About Me

If you're running a growing business and it feels like the wheels are starting to wobble - you're in the right place.

Maybe decisions are taking too long or you're losing good people and you're not sure why. Maybe you've hit a stage where the systems that got you this far are now holding you back.

I'm Michelle Sadden, and I work with small to mid-size businesses as a Fractional COO - stepping in as a senior operational partner without the overhead of a full-time hire.

I've spent over 20 years on the inside of complex organizations - Bennett Jones LLP, Miller Thomson LLP, Brookfield Properties, the University of Calgary, Starbucks, and others - building the people systems, operational infrastructure, and communication frameworks that let businesses run with clarity.

That experience is what I bring to your business.

I'm based in Calgary and work with Canadian businesses across the country, primarily in professional services: engineering firms, law practices, consulting companies, and oil and gas. 

I know from years of experience, that building an intentional foundation allows businesses to scale with significantly less stress and risk.

If you're ready to stop managing around the gaps and start building something that scales, I'd love to learn more about your business.

My approach is straightforward: practical, people-centred, and grounded in real-world experience. I take the time to understand your business, your goals, and where you are right now - then build solutions that work today and scale with you tomorrow.