Best Shared Services Consulting Experts

Adam Czeczuk is the Head of Consulting Services at Think Beyond, specializing in Salesforce platform implementations across industries such as education, automotive, finance, and IT services. With over a decade of experience in business development, team leadership, and project management, Adam has a strong track record of driving business growth and delivering scalable solutions. Adam holds 15 Salesforce certifications, along with Scrum Master and ITIL Foundation. His expertise lies in aligning Salesforce solutions with business objectives, leveraging AI to enhance customer experiences, and managing complex software projects. Adam’s leadership is centered on building teams and optimizing processes to achieve long-term success.

An impassioned Career Transition Coach who spent more than 20 years working in the recruitment industry and now dedicates my focus on helping my clients navigate important career decisions. When it comes to a person’s career, everyone has a unique need or challenge, therefore, I design a bespoke solution around my clients need, applying an approach that maybe a blend of advisor, consultant, coach, and or mentor. I have collaborated with clients across all industries and job levels, from youth to graduates to executive level, providing 1:1 Career Coaching, Outplacement Support and Career Skills Development workshops. My focus is to collaborate with my clients across the following key areas: Discover, develop a plan and guide on how to execute one’s plan, imparting knowledge, providing practical advice and the necessary tools to assist in aligning to the market expectations, making the individual aware of what to expect and how to prepare for the necessary career transition. “Helping one person might not change the world, but it can change the world for one person”. This quote resonates firmly within my values, where I strive to make a positive difference everywhere possible. In addition to running Career Management Consultancy, in January 2024 I was appointed as an International Career and Transition Coach for Africa, for IMPACT Group a global coaching firm providing relocation, outplacement and leadership development programmes, where I provide career consulting to relocating spouses as well as cross-cultural and integration/transition coaching for employees and their families.

Juan Luis Garrido is a DEI Project Consultant at Center Desk Consulting whose work bridges strategy, facilitation, and communication to help organizations design more equitable, human-centered experiences. In his current role, he supports nonprofit and corporate clients in deepening their diversity, equity, and inclusion commiments through participatory methods, co-created initiatives, and systems-level thinking. With a background that spans nonprofit leadership and social impact consulting, he is known for his ability to build trust across sectors and center lived experience in meaningful, actionable ways. Juan Luis holds a Master of Design in Strategic Foresight and Innovation from OCAD University, where his graduate research explored the role of joy as a critical resource for practitioners in social change work. His work reflects a deep belief that joy, care, and imagination are not distractions from equity work, but vital components of its sustainability and impact.

I am the founder of BeastBI GmbH, a digital consultancy specializing in digital marketing. Whether it's marketing analysis, restructuring, or migration. We focus on optimize marketing budgets and improve ROIs. HubSpot and Google Ads certified and partner. With over a decade of experience across CRM, Paid Ads, SEO, (B2B) leadgen and marketing analysis, I combine technical know-how with a deep understanding of marketing & business strategy. I work and lead a remote team, scaled international campaigns. I also support companies as interim head of marketing and similar positions.

Susan Andrews is a senior HR consultant with over 30 years of experience, specializing in HR functions, employee relations, and workforce strategy. At KIS Finance, she also helps clients navigate complex financial needs. With a deep understanding of risk management, compliance, and employment law, she has worked at board level, ensuring HR strategies align with business objectives. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD), Susan’s expertise includes designing reward and development strategies, implementing GDPR compliance, and managing complex employee relations issues. Outside of work, Susan enjoys horse riding, pilates, and reading.

I’m Daniel (He/Him), and I’m the Founder of The Courage Collective. My experience includes work in Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Tech, Consulting, Education, and the Nonprofit Sector. I care deeply about humanizing the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion conversation, bringing impactful ideas to life, and creating meaningful, memorable, and transformational experiences with & for others.

I’m Cristy Verdeja Zaldívar—a strategic communications and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience transforming how brands connect, grow, and lead. As CEO of Pointe Connect, I consult for companies across industries—from nimble startups to global Fortune 500s—offering high-level strategy rooted in clarity, creativity, and results. I specialize in diagnosing challenges, crafting messaging that resonates, and building marketing and communications frameworks that drive real business impact. Known for my sharp instincts and innovative thinking, I’m the person teams call when they need to elevate their brand, reset their approach, or navigate complexity with confidence. My expertise spans corporate communications, PR, digital strategy, crisis and issues management, and multicultural marketing. I’ve advised industry giants, led global campaigns, and built cross-functional teams that deliver. I’m a bilingual storyteller (English/Spanish + conversational French) with a global mindset and a deep belief in the power of connection. Whether I’m guiding an executive team or rolling up my sleeves with a small business owner, I bring vision, structure, and momentum to every engagement.

For over 30 years, Jim has been a change agent in the nonprofit and public sectors. Just recently, he finished his 7th interim executive position. Jim was the Interim CEO of the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, a visual and performing arts center in the heart of the cultural and convention district of San Francisco. There, he helped reduce a projected $4M deficit to $600k surplus and built back trust with the staff after a major public relations crisis. Previously, Jim was the Interim CEO of Downtown Streets Team, a nonprofit rated as one of California’s top five evidence-based best practices in transitioning the homeless to self-sufficiency. Over 18 months, he turned an $800,000 deficit into a $500,000 surplus while also paying off a third of their debt. Previously, he served as the interim executive director of five other nonprofits. His additional positions include acting as the Chief Communications Officer for the American Red Cross in Colorado, the interim Chief Operating Officer for More than Me (an international nonprofit for girls in Africa), and the Chief External Relations Officer for the Minnesota Zoo. In addition to his nonprofit work, Jim is passionate about good government. Jim was the VP of Strategy at CivicMakers, a San Francisco government innovation consultancy. There, he co-facilitated a three year strategic roadmap for the City of Hayward and designed process improvements for over 40 internal procedures for the City of Berkeley. As a 2014 Humphrey School Policy Fellow, 2013 White House Innovation Fellow finalist, and winner of the 2012 Minnesota Idea Open, he has been recognized for excellence within the public sector. Jim holds a master’s degree in public policy from Duke University and a bachelor’s degree in political science and communications from the University of Pennsylvania.

I am a seasoned mental health and addiction specialist, dedicated to the field of treatment and recovery since 2015. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in clinical mental health counseling from South University in Royal Palm Beach, FL, and I am credentialed as both a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS). Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience in various areas, including psychiatric acute stabilization, psychiatric partial hospitalization, and both in-patient and out-patient substance use treatment. My journey has taken me through clinical counseling, program development, and organizational leadership. Before joining New Waters, I served as the Clinical Director at Gupta Psychiatry and Wellness in Raleigh, NC, where I helped shape a respected substance abuse partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of quality clinical programming and its impact on long-term sobriety. With a compassionate approach, I am committed to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders, guiding them toward a life free from addiction.

My name is Steven Lowell, a Reverse Recruiter and Career Coach with Find My Profession. I am in my 50's, happily married, deal with Epilepsy, and managed to find jobs in 6 industries across 4 continents, as well as traveled the United States by bus to learn more about the people in the United States. I have been on this search to discover why I exist and the true meaning of success. I am a student of life. I know more than meets the eye. I am that guy in New York City, who always gets stopped by tourists to ask for directions, but you can also drop me in any country in the world and I will look like a local. I always help others. I was born and raised a NYC-native. I love people, diversity, honesty, loyalty, and learning. I am in an interracial marriage to my wife, Wendy, since 2007. And know everything about traveling, pizza, all things technology, writing, blogging, talent sourcing, resume writing, job searching, job boards, community management, customer service, hockey, golf, teaching, and talking to people from around the world. I am not your typical, rule-following person. My career has involved thinking outside the box, traveling, getting startups off the ground, and never turning down a really good challenge. Favorite Quote: "Things get better for everybody when they get better for everybody." -Eleanor Roosevelt

Chris Sheehy is a Certified Google Ads Partner and member of Google Ads Advisors, with agency partnerships including BigCommerce, BrightLocal, SEMrush, Shopify, Squarespace, and Wix. Based in Rhode Island, he has specialized in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), digital marketing, and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising since 1997, serving small to medium-sized trade, service, manufacturing, and nonprofit organizations. Achievements: > Top-5 Startup Business in New England - Mass High Tech > Top Tech Entrepreneur - GoLocalProv > Top Web Development Firm - Providence Business News (PBN) > 5X Best Places to Work RI - PBN Educational Contributions: > Created and instructed continuing education courses in digital marketing and SEO at Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) > Served as technical and curriculum advisor for New England Tech University’s bachelor’s program in website design Media Features: Chris’s expertise has been featured on major networks such as ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC business news segments. He has been a subject of entrepreneurial studies at Columbia University and Johnson & Wales University and cited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). His published work appears in Search Engine Journal, Polaris Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) of Rhode Island, Beyond.com, MarketingProfs.com, MOPAR Masters Magazine, Rhode Island Small Business Journal, RI Creative Magazine, SocialMediaToday.com, and others. He has also been quoted or referenced by Forbes, Unkorked, Databox, and highlighted in the Wall Street Journal and Yahoo Small Business Advisor, among various trending articles on Bing, Google, and LinkedIn News. Speaking Engagements: Chris regularly speaks at academic institutions including the University of Rhode Island (graduate studies), RISD (continuing education), and New England Tech University (undergraduate and graduate studies). He has presented to professional organizations such as the American Marketing Association, Polaris MEP of Rhode Island, Sail America, SailTime Franchise, Search Engine Marketing New England, SCORE, the Small Business Administration, and various trade and business groups. Personal Interests: Outside of his professional work, Chris enjoys rebuilding muscle-car era carburetors and working on his old car in his garage. Top Skills: Executive Leadership, Operations Management, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Pay Per Click (PPC), Operational Improvement

Hailey Widrig, founder of Art Partners Advisory, is a seasoned art advisor and appraiser specializing in 20th-21st Century Fine Art and Photography. With over 15 years of experience in the art world, Hailey has analysed thousands of artworks from galleries, artists and auction houses on behalf of clients. A member of Association of Professional Art Advisors and an accredited member of the Appraisers Association of America, she provides USPAP-compliant art appraisals for insurance, donations and estates. Hailey is the only art advisor holding these qualifications in Paris, France, where she has lived since 2014. Her unique position in the art market allows her to work with private collectors and corporate clients to build and maintain some of the most significant art collections in Europe and abroad. Hailey is fluent in both English and French languages.