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To hell with corporate MBA backgrounds — they produce rigid thinking and one-size-fits-all operating systems.

Your problems are your own.

Therefore, they require an organic framework unique to you. That’s what you get with me, a former researcher with a background in marine science & oceanography. (How many other COOs can say that?)

Everyone who runs a small-to-medium-sized business has the same complaint: between hiring, training, payroll, bookkeeping, customer service, operations, and putting out fires, there aren’t enough hours in the day to just… think.

·      Think creatively.

·      Think about innovation.

·      Think about scaling.

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You’re in reactive mode:

·      You’re too focused on daily minutia.

·      You have too much busy work.

·      You lack organization.

You need a partner and implementor, someone to systemize your processes yesterday — so you can think today.

You’re the Visionary. I’m your Integrator.

Kate Lingoni - CEO

Kate Lingoni, fractional COO, wearing a brown blouse, standing against a light-colored wall with arms crossed.

I am a Type-A organizational ninja who can wrangle your ideas and any chaos you’re experiencing into a structure with tasks your team can easily manage.

Yes, my background is in science, having earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Louisiana State University (LSU) -Baton Rouge. I spent ten years working in labs, facilities and research vessels in several branches of natural science, from coastal plant ecology and aquaculture to environmental science and oceanography, before taking a hiatus to raise my son.

Later, I moved into the commercial sector, founding Say What Marketing in Baton Rouge before moving to New Orleans in 2021, renaming my business BonBon Strategic, and pivoting into full-time operations.

I am a down-to-earth, no-B.S. individual. I love collaborating with creative entrepreneurs who want more out of life. I believe in personal responsibility, thoroughness, and clear communication, all of which are essential in today’s business climate. Curious if we would be a good personality fit? Click here to learn more.

Our Team

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    Rafael Almeida

    OPERATIONS PROJECT MANAGER

    Rafael is our go-to wizard for all things AI and automation. He's passionate about streamlining processes and finding innovative tech solutions that keep BonBon Strategic ahead of the curve. With a knack for problem-solving and a love for efficiency, Rafael ensures our operations run like a well-oiled machine.​

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    Joselle Amistad

    ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

    Joselle is the backbone of our day-to-day operations, juggling everything from LinkedIn outreach and messaging to content creation, documentation, and research. Her proactive approach and can-do attitude mean she’s always on top of tasks, keeping the team organized and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

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