Paige McKinney
Los Angeles
Summary
Strategic Operations Executive known for delivering exceptional service, fostering collaboration, and aligning with key business objectives. Proven ability to attract top talent, streamline processes, and drive operational excellence with strong financial planning and strategic insight.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS & FINANCE
Jeremiah Brent Enterprises
New York
10.2025 - Current
- Led all financial teams, operations teams, accounting teams, HR teams, and consultants to strategically scale AD100 design firm and product teams with global footprint, growing a team from 5 to 40 and 6x profitability with $15 million+ in revenue.
- Ensured financial stewardship and confidentiality of business decisions; coordinated with external auditors to maintain robust controls and management of 13 week cash flow and P+L management for each business.
- Managed daily operations across three distinct businesses, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Directed business development initiatives for new clientele through budget forecasting, financial modeling, and cash and liquidity management.
- Developed 40 person team for unprecedented global clientele, working with the client team and internal staff to create new merchandising processes, legal contracts, warehousing, VAT consultancy and tax strategies.
- Mitigated compliance risks and stabilized business operations by collaborating with legal teams on contract executions and development.
VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS
Jeremiah Brent Enterprises
New York
12.2023 - 10.2025
- Directly reported to Founder and CEO, Jeremiah Brent, in operating all (3) of his businesses: Jeremiah Brent Design, Jeremiah Brent Entertainment and Atrio Home. Led investor relations for Atrio Home's first Series A.
- Directed Principals' personal operations and financial teams for international family office and real estate portfolio.
- Recruited, developed, and led a skilled team, maintaining high professional standards and practices for UHNW clientele while scaling the design firm.
- Organized and executed special projects, TV production, partnerships, and endorsements, developed project plans, allocated resources, and managed teams to achieve successful outcomes.
- Promoted open communication with principal, established clear goals for staff, and fostered a high-performance, collaborative work environment.
- Cultivated relationships with consultants, third-party contractors, vendors, and clients to enhance service delivery and advocate for principals' interests.
- Managed legal compliance and contract negotiations for various projects.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Jeremiah Brent Design
New York
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Established internal and external infrastructure and business foundations that enabled new project generation, streamlined operations, and facilitated talent acquisition to expand Jeremiah's global design footprint.
- Created infrastructure and oversaw project management, negotiations, and legal agreements for high-profile clientele, including A-list celebrities and influential families.
- Secure press in top publications such as AD, Elle Decor, Wallpaper, and gain the accolade of AD100 and Elle Decor 's A List.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION
The Syndicate Society
Austin
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed $3 million in client budgets and scope of work, developing project proposals, contracts, and vendor agreements to support organizational objectives.
- Cultivated relationships with clientele and vendors nationwide to deliver seamless event experiences for artists and organizations including Katy Perry, Kenny Chesney, Maroon 5, Leadercast, Roam Innovative Workplaces, and the CMT Music Awards.
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured efficient workflow across departments.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance productivity and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational goals with organizational objectives.
DIRECTOR OF BRAND STRATEGY
Thirty7Degrees
Austin
09.2016 - 06.2017
SOCIAL MEDIA ASSOCIATE
Forbes Media
Austin
05.2015 - 09.2016
Education
B.S. - Public Relations
University of Texas at Austin
Business Foundations Certification -
Skills
- Financial modeling
- PL management
- Contract negotiation
- Cash flow management
- Compliance management
- Strategic planning
Timeline
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS & FINANCE
Jeremiah Brent Enterprises
10.2025 - Current
VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS
Jeremiah Brent Enterprises
12.2023 - 10.2025
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Jeremiah Brent Design
08.2019 - 12.2023
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION
The Syndicate Society
07.2017 - 08.2019
DIRECTOR OF BRAND STRATEGY
Thirty7Degrees
09.2016 - 06.2017
SOCIAL MEDIA ASSOCIATE
Forbes Media
05.2015 - 09.2016
B.S. - Public Relations
University of Texas at Austin