Katharina Benzing

Storytime! Hey fellow traveler...

Nice to meet you, I'm Kat!

I’m orignially from Germany, 41 years old and a Fractional Executive Operations Manager, strategic right-hand, and trusted behind-the-scenes problem solver. 

In short—for 20 years now (geez, where has the time gone?), I've loved being the go-to Operations expert that busy leaders depend on! 
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Your business is growing, but so are the demands on your time

Leadership meetings pile up, projects stall, and what once worked smoothly now feels inefficient. You need structure, clarity, and execution—but without the cost and complexity of a full-time hire. That's where I come in.

I help high-performing leaders and growing businesses streamline operations, optimize execution, and reclaim valuable time. With 20 years of experience as a Silicon Valley expat, Senior C-Suite Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, and Operations Manager turned solopreneur, I bring a unique mix of corporate expertise and entrepreneurial agility to the table as well as experience in multiple industries.

I don’t just advise—I execute. Whether it’s helping you with strategic projects, refining your leadership workflows, or designing systems that drive efficiency in your business and free up your time, I’m your trusted right-hand partner in keeping your business running smoothly.

Having navigated my own major life and career pivots—including overcoming burnout, launching my own business, and moving countries multiple times—I understand what it takes to rebuild and redefine success. I bring a blend of strategic insight and hands-on experience to the table to help you scale without sacrificing your own time or well-being.

Let’s turn your operations into a powerful engine for growth, so you can focus on the work that truly moves the needle.

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start operating at your highest level, let’s talk and make some bold moves together.
A few facts about me...
# of countries visited for work
35+ countries
# of countries lived in
5 countries
Access to Executive calendars
500+ calendars
# of years in business
5  years
# of years experience in Operations
20 years
# of CEOs worked for fulltime
11 CEOs

...and some salty ones you probably shouldn't know about me

I've never listened to a podcast in my life
I am terrible at remembering names the first time around
I found out my dad was Italian through a just for fun genetics test
I had my first own shoebox of an apartment at the age of 15 (yep, all by myself)

Meet the team

Had anyone ever told me (a dog person, mind you) that I would have not one but two furry team members of the feline variety one day, "rofl" would have gotten a new meaning in the dictionary.

But as life makes its point again - you never know what's coming! These two dumpster rescues traveled from California to Germany with me and are now a solid part of the home office.
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Cassiopeia
CHO | Chief Happiness Officer
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Andromeda
CVC | Chief Video Call Crasher
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Where do I live now?

In 2024 and at 40 years old, I was ready for another bold fresh start - I packed my bags, waved goodbye to Germany, and relocated my business and myself to the sunny, stunning shores of
Lagos in Portugal's gorgeous Algarve!
No regrets—just sunshine, a healthy lifestyle, and the best decision I’ve ever made!

"Your time and health aren’t just assets—they’re everything.
Let’s protect them."

Optimized Operations | Protected Time | Sustainable Success

Fractional Executive Operations Management

Partnering with CEOs, Founders, Entrepreneurs & Consultancies

I'll be your secret weapon behind the scenes, helping you to run your business operations and projects successfully. Save your own valuable time for the actual needle movers in your business!

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