Vallene Kailburn
Chief Operating Officer
Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, Val leads the people, systems, and operations behind OTM’s work. She connects business strategy with day-to-day execution, giving teams the clarity, resources, and support to deliver exceptional results. With a firm belief in the power of collaboration, Val builds a high-performing workplace culture that encourages ownership, creativity, and innovation. Her creative roots continue to shape her leadership, bringing a designer’s eye for quality and a problem-solver’s mindset to how the agency works and grows.
Background and Experience
Val is a creator of brands, a builder of systems, and a leader of people. With a background in design and a passion for problem-solving, she brings a creative, strategic perspective to business operations. Her strength lies in understanding business challenges through empathy and insight, then designing practical solutions that drive real results. Having helped shape and launch countless lasting brand identities, she understands how strong strategy, thoughtful creative, and consistent execution work together to help businesses thrive.
As a leader, Val is known for bringing out the best in those around her. Whether developing talent, improving processes, or guiding creative direction, she leads with clarity, collaboration, and vision. She connects individual strengths with shared goals, building a team that takes pride in its work and ownership of its outcomes.
Val’s impact extends beyond her agency. She is an engaged member of the Northern Colorado business community, having served with organizations such as LLAC, Project Smile, and the Poudre School District Foundation. She is a proud graduate of the NoCo Leadership program and currently serves on the board of the Northern Colorado Legislative Alliance, where she advocates for small businesses.
Her passion today is helping fellow business owners thrive in an ever-changing economic climate by building strong teams, adaptable businesses, and brands that last.
Community Involvement
- 2024-Present City of Fort Collins Economic Advisory Committee Board Member
- 2023-Present Northern Colorado Legislative Alliance Board Member
- 2016-2019 PSD Foundation Board Member
- 2015-2019 Rotarian
- 2015 Leadership Fort Collins Graduate
- 2009-2013 Project Smile Board Member & 2013 Board President
Recognition
- 2021 Women of Distinction Award
- 2021 Top 100 Colorado Women-Owned Businesses
- 2018 Rotary Spirit Award Recipient
Certifications
- Deloitte Board Readiness Program for Women
- Louder Than Ten Project Management
- Karrikins Group Certified Aligned Leader
- Certified Brand Strategist