Zen Operations

As a Fractional COO, I specialise in streamlining operations for SMEs, driving revenue & profitability growth through strategic plans and process optimisation.

I conduct operational assessments, recommend solutions to stimulate growth, and guide tech adoption to revolutionise workflows.

Utilising KPIs, I ensure continual progress. I provide insights on best practices, assist in restructuring, ensuring smooth transitions, and mentor teams for operational excellence.

My vendor management optimises cost-effectiveness, quality and ensures successful delivery of projects. 

Achievements:

◾ Reduced operational costs by 25% through strategic improvements.

◾ Improved conversion rates by 30% by simplifying sales cycles.

◾Fostered a data-driven culture, yielding up to 20% profit increases.

◾ Developed analytics and revenue operations departments, driving revenue optimisation.

◾ Achieved revenue growth of 15%-150% by identifying bottlenecks.

◾ Ensured smooth post-merger transitions.

◾ Boosted staff data literacy through training.

◾ Assisted in attracting substantial Series B funding.

◾ Enhanced operational transparency, improving team performance and investor relations.

Operations Consultancy & Fractional COO services

I help Positive Impact CEOs to Simplify Operations and Ignite Growth | Operations Consultant | Fractional COO | Data-Driven Strategy Advisor

You’re a CEO in the FMCG sector. 

Imagine your team executing your vision with less friction and resistance.

Rather than blank faces staring back in each team meeting, you have a sea of purpose-driven advocates who have crystal clear clarity on what needs to get done.   

You're a CEO with a clear vision of where your business needs to go. But something's getting in the way...

Maybe it's the pressure to deliver rapid results to your board. 
Maybe it's the conflicting advice from your team. 
Or maybe it's simply the challenge of turning months of thinking into a clear story everyone can understand.

This is where I come in.

For CEOs and leadership teams in product-based businesses, I help:

- Transform months of thinking into structured, actionable plans in hours
- Simplify complex data into actionable insights
- Find hidden value in conflicting team perspectives
- Tell a compelling story that brings everyone on the journey with you

Think of me as your secret weapon for unscrambling complexity.

"Unlike typical Exec coaches who often leave you with more questions than answers, Deb helps bridge the gap between what's in my head and what needs to be communicated. Every session saves me hours of time and mental energy." - Aoife Kenny, Interim MD

Whether you're:

- Preparing for a crucial board presentation
- Developing a transformative data strategy
- Leading complex change initiatives
- Needing clarity in hours, not weeks

I help you cut through the noise and turn your complex challenges into winning strategies.

Because your brilliance lies in leading transformation...

Not getting lost in the weeds of complexity.

Ready to turn your vision into clear action? Let's connect.

Specialties: Strategic Planning | Data Strategy | Digital Transformation | FMCG & Food Industry | E-Commerce | Operational Excellence

#StrategicClarity #BusinessTransformation #Leadership

Deb Stevenson

GTS International Ltd

The first hire into GTS Group.
Supporting some of the most innovative global technology businesses with the best talent.
I support my clients on a mix of Retained Executive positions, permanent assignments and Contract & Interim projects.
Proud to work with FTSE100, FTSE250 and NASDAQ listed businesses as well as cutting edge Start-Up and private businesses. 

GTS Group delivers a global consultative, professional, and intelligence-driven approach to staffing, connecting brands with the best talent. We currently have 5 brands within the group.
GTS is the leading recruitment company with a global consultative, professional, and intelligence-driven approach to staffing, connecting brands with the best technology talent.

-GTS Technology
-GTS Banking & Finance
-GTS Food & Beverage
-GTS Transportation
-GTS Information Technology

We are experts in what we do and are continually excited to be connecting brilliant people with amazing employers. We know our industry inside out and we are changing the way recruitment is delivered globally. We are sector specialists and passionate advocates for technology. Our team of experts allows us to provide our clients and our candidates with unparalleled advice and support. This ensures that whatever your talent needs, and no matter how specialist the role, GTS will be able to support you in connecting you with the best talent, not just the best talent looking for a job.

GTS group provides a full suite of recruitment services from Executive Search and Talent Mapping, Contingent Recruitment, and Contract/Interim Services.

GTS are keen adopters and implementers of innovation; we believe in deploying innovative solutions to solve the recruitment challenges faced by our clients and candidates. The result is reduced lead times, more genuine and motivated candidates, and better retention rates for our clients.

To find out how GTS Group can help with your recruitment needs please get in touch at info@gts-search.com

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Luton and Dunstable Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Respiratory unit

Vodafone

Part-time role in my first year of University. Hit personal sales targets every month. I left on very good terms when moving home for the summer and didn't have the time in 2nd year to continue working.

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Boots UK

Part-time summer job between finishing my A-Levels and going to University. Working in the 2nd highest-grossing Boots store in the UK - Luton Airport Airside

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Young Enterprise UK

At JFK, I became involved with Young Enterprise business, and headed up the Sales department where I was responsible for finding effective ways of promoting and raising awareness to ensure our business was successful, not only at sales events such as markets but at the competition level. I ran the Sales and marketing strategy for the business and was in charge or partnerships and generating sales opportunties.

We successfully closed the business in profit and won several awards at the Hertfordshire level.
Awards included - Most Sustainable Product, Commendation for well run business

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🔋 Recruiting for a Greener Future | Engineering & Leadership Talent Across Renewables 🌱
I work across the renewable energy sector, supporting businesses involved in EV charging, battery energy storage (BESS), Solar, and Wind. I help build high-impact teams by recruiting across all levels, from hands-on engineering, operations, installation and test, right through to senior leadership and board appointments.

If you're growing your team or exploring your next role in clean energy, feel free to reach out.

I am a professional with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Physiology from the University of Portsmouth.
Catch me on 0204 517 3741 or send me an email to adam.m@gts-search.com 

Opinions expressed are solely my own and do not express the views or opinions of my employer/business.

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