Streamline Your Agricultural Operations
I help agricultural commercial directors and supply chain leads fix systemic issues, improve product quality, and build teams that own results.
Many commercial directors and supply chain leads deal with recurring quality issues that drain time, money, and team morale.
Are you struggling with:
Cross-functional communication that breaks down at critical moments?
Constantly putting out fires instead of making meaningful improvements?
Frontline workers who stay silent when they could offer game-changing insights?
Solutions that don't stick, leaving you back where you started?
Teams that lack the ownership and accountability you need to move forward?
Feeling stretched thin and alone in trying to make it all work?
You deserve to lead with confidence, knowing your
systems work and your people are engaged.
Solve Root Causes
Stop fixing the same problems over and over by identifying and eliminating issues at their source.
Built Team Ownership
Transform your people from passive workers into engaged problem-solvers that drive results without constant oversight.
Reclaim Strategic Time
Focus your energy on growth and leadership instead of daily crisis management and firefighting.
I get it. Leading through constant crises while
trying to build something sustainable is exhausting.
I know you want to be a trusted leader known for results and excellence. To get there, you need a high-performing team and operations that run smoothly without constant intervention.
The problem is most commercial directors get stuck in endless firefighting cycles, with no time to tackle the root issues causing the same breakdowns over and over. This can leave you feeling frustrated, stretched thin, and wondering if lasting change is even possible.
You deserve to lead with confidence, knowing your systems work and your people take ownership of driving solutions forward. That’s why I’ve spent 30+ years helping agricultural leaders turn recurring problems into sustainable solutions by unlocking the collective wisdom already inside their teams
Here’s what makes my approach unique:
I understand agriculture's high-stakes reality where you get one shot per year to get things right, so quality, timing, and trust aren't negotiable.
I don't consult from the sidelines. I embed myself with your team to surface what's really happening and build solutions from the inside out, not from some corporate playbook.
I use my proven 5I Framework to tap into your team's existing wisdom, turning the friction and frustration into flow and transforming workers into co-owners of lasting change.
Ready to unlock your team's potential and get your life back? Schedule your Operational Excellence Strategy Call today.
Debra Jones, In-the-Trenches Strategist
Turning Insight into Impact. From Frontline to Bottom Line.
30+ Years in Agribusiness
Co-owning and scaling a
seed company to acquisition.
Lab Operations Leader
at Montana State and Monsanto, transitioning to a fully digital lab.
BodyMindBusiness. LLC Founder
M.S. in Agronomy with leadership, coaching, and facilitation certifications.
Here's how it works
Book an Operational Excellence Strategy Call
Run smoother operations, improve quality, and build a fully engaged team so you can focus on the high-impact moves that drive lasting success.
Co-Create Solutions That Stick
I work side-by-side with you and your team to uncover root causes, tap into hidden expertise, and design practical fixes everyone will take ownership of.
Lead With Clarity and Confidence
Run smoother operations, improve quality, and build a fully engaged team so you can focus on the high-impact moves that drive lasting success.
“Deb’s process uncovered root causes we’d been missing for years.”
"Deb created order out of chaos. Her new systems improved data flow, boosted consistency, and reduced retesting, which increased productivity and freed us to take on more work."
Jenette Yearsley,
Quality Control Manager
"Deb’s leadership transformed our culture. Productivity rose, morale soared, and teams began supporting each other in ways that delivered lasting results."
Kristin Schneider,
Global Wheat Breeding Lead
"Deb aligns purpose with action. She not only sets a clear direction but ensures it’s executed, making her an indispensable driver of results."
Matt Brenneman,
Testing Systems Lead
My Signature 5I Framework
YOU’VE GOT ONE CHANCE TO GET THIS RIGHT.
Don't lose another season to the same systemic issues.
Together we’ll uncover the real root causes and streamline operations so
you can deliver consistent, high-quality products with confidence.
Services
Leadership Clarity Intensive
A focused 1:1 consulting engagement for directors and managers who need quick clarity on their biggest operational and team challenges. We’ll work together to pinpoint the real issues, map a clear path forward, and equip you with targeted strategies you can put into action immediately.
The 5I Team Transformation
A full team facilitation experience that engages voices at every level of your organization. Using the 5I Framework, we’ll crowdsource insights, uncover root causes, and co-create solutions your team will actually own — leading to smoother operations, stronger alignment, and measurable results.
Sustainable Systems Partnership
An ongoing consulting and facilitation partnership for leaders ready to overhaul broken systems and embed lasting change. We’ll work side-by-side over several months to map workflows, remove bottlenecks, and integrate improvements that stick — creating a high-performing team and operations you can trust.
“We have higher productivity, better quality, and true team ownership.”
"Deb broke down silos, improved problem-solving, and strengthened systems across all levels of our organization. The positive changes in teamwork and efficiency have been lasting."
Sid Perry,
Wheat Breeder
"Deb helped us map workflows, uncover hidden issues, and develop practical solutions as a team. The result was higher productivity, better quality, and true team ownership."
Nick Ihde,
Site Lead
"Deb turned a struggling employee into a team leader. Her coaching improved trust, efficiency, and communication overnight, saving one of our best people from being lost."
Ian Bonner,
DH Research Associate
FREE GUIDE AND VIDEO
The 15-Minute Root Cause Reset
A simple, repeatable exercise to stop the spin and find your focus — fast.
Cut through the noise and focus on what really matters
Gain the clarity you need to confidently lead with shared vision and purpose
Shift from firefighting to forward momentum — starting now
To access the Root Cause Reset, enter your name and email, then click the “Get Instant Access” button.
Before you hit play:
Block out 15 minutes of focused, uninterrupted time
Grab a pen and paper (or print the guide book)
Be ready to reflect, move quickly, and trust your insight
This isn’t just another video — it’s a guided experience designed to unlock clarity, confidence, and your next best move.
