Who it's for
Are you struggling with…
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Want to start or grow their business but don’t know where to begin
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Have clients but lack structure and systems
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Need guidance on hiring, scaling, or expanding their services
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Want a clear blueprint for revenue, team growth, and business organization
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Working nonstop but still feeling stuck or burnt out?
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Attracting (and keeping) the right clients consistently?
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Wearing every hat because you can’t delegate or find support?
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Overthinking decisions without a clear growth strategy?
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Stuck, overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next?
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Validate your business idea and get organized
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Build systems that run without you
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Scale efficiently and profitably
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Launch new services or products
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Gain confidence and clarity in decision-making
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Limited access to mentors, guidance, or fresh ideas?
Meet Julia, the person behind the brand
Julia Akinyooye is an accomplished entrepreneur, business consultant, coach, and mentor with nearly 20 years of professional experience. She is the Founder of Emmanuel Consulting Agency, a New York–based, top-rated business consulting firm established in 2015 and certified MWBE with New York State, New York City, and Nassau County.
Julia began her career as a nurse, earning her master’s degree and rapidly advancing into C-level leadership roles—retiring as a nurse at age 30 to pursue entrepreneurship full-time. Since then, she has founded and grown multiple successful businesses. Over the past 14 years, she has built, scaled, and strategically exited companies across industries—including home care, retail, real estate, consulting, and other service-based sectors—bringing a powerful blend of operational expertise and strategic vision to every venture she leads.
To date, Julia has consulted with hundreds or entrepreneurs and companies, including consultants and firms, coaches, therapists, educators, tutors, health and wellness professionals and facilities, home care providers, beauty experts, and other service-based business owners. Her hands-on experience spans building businesses from the ground up, optimizing operations, and navigating complex transitions—including the successful sale of one of her home care agencies—demonstrating her proven ability to create value and lead strategic exits.
Beyond operations, Julia has served on advisory boards and contributed to the development of apps and technology solutions designed to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, and support scalable business growth.
Her thought leadership has earned recognition both nationally and internationally—Julia has been featured in media outlets such as Entrepreneur.com for her business expertise and globally in Brainz Magazine for her insights on leadership and entrepreneurship. She also serves as a Business Mentor for the New York City Department of Small Business Services, where she supports emerging entrepreneurs in building sustainable, compliant, and growth-ready companies.
As a business consultant and coach, Julia specializes in helping entrepreneurs launch, structure, and scale smarter—not harder. Her expertise includes strategic planning, operational assessments, regulatory compliance, training and program development, coaching, and growth planning. She equips business owners with the clarity, tools, and frameworks needed to grow confidently and sustainably.
Her mission is to empower entrepreneurs to turn vision into action and potential into profit, helping them build companies that grow with purpose and integrity.
Professional Values
Authenticy. Honesty. Quality. Respect. Professionalism.
Areas of Expertise
Professional Services
Consultants
Coaches
Educators
Health Care
Therapists
Wellness
Beauty Services
Home-Based Services
Service-Based Services
"I believe you can start, structure, and scale your business smarter—not harder—with the proper consulting, tools, and resources to create a legacy. My ultimate goal is to empower more entrepreneurs to start and succeed, helping them build businesses that thrive sustainably while making a meaningful difference in their industries and communities".
Helping entrepreneurs start, structure, scale, and succeed
Violet Sudol
Working with Julia has been a game-changer for me. She's incredibly organized and has a talent for breaking down complex projects into manageable steps, making progress feel within reach. Her clear vision and strategic approach are genuinely inspiring.
Marie Toupou
Working with Julia has been nothing short of exceptional. She also provided significant information for growth. You can tell she truly cares about her clients and wants them to succeed.
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Industries & Businesses Served
Julia has consulted with a wide range of service-based businesses and organizations
Professional
Professional Services
Technology Brands
Government Contracting
Non-profit Organizations
Mergers and Acquisitions
Franchise
Education
Training Schools
Consulting
Educational Services
Compliance Firms
Other Education Services
Lifestyle
Retail
Beauty Brands and Salons
Wellness, Spa, Lifestyle
Coaching
Short-term Rentals
Health Care
Home Care & Staffing
Counseling/Therapy
Private Practices
Doula Services
Other Healthcare Services
Work With Julia
Personalized consulting, strategy, and mentorship for service-based entrepreneurs ready to start, scale, and grow their businesses with clarity and confidence.
Start Smart
Business Strategy & Growth Foundations Lay the groundwork to launch or strengthen your business with clarity and purpose.
Scale Strong
Operations, Systems & Compliance Build the structure, efficiency, and systems your business needs to scale sustainably.
Grow
Expand your reach and revenue through expansion of services, territories certifications, partnerships, and contracts.
Lead & Thrive
Coaching, Mentorship & Training Develop the leadership mindset and team culture to sustain growth and long-term success.
Service Offerings
Done With You | Duration: 1 Hour
A powerful strategy call designed for quick wins and clarity. Whether it’s refining your business structure, improving your client experience, or simplifying your operations, this hour is about solving one key challenge and getting you unstuck fast.
Done With You | Duration: 90 Minutes
Perfect for entrepreneurs who need a sharp eye on what’s holding their business back.
In this focused session, we’ll identify gaps, uncover missed opportunities, and give you a clear roadmap of actionable steps to strengthen your systems, structure, and strategy.
Done With You | Duration: 6 Hours (or split into 2 days)
(Half-day available upon request)
A transformative deep-dive experience designed to create breakthrough clarity and an actionable plan around up to three core business priorities.
1:1 Private Consulting | Done With You A focused month of support to realign your business with clarity and momentum. A reset designed to help you simplify, organize, and take intentional action. A deep dive – to uncover your goals, bottlenecks, and opportunities. Strategy, business planning, accountability aWeekly email support and action summaries
1:1 Intensive Growth Partnership | Duration: 90 Days
This high-touch program blends strategy, accountability, and implementation support so you can strengthen your business foundation and scale sustainably.
You’ll receive personalized guidance, consistent check-ins, and clarity-driven coaching to help you refine your business model, streamline your client flow, and elevate your income and impact.
1 Call + 1 Check-In
Stay consistent, focused, and supported between major milestones. Perfect for alumni or current clients who want to sustain their progress with gentle accountability and expert guidance.
While Julia provides personalized one-on-one consulting and mentorship, Emmanuel Consulting Agency is the trusted partner that brings your business vision to life at scale. Our team supports entrepreneurs and service-based businesses by implementing the systems, processes, and operational strategies that make growth sustainable and efficient.
We specialize in helping businesses start, scale, and grow with confidence, providing hands-on support
Emmanuel Consulting Agency is a top-rated NY based Business Consulting firm established in 2015 helping entrepreneurs and organizations implement structure, compliance, and operational excellence.
Industries Served: Service-based industries | Professional Services | Beauty/Wellness | Education | Health Care| Real Estate | Government Contracting
About
ACTION.
For Service-Based Entrepreneurs Ready to Grow with Clarity, Confidence, and Community
Action is an Entrepreneur Membership for all levels of business owners — from solopreneurs to seasoned leaders. Here, you get expert consulting, practical tools, and a supportive network to clarify your next steps, implement actionable strategies, and grow with confidence. It’s where vision becomes reality, obstacles are solved, and ambitious entrepreneurs take decisive action.
Think of your entrepreneurial journey like your own movie, you’re the star, the story is your vision, and every scene and every action brings you closer to your goals.
Action is the first-ever consulting business membership for CEOs, founders, and solopreneurs. Whether you’re just starting out and need to validate your idea, organize your business, or grow and scale your existing operations, this membership guides you step by step.
Unlike typical business communities, we’re not here just to cheer you on or make you feel good. Action is action-based, results-driven, and consulting-focused. We work with you to accomplish your goals, implement systems, and grow your business efficiently.
Since 2015, our team has consulted, built, and scaled businesses, giving you a unique advantage. We offer mentorship, consulting, community, and confidence. We help you start, scale, thrive, and even create an exit strategy if that’s your goal.
Our Why
From The Founder
I started Action because I’ve spent years consulting with entrepreneurs—solo founders, small to medium sized business owners, and leaders of growing companies—and I saw a pattern:
Entrepreneurs were stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. They had amazing ideas and incredible services, whether just starting out or running an established business, they struggled with turning ideas into action, building effective systems, scaling revenue, or managing teams and operations. Some were making decisions in isolation, others struggled to turn their vision into reality. Many were lonely, uncertain, and lacking support, doing everything on their own and sacrificing time, energy, and peace of mind.
I got tired of seeing brilliant ideas stall or struggle simply because the “how-to” was missing. I realized that if entrepreneurs had the right guidance, actionable steps, and even someone to help implement their vision, they could focus on what they do best—serving clients, innovating, and growing their business.
That’s why I created Action: a business membership that combines your own personal business consultant, our proven ACTION framework strategy, systems, actionable steps, mentorship, expert guidance, and a supportive community. Truly everything an entrepreneur needs to reach success and sustainability. Action exists so that more entrepreneurs can stop struggling, stop overthinking, and start building the companies they’ve always dreamed of—businesses that run efficiently, scale effectively, and allow their owners to focus on what truly matters.
So, let's lights, camera, and ACTION
- Julia Akinyooye Founder
Our Misson & Vision
Our mission is simple: to help entrepreneurs take meaningful action, reach their dreams, and build businesses that are efficient, scalable, and thriving. We want to replace overwhelm with clarity, uncertainty with confidence, and isolation with a community of people who understand the journey.
We believe that entrepreneurship doesn’t have to be lonely or unnecessarily hard. With the right support, entrepreneurs can move faster, make smarter decisions, and grow businesses that not only survive—but thrive.
At Action, we believe the future of business is business memberships — a model where every entrepreneur invests in their growth the same way they invest in their lifestyle.
Just as you subscribe to streaming services for entertainment or gym memberships for wellness, your business deserves a space built for continuous learning, structure, and support. A membership that helps you start, scale, and grow smarter — with access to tools, community, and expert guidance that keep you moving forward.
The next generation of successful entrepreneurs won’t just own businesses; they’ll belong to ecosystems that help them thrive.
Because the future of business is built on connection, consistency, and community — and it starts with Action.
Lights. Camera. ACTION.
Action Membership for Service-Based Entrepreneurs
Professional Services
Therapists, Healthcare, Legal and Financial professionals, and other experts who provide specialized, client-centered services.
Beauty & Wellness
Salons, Spas, Wellness Coaches, Fitness professionals, and Beauty experts looking to expand their services, optimize operations, and increase client retention.
Coaches & Consultants
Consultants, Coaches Educators, and Tutors who want to systematize their services, scale their offerings, and build recurring revenue streams.
Home-Based Service
Cleaning, Organizing, Event Planners, Virtual assistants, and Home service improvement professionals who want to build structure, and scale to a high-performing business.
Get Clarity. Grow. Scale
✦Reduce the risk of failure
✦Implement done-for-you services so you can focus on running your business
✦Provide a done-with-you model for hand-holding when needed
✦Launch new services, products, or systems in 90 days
✦Activate your confidence and keep you accountable
✦Solve your most pressing entrepreneurial challenges
✦Help you hire staff and free up your time
✦Create business plans, strategies, and executive schedules tailored to your industry
✦Formalize systems and processes that keep your business running efficiently
✦Improve client retention, quality of services, and profitability
✦Help you reach KPIs, impress investors, and win more customers
Action Framework
Assessment-We start by evaluating your current operations, systems, and strategy to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Clarity- Together, we define your vision, goals, and priorities—creating a clear roadmap that aligns your business direction and desired outcomes.
Timely Action- We help you set achievable milestones and timelines to ensure momentum, accountability, and measurable progress.
Implementation-With hands-on guidance, we support you in executing strategies building systems, and refining workflows for lasting results.
Optimization- We fine-tune processes, improve efficiency, and scale what’s working to maximize performance and profitability.
Nurture- We provide ongoing support, mentorship, and tools to sustain growth, strengthen your leadership, and position your business for long-term success.
Membership Subscriptions
Dream
For aspiring entrepreneurs, dreamers, and thinkers starting out. Perfect for side hustlers and solopreneurs brainstorming ideas, testing concepts, and planning first steps.
Ignite
For solopreneurs and small businesses! Get consulting hours, a custom business plan, strategy assessment, online tools, and community support to grow with confidence and results.
Grow
The Cultivate plan is perfect for entrepreneurs generating revenue who seek tailored support to take their business to the next level. Unlock growth with expert guidance!
Thrive
The Thrive plan supports established entrepreneurs with tailored consulting, growth strategies, sustainable systems, and networking opportunities for success.
Business Membership Benefits
Member Perks
No hassle flexibility
Start or stop anytime, membership-based flexibility as your business evloves
Built for every budget
Multiple plans for each phase of your entrepreneurial journey
Grow faster
Achieve milestones faster and reach profitability sooner
Get Access
Access to someone who can execute tasks while you work your 9–5
More Membership Perks
✦Gain clarity and take action faster
✦Reduce stress and avoid burnout
✦Build a structured, scalable, and profitable business
✦Move from idea to action
✦Personalized business planning and strategy
✦Expert guidance from real, successful entrepreneurs
