I help companies grow with steady, people-first systems that align HR strategy with operational success.
With over a decade of experience in HR, operations, and organizational development, I’ve built HR infrastructures from the ground up and helped leadership teams navigate growth, change, and culture with clarity and care.
What I do best:
🔹 Build and optimize HR frameworks, policies, and systems that scale with the business
🔹 Strengthen employee experience through engagement, communication, and leadership development
🔹 Partner with executives to align people strategy, workforce planning, and compliance
🔹 Implement data-driven processes to improve efficiency, retention, and decision-making
Core strengths: HR Strategy | Employee Relations | Payroll Processing | People Operations | Organizational Development
Payroll Reconciliation
Human Resources
Business Operations
Process Improvement
Process Documentation
Compliance
Hiring Strategy
Tricia H.
Golden, Colorado
$120/hr
5.0
7 jobs
If your company has outgrown ad-hoc HR but isn't ready for a full-time HR Director, I can help. I partner with founders and leadership teams as a Fractional HR Leader, bringing senior-level HR strategy and hands-on execution without the overhead of a full-time hire.
I frequently work with organizations that are developing, scaling, restructuring, or formalizing HR practices, helping them move from ad-hoc HR management to structured, compliant people operations.
Clients engage me to:
• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to founders and executive teams
• Align HR policies and practices with business strategy
• Develop or review employee handbooks and HR policies
• Conduct HR compliance assessments across federal and multi-state employment laws
• Provide guidance on employee relations, investigations, and performance management issues
• Build scalable HR processes and documentation for growing organizations
• Develop and implement competitive compensation and total rewards programs
• Lead HRIS selection, implementation, and process optimization
• Improve talent acquisition, retention, and workforce planning
My background spans a wide range of industries including oil & gas, medical device manufacturing, healthcare, digital marketing, construction, food & beverage manufacturing, retail, telecommunications, broadcasting, interior design, and nonprofit organizations. This breadth allows me to quickly understand business operations and provide HR solutions that are both compliant and practical. By combining strategic insight with practical execution, I deliver HR solutions that are immediately practical and built to scale.
Areas of Expertise
• Fractional HR Leadership
• HR Compliance & Multi-State Employment Law
• Employee Handbooks & HR Policy Development
• Employee Relations & Workplace Investigations
• Compensation & Total Rewards
• HRIS Implementation & Optimization
• Organizational Development
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Performance Management
• Culture & Employee Engagement
• Training & Leadership Development
• Change Management
• HR Infrastructure
Typical engagements range from targeted HR compliance reviews to ongoing fractional HR leadership supporting executive teams. One client has engaged me continuously for over three years as their Fractional HR Leader.
If this sounds like what your organization needs, I'd love to connect, most engagements start with a simple conversation.
Human Resource Management
Human Resources Strategy
Employee Engagement
Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Compensation
Performance Management
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management
Human Resources Consulting
Policy Development
Human Resources Analytics
Change Management
Risk Assessment
Workday
Human Resource Information System
Human Resource Information System Implementation
Succession Plan
Total Compensation Structuring
Employee Onboarding
Startup Consulting
Compensation & Benefits
Brooke S.
Fort Collins, Colorado
$420/hr
5.0
87 jobs
I am an Upwork EXPERT-VETTED, TOP-RATED PLUS C-Suite executive, psychotherapist, grant writer and co-owner of Moments Count (Business Planning and Strategy, Executive Development, and Grant Writing Company). My nationally recognized clients include eBay, Quest, LabCorp, Bigger Pockets, Llewellyn Worldwide, Soloflex, Riedel Crystal, and Free The Slaves. I have secured over $207MM in grants.
My team and I are here for you!
Under my bio, below, is a complete list of my services..
If it sounds like we might be a great fit please message me so we can explore the options together!
I provide a premium service with rapid turnarounds. I will complete your project on time, on budget, and to your satisfaction.
My clients highly recommend me (see below), and I have a very large percentage of repeat clients.
I earned Magna cum laude with both my BA and MS degrees in Psychology and Counseling. My emphasis is always on creating a collaborative, profitable, efficient, positive, diverse, inclusive, and highly energetic result for you, your career, or your company.
MY SERVICES:
→ Business Consulting & Life Coaching ←
Business Consultant • Life Coach • Career Coach • Business Coaching • Executive Coaching • Leadership Coach • Management Coach • Management Consultant • Personal Coach • Life Coach • Psychotherapist • Corporate Coach • Success Coach • Change Management • Success Coach • Conflict Resolution
→ Business Analyst / Business Services ←
Startup Consultant • Startup Strategy and Planning • Business Analyst • Competitor Analysis • Feasibility Study • Executive Development • Management Coach • Business Development Analyst • Business Plan Writer • Pitch Deck Designer • Executive Coach • Leadership Coaching • Life Coaching • Conflict Resolution • Business Coach • Career Consultant • Business Consultant • MBTI • Product Concept Development • Market Research • Market Analysis • Customer Service Excellence • Personal Consulting • Conflict Resolution • Executive Coach • Real Estate Consulting • Climate Change
→ Grant Writer, RFP Writer, Grant Search, RFP Search ←
Grant / RFP Prospecting • Expert Grant Writer • Inspirational Storytelling • Grant Writing • Grant Editing • Government Grant Writing • Grant Writing For Non-Profits • Grant Proposals • Grant Applications • Request for Proposal • Grant Search • RFP Searching • RFP Writing
→ SEO Expert, Website Designer, Website Developer ←
SEO Audit • SEO Strategy • SEO Expert • Brand Audit • Marketing Funnel Audit and Automation • Marketing Strategy • Digital Marketing • PR Services • Content Strategy • eCommerce Expert • Content Development • Customer Modeling • Customer Engagement • Storytelling Framework • Website Wireframing • Website Development • Reputation Management • Affiliate Website Development • Backlinks Outreach • Affiliate Marketing • Backlinking Strategy • Infographics • Market Analyst • SEO Consultant • Web Developer • WordPress Developer • Elementor Expert • Divi Expert • Gutenberg Expert • Web Optimization • Landing Page Development
Leadership Development
Executive Coaching
Prospect List
Career Coaching
Psychology
Leadership Skills
Life Coaching
Communication Strategy
Grant Research & Prospect List
Change Management
Grant Writing
Management Development
Business Coaching
Management Consulting
Entrepreneurship
Chelsea C.
Denver, Colorado
$45/hr
5.0
2 jobs
My goal is to help individuals and brands communicate their story through photography, video, and graphic design in ways that meaningfully connect with their clients and support their goals. I draw on my background in change management and organizational development to inform creative decisions - ensuring that the visuals not only resonate emotionally but also align strategically with the audience and purpose.
Presentation Design
Photography
Presentations
Graphic Design
Event Photography
Food Photography
Lifestyle Photography
Video Ad Campaign
Advertising Design
Brochure Design
Flyer Design
Studio Photography
Lisi K.
Boulder, Colorado
$50/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I am not here to build a large portfolio of clients. I am looking for one great client to grow with long-term, becoming a trusted and integral part of your business. Part-time now, open to full-time for the right opportunity.
I specialize in working with impact-driven entrepreneurs, coaches, and purpose-driven businesses building something meaningful — not just profitable. Whether you are actively scaling or simply ready to run your business like the real business it is - I am happy to help!
I am Lisi Kempton, a Business Management and HR professional with 20+ years of experience. I show up every single day with heart, reliability, and genuine care. I take ownership, follow through without being asked twice, and find deep satisfaction in helping the people and organizations around me thrive. I am dependable, calm under pressure, and deeply invested in your success. When you work with me you are getting a trusted partner who treats your business like her own.
I am also a PHR-certified HR professional with extensive experience in full-cycle HR including onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and supporting employees throughout their entire tenure.
WHAT I CAN HELP YOU WITH
SYSTEMS & AUTOMATION
→ Design and build complete client journeys from lead capture through enrollment, onboarding, active client experience, and offboarding
→ Build and manage pipelines, automations, email sequences, tagging, and CRM organization
→ Create and maintain lead nurture sequences that ensure no prospect is dropped
→ Manage platform migrations with zero disruption to active members
→ Connect platforms using Zapier and other integration tools
→ Build and maintain project management systems in Asana, Trello, ClickUp, or Notion
→ Document all systems and processes with clear SOPs so your business never depends on one person to hold it together
OPERATIONS
→ Build operational infrastructure from the ground up or optimize what you already have
→ Create SOPs and systems that keep your team running without constant oversight
→ Design and build Notion dashboards that bring your critical business information into one place
→ Project management, accountability tracking, and executive support — so you can stay in your zone of genius
HUMAN RESOURCES
→ Full-cycle HR including hiring, onboarding, offboarding, and employee records
→ New hire onboarding including handbook walkthroughs, systems access setup, and first-day preparation
→ Ongoing employee support and HR assistance throughout the employee lifecycle
→ HR compliance including employment law, HIPAA, NDAs, and non-compete agreements
→ Payroll administration, benefits coordination, and culture development
→ PHR certified with deep employment law knowledge
COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT & COACHING
Manage and grow online communities on Skool, Mighty Networks, or Kajabi. Host live onboarding calls, accountability sessions, and Q&As. Coach and teach entrepreneurs on business foundations, funding strategies, and financial mindset.
FINANCE
Bookkeeping, A/R and A/P, payroll, budget tracking, cash flow monitoring, P&L support, and CPA coordination — keeping your financials accurate and organized.
MARKETING
Marketing strategy and campaign execution across email, social, and blog. Content creation, digital marketing calendar management, and affiliate partnerships
WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT
→ Executive-level experience in sales, marketing, operations, and finance - I understand your whole business
→ PHR-certified HR professional with deep employment law and compliance knowledge
→ Certified EOS Integrator - structure, clarity, and accountability in everything I touch
→ Certified Professional Coach and Emotional Intelligence Coach
→ CRM/Email Marketing specialist - full platform ownership including pipelines, automations, client journeys, and migrations
→ Ran my own live entrepreneurial coaching program teaching business foundations and funding
→ Tech-savvy and quick to learn new platforms
TOOLS
Mighty Networks, Zapier, Asana, ClickUp, Notion, Trello, Zoho Suite, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Rippling, Gusto, Kajabi, GoHighLevel, Ontraport, Infusionsoft, Canva, Zoom, ChatGPT/Gemini/Claude among many other AI tools
I am a great fit if you are an impact-driven coach, consultant, or entrepreneur who needs a reliable operational partner or a growing business that needs reliable HR and onboarding support from someone who genuinely cares about your people and your mission.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Lisi doesn't just show up - she transforms. She pours her heart and soul into every system, every process, and every person she works with. The business she helped us build is one we are truly proud of."
If that sounds like what you have been looking for - let's talk. Connect with me on LinkedIn at lisi-kempton
Team Building
Project Management
Business Operations
Business Consulting
Management Skills
Infrastructure Management
Customer Relationship Management
Process Improvement
Business Coaching
KPI Metric Development
Google Workspace
SaaS
Asana
Startup Consulting
Team Management
Crystal T.
Broomfield, Colorado
$55/hr
5.0
6 jobs
Master Communication, Build Stronger Relationships & Lead with Confidence
Are you a high-achieving parent or entrepreneur struggling with communication, emotional intelligence, or relationship challenges—either at home or in your business? The ability to navigate difficult conversations, resolve conflicts, and lead effectively is crucial for both family harmony and business success.
As a Certified Life Coach (CTA) & Behavior Change Specialist with 14+ years of experience, I help entrepreneurs, parents, and business owners strengthen their leadership, interpersonal skills, and communication strategies so they can show up powerfully in all areas of life.
How I Help Clients Succeed:
✔ Emotional Intelligence & Communication Mastery – Navigate difficult conversations, strengthen relationships, and enhance trust.
✔ Conflict Resolution & Decision-Making – Learn how to handle high-pressure situations effectively.
✔ Personal Growth & Leadership Development – Build confidence, self-awareness, and resilience in both business and family life.
✔ Balancing Entrepreneurship & Parenthood – Learn how to lead in business without sacrificing connection at home.
Why Work With Me?
🔹 Real-Life Experience & Proven Methods: With 14+ years coaching entrepreneurs, business owners, and parents, I help clients master communication, emotional intelligence, and mindset shifts that lead to personal and professional breakthroughs.
🔹 Science-Backed Coaching: I integrate neuroscience, behavior change, and emotional intelligence strategies for tangible results.
🔹 Custom-Tailored Solutions: No cookie-cutter coaching—I build strategies based on your specific goals, challenges, and lifestyle.
Let’s Build a Plan That Works for You!
📩 Message me today for a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call to explore how we can improve your communication, leadership, and emotional resilience.
🛠️ Key Skills:
Leadership Coaching
Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Interpersonal Skills
Personal Development
Career Coaching
Business Consulting
Negotiation Coaching
Nutrition
Personal Development
Leadership Coaching
Communication Skills
Neuroscience
Health & Wellness
Business Consulting
Career Coaching
Interpersonal Skills
Team Building
Executive Coaching
Life Coaching
Resolves Conflict
Interview Preparation
Contract Negotiation
Lead Nurturing
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