About GrowOp
About Christa - Your strategic partner at GrowOp Business Consulting.
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Turning operational chaos into competitive advantage for over a decade!
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As a seasoned Operations Manager and Strategic Consultant, I've helped businesses across industries transform their operations, accelerate growth, and maximize profitability. My approach combines C-suite strategic thinking with hands-on operational expertise.
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTY AREAS
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Construction
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Software / SaaS
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Career Site Advertising
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Programmatic Advertising
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Culinary - Food Industry
My services are not limited to these industries. I can assist any type of business.
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Woman owned business
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Remote-friendly, serving the U.S.
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Local to Illinois (Chicagoland)
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All are welcome and respected!
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LGBTQIA+ friendly
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Neurodiverse accepting and accommodating
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Please let me know if you need ability accommodations for your consultations
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GrowOp with some UVRAY’s!
My process for problem solving follows this guide:
Understand
I listen and ask effective questions to understand your goal and the problem you face.
Validate
I validate information, your goals, and that my proposed solution is the correct one.
Resolve
I develop a solution to resolve your problem; documenting the how, the why, the benefits, and the risks so you are informed.
Actions
I build a written action plan to provide you step by step instructions for implementing the solution.
You
You move forward and are empowered with a plan to succeed!
Operations
My strategic approach to operations management spans multiple industries, from specialty construction to software development. I excel at building PMO practices, streamlining processes, and implementing technology solutions that drive operational excellence. I scaled a startup-style revenue stream from $0 to $1M monthly by identifying pain points and technical needs, and planning strategically ahead to ensure smooth functionality across all departments.
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Program Management
As a Program Manager, I unify activities across departments and translate leadership vision into actionable project steps. I've successfully integrated new business models into existing company infrastructure, serving as the subject matter expert voice for affected departments. My experience includes developing comprehensive integration strategies, collaborating with analytics teams on data solutions, and realigning processes to ensure accurate information flow to leadership.
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Customer Success
I have led in-depth operational conversations with companies ranging from Small Businesses to Enterprise level. My objective is to deeply understand pain points and assist in achieving operational goals. I excel at asking effective questions that reveal the root of a problem and develop practical solutions that drive long term business value. I am passionate about helping my clients gain the most ROI from any investment.​​
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Project Management
My project management expertise includes managing simultaneous complex, multi-scope projects. I have managed every type of project from Predictive, Agile, and tailored unique projects. I create comprehensive project plans, mitigate risks, and ensure prompt resolution of blockers. Regardless of the project type, I consistently deliver results through priority management and seasoned problem-solving tactics.
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PMP Certification from PMI Institute
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Remote Expert
I value remote work and globally distributed teams, having built a successful business case in 2014 to migrate a company to fully remote. I help individuals and organizations better manage projects, communications, and team cohesion within the remote model. My experience demonstrates that distributed teams can achieve exceptional results when properly managed and supported with the right processes and technology.
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