Diane Mentzer is the Founder, Business Operations Advisor, and COO Coach at Diane Integrates, LLC, a consulting firm that helps businesses create structure, scale effectively, and enhance operations. With over two decades of experience as a second-in-command, she specializes in role definition, delegation strategies, and leadership alignment to improve business efficiency. Diane regularly contributes to CEOWORLD magazine and leads peer groups for second-in-command professionals, providing guidance on operational strategy and execution.

Running a business is like conducting an orchestra; every role must be in sync to create harmony. Without a clear structure and delegation, teams become overwhelmed, and growth stalls. So how can businesses strike the perfect balance between visionary leadership and operational efficiency?

According to Diane Mentzer, a seasoned business operations expert, success starts with defining clear roles and fostering collaboration between CEOs and their second-in-command. She highlights that many entrepreneurs rush to hire a COO before identifying what they truly need –– a structured system or a senior operations leader. Without clarity, businesses risk confusion, misalignment, and costly turnover. Diane emphasizes the importance of gradual delegation, operational accountability, and strategic communication to build efficiency without stifling creativity.

In this episode of RAW Spotlight, host Steffanie Rodriguez sits down with Diane Mentzer, Founder, Business Operations Advisor, and COO Coach at Diane Integrates, LLC, to discuss how to create operational harmony in growing businesses. They explore the dynamic relationship between CEOs and COOs, the importance of role clarity, and why delegation is key to scaling sustainably. Diane also shares practical strategies for fostering a company culture that thrives on accountability and collaboration.