Our Team

Deborah Kiernan-Ottum
COO & Creative Director | Communications Strategist | Co-Author | Vision Driver

Deborah Kiernan-Ottum brings a unique blend of strategic insight, creative energy, and real-world business experience to her role as COO and Creative Director of Ottum Enterprises.

With a strong background in small business ownership, operations, and contract management in the construction industry, Deborah brings a deep understanding of what business owners need to succeed. She has a gift for clarifying communication, identifying systems that work, and developing tools that empower others.

Deborah is co-author of Create Intimacy… in as Little as 8 Seconds a Day! and the creative force behind the Love from Strength™ series and The Couples Growth Challenge™, a transformative relationship-building process she co-developed with Wayne.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) certification from NCMA, various other industry certifications for public and private sectors with ACEC – Washington and APWA – Washington and has participated in a wide range of seminars and trainings on business relations and operations, personal growth, and relationship development.

On the creative side, Deborah is a published writer, experienced editor, and long-time supporter of the arts. She brings all these passions together to make sure every product and service we offer is not only strategically sound—but relevant, meaningful, and human.

“My greatest joy is helping people see what’s possible—for their business, their relationships, and themselves – and giving them the tools to make it real.” — Deborah