Services & Engagement Options
Nonprofits can go farther, faster when they have clarity about their purpose and a willingness to stay focused on that vision, no matter what's shifting in the environment. I work with leadership teams to get clear, get organized, and get to work on the priorities that will move the needle. Leaders bring me in when they are at a major inflection point and need a great listener to facilitate productive conversations that help the team figure out where they are going. After working with me, teams are clearer about what's important, aligned on how they want to work together to move forward, and energized and ready to go. Popular services are listed below, but all engagements are customized based on your needs.
Strategic Planning
Bringing clarity, alignment, and focus to your organization for accelerated impact. Using an inclusive process, I work with your organizational leaders to craft a strategic plan that defines where you want to go and what you'll prioritize in order to get there.
Fractional Chief of Staff
Supporting the CEO and executive team during a time of strategic or leadership transition. I jump into the rhythm of the business to support cross-organizational alignment, coordinated change, and high-level planning - bringing a sense of order to discussions that usually feel messy.
Program Design
Partnering with program leaders and staff to assess and design nonprofit programs. I bring a design process to scope the environment, capture input from stakeholders, and facilitate conversations with staff to think about the desired impact of a program and the structure that will make it possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When do organizations usually engage your services?
A: I'm best utilized when organizations are going through a high-level change (new leaders, merger/acquisition, new strategic plan, etc.). I bring extra stability, structure, and focus to help teams navigate questions around strategy and culture.
Q: What does a typical engagement look like?
A: Engagements are designed around your organization's needs, priorities, and timeline, usually lasting from 3 - 9 months to get you grounded and on your way. Typical elements include leadership interviews and discovery, meeting design and facilitation, project management, and documentation of things like work plans and progress review cadence.
Q: How would you describe your approach to onboarding with a new organization?
A: I lead with curiosity and warmth to focus on relationship-building from the start. I bring a positive, proactive attitude and the confidence that I will figure out whatever needs to be figured out to help a team move forward.