AI Powered, Human-Centered Growth

 Transforming operations for government contractors, corporations, and nonprofits with methodologies built from 30+ years leading $30M+ organizations. 

The Short Story 

Andrea N. Grant is not just an operations consultant—she's a framework creator. With six proprietary methodologies developed over three decades of executive leadership, she brings battle-tested systems to every engagement.

As Fractional COO, Andrea partners with organizations that need senior operations leadership without the full-time executive price tag. Her clients include federal agencies like OPM and USDA, defense contractors like BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin, Fortune 500 companies like Kraft Heinz, and mission-driven nonprofits like United Way.

The difference? While other consultants offer advice, Andrea delivers frameworks—repeatable systems that transform how organizations make decisions, run meetings, close deals, and scale operations.

Proprietary Frameworks That Drive Results

1. GRANT™ Framework Signature Operational Transformation System

The GRANT™ Framework is Andrea's flagship methodology for comprehensive operational overhaul:

● Gap Analysis — Identify what's broken

● Realignment Strategy — Design the fix

● Action Planning — Map the execution

● New Process Implementation — Deploy changes

● Transformation Metrics — Measure success

Deployed at: Challenger Gray & Christmas, CHC: Creating Healthier Communities, L&L Trucking, Unique Transport 2

2. Decision Velocity Framework™ Cut Decision Time by 70%+

Most organizations suffer from decision paralysis. The Decision Velocity Framework™ uses the DACI model (Driver, Approver, Contributors, Informed) to eliminate bottlenecks and accelerate execution.

Result: Clients report 70%+ faster decision-making within 90 days.

3. Meeting Efficiency Framework™ Reclaim 25-35% of Your Team's Time

Inspired by Amazon's meeting principles, this framework eliminates unproductive meetings, restructures necessary ones, and gives your team hours back every week.

Result: Organizations typically recover 25-35% of time previously lost to ineffective meetings.

4. Convert, Expand, Retain (CER)™ The Sales Methodology Andrea Has Taught for Nearly 20 Years

CER™ isn't about chasing new clients—it's about maximizing the value of relationships you already have. This framework has helped build million-dollar pipelines and is taught at NMSDC, Minority GovCon, and SCORE.

"One of the most practical sales frameworks I've ever learned." — Workshop Attendee

5. Ask & Offer℠ Negotiation That Creates Value for Both Sides

Whether negotiating contracts, salaries, or partnerships, Ask & Offer℠ teaches professionals to advocate for their worthwhile building stronger relationships. Taught at NMSDC, Minority GovCon, and SCORE

6. Engagement Consulting Framework The 5-Phase Client Delivery System

Every client engagement follows a proven path:

1. Assess — Understand the current state

2. Design — Create the transformation plan

3. Execute — Implement changes

4. Align — Ensure organizational buy-in

5. Sustain — Build systems that last

Who Andrea Serves

Clients Who Trust Andrea's Frameworks

Government Contractors Federal, state, and local government contractors turn to Andrea for operational excellence that meets compliance requirements while driving efficiency. Clients include OPM, USDA, BAE Systems, and Lockheed Martin.

Corporations From Fortune 500 enterprises like Kraft Heinz to growth-stage companies like Expion Health, Andrea helps corporate leaders streamline operations and implement AI responsibly.

Nonprofits Mission-driven organizations like United Way partner with Andrea to maximize impact with limited resources, bringing corporate-level operations expertise to the social sector.

Background & Credentials

Certifications:

● Strategic AI Leadership in Business — Hacking HR

● Certified Diversity Supplier Professional (CDSP)

● SWaM Certified (Small, Women, and Minority-Owned Business)

Board Service:

● NAAAHR (National Association of African Americans in Human Resources)

● Maryland SHRM State Council

● HRLA (Human Resources Leadership Association)

● Fredericksburg SHRM (Current)

● COO Forum Member

Recognition:

● Black Leaders Worldwide Top Leader 2025

● Featured in MSN, ValiantCEO, and C-Suite Brief

Teaching: Andrea regularly teaches her CER™ and Ask & Offer℠ methodologies at:

● NMSDC (National Minority Supplier Development Council)

● Minority GovCon

● SCORE

Let's Talk

If your organization needs senior operations leadership—without the full-time executive commitment—let's explore whether a Fractional COO engagement makes sense.

Or connect with Andrea:

● LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-n-grant/ 

● YouTube: Grant Consulting Group LLC

● Community: Join 100+ professionals in the Grant Consulting Group Skool community