I create solutions that transform ambitious ideas into actionable plans, making the complex feel effortless.
I move seamlessly between strategy and execution, bringing a unique mix of problem-solving, systems thinking, and intuitive leadership to every project. Whether you need a fresh perspective, a strategic partner, or someone to bring clarity to the chaos, I specialize in making things work—better, faster, and with more ease.
Entrepreneurs, executives, and creative professionals bring me their biggest ideas, tangled operations, and ambitious goals—and I turn them into clear, structured, and actionable plans.
I’m Maliquea Starnes
a strategist, systems thinker, and problem-solver with a passion for helping business owners and high-performing professionals work smarter, not harder.
My career has spanned multiple industries—from project management and operations to event planning and content creation—giving me a unique ability to adapt, optimize, and drive results in any environment.
I thrive in spaces where creativity meets strategy, where ideas need structure, and where business owners need more than just advice—they need solutions they can actually implement. My approach is deeply rooted in understanding people, streamlining processes, and creating sustainable systems that prevent burnout while driving impact.
What I Can Help With
Here’s a few of the ways I create solutions and turn complex challenges into effortless results:
Thought Partnership & Strategic Decision-Making
Need a second brain? I serve as a trusted advisor, helping you think through business challenges, refine your ideas, and make decisions with confidence.
Content Migration
I streamline the process of organizing and migrating your content, ensuring a smooth transition with zero disruptions to your workflow. From sorting and structuring to flawless execution, I handle the details so you can focus on delivering value without the headache.
Project Management & Systems Setup
From launch plans to team coordination, I bring order to moving pieces. Whether you need ClickUp, Notion, or Airtable set up for success, I create systems that work for you—not the other way around.
Bridging the Gap Between Vision & Execution
You have big ideas, but execution feels overwhelming. I take your vision, break it down into clear, manageable steps, and ensure that nothing falls through the cracks.
Event & Experience Design
From corporate retreats to intimate gatherings, I design experiences that feel seamless, thoughtful, and aligned with your goals—ensuring every detail is handled with intention.
Operational Strategy & Process Optimization
Your business is running, but it could run smoother. I analyze your current operations, identify inefficiencies, and implement streamlined workflows that save you time, money, and energy.
Community Management
If you’re looking for a strategic partner who can bring structure to your ideas, clarity to your operations, and momentum to your goals, let’s talk.
Let’s Work Together
I create structure and implement systems that make managing your community effortless and effective. By fostering meaningful engagement and aligning every interaction with your vision, I ensure your community thrives without adding to your workload.
brands I've worked for and with
She is a successful business owner, but she needed to pull the pieces of her projects together to create a system she could rely on to ensure everything ran smoothly.
This is what she had to say after all was said and done:
“I have been able to feel a sense of relief when it comes to client projects. Maliquea has given me the time, space, and energy to step into my CEO role. In just 3 months, we were able to streamline our back-end client pipeline, create a hiring strategy, and plan for marketing events happening in the future. I am finally getting ahead instead of being stuck in the day-to-day.”
Amanda radically changed her business after taking my advice. By organizing those projects and learning to properly delegate to the right team members within the new system, she was able to cut down the number of team meetings drastically and get her agency running smoothly.
Carrylove Designs
Amanda,
Samantha radically changed her business when she took my advice to streamline her business operations so she could finally work on her business, and not just in it.
Here is what she had to say about her experience:
“Almost immediately after hiring I saw results. I made nearly 10k more in the next month, and met my stretch goal for 2021 of 200k. I have simpler, automated ways to manage schedules for doula team members and bill clients with a time tracking system and payroll. It's made such a huge difference! I now spend much less time doing administrative tasks each week, which has given me freedom to have a personal life.”
Due to the HUGE changes we made to her business, Samantha was able to take her first vacation in YEARS and finally cut back on client work. Now her business is aligned with her life, which is exactly what she wanted.
DC Metro Maternity
Samantha
Eddie had spent years building an incredible product and providing an unparalleled customer experience. He was ready to continue to deliver that customer experience in a more seamless and efficient way. However, he was worried that implementing these systems would compromise his gold star standard of customer service. We made small tweaks to his key customer success processes and achieved big results in no time. In doing so, we were able to preserve his vision of building an incredible client experience in a way that was seamless to his customers and sustainable for him. A complete win-win!
Timeline Genius
Eddie
Tina, the CEO of Infinite Potential, knew that in order to scale her business and create a bigger impact, she needed an Operations Manager who could bring structure, organization, and efficiency to her growing company. That’s where I came in. As her Operations Manager, I helped turn her vision into an actionable plan she could follow, ensuring that every goal had a clear path forward. From streamlining business systems to managing client communications and keeping projects on track, I provided the structure and support she needed to focus on what she does best. Together, we built a stronger operational foundation, allowing Infinite Potential Co. to grow sustainably while staying true to its mission.
INFINITE POTENTIAL CO.
TINA
FROM PROJECT MANAGEMENT TO STRATEGIC OPERATIONS CONSULTING and advisory, I'M HERE TO MAKE THE COMPLEX FEEL EFFORTLESS.
Let’s link arms and find solutions together.
"Maliquea's passion and experience were really helpful"
“When Maliquea shared her insight on running a business with intention and planning according to your own needs so many things clicked as a business owner. She not only provided the "what" but the "why" and the "how" that are essential when figuring out those next steps to incorporate and yet so many educators rely on regurgitating fluff for. Maliquea's passion and experience were really helpful when breaking down the important aspects of planning and how to apply changes to make sure that what you were putting on your plate really helped move your needle forward in the end!”
-Taryn Jerez, One Crafty Miss
"I’m so incredibly thankful to have worked with Maliquea."
She helped me feel confident that I could offer an exceptional client experience, while keeping everything organized behind the scenes. Her background in the event industry was priceless while she helped me strategize and implement my own systems. I highly recommend her services to anyone who is looking for guidance in creating peace & structure within their business."
-Jessica Judson, Thirsty Buffalo Co.
"SHE WAS AN ASSET TO THE TEAM."
"I worked with Maliquea on several content migration projects at Mighty Networks, and she was an asset to the team. With juggling multiple projects at once, she demonstrated strong organizational skills and ability to handle any challenges that came her way. Not only did she meet project deadlines, but her attention to detail, ability to quickly address potential issues, and seamless communication with the internal team and customer made the projects run smoothly.
-MANAMI, MIGHTY NETWORKS
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