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Lauren Lea Fenn-Ellis

Executive Contributor

Agency Founder and Fractional COO

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Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

Lauren Lea Fenn-Ellis

Agency Founder and Fractional COO

Lauren Lea Fenn-Ellis is the founder and CEO of OBM Associates, an internationally trusted business management agency that partners with visionary entrepreneurs to transform operational overwhelm into strategic clarity. With nearly two decades of experience in high-level operations across the UK, EU, and Australasia, including becoming one of the youngest operations leaders in financial services, Lauren is known for helping established founders reclaim their role as confident, intentional CEOs.
 
After reaching the height of her corporate career and recognising a lack of meaningful, emotionally intelligent support for entrepreneurs, Lauren launched her own consultancy in 2020. Three years later, she expanded her vision by founding OBM Associates, a full-service agency created to redefine what operational leadership looks like in growing businesses. Today, she and her team deliver bespoke operational strategy, team leadership, and systems implementation that align seamlessly with each client’s business model and vision.
 
Named one of the Top 10 Disruptive Entrepreneurs, Lauren’s work is rooted in real partnership. Her team becomes embedded in her clients’ businesses, managing projects, guiding teams, and ensuring growth is not only possible but sustainable. Her approach has helped scale businesses that have gone on to be featured in Forbes, Harper’s Bazaar, and Business Insider.
 
OBM Associates doesn’t deliver cookie-cutter solutions. Every system, whether built in Dubsado, ClickUp, or elsewhere, is tailored to fit the unique structure, vision, and growth stage of the business. The team blends strategic rigour with a deep understanding of the human side of business, ensuring systems not only work, but truly work for the founder and their team. For entrepreneurs ready to lead without burnout, scale without losing control, and build something that lasts, Lauren and her team provide the structure that sets them free.

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A Holistic Approach to Business Strategy That Actually Feels Good

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CREA Global Awards presented to

Lauren Lea Fenn-Ellis

Agency Founder and Fractional COO

The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects.

Caroline Winkvist

Editor-In-Chief

Daniel Ålund

Selection Committee

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Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to

Lauren Lea Fenn-Ellis

Agency Founder and Fractional COO

Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others.

Caroline Winkvist

Editor-In-Chief

Fredrik Elfqvist

Selection Committee

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

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