Where Operational Clarity Meets Boutique Expertise
About Kristie | Founder of Back Office by Design
Kristie Howell is a seasoned back-office specialist with over a decade of experience in optimizing the core operational functions that keep organizations running smoothly. With a proven talent for designing, managing, and refining administrative systems, Kristie is recognized for her reliability, process-driven mindset, and exceptional organizational acumen.
Her expertise spans all facets of back-office operations: executive support, workflow and process automation, records management, accounts payable and receivable, legal document preparation, vendor relations, and data integrity. Kristie is adept at streamlining procedures, enhancing reporting accuracy, and supporting seamless business continuity—ensuring that the backbone of the office operates with precision.
Throughout her career, she has taken the lead on projects to modernize office environments, implement new administrative technologies, and coordinate team-based improvements that directly support front-line and executive functions. Kristie is a trusted resource for confidential concerns and the go-to problem.
Kristie’s technical proficiency includes mastery of essential back-office tools: Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, Google Workspace, Concur, Calendly, Taxwise, and QuickBooks. Her skills in 10-Key by Touch, spreadsheet analytics, document preparation, and travel and expense management make her an invaluable asset to any organization seeking operational excellence by design.
Let’s Work Smarter—Together
At Back Office by Design, we’re here to help you reclaim time, build structure, and move your business forward with confidence. Whether you're exploring executive-level support, refining operations, or preparing for strategic partnerships, we’re ready to collaborate.
We work with business owners who are past the startup hustle and ready to elevate—with solutions that bring clarity, efficiency, and polish to the back office.
📬 Let’s connect. Share a bit about your needs, and we’ll follow up with next steps, availability, and a custom approach designed just for you.