LAURA DAVIS

About

Operations and strategy leader with experience across consulting, nonprofit technology/workflow implementations, and executive support. Leads process assessments and implementation planning (CRM, project management, accounting/marketing technology, workflow optimization, and performance measurement), provides client training/workshops, and manages small contractor teams. Background includes VP-level operations work (budgeting, hiring/performance processes) and high-volume executive and board/committee coordination.

Experience

• Lead Consultant · Uptown Consulting LLC09-01-2020 – 02-01-2026

  ● Conducted thorough assessments of small business processes, systems, and workflows to identify areas for improvement. ● Collaborate closely with clients to understand their business goals, challenges, and requirements. ● Develop tailored operational strategies and implementation plans to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall business performance. ● Assist in implementing process improvements, including CRM, project management, accounting and marketing technology software and organizational solutions, workflow optimization, and performance measurement systems. ● Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate clients on efficient operational practices and ensure successful implementation of recommended changes. ● Lead strategic short-term and long-term planning sessions for projects and launches. ● Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor and consultant. ● Served 50+ clients with six and seven figure revenue for- and non-profit businesses in the NY tri-state area and nationally. ● Led small teams of contractors and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered in time, on budget and within scope.

• Consultant, Contract · Aropa Consulting06-01-2025 – 01-01-2026

  ● Conducted full communications systems assessment with current and future state topologies for a mid-size nonprofit with an $8 mil annual operating budget. ● Provided technical consulting services for a grassroots nonprofit, migrating their case management system from Apricot to Airtable, as well as transitioning their hard copy case forms from a paper filing process to electronic. ● Conducted individual stakeholder interviews and focus groups among both c-suite and program alumni to produce a software selection framework for a nonprofit with a $1.75 mil annual operating budget. ● Lead client meetings to review and discuss proposals, project kickoff, updates and closeouts.

• Executive Assistant to the Founder & Project Manager · AEDP Institute06-01-2021 – 05-01-2022

  ● Provided administrative support to the Founder plus 8 employees on a distributed team. ● Managed high volume personal and company calendars, emails, and phone calls for the founder. ● Arranged complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and ground transportation. ● Coordinated all aspects of board and committee meetings.

• VP of Operations · VILLO by MOTHER HONESTLY02-01-2020 – 09-01-2020

  ● Supported the Founder in the development and implementation of VILLO’s strategy, vision, and direction. ● Created, monitored, and improved all systems and processes for the company. ● Managed hiring processes and performance reviews for all employees. ● Created and maintained operating budget.

• Executive Personal Assistant · Geraldine Laybourne, Former President of Nickelodeon03-01-2017 – 12-01-2019

  ● Provided administrative support to a high-net-worth individual and their family. ● Managed high volume personal and company calendars, emails, and phone calls. ● Liaised with senior executive assistants on administrative matters in a private equity office where Gerry sat on the board. ● Arranged complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and ground transportation. ● Organized high-level public and private events, including launches, fundraisers, committee meetings, and dinner parties. ● Provided project management support on multiple personal and entrepreneurial projects such as a 7 figure budget apartment renovations and nonprofit preschool formation and board development. ● Managed speaking and PR events such as TV Academy Hall of Fame Awards and The Orange Years Nickelodeon documentary. ● Managed doctor appointments, insurance claims, and liaised with Gerry’s wealth management firm on payments and expenses.

Education

• CUNY Baccalaureate for Unique and Interdisciplinary StudiesBachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Dual Major in Organizational Psychology and Social Identity Development
• Bronx Community CollegeAssociate in Arts, Associate in Arts, Psychology

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