Operations Consultants
Consultants are listed alphabetically by company name.
If they speak a language other than English, it is noted.
Please note you are not limited to this list of consultants. You are responsible for choosing and vetting any consultant, whether they are on this list or not.
Better Sign Shop (Clockwork Consulting Inc)
Point Person: Bryant Gillespie (he/him)
Other consultants: Peter Kourounis, Michael Riley
https://www.bettersignshop.com
bryant@bettersignshop.com
(304) 909-7446
Based in Bluefield, WV
Optional description from consultant: We're a collective of industry experts that specialize in helping sign and print shop owners systemize and grow their businesses. We host the industry's leading podcast - the Better Sign Shop Podcast - https://podcast.bettersignshop.com/ and we provide coaching, training, and other specialized services for the sign and print industry. If you're ready to unlock the next level of growth for your shop, reach out for a free discovery call. We can help you with growth plans, workflow development, automation strategies, training, and more. Build a better sign and print business with our platform of tools for growing shops.
Focuses: Business consulting, manufacturing, project management, workflow
Chris Handberg Consulting
Point Person: Chris Handberg (he/his)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-handberg-49312925/
christopherhandberg@gmail.com
317/437-0785
Based in Indianapolis, IN
Optional description from consultant: For over 15 years, Chris Handberg has served the community through building partnerships, achieving fundraising goals, developing curriculum and facilitating strategic planning with key stakeholders while focusing on authentic diversity.
Focuses: Nonprofit Support; Facilitation; Project Management; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Social Enterprise Support; Human Resources.
Culinary Consulting
Point Person: Justin Dean (he/him)
wdcinotr@gmail.com
859/380-7470
Based in Fort Mitchell, KY
Optional description from consultant: Food & Beverage Start-up Support, Product Development, Menu Build Out, Design/Layout, Local Sourcing- Product Development and Third Party Co-packing Assistance.
Focuses: Manufacturing; Project Management; Restaurants; Strategic Planning; Facilities; Customer Service
Dedicated Web Design LLC
Point Person: David Beaulieu (he/his)
Other consultants: Timothy Jensen, Bob Stamper
https://dedicatedwd.com/
david@dedicatedwd.com
859/358-8043
Based in Berea, KY
Optional description from consultant: We specialize in WordPress websites, but can build on most popular platforms. Within WordPress, we focus on providing the complete package: web design, hosting, domain names, website care, website security, email, email security, SSL certificates, and ongoing support/training.
Focuses: Analytics; E-Commerce; Logo; Print; SEO; Web Design; Website Hosting, SSL Certificates, Local SEO, Cloud Backups, Domain Names, Website Security, Website Care, Email Hosting; IT
DNH Consulting
Point Person: Deedra Hanekamp
deedranichole@outlook.com
606-949-1164
Based in Garrett, KY
Optional description from consultant: Deedra Hanekamp established DNH Consulting LLC to meet the needs of small businesses that are struggling with professional record keeping and business performance. Deedra Hanekamp grew up in Floyd County, Kentucky and is also co-owner of Hanekamp Manor Bikes & Books. While operating her family business Deedra realized the need for other small businesses to have resources available to establish good record keeping practices and to find encouragement to continue in challenging times. DNH Consulting LLC was formed as a way to meet the needs of other entrepreneurs and Deedra Hanekamp is excited to make her skills and experiences available via it.
Focuses: Accounting/Finance; Business Consulting; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Arts Business; Marketing/Website Development/ Video Production, etc.; Operations; Customer Service; Print; Social Media
Evolve Business Services
Point Person: Maria Mendoza (she/her) **ENGLISH & SPANISH
mmendozabc@outlook.com
816-787-5627
Based in AZ
Optional description from consultant: Business Coaching bilingual services (English/Spanish), I offer professional services in business coaching and accounting. Please find below a detailed description of my services.
1. Start your business from an idea to launch 2-hour orientation session. Cover various critical aspects of business startup, including but not limited the following:
-Location
-Startup Cost
-Legal Structure
- Business Name
- Registration Process
- Business bank account: when and what to ask before opening a business account.
- Business Insurance
*After 24 hours I assist clients in the registration with the State, IRS, and other permits.
2. Launch your business online:
a. Setup your business on Google Business
b. Setup your business in social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
3. Accounting: For businesses that require accounting assistance, I offer a range of services. These includes the following:
a. Bookkeeping basics
b. QuickBooks online
c. Excel (income statement)
4. Canva for businesses
Focuses: Digital Marketing; E-Commerce; Logo; Market Analysis; SEO; Social Media; Business Consulting; Facilitation; Financing; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Customer Service
Gearhart Consulting, LLC
Point Person: Amanda Gearhart (she/her)
www.peacelovewebhost.com
argrt00@gmail.com
606-879-1281
Based in Eubank, KY
Optional description from consultant: Amanda Gearhart is an information and technology professional with 20+ years of experience in leadership, management, and community building in government entities and non-profit organizations. She is an experienced facilitator and project manager dedicated to helping non-profit organizations research, plan, implement, measure, and report on projects, strategic planning, and community initiatives.
Amanda is passionate about helping creators, small businesses, non-profits, and libraries with their technology needs. She primarily provides website development and hosting in WordPress but can build on most popular platforms. From basic troubleshooting- “Why isn’t this printer working?”- to training you or your staff to manage your daily tech needs, she’ll work with you to provide the best solutions to develop and grow your brand. Website Review, Redesigns, and new setup, Webhosting, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Software Implementation and migration, Quickbooks, Google Ads, Content Development, WordPress, Library Automation Systems
Focuses: Marketing; Analytics; Digital Marketing; E-Commerce; SEO; Social Media; Web Design; Operations; Customer Service; IT; Business Consulting; Facilitation; Nonprofit Support; Project Management; Strategic Planning
Go 2 Girl, LLC
Point Person: Vanessa Pennoyer
Other consultants: Erin Jones (Director Of Business Support)
https://www.go2girl4results.com
vanessa@go2girl4results.com
(502) 303-6030
Based in Shelbyville, KY
Optional description from consultant: Offers Diverse Certification - Women, Minorities, Veterans, LGBTQ+ Business Owners, (Local, State, Federal, 3rd Party). From a career perspective, I've held marketing, sales, and business development for industries including, Beverage, Accounting, Medical, Architecture, Wholesale and Logistics. My education completing my MBA was a focus on marketing. I enjoy research and details to make clients have informed decisions. My mission is to Influence Relationships to Inspire Change. Most businesses operate with a mindset of, "This is how we've always done this" mentality. Go 2 Girl LLC offers services that have a niche target market and is often a disrupter for DEIB efforts.
Focuses: Business Consulting, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Workshops, Marketing, Operations, DEIA.
iSAFE Complete Managed Services
Point Person: Bob Stamper (he/his)
Other consultants: Zac Brandenburg, Kamilla Gilfedder, Chris May
isafecomplete.com
bob@isafecomplete.com
859/200-0428
Based in Richmond, KY
Optional description from consultant: Managed IT services that include anti-virus backups, patch management, web protection, and compliance support. We also provide web development services and VolP telephone services.
Focuses: Marketing; Technology Support & Cyber Security; Web Design; Digital Marketing; Logo; SEO; Social Media
Joker Business Solutions
Point Person: Mike Johnson (he/him/his)
Other consultants: Nate Eldridge
https://jokerbusiness.solutions/
mike@jokerbusinesssolutions.com
859-554-0003
Based in Lexington, KY
Option description from consultant: Joker Business Solutions helps organizations invest in technology that creates real value and builds the right things at the right time. This includes Managed IT services, website design, website hosting, and credit card processing.
Focuses: Web Design; Social Media; Video Production; SEO; Print; E-Commerce; Logo; Digital Marketing; Analytics; IT
Kentucky Center for Agriculture & Rural Development (KCARD)
Point Person: Brent Lackey (he/him)
Other consultants at KCARD: Spencer Guinn, Myrisa Christy, Ali Hulett, Terryn Varney, Maddie Grider, Ali Kerr
www.kcard.info
blackey@kcard.info
859/550-3972
Based in Elizabethtown, KY
Optional description from consultant: KCARD is a nonprofit organization established to facilitate agricultural and rural business development in Kentucky. We provide educational opportunities, technical assistance, and business support services to new and existing agribusinesses.
Focuses: Facilitation; Nonprofit Support; Project Management; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Agricultural businesses and cooperatives; Business Consulting; Digital Marketing; E-Commerce; Market Analysis; Social Media; Facilities
La Terza Coffee
Point Person: David Gaines (he/him)
laterzacoffee.com
david@laterzacoffee.com
513/607-0348
Based in Cincinnati, OH
Optional description from consultant: Helping guide coffee shop owners and managers from an idea to opening and thriving in your community.
Focuses: Restaurants; Social Enterprise Support
Lee Ann Weinberg and Associates Consulting LLC
Point Person: Lee Ann Weinberg (she/her/hers)
lee@leeannweinberg.com
(205) 266-0283
Based in Louisville, KY
Focuses: Business (General); Operations; Non Profit Fund Development, Governance, Grant Writing, Organizational Assessments; Business Consulting; Non-Profit Support; Project Management; Social Enterprise Support; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Social media; Operations and organizational structure
LP Consulting
Point Person: Lindsey Paulson
Other consultants: Carolyn Gordon
www.lindspaulson.com
hello@lindspaulson.com
859-979-5776
Based in Richmond, KY
Optional description from consultant: I have been in the operational space since 2012-- beginning with Marriott International. From corporate experience to small business leadership- I have experience with project management, system implementation, growth strategy, bookkeeping and finance (Quickbooks and Wave specific) and a wide diverse of knowledge about CRM's. I currently provide assistance to three separate non-profits and work with my clientele to streamline processes, automate marketing, create SOP's, and assist with a wide variety of tasks.
Focuses: Accounting/Finance; Nonprofit Support; Project Management; Operations; Business Consulting; CRM Implantation.
McNary Group
Point Person: Lacey McNary (she/her/hers)
www.mcnarygroup.com
lacey@mcnarygroup.com
502-419-7335
Based in Louisville, KY
Focuses: Operations; Business (General); Research; Evaluation; Facilitation; Non-Profit Support; Project Management; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Benefits (HR);Human Resources
Nick Hulstine (he/his)
nickhulstine@gmail.com
785-452-2689
Optional description from consultant: Specializes in restaurants & theatres
Next Level Partners, LLC
Point Person: Emie Bowlby
Other consultants: Erin Foster, Sandy Lumpkins and Rhonda McFee
www.nlpky.com
emie@nlpky.com
606-481-0292
Based in Stanton, KY
Focuses: Accounting/Finance; Business Consulting; Project Management; Strategic Planning; System Conversion/Integrations; Operations
Pinnacle Partners, LLC
Point Person: Robyn Moreland (she/her)
pinnacle.partners.ky@gmail.com
859-582-4175
Based in Berea, KY
Optional description from consultant: Pinnacle Partners, LLC., combines our education and experience in the non-profit and social service fields to work collaboratively with our Partners to create the agencies, programs and services that their community needs. Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we have 30 years’ experience working with the communities and people of Eastern Kentucky. We work with our Partners in the areas of program creation, strategic planning, board development, training programs, policy and procedure development, hiring structures, and funding strategies.
We are passionate about the people of Kentucky, therefore our expertise is working with programs serving women, children, the un-housed, those experiencing substance misuse, mental health disorders, interpersonal violence, career development and employment programs are just a few. Pinnacle Partners, LLC. is female owned agency that values diversity, inclusiveness and trauma informed approaches to working with our Partners.
Focuses: Customer Service; Human Resources; Facilities; Program Design.
S Media
Point Person: Jason Hoskins
Other Consultant: Greg Kitzmiller
http://smedianow.com
info@smedianow.com
606/864-8936
Based in London, KY
Optional description from consultant: S-Media is a full-service digital marketing and information technology solution provider.
Focuses: Project Management; Restaurants; Strategic Planning; Digital Marketing; Analytics; E-Commerce; Logo; Print; SEO; Social Media; Video Production; Web Design; Customer Service; Facilities; IT; Contact Center
SBC Small Business Consulting **ENGLISH & SPANISH
Point Person: Karyn Wilson (she/her)
www.sbcfirst.com/team
karyn@sbcfirst.com
614-407-8934
Based in Columbus, OH
Optional description from consultant: SBC's team of 20 small business consultants works with clients in the areas of General Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, and Operations as noted above. Additional areas of expertise include (among many others) credit repair, grant writing, sales planning and training, SAM registration, revenue generation, pre-funding business planning and pitch deck preparation, QuickBooks implementation (including desktop to online conversion), capital readiness preparation and financial projections, employee manual creation, operations manual creation, employee onboarding and termination, and many other areas. As a consulting firm dedicated to small businesses, we focus on flexibility, quality, and affordability of our services for business small business owners and operators. Please see https://www.sbcfirst.com/sbc-solutions for a larger list of detailed services. We have a team of nearly 20 small business consultants including QuickBooks Pros, web developers, business planning specialists, social media marketers, HR professionals, financial consultants, credit counselors, and many others.
Focuses: Accounting/Finance, Business (General), Marketing, Operations, Business Consulting; Financing; Manufacturing; Project Management; Restaurants; Social Enterprise Support; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Digital Marketing ; E-Commerce; Logo; Market Analysis; Print; SEO; Web Design; Analytics; Social Media; Social Media Account and Calendar Creation, Google My Business Registration, Domain Acquisition, Logo Design, Capabilities Statement Design, Benefits (HR); Customer Service; Human Resources; Facilities
TVS Consulting
Point Person: Terry Salyer (he/him)
terry.salyer14@gmail.com
606-367-3839
Based in Salyersville, KY
Optional description from consultant: Professional Business Development Executive. Terry also has a weekly podcast called “We the People of Eastern Kentucky." You can find WTPEKY on Facebook, YouTube and Spotify to review for reference. He works on any phase in entertainment from production to artistic development.
Focuses: Facilitation; Financing; Manufacturing; Nonprofit Support; Project Management; Restaurants; Social Enterprise Support; Strategic Planning; Workshops; Analytics; Logo; Market Analysis; Print; Social Media; Video Production; Podcasts; Artistic Development; Digital Marketing; Customer Service; Facilities; Human Resources
XP Up Consulting
Point Person: Angie LeBlanc (she/her)
xpupconsult.com
angie@xpupconsult.com
317-716-7921
Based in Indianapolis, IN
Optional description from consultant: We assist organizations like yours in developing sustainable and effective solutions to the challenges they encounter. Our services are customized to help you build capacity and streamline your processes, allowing you and your team to concentrate on what really matters—serving your clients. Our custom services include: business plans and financial projections, business process reengineering and implementation, employee training design, employee engagement workshops, and leadership training.
Focuses: Arts Business; Business Consulting; Facilitation; Nonprofit Support; Project Management; Social Enterprise Support; Workshops; Operations; Customer Service; Human Resources
