Hi there, I'm Zara
Imagine your vision & passion backed by the power of smart operations. That's what I bring to the table.
For a decade, I helped Startups, SMEs and Creatives build thriving ventures.
Before that? I worked in Theatre as the Dance Captain of Disney's The Lion King. (way more operational than you'd think!)
Now, I'm your secret weapon. I'm a "get it done" creative & business consultant who speaks fluent Entrepreneur and Artist.
⭒Strategy Alchemist
I transform complex challenges into actionable plans fuelled by imagination and data.
⭒Operations Jedi
I streamline processes, build dream teams (grew a team by 500%!), and implement systems that scale.
⭒Industry Linguist
From Music Tech to Law, I speak your language and can understand your world to unlock fresh perspectives.
⭒Creative Spark Plug
I combine data with "outside the box" thinking to craft unique solutions.
⭒Implementation Powerhouse
From recruitment strategies, ERP implementations to production management, I roll up my sleeves with you, from brainstorming to execution.
⭒Artist Whisperer
My Arts background allows me to translate your creative vision into reality.
As AI continues to own both the complex and simple tasks, our human element becomes more crucial, especially instilling creativity in formation, problem solving and execution. In my time dancing on stages around the world, and building organisations, I learned that the magic appears when creativity is well combined with innovation. The world is changing and applied creativity will be the differentiator.
As at times, credentials make folks more comfortable. In addition to my extensive professional experience, I am a PRINCE 2 Practioner, Certified Scrum Master and have an MBA. Hope that helps!
Trust me to cultivate and amplify your dreams, transforming them into unforgettable success.
Perimenopause Wellness & Life Coach.
I consulted with Zara to brainstorm an idea I had for my business.
She was immediately able to grasp an understanding of my bigger vision and help me structure a comprehensive plan to bring it to fruition.
In addition, she came up with additional layers that I had not even considered at that point, which would facilitate the growth and expansion of my business beyond what I had originally thought possible.
Her brain is incredible.
I highly recommend her.
Brand Manager.
IT Services and Consulting
I hired Zara to work with me on one of my biggest event projects for my organisation.
She quickly fit in - displaying exemplary organisational and communication skills.
Her ability to take on the planning, and coordination of individual projects and events proved a most valuable asset to the team, as well as to the success of the events.
I look forward to working with Zara again on future event projects.
Sales & Marketing Manager.
Video production & distribution
I've recruited through Zara twice now and on both occasions she has provided an excellent selection of candidates appropriate for the role we were recruiting for; as a result we have made two excellent additions to our team.
Zara is always highly professional, friendly and helpful and I would not hesitate to recommend her.
Finance Director.
Hyper-growth Startups
I have had the pleasure of working with Zara when the company was growing at an exponential rate. The company demanded new scalable systems that Zara did an impeccable job of implementing, some entirely from scratch! She was also entrusted with developing the team, and set up optimised systems and processes that exist to this date.
We worked together on a number of projects; I always learnt something valuable from our ventures and her solution-oriented approach, and strategic, high-level thinking helped her excel on these projects and made her a great Manager of her team.
Zara has a great passion and drive towards her work that makes her an invaluable member of any team.
Senior User Research Manager.
Healthtech startup
I had the pleasure of working with Zara. During this time Zara introduced a number of foundational processes that helped the whole organisation run more smoothly. These included introducing an accessible HR system, implementing straightforward data handling policies and practices and streamlining the day to day routines and rituals of the design studio including catering and meetings.
Zara is clearly brilliant at what she does and passionate about creating operational strategies and people processes that work for everyone.
I loved working with her and I can highly recommend her without hesitation.
Business Services
Creative Services
In Production
How It Will Work
Pricing
Pricing is based on the time required to ideate, build and deliver the work, relevant to what you need, which we will agree before work starts.
Life requires flexibility, if anything concerns you, let's talk.
Heads up! This pricing strategy is focussed on early stage startups (pre-seed / funding <£250,000), micro organisations (<10 people), individuals or SMEs (turnover of <£1M). If you meet this criteria and the cost is not accessible to you, please reach out so we can find a way.
There is different pricing for organisations that do not meet that criteria, and or clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Pricing in TTD and USD - coming soon!
Half Day
£300
4 hours per day
A half day can be used for:
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Elements of a recruitment strategy
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On demand / On going support
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Sound boarding
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Workshop development
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Workshop delivery
1 Day
£500
7 hours per day
A day can be used for:
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Creative production delivery
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Technology / system implementation
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Workflow / process audit
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Strategy / project development
Monthly
£1,900
4 days to use as you wish
Monthly is best to deliver the work that needs more time.
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Project management
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Production development & management
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Recruitment strategy development and initiation
Projects
Dependent on requirements
This option is best if you have a standalone project, where you need an extra pair of hands, with a clear end objective. The one-off fee will be based multiple factors - the estimated time, project status, responsibilities etc.
Quarterly
£5,400
12 days to use as you wish
Billed monthly
We may choose quarterly to fully realise the continuous improvement work.
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Operationalise strategy
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Technology customisation & implementation
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Business transformation
Retainers
Dependent on requirements
A 6-month or annual retainer is best if you want to work continuously with me for advisory and soundboard conversations, continuous improvement awareness or work on a multi-pronged strategy and transformation.
Shall We Have A Chat?
Sometimes, it's just easier to talk and figure out how we will work well together and help you.
Feel free to schedule a time for us to chat,
here.