Hope del Santo

About Hope del Santo

Revenue-driven GTM and business operations executive and advisor with over a decade of experience at the intersection of marketing, sales, client success, operations, HR, product, and finance leading go-to-market & strategic initiatives in the B2B, B2B2C & B2C/DTC space. I\'ve partnered with company leaders at early stage startups to enterprise organizations ($2M-$100M+), focused on building, scaling, and shaping the direction of business & GTM functions into revenue-generating engines, connecting the dots, up-leveling teams, processes, and systems, and unlocking revenue growth. Confident working in an ambiguous and matrixed work environment while collaborating cross-functionally to build relationships, move the needle, and deliver results. Enjoys thinking both creatively and analytically to navigate new challenges, understand what makes businesses tick, and execute a strategic vision with an entrepreneurial approach.Industries: Digital Health / HealthTech, Healthcare, Future of Work, Employee Benefits, Professional Services (Human Resources, Insurance, Health & Wellness, Financial Services), HR & People Tech, FamTech, Mental Health, Agencies, SaaS, Consumer Goods / Consumer Services, Marketing ServicesCore Capabilities: Go-To-Market Operator, GTM Strategy/Planning, Business Operations & Strategy, Full-Stack Marketing, Growth, Ops & Enablement, Demand Generation, Revenue Operations, Sales Enablement, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Program Management, Change Management, Resource Management, Marketing Operations, Process Development, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Campaign Management, Content Marketing, Strategic Operations, M&A / New Ventures, Digital Transformation

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   Clearstart

   Apr 2025 — Present · Nashville, TN, US

   As COO at Clearstart, I\'m focused on driving operational excellence, empowering our team, and supporting strategic growth—both for Clearstart and the clients we partner with. From building scalable processes and systems to supporting our incredible team to serving as a strategic GTM partner and operator for our portfolio of clients, I’m here to help us grow with intention and impact.About Clearstart: Meet your full service, embedded GTM & growth arm of your business. At Clearstart, we believe GTM, marketing and RevOps can be the key ingredients to accelerate success for early and growth stage healthcare companies. We\'re not just your GTM team; we’re your co-pilots and strategic partner on this journey. We partner with visionary entrepreneurs and leaders to give you a competitive edge from day one. Together, we’ll navigate the twists and turns to product-market fit faster and smarter, ensuring your vision becomes reality. If you’re a founder or digital health/healthcare company looking for a GTM partner, reach out—I’d love to explore how we can help. If you\'re a full-stack marketer, GTM strategist, or RevOps specialist interested in joining our team, we’re always looking for talented people who thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Let’s connect!DM me or head to to learn more.

Education

• Nova Southeastern University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing

• University of Central Florida

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing