
LD Krenzel
@ldkrenzel
I build scalable operations systems and executive partnerships that turn strategy into execution.
What I'm looking for
At Zirtual, I serve as a force multiplier for executives and founders, building the operational infrastructure that helps their organizations scale. I lead 40+ annual projects, coordinate complex logistics for off-sites and fundraisers, and produce 70+ monthly executive reports.
I've built SOPs and automated approval matrices that accelerated financial throughput by 50%. Previously at Apple, I supported HR leadership through the shift to remote work, including employee repatriation, remote onboarding logistics, and equipment sourcing that ensured 100% team readiness.
My work also includes operational integration at SunPower, restructuring support at Symantec, and founding Balanced Office, where I automated client workflows with APIs and Zapier, built dashboards, and strengthened security with password-management systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
I serve as a force multiplier for a diverse portfolio of executives and founders, specializing in engineering the operational infrastructure required to scale. I bridge the gap between high-level vision and tactical execution by automating workflows and refining financial oversight.
+ Engineering Scalable Systems: Built and deployed SOPs and automated approval matrices that accelerated financial t
Relocation
Career Break
May 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 2 months)
Following a high-stakes contract at Apple, I managed a cross-country relocation from California to Arkansas. I utilized this transition as a deliberate sabbatical and journey along Route 66 to broaden my perspective and logistical adaptability. During this period, I earned an Insurance Producer License to deepen my fiscal and regulatory knowledge—an experience that ultimately reaffirmed my dedicat
Partnered with the HR leadership team during a critical global crisis to manage workforce logistics and ensure operational continuity during the shift to remote work.
+ Crisis Management: Executed the repatriation of employees stranded abroad due to pandemic travel restrictions.
+ Remote Operations: Spearheaded the transition to fully remote onboarding, creating the end-to-end logistics framework
Provided strategic support to the EVP of Global Operations during a high-stakes M&A cycle, facilitating the successful integration of SolarWorld into TotalEnergies SE.
+ Operational Integration: Developed and implemented approval matrices that halved processing time for global purchase orders.
+ Leadership & Mentoring: Mentored the administrative team, overseeing the visa processing and onboarding
I founded a specialized consulting firm to empower local businesses with the operational infrastructure required for sustainable growth. By bridging the gap between small business needs and enterprise-grade tools, I engineered scalable systems that allowed founders to transition from manual tasks to strategic oversight.
+ Operational Capacity: Developed comprehensive standard operating procedures
I served as a strategic operational partner to senior leadership during a critical period of organizational restructuring and the multi-billion dollar divestiture of Veritas. My role focused on maintaining operational continuity and data integrity during high-stakes corporate transitions.
+ M&A Support: Provided high-level support to the executive suite during the complex restructuring and sale of
Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Feb 2010 - Jun 2012 (2 years 4 months)
In this foundational role, I managed the full-spectrum operations for a construction firm, balancing the precision of bookkeeping with the complexity of HR and office management. This was my first deep dive into the "gears" of a business, ensuring fiscal integrity and operational flow.
+ Full-Cycle Financial Management: Managed payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and bookkeeping, ensuring 100% a
I entered the high-stakes world of Silicon Valley tech by supporting leadership through a period of intense transformation. This role was a masterclass in change management, as I helped navigate the organization through two rebranding phases and a significant leadership shift.
+ Strategic Project Support: Oversaw cost-efficiency and revenue-driving projects during critical organizational transitio
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Macquarie University
Excel Skills for Business Specialization; Macquarie University
Issued Feb 2021
Udemy
Agile Project Management Certification Prep+Agile Scrum+Jira
Issued Nov 2020
San José State University
BA, Bachelor of Arts, Double Major, Political Science & Philosophy, Minor in History
2004 - 2007
West Valley College
AA Liberal Arts, High School Courses
2001 - 2003
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Software and tools used professionally
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