Stephanie Bidgood

About Stephanie Bidgood

I am a seasoned business consultant and executive leader with more than two decades of experience working with teams to make and execute better decisions. My passion is solving complex business problems and driving strategic success. In 2024, I began consulting independently with leaders and teams at small and mid-sized businesses, working with them to make and execute strategic decisions and move beyond what holds success back. I regularly collaborate across teams to bridge the gaps in understanding between Finance and Marketing, Operations and Sales, IT and Legal, and break down the barriers to meaningful change. This happens through leveraging financial, customer, & business analytics, process management, communication, and human understanding.I have been told I bring clarity where there\'s chaos, acknowledged as a \"fixer,\" and earned the title of \"the Board whisperer.\" I enjoy making new professional connections, so please feel free to send me a message today.Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Business Analysis, Consulting, Analytics, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Change Management, Strategy, Process Improvement, Strategic Communications, Segmentation, Customer Insight, Insurance, Financial Services, Business Process Improvement, Competitive Intelligence.

Experience

1. Chief of Staff, Pets Best

   Independence Pet Holdings

   Jul 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Chief of Staff to the CEO of a private equity held pet health insurance company. Responsible for engaging the leadership team to deliver on aggressive growth and profit goals, while transforming for the future.

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Political Economy

• The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Strategy & Leadership