WHO WE ARE

With over 20 years of experience at the crossroads of Learning & Development and entrepreneurial innovation, Future Ready Consulting is your strategic partner in navigating today’s competitive landscape. We bring a wealth of knowledge and forward-thinking solutions tailored to your unique needs, ensuring you not only keep pace with change but lead it.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or a growing business, our personalized approach and cutting-edge strategies are designed to help you thrive and build a resilient, future-ready business. Join us in creating a future where your success is limitless.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

At Future Ready Consulting, we believe that no business or individual is too small or too ambitious to benefit from our expertise. We dedicate our efforts to organizations and entrepreneurs who are committed to making a positive impact in their industries and communities. As a proud women-owned business with deep insights into the unique challenges you face, we leverage firsthand experience in launching successful ventures and building brands from the ground up.

Our leaders have a proven track record of creating award-winning, highly successful business teams, equipping us with the knowledge and strategies to help you excel. We specialize in empowering online entrepreneurs who are ready to recl aim their time and mental space, enabling them to focus on scaling their ventures with confidence. From nurturing your initial ideas to guiding you through the entire scaling journey, our expertise spans Course Creation, Tech Coaching, Knowledge Management, Learning & Development Consulting, and Education-Based Business Mentoring

At Future Ready Consulting, we don’t just offer solutions—we provide a tailored, strategic approach designed to help you achieve your vision and thrive in a future-driven world.

WHAT WE DO

At Future Ready Consulting, we equip entrepreneurs and growth-driven organizations with the strategies and tools needed to excel in the digital age. We specialize in streamlining ideas, optimizing business processes, and building impactful brands that drive sustainable growth through innovative technology and learning solutions.

Whether you're launching a new venture, scaling your business, or enhancing operations, our tailored services help you achieve your vision and unlock your potential. At Future Ready Consulting, your future is our mission.

VISION

Our vision is to empower individuals and organizations to achieve their ideas and success, creating positive impact while gaining the freedom to shape their future and opportunities. Through inclusive, powerful experiences that honor all identities and cultures, we help entrepreWQAneurs and businesses reach their goals and drive economic mobility. By delivering Ato propel learning and career-driven opportunities, we strive to build a more equitable and innovative world for all.

MISSION

Empower diverse, impact-driven entrepreneurs and organizations with strategic and digital solutions that fuel the launch, growth, and scaling of lasting legacies

CORE VALUES

Compassionate Radical Candor:

Foster open, honest communication with empathy and understanding.

Be Better than Yesterday:

Strive to surpass yesterday's achievements, embracing personal and professional growth to achieve meaningful goals

Think entrepreneurially to solve problems:

Approach challenges with an entrepreneurial mindset, driving creative and effective solutions.

Be socially impactful in positive ways:

Commit to making a meaningful difference through

inclusive and socially responsible actions.

Leave nothing unchallenged:

Challenge the status quo, pursue excellence, and leave no opportunity unexamined to play the long game.

EQUITY STATEMENT

At Future Ready Consulting, we champion equitable access and empower individuals and organizations to achieve their success. We honor every identity, perspective, and culture, believing that education and entrepreneurship are fundamental rights. Through collaboration with leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, and developers, we harness technology and innovation to create impactful solutions. Our approach ensures everyone can shape their future, enhance their mobility, and reach their full potential

contributing to a more equitable and innovative world.

OUR TEAM

Equipped with a virtual toolbox of strategies, we help you transition from reactive to proactive in your business. Our team’s deep expertise in strategy and backend operations is essential for driving sustainable growth and making a lasting impact. Meet the founders who bring their unique skills and passions to the forefront.

Janet Hurn

Co-Founder and Owner

Janet is a dynamic educator and entrepreneur whose insatiable curiosity and diverse expertise make her an invaluable partner in driving innovation and success. With over 30 years of experience, Janet has excelled across multiple roles—from a tenured Physics faculty member recognized with state innovation awards, publications, and keynote speaking, to a trailblazer in online education and instructional design. She has launched award-winning digital credentials, public and nonprofit brands, and earned DMI certifications in digital marketing, becoming the Ohio Grow with Google certified coach for business strategy, AI (artificial intelligence), Google Ads, Google Analytics, and Google Certified Educator. Janet’s ability to bring bold ideas to life is matched by her hands-on approach to solving complex challenges, whether leading transformative workforce projects or literally putting out fires as a firefighter, paramedic, and captain. Her commitment to continuous learning and impactful innovation makes her a powerful force for change, ready to help you achieve your goals and unlock your full potential.

Julie M. Straub

Co-Founder and Owner

Julie is a dedicated educator, serial entrepreneur, and thought leader whose entrepreneurial journey began at age 12, igniting a lifelong passion for innovation and growth. With over 20 years of experience in K-12, career technical education, and higher education, she has successfully launched and scaled multiple ventures with nationally recognized organizations. Julie’s influence extends to serving on national industry policy and workgroups, where she shapes the future of the field, and she is a sought-after speaker at national conferences, frequently moderating panels and contributing to industry-leading blogs, articles, and publications. Her ability to create impactful learning experiences and drive strategic growth as a consultant and fractional C-Suite executive makes her a valuable partner in achieving your business goals. Julie’s relentless commitment to success, from guiding startups to scaling established businesses, ensures that she is a key asset on your journey toward excellence.

OUR IDEAL PARTNERS


At Future Ready Consulting, we thrive on partnering with entrepreneurs and organizations who are ready to strategize and take transformative action. Our ideal clients embody the following values:

Growth Mindset:

Embrace progress over perfection, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Value Strategic Vision

Balance long-term goals with immediate needs, fostering sustainable growth and future readiness.

Social Responsibility

Commit to making a meaningful impact through ethical, sustainable practices that reflect a future-focused vision.

Pursuit of Excellence

Passionate about crafting top-tier solutions and achieving outstanding results.

Equity and Inclusion

Champion anti-racism and support diverse cultures and identities, including LGBTQ+ communities, ensuring an inclusive and equitable approach.


If these values align with your vision, we’re excited to collaborate and help you achieve your goals

HOW WE WORK

Equipped with a virtual toolbox of strategies, we help you transition from reactive to proactive in your business. Our team’s deep expertise in strategy and backend operations is essential for driving sustainable growth and making a lasting impact. Meet the founders who bring their unique skills and passions to the forefront:

Discovery Call

Overview: A complimentary 30-minute session to discuss your needs and explore how we can collaborate to achieve your goals.

Purpose:

To assess alignment and identify the best approach, whether it’s a single project, ongoing service, or a comprehensive proposal.

Customized Strategy Session

Overview: A tailored session where we dive deeper into your objectives, refining our approach based on your specific needs.

Purpose:

To establish a clear strategy and define the steps that will drive your success, with flexibility for projects or ongoing support.

Initial Assessment

Overview: Depending on our engagement, we’ll assess your current processes, business needs, or project goals within the first 90 days (or an equivalent timeframe) to identify key areas for improvement.

Purpose:

To provide insights that inform our strategy and create a solid foundation for future work..

Implementation & Setup

Overview: We implement initial improvements and establish systems customized to your needs, whether through creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or setting up key processes for smooth operations.

Purpose:

To ensure effective and efficient execution tailored to your project or ongoing services.

Ongoing Support (If Applicable)

Overview: For clients requiring ongoing services, we manage tasks like social media campaigns, product launches, and more, ensuring continued operational efficiency.

Purpose:

To provide continuous support, adapting to your evolving needs and ensuring your business thrives.


If these values align with your vision, we’re excited to collaborate and help you achieve your goals

INCLUDED IN ALL PACKAGES

  • Monthly Analytics Reporting

  • Weekly Status Reports

Let’s Connect

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Cincinnati, OH, 45215

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(513) 995-2330

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