About SmartStart:

You’re a Startup executive. . . You had a great idea, that idea took off, and now you’ve got a thousand plates spinning in the air to make that idea happen. Keeping all those plates spinning is taking your focus off your big idea, which was the whole reason you embarked on this Startup journey to begin with.

That must be pretty frustrating- knowing the exhilaration of a great idea taking flight, only to be bogged down by the multitude of operational plates spinning overhead; your focus diverted from the very essence of your entrepreneurial dream. This is a major growing pain of most Startups.

Enter the SmartStart solution: Executive Business Support infused with Fortune100 expertise, uniquely tailored to your startup's needs. We understand the growing pains of startups: the delicate balance between needing assistance and navigating budget constraints. SmartStart offers a lifeline, delivering unparalleled support through our innovative monthly subscription pricing model.

Distinguishing ourselves from typical Executive Assistant staffing, SmartStart engages directly with you. No convoluted third-party agencies, no recycled job descriptions. Instead, we collaboratively design a customized support-subscription aligned precisely with your business needs, and scale with you as your needs develop and grow. Forget about the 30% mark-up fees imposed by agencies – with SmartStart, you pay for tailored services only, no hidden costs or rigid terms.

SmartStart demystifies administrative support, providing clear guidelines on maximizing your subscription resources. Unsure about utilizing an Executive Business Partner? No worries – we guide you on optimizing your subscription to efficiently scale your business.

SmartStart's flexibility is unmatched, offering various upgrades to personalize your support-subscription. From having lunch delivered to your front door daily to intricate payroll assistance – we have the upgrades to suit your evolving needs! Have a need but don’t see it on our services list? Don’t worry, we’re always happy to add it!

Recognizing that startups will eventually mature into established companies, SmartStart doesn't claim to be your perpetual solution. When the time comes for a full-time Executive Business Partner, we've got you covered. Our built-in offboarding plan handles recruiting, screening, interviewing, and training – ensuring a seamless transition from SmartStart to your in-house team, so that you don’t just start smart, but finish well, too.

About the Founder:

Hey there! I'm Nat, the brains behind SmartStart Executive Business Partners!

In my journey as a Career EA, I've supported a diverse range of executives – from steering academic startups with modest budgets to propelling billion-dollar Fortune 100 product teams. But my heart has always belonged to Startups.

Come March 2023, like many, I found myself navigating the aftermath of tech layoffs, contemplating my next move. I was hesitant to jump back into the Big Tech life, but the recurring theme from Startups was clear: "We need your help desperately, but a full-time hire is beyond our budget."

A lightbulb moment hit me – there's a real pain point for growing executives caught in the gap of needing support but not affording a full-time hire. Surprisingly, a solution to this pain point was scarce.

Jobless and surrounded by executives juggling makeshift solutions, I pondered, "Can I fix this myself?!"

And so, SmartStart was born!

This venture seamlessly blends my passion for startups and entrepreneurial spirit with the practical excellence honed during my tenure in Big Tech. Executive Business Partners are the unsung heroes for executives, often overlooked due to budget constraints. I'm thrilled to make these game-changing hires accessible to deserving executives everywhere.

I can't wait to team up with you and provide your outstanding business with our exceptional support.

Cheers, Nat