
About Me
I am Karen Michaelle—a creative, strategic thought partner with more than 25 years of cross-industry success. I bring a pattern-recognition advantage to every engagement, uncovering what truly drives performance and translating proven strategies into practical, business-specific results.
“Working with Cleverly Collaborative and Karen Michaelle was a complete win for my company, Optimum Audiology.
From our very first conversation, Karen brought an uncommon level of insight and clarity. She quickly identified what truly mattered for my business and helped transform a vision I couldn’t fully articulate into a focused, authentic brand and strategy. From our business name and visual identity to the overall voice and positioning of the company, Karen created a foundation that still guides our decisions today.
We began with the Marketplace 360° Package, which gave me a comprehensive view of my brand and direction. As the company grew and I added employees, I transitioned into the Leadership 360° Package. Karen became a true strategic thought partner—helping align the team, refine our focus, and navigate growth with confidence and intention.
Over the years, I’ve also relied on the Hybrid 360° Package. Because Karen deeply understands both my business and my leadership style, she consistently provides clear, practical insight and identifies underlying challenges before they become obstacles. Her ability to see what others miss has saved time, strengthened our culture, and supported smarter decision-making as we expand.
Karen brings authenticity, business discipline, and a rare ability to connect strategy to real-world execution. I highly recommend her and Cleverly Collaborative to any leader seeking clarity, alignment, and meaningful, measurable progress.”
— Kristi Mendoza, Au.D.
Founder & CEO | Optimum Audiology
