ABOUT

OUR MISSION. OUR TEAM. OUR VALUES

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to provide trusted operations partnerships for fast-growing small digital marketing agencies based in the US and with remote international teams.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to democratize digital marketing agency operations by empowering agency founders and their teams with strategic operations management and support, fostering an environment where growth and efficiency coexist harmoniously.

MEET THE ALDERAAN TEAM

LEAH LEAVES

FOUNDER

TRACY
MURRAY

BUSINESS MANAGER

MICHAEL
LEAVES

SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR

LOUISE
LEAVES

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

MEET YOUR OPERATIONS TEAM

KELLY GARCIA

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Kelly plays a pivotal role in streamlining client services and enhancing operational efficiency. She adeptly handles everything from developing standard operating procedures to supporting recruitment efforts and system maintenance, ensuring that our clients always receive top-notch support.

EMILY
BRYANT

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Meet Emily, your seasoned Operations Manager with a knack for simplifying the complex and driving success within agencies. With her background as an agency owner and extensive coaching experience, Emily brings a unique blend of empathy and results-driven methodology to the table.

JENESSA
EL JARRA

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Meet Jenessa, your go-to Operations Manager keeping things running smoothly with her hands-on approach. From day-to-day operations to team support, she’s all about creating processes that make your agency shine. What sets Jenessa apart? Her openness, honesty, and genuine passion for supporting others as if it were her own business.

JOHN GARCIA

OPERATIONS CONSULTANT

John is the go-to guru for Operations, Project, and People Management. With over a decade in video game production, marketing, and live operations, John brings a wealth of experience to the table. What sets John apart? His belief that continuous improvement is key—no process is ever perfect, and there’s always room to grow.

GINA
LAMBERT

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Meet Gina Lambert, your agency’s workflow wizard, specializing in crafting simple yet effective workflows to keep teams on track and agencies running smoothly. With a direct yet compassionate approach, Gina treats each task as if it were her own, always leading with a servant’s heart.

OUR CORE VALUES​

FUELED BY GROWTH

At Alderaan, being ‘Fueled by Growth’ is more than a core value—it pulses through every aspect of our work. Inspired by Gino Wickman’s Traction, we have embraced a philosophy where growth is not just a goal but a constant presence in our lives. Each step forward propels us to the next, creating a self-sustaining cycle of learning, applying, adapting, and improving. Our team is driven by an insatiable hunger to push boundaries, solve problems, and expand our capabilities. This relentless drive ensures that we not only meet the expectations set before us but exceed them, continually achieving new heights together. In every task we undertake, this spirit of dynamic, endless growth guides us, fueling our journey and the successes of those we partner with.

EMPOWER TO ELEVATE

‘Empower to Elevate’ is about igniting the drive within every team member and channeling it toward collective success. You bring the urgency, the high standards, and the big visions; we provide the structure, the support, and the empowerment to turn those visions into achievements. Our partnership thrives on a shared commitment to excellence—pushing boundaries, elevating expectations, and achieving more together.

This core value is about more than just reaching goals; it’s about creating a cycle of success where empowerment leads to higher performance, which in turn drives even greater rewards. These rewards manifest not only as profit growth and enhanced efficiency but also as profound personal pride and communal recognition. By fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to excel, we ensure that our collective achievements are sustainable and deeply fulfilling, leaving us all more connected to our work and to each other.

EXPECT THE BEST FROM YOURSELF

At Alderaan, ‘Expect the Best From Yourself’ means mastering the challenges of remote collaboration with integrity and accountability. When issues arise—like a missed update or an unexpected schedule change—we respond swiftly and transparently, maintaining trust and ensuring continuity. Our proactive communication ensures that every team member understands their role in fostering a reliable and respectful working environment.

We emphasize the importance of quick, responsible actions to not only meet but exceed expectations. This commitment builds a strong, engaged team where trust is not just expected but ingrained, allowing us to achieve collective success in the dynamic1 world of remote work.

LEAH LEAVES

FOUNDER

I’ve been a remote professional working with small online businesses and digital agencies since 2007.

I believe in creating partnerships with a purpose and always striving for significant outcomes. When you work with me and my team, you can expect collaboration with transparency and consistency.

TRACY MURRAY

BUSINESS MANAGER

I focus on coordinating the day-to-day operations to drive business development forward. With a corporate background in healthcare management, I love the fast-paced and ever-changing environment of the digital marketing world, and bringing the components together to create the larger vision.

With a true passion for organization, I support our projects, team, and systems so Alderaan can continue to be a leader in digital agency operations and growth.

MICHAEL LEAVES

SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR

As Alderaan’s Special Events Coordinator, I ensure our team and clients feel completely cared for, supported, and successful during on-site events and meetings. This means taking care of all event-related items from planning and logistics, to providing exemplary customer service and taking care of everyone’s needs throughout the event.

My love for event management was born from enjoying making connections throughout my career, combined with a quite clever sense of humor and desire to bring joy to people.

LOUISE LEAVES

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

As our Admin Assistant, I have a love for organization and helping maintain structure in digital workspaces. Drawing upon my extensive background in administrative roles, including supporting operations and managing the administrative tasks of a private small business, I endeavor to help streamline daily operations so our teams can operate efficiently and focus on exceptional delivery for customers!

KELLY GARCIA

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

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Kelly plays a key role in streamlining client services and boosting operational efficiency. From crafting SOPs to supporting recruitment and system maintenance, she ensures top-notch client support. Approachable and driven, she embodies our mission with her customer-focused approach to operations management.

EMILY BRYANT

OPERATIONS MANAGER

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Emily excels at simplifying complexity and fostering agency success. As a former agency owner, she blends empathy with results-driven methodology. With a Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership, a Diploma in Marketing, and an Asana Ambassador badge, Emily streamlines operations and keeps teams on track with precision.

JENESSA EL JARRA

OPERATIONS MANAGER

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Jenessa ensures seamless operations and team support, crafting processes that elevate your agency. With a Digital Business Manager certification and two degrees under her belt, she’s equipped to tackle any challenge head-on. Trust Jenessa to handle operations expertly, allowing you to focus on your core strengths.

JOHN GARCIA

OPERATIONS CONSULTANT

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With over a decade in video game production, marketing, and live operations, John brings a wealth of experience. He believes in continuous improvement and sees every process as an opportunity for growth. Armed with a BFA in Interactive Design & Game Development, John is ready to optimize your operations while infusing your team with personality and passion.

GINA LAMBERT

OPERATIONS MANAGER

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Gina Lambert specializes in crafting simple yet effective workflows to keep teams on track and agencies running smoothly. With a direct yet compassionate approach, Gina treats each task as if it were her own, always leading with a servant’s heart. She believes in fostering consistent growth for everyone at the table while prioritizing integrity in all her endeavors.