRM systems and program management tools, including HubSpot, Pipedrive, Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Asana, Slack, Apollo, and more. My expertise in LinkedIn, enhanced through a comprehensive training course in lead generation and sales, enables me to introduce new products and services to prospects using a unique and effective outreach approach. Committed to driving growth and operational excellence, I leverage my extensive experience to help clients achieve and exceed their business development goals. Let’s collaborate to make your next project a success with innovative strategies and strong leadership. Please note: I do not take on commission-based projects. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Specialties: - International B2B Sales & Business Development Management - Concept to Commercialization - Project Management Expertise: Waterfall and Agile Methodologies - Complex Contract Negotiation - Team Development and Leadership - SaaS and PaaS Business Models - Proficiency in Consultative and Solution-Oriented B2B Sales -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Key Achievements: - Consistently achieved over 125% of performance targets through effective account planning - Recruited sales teams generating over $600M in revenue from enterprise clients - Established strategic partnerships leading to fifteen Platinum-Level customer acquisitions - Led cross-functional teams to deliver twenty highly successful projects - Secured major clients including Cisco, Siemens, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon - Cultivated extensive cross-domain relationships to drive business outcomes - Contributed to due diligence and integration for four M&A events - Gained extensive international business experience across NA, SA, EMEA, and APAC - Optimized go-to-market strategies, business models, and sales processes for eight clients - Successfully resolved contentious IP litigation for a $50M product launch - Possesses foundational knowledge in Semiconductors, AI, Networking, and related fields
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    Salesforce
    Value vs. Complexity Framework
    Team Building
    Lead Generation
    Enterprise Software
    Project Management
    Investment Banking
    Management Consulting
    Team Management
    Key Account Management
    Go-to-Market Strategy
    Business Development
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Sales Development
  • $175 hourly
    I’m a fractional executive focusing on finance technology and process optimization. I’ve led finance and business consulting projects for organizations of all sizes over my 25+ year career. As a seasoned CPA with experience in Big 4 accounting, consulting, and technology, I empower companies to achieve operational excellence through the implementation of best practices in finance, technology and operations. ***** I’m here to help your organization ***** Working at companies like PwC, KPMG, IBM and Oracle has allowed me to develop unique insights on the key factors that make companies successful. Lean organizations drive out costs and streamline services through connected platforms, business processes and people. I can help you design that model in your finance organization. For more information on my background, skills & experience, please visit my website: CRTNadvisory.com.
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    Operational Planning
    Corporate Finance
    Financial Analysis
    Financial Modeling
    Financial Accounting
    Strategic Planning
    Process Optimization
    General Project Consulting
    IT Project Management
    Accounting Software
    ERP Software
    Business Transformation
    Financial Consulting
    Management Consulting
  • $45 hourly
    I am a bilingual in Mandarin and English with over 8 years of professional HR work experience. I had my Chinese language education training in China and received my Human Resources Management Bachelor's degree in Canada. I am an ambitious, multi-lingual HR business partner whose international background and experience working with startups, small to medium sized companies internationally has afforded me a keen sensitivity to cultural differences, diversity, equity, inclusion, and the ability to navigate with ease within multicultural organizations. I am an executive partner aligning people and business needs; 100% implementation and design of company’s first HR division, supporting 300+ employees (blend of hourly, salaried, executive, consultative,) with multi-state operation, resulting in industry recognition and “Best Practice” modeling. I have excellent communication skills, translating and interpreting complex legal briefings and business documents from English to Chinese and vice versa. I provide accurate and punctual translations for general, business marketing, legal, medical, education, literary, media and personal documents. I am also experienced in website translation and content localization. Testimonials from happy clients available upon request. .
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    Performance Management
    Chinese to English Translation
    Startup Company
    Human Resources
    Compensation & Benefits
    Employee Relations
    Compliance
    Administrate
    English to Chinese Translation
    Customer Service
    Recruiting
    HR & Business Services
    Payroll Accounting
    Employee Onboarding
  • $50 hourly
    True bilingual in American English and Mandarin Chinese with deep understanding of both cultures and business etiquette and protocols. Having lived, educated and worked professionally in the US, China, Taiwan and South Korea. Decades of professional experience and in-depth knowledge of semiconductor, web applications, eCommerce, food/restaurant, real estate, education and financial services industries. Proven track record in the entire product development cycle from concept to launch. Direct access to a network of executives in numerous PC and consumer electronics manufacturers. Strong market development, partner relationship, training & development skills. • Product development and sourcing • Successful crowdfunding experience on Indiegogo • CCHI-Mandarin certified healthcare interpreter • Trademark/logo design and registration in the US and Greater China • US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) product registration • California Real Estate Broker licensed since 2006
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    Chinese
    English
    Sourcing
    Business Development
    Amazon FBA
    Market Analysis
    Translation
    Chinese to English Translation
    Immigration Document Translation
    English to Chinese Translation
    Language Interpretation
  • $19 hourly
    OBJECTIVE Seeking to apply my detail-oriented talents and adaptable personality to fulfill the company's needs. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE OR LEADERSHIP Oversaw hiring, scheduling, and payroll processes for on-site personnel. Actively participated in the development and testing of new technologies designed fot improving agricultural production and other projects.
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    Bilingual Education
    Customer Retention Strategy
    Budget Management
    Data Entry
    Customer Support
    Website Builder
    Financial Management
    Inventory Management
    Social Media Advertising
    Customer Relationship Management
    Business Development
    Content Creation
    Customer Service
    Digital Marketing
  • $30 hourly
    For the past 4 years, I've self managed the sales and marketing for a CPG brand exceeding $15 million in sales, demonstrating my ability to achieve significant growth and market presence. As an accomplished marketing professional with a robust focus on email marketing, marketing strategies, sales, B2B sales, and product innovation, I bring a wealth of experience to drive business success. My background in consumer packaged goods (CPG) has honed my skills in managing brands and optimizing product performance. My expertise extends to website optimization, enhancing customer communication, and building robust review systems to foster trust and engagement. I am passionate about creating innovative solutions that meet customer needs and drive business results. Whether through strategic email campaigns, effective sales techniques, or cutting-edge product development, I am committed to delivering excellence and value. I am now interested in helping aspiring entrepreneurs / start ups to reach their goals and create the future they dream of.
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    Social Media Advertising
    B2B Marketing
    Outbound Sales
    Sales
    Marketing
    Freelance Marketing
    Email Marketing
  • $500 hourly
    Welcome! I'm Bill Shook, and I'm here to help your business or project grow with expert marketing, strategy, and AI-driven solutions. With over 30 years of experience in marketing, business strategy, and consulting, I’ve worked with some of the world’s top 500 companies across multiple industries, helping them navigate complex markets and achieve remarkable success. Here’s what I offer: 🔹 AI Marketing & Solutions: From creating AI-generated images to developing and training GPT chatbots, I specialize in leveraging AI to give your business a competitive edge. 🔹 Pitch Decks: Need to impress investors? I’ll create a data-driven, visually compelling pitch deck that tells your story and secures the funding you need. 🔹 Business Strategy Consulting: Whether you’re launching a startup or expanding an established business, I’ll develop a comprehensive strategy made to your specific goals. 🔹 Social Media Posts: Engage your readers with personalized, high-impact social media posts designed for maximum reach and engagement. My Rates: Social Media Posts: $20 - $100 per post. GPT Chatbots: $500 - $5,000 depending on complexity. Pitch Decks: $500 - $3,000. AI Images: $20 - $100 per image. Strategic Plans: $1,000 - $10,000, depending on project scope. On-going Business Strategy advisor: $5,000/month @ 20 hours per month. Why Choose Me? ✅ Global Expertise: I’ve worked across industries like agriculture, finance, oil, and telecommunications, guiding businesses in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. ✅ Proven Success: My strategies have resulted in multi-million dollar investments and business transformations for companies and clients like Honda, Schlotzsky's Deli Inc., and U.S. companies entering international markets. ✅ Comprehensive Approach: From market entry strategies to investor relations. I provide end-to-end solutions that increase the opportunity for your businesses or project to succeed. Success Stories: Honda in China: Developed a strategy that led to Honda’s $150M investment in China, now a multi-billion dollar enterprise there. Franchise Expansion: Owned the Master License of Schlotzsky's Deli and led their entry into China, handling licensing, investments, and product sourcing. One of the first franchise businesses in China. US Medical Tech: Facilitated a U.S. technology company’s entry into the Chinese market. Advisor to many U.S. and international companies for business development in Asia and Europe. If you're looking for strategic consulting services to take your project to the next level, I’d love to collaborate. Feel free to reach out today, and let’s get started! 💬
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    AI Text-to-Image
    AI Content Writing
    Social Posts
    Investment Strategy
    Chatbot
    ChatGPT
    Market Research
    Startup Consulting
    Business Development
    Corporate Strategy
    Business Strategy
    International Development
    Marketing
    Strategy
  • $30 hourly
    I am an inquisitive data analyst with expertise in #Excel, specializing in #Vlookup, #Xlookup, #PivotTables, advanced charting, and conditional formatting. Additionally, I have a strong command of #SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Google BigQuery) along with a solid background in database administration (DBA). For data visualization, I utilize #Tableau, employing techniques such as creating dynamic #dashboards, utilizing #PivotTables, and implementing advanced #table calculations. Additionally, I bring #Python proficiency to the table, particularly in #web scraping and #data visualization. My functional knowledge primarily revolves around global, economic, social, technological, educational, and media-related data. I am eager to leverage my skills and expertise to deliver high-quality results efficiently. Let's collaborate to unlock the full potential of your data. How does a new freelancer pass the time while waiting for their first client? They play "Excel-lent" games of patience :-) Patienlty waiting for my first freelance job!
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    SQL
    Policy Analysis
    International Relations
    Visualization
    Data Cleaning
    Data Analytics
    Data Analysis
    Microsoft Excel
    Python
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