summit growth strategies
Operations & People Leadership for Growing Companies
Building systems that scale and teams that perform.I help startups and venture capital firms build operational excellence and high-performing teams. With 15+ years of operations and people leadership experience, I've built systems that scale and teams that perform.
Results That Matter
- 1,093% revenue growth contribution at Inc. 5000 startup
- 350+ employees managed across 40 states
- 25% productivity increase through performance systems
- 20% improvement in management effectiveness
How I Help You Scale
Operations Leadership
Build systems that grow with your business• Process optimization and workflow design• Cross-functional team coordination• Technology stack optimization and efficiency
People Leadership
Create teams that perform at scale• Performance management systems• Leadership development programs• Remote team coordination and culture
Strategic Support
Executive partnership for sustainable growth• Fractional leadership integration• Strategic planning and execution• Performance tracking and optimization
Meet Charlee Venable
Your Operations & People Partner
With over 15 years of operations and people leadership experience, I specialize in fractional executive support for startups and venture capital firms. From scaling 350+ employees across 40 states to optimizing investment firm operations, my journey has equipped me to transform complex operational challenges into sustainable growth systems.My expertise spans operations leadership, people systems development, and strategic planning. I'm committed to delivering measurable results while partnering with leaders to help their organizations thrive through:• Operations systems that scale from startup to hypergrowth (350+ employees)• People operations built from scratch with measurable performance improvements• Fractional leadership that delivers executive-level results without executive-level cost
Why Leaders Trust Charlee Venable
Founder & CEO of Summit Growth Strategies
With over 15 years of operations and people leadership experience, I help startups and venture capital firms build scalable systems and high-performing teams. My systematic approach to both operational excellence and people development has equipped me to transform ambitious goals into measurable results across diverse industries and growth stages.My Journey So FarOperations & People Leadership:• Led operations and people systems at Inc. 5000 startup, building people operations from scratch and scaling to 350+ distributed employees across 40 states• Engineered performance systems resulting in 25% increase in productivity and 20% improvement in satisfaction• Developed and implemented management frameworks, improving team effectiveness by 20%People & Process Optimization:• Created and executed comprehensive performance improvement processes for 350+ employees• Built scalable people operations systems from the ground up, establishing frameworks and policies• Streamlined workflows and implemented tools increasing operational efficiency by 30%• Reduced onboarding time by 20% through systematic process improvementsInvestment Firm Operations:• Optimized operations for venture capital firms, supporting portfolio management and due diligence processes• Enhanced CRM and investor relations systems, resulting in improved operational efficiency• Managed community operations for executive networks, increasing engagement and strengthening relationships• Contributed to strategic decision-making processes through operational excellenceMilitary Leadership Foundation:• Managed mission-critical projects requiring precision and systematic execution for 2,000+ members• Led initiatives with 100% compliance achievement through structured leadership approaches• Improved process efficiency through systematic improvements and comprehensive documentationAreas of Expertise🎯 Strategic Planning and Implementation
⚙️ Process Design and Optimization
👥 People Operations & HR Systems
🔄 Change Management
📊 Systems Design and Analytics
🤝 Fractional Executive LeadershipThese experiences shape how I deliver systematic, people-focused solutions that drive measurable results for both startup and venture capital environments.
My Dynamic Career Path: Supporting Founders Across Industries
Building Sustainable Success TogetherEvery stage of my journey has shaped my approach to creating systems and teams that thrive. I combine structured thinking with adaptable solutions to help organizations achieve their goals through both operational excellence and people development.My Partnership ApproachI focus on understanding your unique challenges and delivering strategic solutions that create lasting impact. By bringing together operations expertise, people systems, and fractional leadership, we build foundations for sustainable growth.Why Partner With Me:• Operations & People Excellence: I transform complex operational and people challenges into clear, actionable systems using proven frameworks and data-driven insights.• Fractional Leadership Approach: From executive partnership to team optimization, I integrate seamlessly with your leadership team to deliver results without the overhead of full-time executive hiring.• Results-Focused Leadership: From improving team performance by 25% to building people operations from scratch for 350+ employees, I deliver measurable outcomes that drive both operational efficiency and people engagement.Life Outside of Work
When I'm not helping businesses thrive, I explore the Alaskan wilderness and enjoy hiking and outdoor adventures with my family. I'm an avid reader and a beginner crocheter, maintaining an active lifestyle that energizes and inspires my work.
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