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Heather Saffer

Canandaigua,NY

Summary

Transformative leadership coach with a decade of experience driving business success through strategic leadership, team empowerment, and innovative solutions. Specializing in coaching executives, entrepreneurs, and teams to unlock their full potential and achieve personal and professional growth. Adept at creating high-performance cultures, enhancing leadership capabilities, and delivering tangible results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder, G-Works

General Mills
02.2023 - Current
  • Led the creation of new business ventures by coaching teams to explore innovative market opportunities and entrepreneurial thinking
  • Utilized strategic vision and coaching to drive high-impact results and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced environment

Entrepreneur-In-Residence

Launch NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Coached startup founders on business development and leadership strategies, preparing them for investor pitches and operational scaling
  • Provided one-on-one coaching to leaders, resulting in over $1.2M in secured funding and significant business growth

SBDC Sonoma-Napa County, Solano County, Silicon Valley, CA

Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
05.2022 - Current
  • Coached small business leaders and entrepreneurs on growth strategies, leadership development, and operational efficiencies
  • Delivered workshops on pitching, leadership, and personal development, improving client pitch success rates by 30%
  • Helped clients generate a collective $525,000 in increased revenue through effective leadership and strategic guidance

Business Advisor

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center
05.2022 - Current
  • Delivered tailored leadership coaching to entrepreneurs and business leaders, increasing their leadership effectiveness and overall business performance
  • Designed and conducted workshops on leadership, communication, and personal development, resulting in improved client outcomes

Freelance Leadership Consultant

Heather Saffer Consulting
07.2019 - Current
  • Delivered executive coaching and leadership development programs to entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and small business owners
  • Empowered clients to improve their leadership skills, resulting in stronger team dynamics, higher retention, and increased profitability

Founder & CEO

Dollop Gourmet, Inc.
05.2010 - 06.2019
  • Launched a successful vegan consumer food product company and grew it to six-figure sales within two years
  • Secured distribution in 1,000+ retail stores and established an e-commerce platform, leading to a six-figure increase in revenue through strategic marketing and PR
  • Negotiated with over 40 vendors and secured placements in major retail chains, including QVC and national grocers
  • Hired, trained, and managed a high-performing team that drove consistent year-over-year profitability for ten years
  • Developed an influential media presence, leading to features on Oprah.com, Forbes, USA Today, and the Hallmark Channel
  • Secured a six-figure investment deal on ABC’s Shark Tank and won Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, boosting brand visibility and sales
  • Achieved a 40% year-over-year revenue increase through innovative product launches and strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

SUNY Brockport
Brockport, NY

Skills

  • Executive Coaching
  • Leadership Development
  • Strategic Visioning
  • Business Growth & Development
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Change Management
  • Communication & PR
  • Innovation Skills

Accomplishments

  • Coached multiple entrepreneurs and executives to secure significant funding rounds, totaling over $5.2M.
  • Helped leaders develop strategic roadmaps that resulted in a 40% increase in market share and operational efficiency improvements.
  • Guided over 50 leaders and business owners through professional growth, enhancing their leadership capabilities and emotional intelligence.
  • Spearheaded high-impact workshops and leadership training programs, contributing to client revenue growth of over $4.5M.

Awards

  • Winner, Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, 2012
  • Featured on Shark Tank for successful business pitch, 2016
  • Author, The Dollop Book of Frosting, Simon and Schuster, 2013
  • Author, Crazy Easy Vegan Desserts, Sterling Epicure, 2018
  • Amazon #1 Bestseller in Dessert Baking, 2016
  • Most Read Story of the Year, Rochester Business Journal, 2012
  • Penfield, NY Business of the Year, 2012
  • Winner, 'Funny You Should Ask' Game Show, 2018

Timeline

Co-Founder, G-Works

General Mills
02.2023 - Current

Entrepreneur-In-Residence

Launch NY
01.2023 - Current

SBDC Sonoma-Napa County, Solano County, Silicon Valley, CA

Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
05.2022 - Current

Business Advisor

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center
05.2022 - Current

Freelance Leadership Consultant

Heather Saffer Consulting
07.2019 - Current

Founder & CEO

Dollop Gourmet, Inc.
05.2010 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

SUNY Brockport

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