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Vincent W.

Marietta, Georgia

$75/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Most businesses don't have a growth problem; they have a "friction" problem. Your systems are leaking time and money because they were built for where you were, not where you are going. I help high-potential founders exit the daily "firefighting" by installing the elite operational infrastructure required to scale past $1M–$10M. I bring the discipline of a JPMorgan Executive Director and the battle-tested agility of a Military Officer to your backend. I don't sell dashboards; I sell the freedom for you to operate as a true CEO. The "Scale" Framework I Install: Operating Systems: Clarifying ownership and execution rhythms so the team moves without you. Revenue Operations: Auditing unit economics and 3PL/SaaS stacks to protect your margins. Workflow Automation: Removing manual bottlenecks using Zapier, Airtable, and custom ERP integrations. Infrastructure for Equity: I build "exit-ready" operations that increase company valuation. Why I’m different: I’ve led $1.3B fund operations and co-founded my own 7-figure brands. I understand the P&L as well as the SOPs. I look for long-term partnerships with brands that are ready to professionalize their operations for a major scale-up or exit. If you are tired of duct-taping your business together and are ready for enterprise-grade stability, let’s talk.

  • Operational Planning
  • Business Operations
  • Business Consulting
  • Process Documentation
  • Process Development
  • Process Improvement
  • Process Design
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Project Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Staffing Needs
  • Business Coaching
  • Business Strategy
  • Business Management
  • Business Process Outsourcing
Matthew K.

Linden, New Jersey

$30/hr
5.0
15 jobs

I bring 28 years of diverse experience in administrative and operations management across logistics, industrial, and food service sectors. My focus is on enhancing operational efficiency and boosting customer satisfaction through effective leadership and problem-solving. I have a proven track record in streamlining processes, managing teams, and implementing policies that deliver results. Skilled in staff management and financial reporting, I excel at training teams and optimizing workflows to achieve excellence. With a keen ability to learn quickly and a strong aptitude for information management systems, I communicate effectively at all levels. If you seek a reliable partner to drive your operational goals and enhance team performance, I'm here to help bring your vision to fruition. Let's connect.

  • Local Operations
  • Office Management
  • Healthcare Management
  • Office Administration
  • Business Process Management
  • Insurance Agency Operations
  • Staff Orientation & Onboarding Materials
  • Service Level Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Logistics Management
  • Business Operations
Juri L.

Redmond, Washington

$30/hr
5.0
27 jobs

I specialize in complex administrative and operational projects that require precision, organization, strong attention to detail, and independent execution. For more than a decade, I’ve worked remotely across startups, consulting firms, and with high-level entrepreneurs, supporting operations, workflows, compliance documentation, and process-driven initiatives. I thrive in environments that are: • Detail-heavy • Deadline-driven • Process-oriented • Independent (minimal supervision required) Core areas of support include: • Spreadsheet creation, cleanup, and reconciliation (Excel & Google Sheets) • Data entry & organization • Research & information synthesis • Pricing worksheets & cost tracking • Operational process support • CRM cleanup & database organization • Vendor and client documentation & compliance paperwork My background includes senior-level sales leadership, operations management for a multi-location tourism company, and high-volume documentation production for a U.S.-based SaaS firm. That experience allows me to understand both the operational details and the bigger business goals behind the work. I value clear expectations, defined deliverables, and realistic timelines. Once aligned, I work efficiently and independently to meet deadlines with accuracy and consistency. If you need reliable, structured support for operational projects or general administration, I’m ready to help.

  • Business Operations
  • Administrative Support
  • Process Documentation
  • Process Optimization
  • Database Optimization
  • Project Workflows
  • Document Management System
  • Project Planning
  • Project Management
  • CRM Software
  • Task Automation
  • Research & Strategy
  • Task Coordination
  • Data Management
  • Data Cleaning
Kim Thi-Anh D.

Raleigh, North Carolina

$70/hr
4.9
78 jobs

I help growing companies build scalable operational systems for project delivery, resource planning, and workflow management. Typical projects I support: • project delivery and operations system design • PMO and delivery framework development • resource planning and capacity management systems • client onboarding and implementation workflows • SOP libraries and operational playbooks • KPI dashboards and executive reporting • workflow automation and cross-team process optimization I step in to design scalable operational systems that restore clarity and control. With 10+ years leading enterprise initiatives for organizations including The Walt Disney Company and Johnson Controls, I specialize in building project delivery infrastructure that allows teams to scale without operational chaos. Typical projects I support • project management system architecture (monday com, Asana, ClickUp, Smartsheet) • PMO and delivery operations frameworks • client onboarding and implementation systems • resource planning and capacity management • SOP libraries and operational playbooks • KPI dashboards and executive reporting • workflow automation across teams While I frequently implement solutions in Monday com, my focus is on building scalable systems that can operate across tools and evolve with the business. • monday com • Workflow Automation • Project Management Office (PMO) • Business Process Improvement • Operations Management • Asana • ClickUp • Smartsheet • Process Improvement • Project Management

  • Operational Planning
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Project
  • Virtual Assistance
  • General Transcription
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis
  • SaaS
  • Project Delivery
  • Canva
  • Lucidchart
  • Formatting
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • RFP Writing
Autumn S.

Collinsville, Oklahoma

$35/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I streamline operations and enhance project efficiency as a seasoned Business Developer with 17 years of experience. My expertise spans tax accounting, production planning, vendor management, and e-commerce fulfillment operations. I leverage advanced skills in Microsoft Office and SharePoint to implement effective processes that elevate team performance and customer satisfaction. I have a strong foundation in Lean manufacturing practices and have completed Lean 101 training, enabling me to optimize workflow in diverse environments. My background in human resources allows me to drive recruitment metrics and lead teams effectively, fostering a culture of organized success. If you need a strategic partner to improve logistics and operational performance, let's discuss how I can contribute to your goals.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting Basics
  • Recruiting
  • Financial Planning
  • Business Plan
  • Business Management
  • Scheduling
  • Process Improvement
Elizabeth S.

New York, New York

$40/hr
5.0
228 jobs

I have spent the better part of a decade making sure complex, high-stakes work actually gets done, across project management, operations coordination, bid management, and revenue operations. I managed RFP and grant workflows end to end, the kind of deadline-driven, detail-heavy work where nothing can slip. I've moved into project management, owning cross-functional coordination, stakeholder communication, CRM management, and process improvement across active accounts. Last quarter alone I coordinated grant and RFP submissions that secured over $1.2 million in funding across multiple clients, and I currently manage several of those engagements through active reporting and compliance deliverables. Over time that experience has expanded into broader operations support including SOP development, workflow automation, pipeline management, executive support, and virtual assistant work for founders and small teams. I am comfortable working across tools like HubSpot, Notion, Asana, ClickUp, Monday, and Google Workspace, and I can jump into whatever system a team already has running without needing hand-holding. My background in project coordination and operations management means I think in systems, track what is moving and what is stalled, and take ownership of the execution layer so leadership does not have to chase things down. If you need a reliable operations manager or project coordinator who works independently, communicates clearly, and keeps everything moving, that is exactly how I work.

  • Business Proposal
  • Business Plan
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Proposal
  • Grant Application
  • RFP Writing
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Project Management
  • Grant Management Software
  • Management Skills
  • Operations Management Software
  • Team Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Business Operations
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Executive Support
  • Administrative Support

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