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Operations & Project Management Support

Strategic help for growing businesses and busy professionals who need extra support — without the full-time hire.

Hi, I'm Cate

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I help small businesses, creative organizations, and busy professionals get more done with flexible operations and project management support—precisely what you need, when you need it. 

 

With 7+ years managing complex programs in fast-paced corporate environments, I deliver strategic thinking and effective execution without the full-time overhead.

Whether you’re launching a new initiative, overwhelmed by administrative tasks, or simply need order amid chaos, I specialize in streamlining operations, managing projects, and reducing your workload—so you can focus on what matters most.

How Your Work Gets Easier

Flexible support that scales with your needs

Operations & Administration

Get your day-to-day operations running smoothly with reliable support

Project Management

Keep your initiatives on track with experienced project leadership—part-time or project-based.
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✔  Project planning and execution

✔  Team coordination and communication

✔  Timeline and budget management

✔  Problem-solving and risk mitigation

Executive & Administrative Support

Free up your time with high-level administrative support.
 

✔  Calendar and email management

✔  Meeting coordination and follow-up

✔  Travel and logistics planning

✔  Document prep and proofreading

Process Optimization & Automation

Streamline your work and reduce manual tasks with smart systems.


✔  Workflow design and improvement

✔  AI tool integration (ChatGPT, etc.)

✔  Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

✔  Automation setup and training

Financial Management

Get your finances organized and keep them that way

Financial Cleanup & Systems

Transform financial chaos into organized, manageable systems.​

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✔  Financial tracking setup

✔  Bookkeeping support

✔  Budget creation and management

✔  Invoice processing and billing

Data Management & Excel

Turn messy data into clear insights with organized systems.

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✔  Data cleanup and organization

✔  Excel automation and reporting

✔  CRM setup (Salesforce, Airtable, etc.)

✔  Custom dashboards

Marketing & Growth

Build your visibility and secure funding for your initiatives

Marketing Strategy & Coordination

Plan and execute marketing that drives results.​

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✔  Marketing campaign planning

✔  Social media strategy

✔  Event marketing and promotion

✔  Content planning and materials creation

Grant Research & Writing

Secure funding with professionally written proposals.

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✔  Grant opportunity research​

✔  Proposal writing and development

✔  Budget preparation

✔  Application submission and follow-up

Specialized Support

Expertise for specific projects and initiatives

Event Planning & Logistics

Coordinate successful events from concept to wrap-up.

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✔  Event planning and timelines

✔  Vendor coordination

✔  Budget tracking

✔  Day-of logistics and support

Contract Review & Documentation

Ensure your agreements and processes are properly documented. 

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✔  Contract drafting and review​

✔  Proposal development

✔  SOP, SOW, and policy documentation

✔  Vendor agreement management

Results

Outcomes I've helped clients and organizations achieve

$38K+

In grants secured for creative organizations and artists.​​

Global Programs

Across Asia and South America, including multi-year rollouts.

Time Saved Weekly

Designed systems that reduce manual work and improve accuracy.

7+ Years

Leading complex programs and coordinating stakeholders. 

Ready to Get More Done?

Whether you're a small business owner, creative professional, or busy individual, I'd love to hear what you're working on and explore how I can help lighten your load.

Our work together gets customized to your needs—hourly, project-based, or ongoing retainer.
Reach out and we'll find the right fit.

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