We turn your vision into action by streamlining operations, removing friction, and keeping every initiative moving forward.
This is not a one-size-fits-all approach, it’s tailored, hands-on support to make your mission run seamlessly.
SOME OF WHAT WE DO:
Strategy
Strategic Planning & Execution + Translate founder vision into clear, actionable quarterly roadmaps and OKRs + Define measurable milestones for course launches, membership programs, and wellness products + Create frameworks for scaling content, group coaching, or client programs + Develop rollout plans for new initiatives, including marketing, operations, and tech requirements + Conduct competitive benchmarking and market analysis to inform strategy + Track and report progress using dashboards tailored to leadership needs
Finance
Financial Systems & Forecasting + Set up bookkeeping systems and integrate with online payment gateways and accounting platforms + Build cash flow models for recurring programs, memberships, and product launches + Forecast revenue from courses, workshops, and coaching servicesTrack profitability per program, course, or product line + Optimize pricing, subscription models, and upsell funnels for maximum ROI + Implement budgeting tools and reporting for investor or board review
Systems
Process, Systems & Workflow Optimization + Document SOPs for course creation, client onboarding, and program delivery + Standardize workflows across marketing, content, operations, and support teams + Automate email sequences, scheduling, and membership access + Optimize student/user journeys for retention and upsell opportunities + Implement project management systems (Asana, ClickUp, Trello) tailored to course and business operations + Establish reporting systems to monitor operational efficiency and course engagement
Team
People & Organizational Design + Define roles, responsibilities, job descriptions, policies and team structure for scalable growth + Recruit, onboard, and train team members for content creation, coaching, marketing, and operations + Create performance tracking and accountability systems aligned with company goals + Design compensation frameworks and incentive structures for course/program success + Facilitate leadership development for small teams and educators scaling into multi-coach operations + Build team culture, communication rituals, and cross-functional alignment
Compliance
Regulatory & Sustainability Compliance + Ensure business entity compliance: state/country registrations, tax IDs, licenses, and permits + Maintain audit-ready records for investors, partners, or regulatorsImplement policies for HR, payroll, and employee safety compliance + Track and ensure adherence to privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA) + Navigate industry-specific regulations for health, wellness, online education, or digital products + Support ESG, sustainability, or certification requirements for products, programs, or services + Implement risk management protocols and internal controls to mitigate operational, financial, or reputational risk + Monitor and adapt to evolving compliance requirements across operations, finance, HR, and product/service delivery
Technology
Tech Stack & Systems Integration + Implement and optimize CRMs (HubSpot, Kajabi, Kajabi Memberships, Circle, etc.) + Integrate payment processors, membership platforms, and automation tools + Streamline project management tools with internal and client-facing workflows + Build dashboards for KPIs, course engagement, and financial metrics + Customize and implement apps for student engagement, course delivery, or habit tracking + Ensure seamless integration between content, operations, and marketing tools
Brand Ops
Marketing & Brand Operations +Build and maintain content calendars for courses, programs, and campaignsImplement workflows for email marketing, social media, and community engagement + Ensure consistent branding across all digital touchpoints + Coordinate launches, webinars, and marketing funnels for courses and workshops + Manage marketing automation and campaign reporting + Optimize messaging, copy, and positioning for new programs or product lines
Fundraising
Investor Relations & Fundraising + Prepare pitch decks and data rooms for investors or partners + Build dashboards tracking KPIs, revenue, and operational health + Conduct due diligence support for funding rounds or strategic partnerships + Align operational and financial reporting with investor expectations + Manage investor communications, updates, and follow-ups + Support grant applications, sponsorships, or strategic funding for wellness initiatives
Product
Product Development Operations + Design and implement course frameworks, membership programs, and coaching programs + Build launch timelines, checklists, and cross-functional execution plans + Manage content production, delivery schedules, and quality assurance + Coordinate packaging, digital product setup, and distribution logistics + Optimize course modules, onboarding, and engagement sequences for retention + Support product iteration using student feedback, surveys, and data metrics
Customer
Customer Experience & Retention + Map customer/student journeys from lead acquisition to retention + Design onboarding sequences that increase engagement and reduce churn + Implement feedback loops for continuous improvement in programs or services + Track and report key metrics: retention, completion, engagement, lifetime value + Build loyalty programs, referral systems, and membership perks + Manage customer support workflows to maintain satisfaction and trust
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Aces Payments scaled from a two-person seed-stage startup into a multi-state, investor-backed fintech company under Rio Callans’ operational leadership.
Rio Callans built Replenish Daily from bootstrapped roots into a multi-service nutritional wellness brand, growing year over year for nearly a decade and serving executive founders and their families.
At Sage Skincare, Rio Callans served as Director of Operations and strategic right hand to the founder, transforming the 30-year legacy brand from founder-dependent operations to a scale-ready direct-to-consumer model.
At an International Nonprofit, Rio Callans advanced from local operations coordinator to national marketing and operations lead, transforming 17 grassroots study groups from teacher-dependent gatherings into a unified, scalable educational platform.
The best businesses balance vision with execution. Like the sun and moon working in harmony, your vision deserves execution that matches its brilliance.