Colette Gabriel
Operations & Strategic Partner | Driving Cross-Department Collaboration, Organizational Efficiency & Leadership Alignment
- Role
- General Manager & Business Development, Chicago at Keslow Camera, Inc
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Colette Gabriel
I’m a generalist by design and a connector by instinct.My work lives at the intersection of people, process, and execution, with a focus on how decisions and workflows impact the organization as a whole. I’m constantly listening and observing how teams operate - where things flow smoothly, where they break down, and where strong practices could be adapted or scaled to benefit others.I’m particularly effective in cross-functional environments, where alignment, communication, and follow-through matter as much as strategy itself. I partner closely with leaders to provide context, perspective, and support on complex decisions, while also serving as a trusted resource for teammates at all levels who seek guidance, clarity, or a sounding board. People often reach out to me, regardless of role or title, because they know I’ll help them think through challenges with both empathy and a company-wide lens.I lead through collaboration, influence, and credibility rather than hierarchy. Whether coordinating across teams, surfacing operational bottlenecks, or helping translate strategy into action, I bring a strong bias toward execution and a systems-level approach to problem-solving. I’m especially comfortable in fast-moving, service-oriented environments where priorities compete and clear communication is essential.At my core, I care about helping organizations operate as cohesive systems - breaking down silos, strengthening relationships, and ensuring that good ideas don’t get lost between teams.
Experience
General Manager & Business Development, Chicago
Oct 2022 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Cinematography and Film/Video Production
1998 — 2002
University of Technology Sydney
Study Abroad, Cinematography and Film/Video Production
2001 — 2001
Skills
- Cinematography
- Entertainment
- Video
- Short Films
- Camera
- Television
- Music Videos
- Media Production
- Camera Operating
- Videography
- Commercials
- Feature Films
- Digital Photography
- Film Production
- Film
- Video Production
- Photography
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