Lena's Brain Trust helps small businesses and startups get their ducks in a row — strategy, operations, and team dynamics made simple and (dare we say) fun.
No boring corporate jargon. No stiff consultants. Just your go-to pal who's genuinely got your back.
Three ways Lena's Brain Trust gets your business unstuck and moving forward — fast.
Feeling lost in the weeds? We map out a clear, honest game plan for where your business is headed and exactly how to get there. No fluff, just a real roadmap you'll actually use.
From $497
When your day-to-day feels like organized chaos, we roll up our sleeves together. We tighten up processes, fix the bottlenecks, and help your team run like a well-oiled, happy machine.
From $697
Teams get stuck, too. We dig into the dynamics, communication gaps, and leadership blind spots so your crew can actually enjoy working together — and perform like it.
From $597
I started Lena's Brain Trust because I kept seeing the same thing over and over: brilliant founders and managers spinning their wheels, not because they lacked talent, but because they needed a thinking partner. Someone outside the bubble who could see the forest AND the trees. That someone is me.
Based right here in Austin, TX, I've spent years working alongside small businesses and startups at every stage — from "we just had an idea" to "we're scaling fast and everything feels sideways." My sweet spot is turning messy situations into clear, doable paths forward without drowning anyone in fancy terms or complicated frameworks.
At Lena's Brain Trust, the core belief is simple: every business deserves a solid strategy, smooth operations, and a team that actually works well together. I approach every engagement like a brainstorming session with a close friend — curious, honest, encouraging, and never, ever stuffy.
Whether you're a founder who feels stuck in a rut, a manager navigating team drama, or a startup trying to figure out what comes next — I'm here for it. Let's get your ducks in a row, have some fun doing it, and build something you're genuinely proud of.
Getting Your Ducks
In a Row Since Day One
What it actually looks like when we're in the room together — no suits required.
Big ideas, small whiteboards
Real plans, not slideshows
Coffee-fueled strategy sessions
Hitting the goals we set together
Happy teams = happy founders
Launch-ready and unstoppable
Straight from founders and managers who've been in the room with Lena.
★★★★★
"I came to Lena's Brain Trust feeling totally overwhelmed — we had a great product but zero clarity on where we were going. After one Strategy Sprint, I had a 90-day plan on one page that my whole team actually understood and got excited about. The energy shift was immediate. We hit every single milestone we set in that first sprint."
Marcus B.
Co-founder, Austin-based SaaS startup
★★★★★
"Lena is the real deal. She walked into our messy operations situation and didn't flinch for a second. Within six weeks we had cleaned-up processes, clear responsibilities for each team member, and — honestly — a much happier office. She somehow makes hard conversations feel easy and productive. Worth every single penny."
Priya K.
Operations Manager, boutique marketing agency
★★★★★
"I hired Lena for the Team Tune-Up Workshop after months of my team just not gelling. What I didn't expect was how fast the vibe shifted. It wasn't a lecture — it felt like the best, most productive team hangout we'd ever had. Three months later, turnover is down and output is way up. I wish I'd found her sooner."
Derek O.
Founder, e-commerce brand, Austin TX
We're Austin-based and always happy to meet via video or IRL.
Austin, TX
We meet where you're comfortable — coffee shop, your office, or Zoom. You pick!
Book a Free 20-Min ChatTell me what's going on and let's figure out the best way I can help. No pressure, no pitch — just a real conversation.