STARTUP OPERATIONS

 
 

Head of Operations

Building the Foundations for Scalable Growth

About Me

Hi, I’m Francesca. I help startups like yours scale efficiently by taking care of the operational infrastructure you need to thrive. From setting up processes and tools to hiring your team, managing compliance, and handling incorporation, I’m here to ensure your operations run smoothly—so you can focus on what matters most: growing your business.

With years of experience in operations and working alongside founders, I know the challenges startups face. My goal is to build the systems, teams, and strategies that set you up for success, whether you’re launching your first product or scaling to Series A and beyond.

What I Do

I offer fractional Head of Operations services, providing startups with the expertise they need—without the cost of a full-time hire.

1. Build Your Team

  • Develop hiring strategies tailored to your growth goals.

  • Recruit and onboard key talent across departments.

  • Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and onboarding processes.

2. Set Up Your Operations

  • Implement HR, finance, legal, and operational tools and workflows.

  • Build scalable systems to support rapid growth.

  • Document policies, processes, and best practices for your team.

3. Handle Incorporation & Equity

  • Manage company incorporation in the right jurisdiction.

  • Set up equity tools like Carta or Pulley and oversee cap table management.

  • Design employee equity plans to attract and retain top talent.

4. Oversee Financial Management

  • Create budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.

  • Set up payroll, bookkeeping, and expense tracking tools.

  • Manage vendor contracts and banking relationships.

5. Ensure HR & Legal Compliance

  • Draft HR policies, contracts, and benefits packages.

  • Work with legal advisors to manage NDAs, employment agreements, and more.

  • Ensure your company is compliant with local and international regulations.

6. Build Your Network

  • Bring on advisors to fill skill gaps and provide strategic guidance.

  • Support stakeholder management, including investor and board relationships.

7. Prepare for Scale

  • Develop operational strategies for sustainable growth.

  • Set up KPIs and OKRs to track progress and performance.

  • Ensure your company is fundraising-ready with clear processes and data.

How I Work

I offer flexible, scalable solutions tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for help with a specific project, ongoing support, or interim leadership, I’ll work as an extension of your team to get the job done.

Engagement Models

  1. Project-Based: Perfect for startups needing help with specific operational projects.

  2. Retainer: Ongoing operational support to scale your business.

  3. Interim Leadership: Temporary Head of Operations support while you hire a full-time team member.

Why Work With Me?

  • Startup Expertise: I’ve helped startups build their operational foundations from scratch, ensuring long-term success.

  • Hands-On Approach: I dive in and take ownership of the details so you can focus on the big picture.

  • Scalable Systems: Everything I create is designed to grow with your business.

  • Peace of Mind: From compliance to hiring, I handle the operational complexities, so you don’t have to.

TESTIMONIALS

 

Munir Choudhry, Technical Business Analyst

I had the privilege of working under the guidance of Franki, and I can confidently say that she exemplifies outstanding leadership. Franki's ability to provide clear direction while empowering her team is truly remarkable. Throughout our time together, she consistently offered me invaluable advice, helping me to navigate complex tasks with efficiency and confidence.

Ziba Ghiyasian, DIGITAL FASHION DESIGNER

I had the pleasure of working with a manager that was both my mentor and friend. Franki Tabor is a brilliant and gifted Manager who really understands how to get the best out of people. I think the biggest strength is her brilliant ideas in fashion industry, technology and advocating the sustainability. she has an inexhaustible supply enthusiasm and support of her team. Franki is the ultimate people manager and will be an asset to any team! And I look forward in collaborating with her in the near future.

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Magali DURAND, CFO

I had the pleasure to work with Francesca at the time she newly set up her start-up venture. What impressed me the most about Fran is that she managed to recruit new contributors within a few weeks sharing her passion for technology and social entrepreneurship, and build a culture of collaboration and community very rapidly. Francesca will be an asset to any company.

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