Michelle Vest is an executive leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations grow, transform, and align with their mission. Her leadership spans a range of industries, including her roles as Finance Director for a renowned winery in Southern California’s Wine Country and Business & Finance Manager for a regional partnership in the Central Valley. She also founded and led a successful staffing agency for 15 years.

Michelle has been instrumental in launching and growing organizations focused on veterans, first responders, youth rights, aviation services, and regenerative business models. In each case, she brings more than just operational expertise—she brings clarity, calm, and intuitive leadership to complex challenges.

What sets Michelle apart is her ability to blend strategic oversight with intuitive insight, offering clients grounded solutions and helping them stay anchored as they scale. As a Fractional Executive Director and Strategic Partner, she seamlessly integrates into teams, providing leadership support for board members, stakeholders, and founders.

Whether working with nonprofits or scaling businesses, Michelle’s approach is warm, visionary, and deeply committed to each organization’s success.