From Data Entry to Business Consulting

This blog explores the journey that inspired Shonta Moultrie to launch her outsourcing company.

Shonta Moultrie

11/18/20254 min read

white and black quote board on green plants
white and black quote board on green plants

My Journey to Launching an Outsourcing and Business Consulting Company

I’ve often thought about how my career path unfolded, and looking back, it’s clear that each chapter shaped my vision for the outsourcing and business consulting company I now run. My journey began in an unexpected place, at my father’s bonding company, where I got my first taste of business operations.

The First Step: Learning the Ropes at My Father’s Business

I was young when I started working at my father’s bonding company, entering data from bonding sheets into the company’s computer. In today’s terms, I would have been considered a data entry representative, though back then, I was just learning the ropes. This role taught me the importance of accuracy, attention to detail, and understanding the back-end operations that keep a business running smoothly.

I didn’t know it at the time, but those early years spent typing in data, processing information, and ensuring accuracy would form the foundation for everything that came next.

Growing in Customer Service: The 6-Year Customer Service Chapter

After a few years, I ventured out and spent roughly six years working as a customer service representative for various companies. It wasn’t glamorous, but those years were pivotal. I developed strong communication skills, learned how to solve problems on the fly, and began to understand the delicate balance between customer satisfaction and business efficiency. Working in customer service taught me to listen, empathize, and think on my feet—skills that would prove invaluable in every role I took on afterward.

A Decade in On-Shore Outsourcing: Building Expertise

Then, in a twist of fate, I landed a job with an on-shore outsourcing company, where I spent nearly 10 years. Although my career there started in back-office support, handling system exception reports and providing accounting support—things like balancing, check stops, and reissues. I didn’t just process data; I was actively solving problems and recommending solutions - still customer service. This time, the customer service I was providing was for internal, as well as external customers. In fact, I created a team to handle flood compliance, a necessity I identified after seeing inefficiencies in how the process was managed. This was a major turning point for me, where I realized how much I loved identifying process improvements and optimizing workflows.

I was managing client reports, handling disputes, and corresponding with both clients and customers. It was a role that required constant calibration between teams, clear communication, and a relentless focus on process efficiency. As I navigated through these roles, I began to see firsthand the challenges that outsourcing companies face and how often those challenges are felt by the end customer.

The Outsourcing Industry’s Struggles: Where It Often Falls Short

After working in outsourcing for nearly a decade, I noticed one glaring issue that stuck with me: the experience for clients, customers, and outsourcing companies themselves was often less than seamless. In fact, it was usually downright disjointed.

For many businesses that rely on outsourcing, especially nearshore and offshore outsourcing, the process is anything but smooth. Cultural differences, time zone challenges, and communication barriers (such as accents or fluency in English) often make things harder than they need to be. And let’s face it—when you’re on the phone with a customer service rep or trying to resolve an issue, the last thing you want is to feel like you’re speaking to someone halfway across the world who doesn’t understand your expectations.

The disconnect between outsourcing companies and their clients is often exacerbated by the fact that many outsourcing business owners aren’t based in the U.S. The result? Expectations are missed. Costly errors are made. Processes are delayed. And customers are left frustrated. It’s not for a lack of effort or intelligence—far from it. But the core issue often boils down to misalignment in terms of communication, cultural understanding, and operational efficiency.

A Better Way: Onshore Feel, Offshore Pricing, White-Glove Service

That’s when it hit me: Wouldn’t it be incredible to create a company that combined the best of both worlds?

A company that offered onshore feels with offshore pricing. A company that could provide white-glove service—where customers never even knew an outsourcing partner was involved because the experience was that seamless.

The ideal outsourcing model should be so smooth, so integrated, that the customer experience feels entirely internal to the client. It’s a level of service and quality that businesses should expect because, at the end of the day, customers are the priority.

This is the philosophy that led me to start my own outsourcing and business consulting company. My goal isn’t just to meet expectations—it’s to exceed them. I want to help businesses streamline their operations, improve their processes, and enhance the customer experience without the headaches that often come with traditional outsourcing.

What I’ve Learned: Process Improvement Is Key

Throughout my career, one thing has become abundantly clear: success in outsourcing comes down to one critical factor—process improvement. If you don’t have well-defined workflows, clear communication channels, and a deep understanding of how to bridge the gap between clients, customers, and outsourcing teams, things will fall apart.

It’s also about collaboration. It’s about bringing departments together and ensuring everyone is on the same page. That’s why, in my new venture, I focus heavily on process flows, ensuring that each piece of the puzzle fits together perfectly. I believe that when teams collaborate effectively and share the same goals, the result is a smooth, efficient, and ultimately rewarding experience for everyone involved.

The Future: Helping Businesses Succeed with Seamless Outsourcing

So here I am today, with a deep understanding of the inner workings of both on-shore and off-shore outsourcing. My mission is simple: to offer businesses the perfect blend of cost-effective outsourcing and top-tier service, with the seamless experience that customers deserve.

Let’s face it: outsourcing shouldn’t feel like a burden. It should feel like an extension of your own team—one that works in harmony with your business goals, helps you grow, and most importantly, makes your customers happy.

This is the vision and the future of outsourcing: A business that is able to provide the best service to their customers—without compromise.