Measurable Execution.
I'm Jason Hostens, a Tucson operations consultant. I help businesses fix unclear, slow processes and build effective systems, and I help families plan for a secure future.
Business Operations & Consulting
Optimize processes to improve efficiency.
Slow, manual or inconsistent work costs time and money. I find the root cause and build workflows, systems and documentation your team can run.
Training &
Certification
Build skills to improve performance.
Hands-on Lean Six Sigma training and certification that gives you and your team practical skills for real work.
Financial Planning &
Insurance
Plan ahead to protect your future.
Personalized financial planning and life insurance guidance to help you protect your family, manage risk and plan ahead.
FIND THE FRICTION. FIX THE FUTURE.
Different ambitions need different expertise. Choose the lane that matches where you want to go next.
Optimize your processes, improve efficiency, and get results with expert consulting.
Build your skills with Lean Six Sigma certifications and professional development programs.
Protect your future with personalized financial planning and life insurance solutions.
ABOUT JASON
I'm Jason Hostens — a solopreneur, operations consultant, and process improvement specialist. With 30+ years of hands-on experience, I help organizations solve complex challenges through practical solutions, proven methodologies, and a strong network of trusted partners.
Operations & Process Improvement
Workflow, Automation & Project Mgmt
Process Excellence & Certification
AZ86 | Cannsult | Lean6Sigma | Primerica
Affiliations
A solo practice with an extended bench. Through established affiliations and specialist partnerships, I can stay hands-on while drawing on deeper expertise when an engagement requires capabilities beyond my own.
Our Core Services
From process optimization to strategic planning, we provide practical solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive long-term success.
Streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve performance.
Build automation, tracking systems, and custom workflows.
Turn plans into results with structured execution and oversight.
Drive continuous improvement and sustainable growth.
Integrate the right tools and systems for long-term success.
Create clear processes, standards, and technical documentation.
HOW IT WORKS
We follow a proven process to ensure your goals are met with clarity, focus, and measurable results.
Establish the problem, objectives, stakeholders, constraints.
Examine the current state, trace process friction, and distinguish underlying causes from symptoms.
Develop practical workflows, systems, documentation, and execution plans—and put them into operation.
Evaluate performance against the agreed measures and refine the solution where the data calls for it.
Embed the new processes through documentation, team enablement, ownership, and a structure for ongoing improvement.
REAL WORLD IMPACT
See how I've helped businesses and individuals achieve measurable results through strategic consulting, process improvement, and financial planning.
REAL WORLD IMCLIENTS, PARTNERS & PROFESSIONAL PEERSPACT
Real perspectives from people who have experienced the way Jason approaches complex operations, process improvement, systems, and execution.
Product Designer — FlowKart
Jason brings clarity to complicated operational problems. He sees the issue, understands the root cause, and knows how to turn the solution into action
4.5
E-commerce Founder — StyleBay
Jason has a very practical approach to process improvement. He takes time to understand how the team actually works, identifies the friction points, and develops solutions that fit the operation rather than forcing the operation into a template.
4.6
Brand Manager — NovaHaus
Jason was incredibly easy to work with. He listened carefully, understood what we were trying to accomplish, and brought a level of organization to the project that made everything feel more manageable. He has a great balance of technical knowledge and practical business thinking.
4.3
Director of Operations
Jason brought much-needed clarity and structure to our project. He uncovered overlooked issues and turned them into practical next steps, making a real difference throughout the engagement.
4.5
VP, Business Transformation
Jason combines operational experience, process-improvement discipline, and technology knowledge. He brings structure to complex environments while staying focused on practical solutions the team can implement and sustain.
4.7
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Tucson, AZ
(Virtual meetings available)
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QUICK ANSWERS
Find answers to common questions about my services, partners, and how to get started.
An operations consultant finds why a business's processes, systems or projects are not performing and builds practical fixes. That usually means mapping how work really flows, removing friction, setting up tools and documentation, and measuring the results. I do all of this hands-on, from the first conversation through rollout.
You work directly with me, not a junior team. As an independent consultant, I stay close to the problem, the decisions and the execution, with no layers between you and the person doing the work. When a project needs extra depth, I bring in trusted specialist partners.
That is often where we start. I review how work and information actually move through your operation, find the friction points, and separate root causes from symptoms. Then we decide where a fix will make the biggest practical difference.
I do both. Implementation is a core part of the work, including workflow setup, Smartsheet development, process redesign, documentation, project oversight, training and handoff, so improvements get used instead of sitting in a report.
No. Smartsheet is a core specialty, but the goal is always the business outcome. I look at the tools you already use and recommend what fits, instead of treating one platform as the answer to every problem.
We agree on the measures before work begins. Depending on the problem, that might be cycle time, error rates, throughput, workload, visibility, consistency or adoption. We then track results against those measures and adjust where needed.
Yes. An independent consultant is a good fit for small and growing businesses that want senior operational experience without paying for a large consulting team. We scope the work to the problem, not the other way around.
Operations consulting rates start at $250 per hour. The total cost of an engagement depends on its scope, complexity, required expertise and whether you need strategic guidance, hands-on implementation or both.
For larger or clearly defined projects, a project-based fee may be appropriate. We will discuss your needs, define the scope and agree on the pricing before work begins, so you understand the expected investment before committing.
The right Lean Six Sigma belt depends on your experience, responsibilities and improvement goals.
Lean Six Sigma belt training is offered through Lean6Sigma.academy. If you're unsure which level is right for you, consider your current experience, role and goals to identify the best starting point.
These services are for individuals and families who want to protect their loved ones, prepare for life’s unexpected events and plan for their financial future. Whether you're starting a family, growing your income, protecting your assets or preparing for retirement, I can help you explore financial planning strategies and life insurance options based on your needs and goals.
I am currently licensed to offer life insurance in Arizona, Connecticut, Florida and New Mexico, with the ability to pursue licensing in additional states as needed. If you need investment advice, I can connect you with an appropriately licensed investment professional.
The goal is to help you understand your options and make informed decisions about protecting your family and preparing for the future.Life-insurance services are currently available in Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, and New Mexico. If you need investment advice, I will connect you with a licensed investment advisor.
Start with the problem you are facing. On a first call we will talk it through and decide whether operations consulting, systems work, training or financial planning is the right path. You do not need to work that out in advance.
