Build Proactive Systems. Deliver Resilient Projects.

You know that feeling when everything is booming—but behind the scenes it's all duct tape and prayers? The Viernes Collective helps fast-growing businesses avoid tripping over their success by building or improving their operational scaffolding necessary for growth. We bring structure, tools, and strategic foresight to support expansion—without the burnout.

Think of us as flame retardant first, fire extinguisher when needed. We set up projects and operations for success from the absolute start, build lean systems that grow with you, and stop problems before they start.

Whether you're scaling rapidly or drowning in "we've always done it this way" inefficiencies, we deliver targeted fixes that save time, money, and sanity. Because the best operational headaches are the ones you never get.

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Construction safety equipment and operational excellence

Why Viernes?

"Viernes" means Friday in Spanish—a nod to the emotional relief of project completion and the global fluency embedded in the brand. Friday signals arrival. Completion. Exhale.

Tropical beach with hammock - the Friday feeling

We Don't Just Help You Survive, We Help You Scale.

The Viernes Collective is a consultancy built for fast-moving businesses that feel the friction of growth. Whether you're juggling permits, struggling with inefficient systems, or scaling a team that's stretched too thin—we step in to steady the course. We go beyond internal ops. Our work also extends to the front lines—streamlining the backend of sales and marketing so you can generate more business seamlessly. When the client pipeline grows, we make sure your systems and people can expand with it. With a rare blend of operational clarity and strategic execution, we bring systems, structure, and smart tools that support growth at every stage.

The Viernes Impact

Our flexible, fractional model gives you high-level expertise without the overhead of a full-time hire. We're the calm that relieves the chaos. The scaffolding behind your next phase. The Friday feeling—delivered midweek.

250+
Brands and Product Launches
~45-day
Recovery Time for Project Turnaround
35%
Avg. Efficiency Gain

Our Services

Fractional Project & COO Optimization

The Problem: Rapid growth adds complexity, but disjointed workflows and limited leadership bandwidth stall progress and drain profit.
The Solution: Fractional COOs embed with your team, translating vision into executable roadmaps while tightening every process and system behind the scenes.
What You Get:
  • Executive planning & risk forecasts that protect cash and momentum
  • Cross‑functional decision clearing so teams move faster
  • Mentorship that builds internal successors before we step back
  • Lean workflow audits that expose hidden capacity and compliance gaps
  • Micro‑tools that automate data flow and surface real‑time insights
Perfect For: Organizations that need high‑horsepower leadership and sharper operations without adding full‑time overhead.

PMO Advisory

The Problem: Processes that worked at 10 people buckle at 50, while heavy enterprise tools feel like overkill.
The Solution: PMO‑CP strategists craft lean governance that scales with growth and preserves agility.
What You Get:
  • Right‑sized PMO playbooks & metrics that drive behavior
  • Portfolio prioritization tied directly to revenue goals
  • Capacity planning & executive reporting for predictable delivery
  • Investor‑grade forecasts that answer tough board questions
  • Built on an established, proven PMO framework validated across industries
Perfect For: Organizations seeking scalable structure without stifling creativity.

Project Leadership Mentoring & Coaching

The Problem: Certification alone does not create leaders. Project managers plateau, stakeholder trust wavers, and delivery quality suffers.
The Solution: Veteran executives and PMI educators mentor your talent through hands‑on coaching, live project shadowing, and tailored playbooks that turn managers into confident project leaders.
What You Get:
  • One‑on‑one and cohort coaching from PMP, PMO‑CP, ESG, and industry specialists
  • Leadership frameworks tested in energy, renewables, textiles, and infrastructure projects
  • Soft‑skill training that boosts stakeholder engagement across remote and multicultural teams
  • Practical labs and shadow sessions on active initiatives for immediate application
  • Progress metrics and 360‑degree feedback that track growth and succession readiness
Perfect For: Organizations investing in the next generation of project leaders or needing a rapid uplift in leadership capability.

Advanced Agile Tools

The Problem: Manual workflows drag down speed and innovation.
The Solution: Micro automations plus AR, drones, and robotics technology trim overhead while unlocking new data.
What You Get:
  • Workflow tools that erase repetitive tasks in days
  • AR & drone insights for remote visualization and inspections
  • Modular tech stack that expands without ripping out what works
Perfect For: Operators ready to turn emerging tech into a competitive edge.

Business Development

The Problem: Lead flow feels random, and sales forecasts are optimistic guesses.
The Solution: We align marketing, sales, and rev‑ops so pipelines become predictable and growth compounds.
What You Get:
  • ICP targeting & GTM roadmaps rooted in data
  • Enablement assets and CRM flows that speed deal velocity
  • Dashboards and partner channels that turn wins into a rhythm
Perfect For: Companies ready to make revenue rhythmic rather than reactive.

Project Rescue & Prevention

The Problem: Projects derail, deadlines slip, and stakeholder confidence tanks.
The Solution: Certified are employed on‑site, stabilize schedules, and install guardrails that keep chaos from returning.
What You Get:
  • Rapid schedule & budget triage with real‑time health dashboards
  • Crisis protocols that convert confusion into clear next steps
  • Knowledge transfer so the team can run steady after we exit
Perfect For: Teams under critical deadlines or projects drifting off course.

Our Process

"Seriously, who wants another user manual?"

Perhaps you're already drowning in tools and systems. Our streamlined approach doesn't pile on more software—it bridges the ones you already have, less confusion, less learning curve, and fewer headaches.

We help you see what's in your toolbox already, not sell you a bigger toolbox.

1

Discovery & Fit

We start by identifying your pressure points—whether it's operational overload, lack of systems, or delivery bottlenecks. This phase is about understanding what's blocking your growth and whether we're the right partner to help.

2

Strategy & Foundation

We lay the groundwork for scalable growth. This means building lean systems, aligning around focus, and addressing the funky silos they become clients. We get clarity and control, not just a quick fix.

3

Smart Solutions & Tools

We create simple but powerful tools that fix specific problems—think custom automations, tracking dashboards, or workflow bridges. It's tech that fits like a glove, not a straitjacket.

4

Implementation & Support

We integrate improvements into your workflow, train your team, and ensure systems actually stick. We're not just consultants—we're hands-on problem solvers.

5

Ongoing Optimization

Growth is dynamic, and so are we. We install results, refine processes, and stay flexible so your business never outgrows your systems.

Our Team

Projects and companies don't run themselves. People Do. Meet the Viernes Difference

Cross-Industry Fluency

CONSTRUCTION • MANUFACTURING • E-COMMERCE • TECHNOLOGY • WHOLESALE/RETAIL • LOGISTICS • CREATIVE/MEDIA • OIL • GAS • RENEWABLES • IMPORT/EXPORT & GLOBAL PROCUREMENT EXPERTISE FOR COMPLEX SUPPLY CHAINS

Conversations in 12+ Languages

ENGLISH (NATIVE) • FRENCH • SPANISH • PORTUGUESE • ITALIAN • VIETNAMESE • MANDARIN • INDONESIAN • HINDI • GERMAN • URDU • ARABIC

Proven Certifications & Credentials

300+ COMBINED CREDENTIALS—FROM PMP, PMO-CP, CISSP, FEMA- AND FAA-APPROVED CERTIFICATIONS, AND ACTIVE GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCES TO SIX SIGMA AND LEED—PLUS MILITARY VETERANS—SO GOVERNANCE, SECURITY, AND SUSTAINABILITY ARE BAKED IN, NOT BOLTED ON.

Local Presence, Global Reach

TEAMS HAVE LED PROJECTS ON SIX CONTINENTS, EMBEDDING ON-SITE WITH CREWS FROM HOUSTON REFINERIES TO JAKARTA PORTS—BRIDGING TIME ZONES, CULTURES, AND COMPLIANCE WITH EASE.

Tech & Sustainability DNA

FROM DRONE-BASED INSPECTIONS THAT CUT CARBON-HEAVY TRAVEL BY 40 PERCENT TO AI-POWERED FORECASTING THAT SLASHES BUDGET OVERRUNS, INNOVATION AND ESG AREN'T ADD-ONS—THEY'RE IN EVERY STATEMENT OF WORK.

Embedded Leadership

OUR FRACTIONAL COOS AND PMPS WORK SHOULDER TO SHOULDER WITH YOUR TEAM, MAKING REAL-TIME DECISIONS RIGHT ON-SITE.

Word On the Street

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what our clients say about working with us.

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"They provided excellent insights and marketing/merchandising suggestions both on a regional and national level that increased category sales and profits in my channel."

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Mitchell Winick
Senior Regional Merchandising Director, Walgreens
in
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"Tia has superb Project Management skills and she also has an exemplary background in operations, able to transform organizations into cutting edge revenue generating entities... She is a major influencer and I have come to rely on her marketing instincts."

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Dr. Elwanda Bennett
VP Professional Development, PMI-Houston
in
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"...An asset to any business model/channel that picks her up. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions."

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Bryan Crisfield
CEO, Crislu Corp
in
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"Tia is an excellent project manager with strengths in communication, professionalism, attention to detail, and assured follow-up."

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Ron Kesterke
Global Key Account Manager, BASF Corporation
in
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"I had the opportunity to work with Tia in PMI Houston, where her exceptional strategic thinking, innovative approach, and versatility were clear. She consistently demonstrated the ability to drive successful implementations and enhance operational efficiencies."

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Aurelien Mangano
CEO and Career Coach, DevelUpLeaders
in
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"Tia is always the smartest cookie in the room."

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Michael Katz
Owner, Matisse Footwear
in
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"Leader and team player. Great at processes and procedures but also scrappy when called for. Decisive but malleable, Quick thinking and also thoughtful. Someone you should hire."

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Andrea Hoffman
DVN Vice President, DTC-Digital Operations, Globe Life And Accident Insurance Company
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