Meet Your Next Trailblazing Fractional COO
Sarah Heering
20+ Years of Proven Leadership
I am a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience driving growth and operational excellence across a variety of industries.
A Passion for People and Progress
I thrive on building high-performing teams, leading innovative strategies, and scaling businesses to new heights. Purpose drives me, and I’m committed to creating lasting impact through my work.
A Proven Track Record of Success
From growing a media agency to over $10M in annual revenue to leading a plant-based protein startup, I have a proven ability to deliver transformative results.
Scaling Revenue & Operations
I successfully grew distribution to 2,300 U.S. stores—including Whole Foods and Sprouts—while increasing gross profits from 34% to 52% in just 12 months.
Organizational Development
During the pandemic, I restructured a consumer electronics startup, pivoted to an asset-light model, and secured over $3M in capital from investors.
Scaling Start-Ups
I developed a novel product-driven business, launched a successful crowdfunding campaign, expanded to 28 countries, and exited via sale after five years of growth.
Revenue Generation
I built a media agency from the ground up, scaling it from $0 to over $10M in annual revenues with a team of more than 25 rockstars.
A Few Accolades I’m Proud Of
If you’re ready to unlock your business’s full potential, I’d love to help. Let’s connect and explore how I can drive transformative results for your organization.
Steve Caplan
Founder, Principal Strategist | MessageLA
To say Sarah was instrumental in the success of my marketing and communications firm, Message, would be an understatement. She not only streamlined our operations and implemented systems that enhanced productivity and efficiency, but she was also a key strategic partner, deeply valued by our clients.
I've often told people that Sarah was the "secret sauce" to my business success. If you want to grow your business, impact lives, and have fun doing it l, there's truly no one better than Sarah.
Shona Gupta
Founder, CEO | Maharindee
I had the pleasure of getting to know Sarah over the last couple of years. Sarah is able to collaborate so effectively with leaders and teams -- she knows how to harness their true potential. Sarah draws on her deep-rooted entrepreneurial experience, her media-agency background, and more. She also has a no-fuss, let's get this done attitude, which I embrace! As an advisor to me, we would brainstorm complex situations and creative approaches to tackle... She comes to the table with a plethora of creative ideas.
Sarah is truly a role model for both entrepreneurs and individuals looking to make a difference in their organizations. She is also just a kind and lovely human being -- I'm grateful for the time I spent with Sarah. I know she will add HUGE value to any organization or individual who is looking to reach new heights!
Kellie-Rae Hautala
Creative Director | BUGATTI Eyewear Collection
Creative Director | BUGATTI Eyewear Collection
Sarah Heering is one of the best COO’s with whom I have had the pleasure of working. During my time designing for Muzik, Sarah was pivotal to bringing the product to market. She oversaw every aspect of the company, from product development to marketing strategy and was essential to the brand’s growth.
Aside from her exceptional leadership skills and high level vision, she brought the company to a new level with her collaborative attitude, transparent approach and willingness to resolve any issue with efficacy. Sarah will be a treasured asset to any team that is lucky enough to have her as their leader
Aside from her exceptional leadership skills and high level vision, she brought the company to a new level with her collaborative attitude, transparent approach and willingness to resolve any issue with efficacy. Sarah will be a treasured asset to any team that is lucky enough to have her as their leader
Angel Anderson
VP, Product Design | Science
VP, Product Design | Science
It is my great pleasure to recommend Sarah Heering as an exceptional business partner and problem solver. I had the privilege of co-founding NailSnaps with Sarah, and I can attest that her grit and determination were instrumental in turning our startup into a successful venture. Sarah is a catalyst for innovation!
Sarah has a natural talent for identifying and resolving complex problems. Whether it was finding the right suppliers, optimizing production processes, or developing new marketing strategies, she always approached each challenge with creativity and perseverance. Working alongside her feels like having nitro in the gas tank! Her ability to think outside the box and find innovative solutions was an invaluable asset to our company, and know that she will bring the same level of excellence to any future projects.
One of the most impressive qualities that Sarah possesses is her unwavering determination and her ability to rally a team toward a shared goal. She never shies away from a challenge, and her work ethic is unparalleled. She approaches every task with a laser-focused determination that is truly inspiring.
In addition to her problem-solving skills and determination, Sarah is an excellent communicator and collaborator. She brought a sense of fun to the trials and tribulations of startup life. Her ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with our team and our partners was key to our success at NailSnaps. She is an exceptional individual with outstanding problem-solving skills, grit, and determination. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with her would benefit from her can-do attitude and tireless work ethic.
Sarah has a natural talent for identifying and resolving complex problems. Whether it was finding the right suppliers, optimizing production processes, or developing new marketing strategies, she always approached each challenge with creativity and perseverance. Working alongside her feels like having nitro in the gas tank! Her ability to think outside the box and find innovative solutions was an invaluable asset to our company, and know that she will bring the same level of excellence to any future projects.
One of the most impressive qualities that Sarah possesses is her unwavering determination and her ability to rally a team toward a shared goal. She never shies away from a challenge, and her work ethic is unparalleled. She approaches every task with a laser-focused determination that is truly inspiring.
In addition to her problem-solving skills and determination, Sarah is an excellent communicator and collaborator. She brought a sense of fun to the trials and tribulations of startup life. Her ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with our team and our partners was key to our success at NailSnaps. She is an exceptional individual with outstanding problem-solving skills, grit, and determination. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with her would benefit from her can-do attitude and tireless work ethic.
Luka Erceg, JD, LLM, MBA, CIRA, CTP, CPFA
Managing Director | Dynamique Financial, LLC
Sarah is a consummate corporate communications professional with tremendous capabilities in operations. Her ability to distill company strategies and goals, and disseminate them through organizations in a manner that yield successful implementation repeatedly is amazing.
It is always a pleasure to engage with top-notch professionals that anticipate needs and execute continuously and flawlessly. I would support a recommendation of Sarah to any organization wanting to execute on goals and growth.
It is always a pleasure to engage with top-notch professionals that anticipate needs and execute continuously and flawlessly. I would support a recommendation of Sarah to any organization wanting to execute on goals and growth.
Juliana Wise, MBA, PMP
Senior Program Manager - Marketing & Operations | SEPHORA
I worked under Sarah’s leadership for a little under a year and learned so much from her in that time. Sarah is an incredible, transparent, resourceful and supportive leader who was truly always there for the entire team. Her way of taking me along with her on the journey to learn along the way - even in the most difficult times - is something I will never forget.
I highly recommend Sarah as a leader for any organization and as a boss, should you be lucky enough to work for her.
I highly recommend Sarah as a leader for any organization and as a boss, should you be lucky enough to work for her.
Jenna Barrott
Communications Manager | Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Communications Manager | Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Sarah is the leader we all wish we got to work with. I’ve yet to come across someone who balances the art of being a pragmatic, driven and yet an empathetic leader the way Sarah does. Not only is she an expert at the work she does, but she also knows how to bring out the best and the talents of the people around her. Any business would be lucky to have her at its helm.
Patrick Mahoney
Owner | UPTHOUGHT
Sarah has an uncanny ability to integrate creative marketing and new age technology.
Catherine Williams
Account Manager | Regent Surgical Health
I have had the great pleasure of working with Sarah at multiple companies. I first encountered Sarah when I was working in the Social Media agency world. She was one of my clients and was fantastic to work with. She helped relay all relevant information to help me provide the best content for her company. She set me and my team up for success by consistently communicating all facets of what was going on with the business and its endeavors.
I've worked with her in a few other capacities since then and it has always been such a joy. I would highly recommend her for anything she sets her mind to. She is truly the best person inside and out. She genuinely cares about not only the company she is working for but the people who are working for her.
I would work for her in any capacity over and over again. She would be a benefit to any organization.
I've worked with her in a few other capacities since then and it has always been such a joy. I would highly recommend her for anything she sets her mind to. She is truly the best person inside and out. She genuinely cares about not only the company she is working for but the people who are working for her.
I would work for her in any capacity over and over again. She would be a benefit to any organization.
Kelly Nakawatase
Staff User Experience Designer | WorldPay
I had the pleasure of working under Sarah as part of the NailSnaps team early in my career. I can say without a doubt that she is supportive, strategic, resourceful, personable, and all the things you would want a leader to be. Her ability to communicate and network for the sake of the business is a superpower unto itself. She's also just incredibly fun to work with, and the working environment and culture she helped create is one of the reasons why I'd wake up excited to go to work in the morning.
I wholeheartedly recommend her for any leadership position.
I wholeheartedly recommend her for any leadership position.
Michelle Calloway
Founder, Creative Director | Omí Creative
I’ve collaborated and worked with Sarah on a number of technology start-up projects. She is a pleasure to work with, and is not only incredibly driven but also extremely passionate about every project she touches.
Sarah understands the big picture and is very adept at solving any issues and making sure her teams have what they need in order to succeed. She leads in a deliberate but approachable way and I was honored to work with her not once but twice!
Sarah understands the big picture and is very adept at solving any issues and making sure her teams have what they need in order to succeed. She leads in a deliberate but approachable way and I was honored to work with her not once but twice!