Katya HUGHES
Founder & CEO
INFLECTION POINT STUDIO
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Growth & Investment
Industry & Supply Chain
Space, Aeronautics & Defense
About Me
Hi, I'm Katya Hughes, CEO of Inflection Point Studio. I help tech businesses scale smoothly by coaching Founders & CEOs on business operations.
Former Director of Operational Excellence at Honeywell Aerospace, Head of BizOps at Virgin Galactic, Head of Product Support /Systems Eng. at Northrop, PMO at GOGO.
Six Sigma Lean Expert, Green Belt, PMP, MS in IT, BBA in Management, Graduate Certificate in Space Operations @Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Financial Accounting Certificate @ Harvard Business School.
After two decades of working in established and startup technology companies, I've observed clear patterns of business behavior that distinguish successful companies from those that struggle. Certain non-negotiable principles enable businesses not just to survive but to thrive. These principles are fundamentally different from those that unknowingly drain resources, ultimately jeopardizing success. It brings me great satisfaction to share what I’ve learned to help others.
Hear My Insights
Founders Discussion - Execution is Everything: How Founders Deliver at Scale
Scaling a business isn’t just about growth—it’s about executing with precision at every stage. Learn what it takes to scale operations, grow teams, and maintain performance in fast-paced environments. From aligning strategy with execution to structuring teams for speed, discover how to manage the shift from startup agility to sustained growth.
Founders Discussion - Go-to-Market Playbook: What Founders Got Right (and Wrong)
A successful go-to-market strategy is key to driving growth. Learn how to define your Ideal Customer Profile, choose the right pricing strategy, and pick the best channels for your product. Avoid common mistakes like underpricing or vague messaging, and discover how to build credibility with testimonials, case studies, and early adopters.