A dynamic and interactive speaker who inspires and equips teams, leaders, and communities with actionable insights and practical strategies.
Meet Nicole Smith: Fractional COO and Business Systems Innovator
Hello, I’m Nicole Smith, a Fractional COO with a passion for designing sustainable systems that help businesses thrive. As the Founder and Director of The Artisans Business Solutions, I bring over 20 years of experience in optimising operations and aligning teams to create scalable, efficient businesses.
My career has spanned working with global organisations such as AXA, Rothschild & Co, and Macquarie Group in London and Australia, as well as hands-on experience with Australian small businesses. This unique blend of corporate expertise and grassroots understanding allows me to deliver impactful solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes.
At the heart of my work is a commitment to creating systems that are not only effective but also align seamlessly with a company’s culture. By focusing on the people and processes that power businesses, I help leaders build stronger foundations for long-term success.
Invite Nicole Smith to your next event for an insightful dive into strategic operational excellence, where she promises to equip your audience with innovative, practical tailored solutions.
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“If you know Nicole, you know she’s sunshine in human form.”
“Nicole brought this energy to our panel event, AND she paired it with an incredibly articulate, passionate and thoughtful conversation with our community and fellow panelists. She was fully present in the conversation, so joyful to have in the room and jam-packed full of knowledge and wisdom – I highly recommend Nicole as someone who elevates a panel conversation.”
The Girls Gotta Work Business Event 2023
What I Talk About
Here are some of the topics I cover:
Strengthening Business Foundations
Building robust operational systems to support growth, scalability, and long-term success.
Structure Creates Freedom
Implementing frameworks that streamline operations and empower leadership to focus on strategic priorities.
Sustainable Work Practices
Designing operational strategies that promote efficiency, reduce overwhelm, and drive consistent results.
Connecting Your Team for Success
Identifying and addressing the gaps in collaboration to unlock your team’s full potential.
Crafting High-Impact Processes
Creating tailored processes that elevate client experiences and improve operational outcomes.
Scaling Smartly
Preparing your business for growth by aligning your systems, processes, and team for seamless expansion.
Systemising for Simplicity
Demystifying systems and providing actionable steps to streamline workflows and enhance performance.
Have a specific topic or training need? Let us tailor the content to align with your team’s objectives.
Insightful and engaging, Nicole’s interactive and informative presentations captivate audiences at both in-person and virtual events. Known for delivering actionable insights with energy and clarity, she consistently leaves a lasting impression..
Nicole is the founder of The Artisans Business Solutions and host of the Take Control With Nicole Podcast.
“Nicole was an incredible guest expert for The Seasoned Business Owners”
Nicole provided something helpful to each person no matter where their strengths were. Systems are one of those areas we can always improve on and Nicole delivered the knowledge and content in such a way that we can make it work for us and approach it in a fluid yet structured way.”
Shannon Stone | Seasons Business Owners Mastermind 2023
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Nicole’s Impact in Numbers
Supporting Small Business Communities Across Australia
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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.