Vashti: COO/Managing Director - USA
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Position: COO/Managing Director
Nationality: USA
Home Country: France
Experience
VP Operations & Fractional COO with 13 years leading operations across tech and retail sectors. Strong track record in scaling startups, implementing efficient processes, and achieving significant cost savings through operational excellence. Expert in translating CEO vision into executable strategy while managing cross-functional teams and operations.
Major Achievements
Led operations transformation at early-stage AI startup, managing 50+ people across 5 departments. Extended runway from 6 to 10 months through strategic cost optimization while increasing tech team productivity by 10%, creating critical flexibility for Series B fundraising.
Industry Sector Competencies
• E-Commerce/Internet• IT/Computer Hardware
• Software
• Consumer Goods
• Textiles
Professional Objectives
• Function: Director of Operations, Vice President Operations, Chief Operating Officer• Interim Manager: Yes
• Permanent Position: Yes
• Operational: Yes
• Availability: Full time, Part time, Coaching on demand
• Prefered Locations: Paris, France
Additional Professional Interests
• Operational Coaching on demand• Non Executive Director Assignments
Countries Covered
• France• Nigeria
• Philippines (The)
• UK
• USA
Operational Competencies
• AI strategy (Professional)• DEI strategy (Professional)
• ESG & sustainability strategy (Professional)
• Business development (Professional)