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Two things to balance here: Upwork's algorithm and clients reward specificity, but you're intentionally casting a wide net. The fix isn't to blur your positioning, it's to lead with your sharpest, highest-value expertise and then clearly signal range underneath it, so someone searching any of those categories still finds a credible, capable person, not a generalist. I help growing organizations solve the problems that come from moving fast: leadership gaps, funding gaps, and execution gaps. I'm a Ph.D. organizational psychologist with nearly a decade advising founders, CEOs, and executive teams through growth, leadership transitions, and increasing complexity. I'm Hogan-certified, and I bring the same rigor and follow-through to every project I take on, whether it's a leadership question or a deadline-driven deliverable. Leadership & Executive Assessment • Assess leadership readiness for the next stage of growth • Run validated executive assessments (Hogan) for hiring or promotion decisions • Build stronger leadership teams and reduce founder dependency Grant Writing & Strategic Proposals • Research, draft, and position proposals that get funded • Translate complex organizational goals into clear, compelling narrative Executive Operations & Fractional Support • Step into fractional executive ops or recruiting when a growing team needs experienced hands, not another hire • Manage the operational details that keep a fast-moving company on track Consulting & Execution • Advisory sprints for founders and executive teams navigating growth • Hands-on execution when a project needs someone who can think and deliver I care about doing the work well and doing it on time. If you need a conscientious, sharp partner for your next project, whatever kind of project it is, let's talk. Dr. Asha Gipson Founder & Principal, Addison Leadership Advisory

At United Vein & Vascular Centers, I specialize in crafting tailored training strategies that foster growth and enhance performance across corporate and clinical frameworks. As a Master Facilitator certified in multiple leadership and performance methodologies, I've successfully rolled out comprehensive programs that bolster both individual and organizational capabilities. My approach involves close collaboration with business leaders and colleagues to create impactful learning experiences that align with strategic objectives. By leveraging a blend of innovative techniques, I've implemented measures that demonstrate training effectiveness and support continuous development, positioning us as a key driver in nurturing a culture of excellence and accountability.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am the people doctor for mission-driven organizations. I'm Dr. Rajanique Modeste, known as The Culture Strategist. I hold a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, a Board Certified Coach credential, and over a decade of experience helping nonprofits and mission-aligned organizations build cultures their people actually want to be part of. Culture work fails when leaders apply the same tactics to everyone instead of treating people as the individuals they are. I diagnose what is actually happening inside your organization, then build a strategy around your people, your mission, and your specific context using my proprietary FrameShift Methodology. I help individuals and teams become more productive through coaching, team building, and change strategy that moves your organization from reactive to intentional. What I bring to every engagement: ✓ Organizational Development and Culture Strategy ✓ Change Management and Transition Support ✓ Leadership Development and Executive Coaching ✓ Culture and Climate Assessment ✓ Strategic Planning and Organizational Design ✓ Workshop Facilitation and Training Design ✓ DEI Strategy and Integration ✓ Team Effectiveness and Conflict Resolution ✓ Succession Planning and Performance Management ✓ Survey Design, Administration, and Analysis ✓ Qualitative Research and Stakeholder Engagement ✓ Board and Executive Alignment A few highlights: ✓ Published researcher on organizational trauma and workplace culture ✓ Author of After the Layoff ✓ Adjunct Professor, Industrial/Organizational Psychology ✓ Board Certified Coach (BCC) | PhD, I/O Psychology ✓ 100% 5-star rated on Upwork Ready to stop guessing and start fixing the right things? Let's talk. Rajanique Organizational Keywords: Organizational Development, Culture Strategy, Change Management, Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Strategic Planning, Nonprofit Consulting, Mission-Driven Organizations, Employee Engagement, Team Effectiveness, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Talent Management, Workforce Development, DEI Strategy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Board Development, Organizational Design, Organizational Effectiveness, Culture Assessment, Climate Survey, Process Improvement, Human Resources Management, Conflict Resolution, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Trauma, Team Productivity, Employee Belonging, Workplace Culture Research and Assessment Keywords: Qualitative Research, Focus Groups, In-Depth Interviews, Survey Design, Survey Analysis, Employee Survey, Organizational Assessment, 360 Feedback, Leadership Assessment, Psychometric Tools, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, I/O Psychology, Industrial Organizational Psychology Coaching and Facilitation Keywords: Executive Coaching, Group Coaching, Workshop Facilitation, Training Design, Curriculum Development, Retreat Facilitation, Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Professional Development, Team Building, Individual Coaching, Behavioral Coaching

I help founders and scaling companies build reliable, predictable revenue engines. As a Fractional CRO/CMO/CSO and Sales Trainer with 25+ years of experience, I've led revenue, sales, and marketing transformations across 25+ countries, and helped launch 15 startups and driven over $125M in new revenue, with an average client revenue increase of 60% and multiple engagements hitting triple-digit growth. I step into founder-led, early-stage, and scaling environments that need senior revenue leadership without the cost of a full-time executive. Whether you need someone to architect your GTM strategy, overhaul your sales process, train your team, or drive revenue hands-on, I diagnose the real problem, implement what works, and deliver measurable results fast. How I Help • Fractional CRO — Align marketing, sales, and customer success into one predictable revenue system. • Fractional CMO — Build positioning, messaging, and performance-marketing systems that convert. • Fractional CSO — Build high-performing sales teams, pipelines, KPIs, and outbound/inbound engines. • GTM & Revenue Operations — Go-to-market design, ICP refinement, sales playbooks, funnel engineering, and CRM optimization. • Sales Coaching & Training — Data-driven training and coaching for founders, SDRs, AEs, and sales leaders. Selected Results • Generated $125M+ in new revenue for clients, with 60%+ average sales improvement. • Delivered 348% revenue growth in 6 months for a PE-backed Dutch IT consultancy. • Built the GTM that landed 8 banking clients in 6 months for a Techstars fintech. • Grew a US software company from $10K to $120K in MRR in 12 weeks. • Drove a 135% sales increase and 30% lift in customer service scores at Huntington Bank. • Improved customer service scores 30% and employee satisfaction 45% at JPMorgan Chase. Why Founders Hire Me I don't just advise, I build systems, implement strategy, train teams, and drive execution. Clients describe me as "deeply strategic but hands-on," "a coach, partner, and builder all in one," and "able to diagnose problems we couldn't see." My goal is always to build revenue systems that keep working long after I leave. Tell me where you're stuck, and I'll help you break through it.

Hi! I’m Laura, an instructional designer, learning experience strategist, AI workflow consultant, and content creator with experience designing training programs, eLearning, multimedia, and business systems for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and consumer brands. My primary focus is instructional design and workflow optimization. I create engaging learning experiences using Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, Camtasia, Vyond, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and AI-powered development tools. My work includes eLearning courses, facilitator guides, onboarding programs, leadership development, software training, compliance training, SOPs, job aids, and blended learning solutions that improve performance and simplify complex processes. Beyond learning design, I specialize in leveraging AI to improve productivity, automate workflows, and accelerate development. I regularly work with ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, ElevenLabs, and Simile to streamline research, generate interactive learning experiences, prototype custom solutions, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance creative workflows. At ACE Parking, I designed and built a custom AI-assisted project management system using Google Apps Script, JavaScript, HTML, Google Sheets, and Claude Code, creating a centralized platform for project tracking, approvals, dashboards, and stakeholder collaboration. At CVS Health, I continue integrating AI into learning and development workflows to improve efficiency, content production, and knowledge sharing across teams. I also create social media content and digital marketing assets for brands including Westfield UTC, One Paseo, Prept Meals, and The Autism Helper. From developing content strategies and producing short-form video to writing captions and managing community engagement, I enjoy translating ideas into content that informs, builds trust, and drives measurable results. My background as a former educator shapes everything I create. Whether I’m building an online course, designing a workflow, or developing a content strategy, my goal is always the same: reduce complexity, create intuitive experiences, and help people accomplish their goals more efficiently. My expertise includes instructional design, AI workflow consulting, eLearning development, workflow automation, knowledge management, project management systems, LMS administration, Google Apps Script, multimedia production, video editing, graphic design, social media strategy, content marketing, and AI-assisted solution design. If you’re looking for someone who can build impactful learning experiences, design smarter workflows, leverage AI to improve productivity, or create engaging digital content, I’d love to learn more about your project and discuss how I can help.

Most organizations aren't struggling because of a lack of effort. They're struggling because their priorities are misaligned, their strategy isn't translating to execution, and their people are working hard on the wrong things; often while going through change they were never fully prepared for. That is exactly where I come in. I'm Dr. Mary Kay Taylor, an organizational transformation, change management, and AI strategy consultant, and former Chief of Staff, with 20+ years of experience helping leaders and organizations cut through complexity and build the structures, clarity, and accountability systems that produce real results. My background spans Chief of Staff and enterprise change leadership roles, organizational development, and learning & development so I don't just design the strategy; I know how to build the readiness, governance, and capability systems that make it stick. What I do differently: Most consultants wait for you to define the problem. I diagnose what is actually wrong, often something you can't see from inside your own system. I identify the misalignment hiding underneath all the activity. I name the priorities that are pulling in the wrong direction. And then I build the strategic, operational, and change framework to fix it and make sure your people actually adopt it. I work with leaders who are ready to be challenged, because real clarity almost always requires it. WHO I WORK WITH: • Organizations and leadership teams at strategic inflection points: growth, leadership transition, AI adoption, operational transformation • Leaders who have a strategy on paper but can't translate it to execution • Teams that are misaligned: competing priorities, disconnected initiatives, activity without results • Organizations navigating major change (technology, restructuring, M&A) who need structured change management and readiness planning to protect adoption • Leaders who need an outside perspective that tells them the truth, not what they want to hear • Industries: Healthcare | Technology | Consulting | Operations | Professional Services | Financial Services | Academic & Research Institutions WHAT YOU WALK AWAY WITH: • Strategic clarity — priorities aligned to what actually matters • Governance and accountability structures that hold without micromanaging • AI roadmaps tied to your business strategy, not to trends or vendor promises • Change readiness and adoption plans (ADKAR-based) that keep initiatives from stalling after go-live • Execution frameworks your team can sustain without me in the room • The confidence that you are pointed in the right direction and equipped to get there ENGAGEMENTS I OFFER: • Strategic Alignment Assessments (diagnostic + written recommendations) • AI Readiness Assessment & Roadmap • Executive Strategy Advisory (ongoing hourly) / Chief of Staff Support • Change Management & Organizational Readiness (ADKAR-based — impact assessments, readiness assessments, stakeholder engagement, adoption planning) • Learning & Development / Capability Building Strategy • Workshop Facilitation (half-day and full-day) • PMO / Portfolio Strategy & Governance • Organizational Transformation Planning A NOTE ON HOW I WORK: I do not do the work for you. I make you capable of doing it yourself, and I hold you to the standard you set for your organization. If you are looking for someone to validate what you already believe, I am probably not your consultant. If you are ready to get honest about what is not working and build something better — let's talk. CREDENTIALS: • Dr. Mary Kay Taylor, MBA, GTML, CSSMBB • Certified Change Management Practitioner (APMG) • 20+ years: Organizational Transformation | Change Management | Operational Excellence | AI Strategy | Talent & Leadership Development • Industries: Healthcare | Technology | Consulting | Operations | Financial Services | Academic & Research • Upwork: 5.0 Rating | Rising Talent Ready to get clear on what's actually holding your organization back? Schedule a Discovery Call and let's find out.