"Elena didn't just give advice. She rebuilt our planning engine and we hit targets for the first time in three quarters."
SJ
Sarah Jenkins
COO, Series B Fintech
Strategic Advisor
The advisor leaders call when the stakes are high.
I help founders and executive teams clarify priorities, align operators, and convert strategy into measurable execution within 90 days.
Elena Cross
Strategic Advisor
12
Years Exp.
Operator & Advisor
Retention
94% Renewal Rate
Trusted by leadership at
Strategy without mechanics is just a wish.
My signature ARC Framework combines high-level narrative with deep operating rigor. I don't just deliver a slide deck; I install the operating system your team needs to execute.
1. Audit
We map the gap between your goals and reality. I identify the "silent killers" of velocity: unclear decision rights and conflicting priorities.
2. Roadmap
We define the "Vital Few" priorities. A 90-day execution plan with clear owners, KPIs, and dependency mapping.
3. Compound
I install the weekly operating cadence (WBR) to ensure accountability. Results compound as the system becomes habit.
Offers
Engagement Models
Simple structures mapped to buyer intent. No hourly billing.
2 Weeks
Diagnostic Sprint
Rapid clarity for teams facing stalled growth. We audit goals and constraints.
- Leadership Interviews
- Constraint Analysis
- Findings Presentation
Most Popular
90-Day Engagement
Full strategy-to-execution partnership. I embed with your leadership team.
- Weekly Facilitation
- OKR/KPI Design
- Hiring Support
Monthly
Advisor Retainer
Ongoing strategic support for founders navigating scale decisions.
- Bi-weekly Calls
- Board Deck Review
- Async Access
Impact
Metrics that matter.
We focus on "Input Metrics" (things we control) and "Output Metrics" (business results). Here is the average impact across my last 20 engagements.
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Faster Planning
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Retention
Testimonials
Client Results in Their Words
"Our weekly operating review finally became actionable. Decisions got faster and cross-functional execution improved immediately."
DM
Daniel Moore
Founder, HealthTech SaaS
"She aligned leadership around a single scorecard. We stopped debating priorities and started executing against them."
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Aisha Lee
VP Strategy, B2B Platform
Featured In
Industry Recognition
How I Work
From ambiguity to traction.
A structured path designed to minimize noise and maximize velocity.
01
Diagnose
We conduct deep-dive interviews with key stakeholders to map hidden execution bottlenecks.
02
Prioritize
We ruthlessly cut initiatives. We define the top 3 priorities and decision criteria for the next 90 days.
03
Install
I build your operating cadence, install KPI tracking, and facilitate the first 4 weekly reviews.
04
Scale
Transition ownership cleanly. We review the 90-day output and set the roadmap for the next quarter.
Case Studies
Proven results across stages.
Fintech • Series B
Rebuilding the quarterly planning engine.
Leadership lacked shared priorities. We installed a weekly "WBR" cadence and cleared decision bottlenecks.
+27%
Forecast Accuracy
-34%
Delivery Delays
HealthTech • Series A
Scaling engineering velocity for enterprise.
Product was shipping features that Sales couldn't sell. We aligned the roadmap to enterprise requirements.
3x
Deal Size
-2wks
Cycle Time
SaaS • Seed
Founder transition from Operator to CEO.
Founder was stuck in the weeds. We hired a COO and established clear delegation frameworks.
15hr
Time Saved/Wk
100%
Exec Hires
FAQ
Questions before we start.
What types of teams are the best fit?
Growth-stage teams (Series A to C) with established demand that are facing "growing pains." Usually, the founder is bottlenecked, or the leadership team is misaligned on priorities.
How quickly can we start?
Most projects kick off within 10 days of our initial conversation. The Diagnostic Sprint is designed to be low-friction so we can start adding value immediately.
Do you stay involved after the initial engagement?
Yes. About 70% of my clients transition to a Monthly Advisor Retainer after the initial 90-day execution sprint to ensure long-term accountability and support.
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Ready to execute?
Book a focused intro call to define priorities, scope, and the best engagement model for your team.