Consulting

As an entrepreneur, intrapreneur and creative problem solver, I have a wide range of skills that could benefit your company on a short-term basis, also often referred to as a 'fractional employee'.

Fundamentally, I am a process engineer: via education and by my natural way of thinking. I have leveraged this in official process improvement roles as an internal consultant; when building new programs, departments, and teams; or as a volunteer helping small businesses solve their efficiency problems via single day sessions.

Additionally, with over a decade of people and department leadership, I am also skilled as a short-term fill-in for your critical business roles. For example, as an internal consultant at Henry Ford Health System, I served as the interim administrator for the emergency rooms at Henry Ford Hospital, handling day to day operations while a national search was ongoing to find a permanent administrator.

 Working with Paul in a more hands-on capacity brought structure and traction to my strategic thinking. We met regularly with thoughtful follow-through that kept things moving. As a tactical thinker, I like to get straight to the point, break down the solution, and put it into action. He didn’t just offer advice—he rolled up his sleeves and helped me think through the process, often prompting deeper questions and offering insightful suggestions that shaped my next steps. He challenged me to articulate my ideas, refine them, and recognize the value in things I was already doing—but hadn’t yet framed as part of a clear revenue model. I couldn't see that, but he could. I also wanted to update my business model to better adapt to future changes or anticipated shifts in the market, and we were able to do that through this work. His feedback helped me uncover new possibilities and gave me a sharper sense of direction. It elevated my thinking so I could build more strategically. That’s what truly propelled me forward. Millie Chu - Owner, Global Entrepreneurship Business Lab

To view my full background and experience, you can view my LinkedIn profile below:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pgunnels/

If you are interested, book time with me for a complimentary discussion.