We provide systems-based, practical & impactful solutions to common operational challenges faced by small businesses & nonprofits. We work intimately with you to identify the areas that you need support with, so we can tailor solutions for your project and team. Specifically, the services we offer include:
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Board Governance/Development
Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group
Board Secretary & President
Dana York
Former Board Chair
401-708-6794
[email protected]
- Served as the chair of the Governance Committee, working to establish & employ best practices regarding board management & oversight. - Coordinated regular virtual communication with board & staff members across the 16 southern states. - Engaged in strategic planning, program development, & social justice direction for this regional organization. - Worked closely with the Executive Director & Board virtually. - Successfully facilitated the fiscally & socially responsible closing of the organization.
Board Governance/Development
Firefly Gathering
Board Establishment, Consulting, Administrative Director
Marissa Percoco
Executive Director
503-812-8432
[email protected]
- Helped pull together and oversee the 1023 application process. - Advised on the development of the board and board best practices, with an eye towards equity and inclusion efforts of the organization, just as the non-profit was getting established (a key moment!) - Helped current staff understand board management techniques and best practices.
Human Resources
Valley Camp Peru
Consulting
Cole York
Executive Director
912-663-0916
[email protected]
- Advised on Executive Director duties & delegation. - Onboarding: Helped develop onboarding & management programs to facilitate smooth transitions for new team members, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. - HR Policies: Helped ED establish HR policies and procedures, promoting a fair and inclusive workplace culture.
Human Resources
Organic Growers School
Director of Programs & Systems Design
Lee Warren
Former Executive Director
828-772-5846
[email protected]
- Personnel Management: Proficiently managed a virtual team and staff, demonstrating strong leadership in task allocation, performance evaluation, and team development. - Onboarding Expertise: Orchestrated seamless onboarding processes for numerous team members, streamlining orientation and training activities to enhance productivity and cultural integration. - Policy Development: Contributed to the formulation and maintenance of HR policies and procedures, aligning them with the organization's mission and values. - Compliance Assurance: Upheld rigorous compliance standards, ensuring that HR activities adhered to legal and ethical regulations while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
Program Planning and Evaluation
Organic Growers School
Director of Programs & Systems Design
Lee Warren
Former Executive Director
828-772-5846
[email protected]
- Strategic Visioning: Collaborated with leadership to define long-term program goals and vision, aligning them with OGS's mission of promoting sustainable agriculture and community education. - Program Development: Designed and implemented various educational programs and initiatives, catering to diverse audiences, including farmers, educators, and the general public. - Curriculum Design: Crafted educational curricula, ensuring alignment with program objectives and contemporary best practices in agricultural and environmental education. - Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitated community engagement by involving key stakeholders and partners in the planning and execution of programs, enhancing the relevance and impact of OGS initiatives. - Program Evaluation: Developed and executed comprehensive program evaluation strategies to assess the effectiveness and outcomes of educational programs, collecting data and feedback for continuous improvement. - Data Analysis: Analyzed program evaluation data to derive actionable insights, helping OGS make informed decisions and enhancements to its offerings. - Impact Assessment: Assessed the long-term impact of OGS programs on participants, the local agricultural community, and the broader sustainable agriculture movement. - Feedback Integration: Incorporated stakeholder feedback into program planning and refinement, fostering a responsive and adaptive approach to educational offerings. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with diverse teams within OGS, including educators, administrators, and external partners, to ensure seamless program planning and execution. - Resource Allocation: Managed program budgets, allocating resources effectively to maximize program reach and impact. - Grant Management: Secured funding through grant applications and effectively managed grant-related requirements to support OGS programs.
Program Planning and Evaluation
Firefly Gathering
Board Establishment, Consulting, Administrative Director
Marissa Percoco
Executive Director
503-812-8432
[email protected]
-Strategic Visioning: Collaborated with leadership to define long-term program goals and vision, aligning them with OGS's mission of promoting sustainable agriculture and community education. -Program Development: Designed and implemented various educational programs and initiatives, catering to diverse audiences, including farmers, educators, and the general public. -Program Evaluation: Developed and executed comprehensive program evaluation strategies to assess the effectiveness and outcomes of educational programs, collecting data and feedback for continuous improvement.
Organizational Development/Change
Firefly Gathering
Board Establishment, Consulting, Administrative Director
Marissa Percoco
Executive Director
503-812-8432
[email protected]
-Nonprofit Formation: Guided this (and other) clients through the process of forming a nonprofit organization, including structuring governance, preparing articles of incorporation, and filing for tax-exempt status. -IRS Compliance: Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of IRS regulations, ensuring that the client met the necessary criteria for tax- exempt status and complied with ongoing reporting requirements. -Documentation Preparation: Prepared and reviewed the necessary documentation for nonprofit formation, including bylaws, mission statements, and organizational policies. -Board Development: Assisted organizations in establishing effective boards of directors, guiding them in selecting board members, defining roles, and fostering governance best practices. 501(c)(3) Applications: Facilitated the preparation and submission of 501(c)(3) tax-exemption applications to the IRS, shepherding clients through the application process. Capacity Building: Collaborated with nonprofit leaders to build organizational capacity, enabling them to better serve their missions and communities. Ethical and Legal Compliance: Emphasized the importance of ethical practices and compliance with all legal obligations to build trust and credibility within the nonprofit sector.
Organizational Development/Change
Sonology
Consultant
Keith Sweezy
Executive Director
[email protected]
-Nonprofit Formation: Guided this (and other) clients through the process of forming a nonprofit organization, including structuring governance, preparing articles of incorporation, and filing for tax-exempt status. -IRS Compliance: Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of IRS regulations, ensuring that the client met the necessary criteria for tax-exempt status and complied with ongoing reporting requirements. -Documentation Preparation: Prepared and reviewed the necessary documentation for nonprofit formation, including bylaws, mission statements, and organizational policies. -501(c)(3) Applications: Facilitated the preparation and submission of 501(c)(3) tax-exemption applications to the IRS, shepherding clients through the application process.
Western North Carolina Nonprofit Pathways
P.O. Box 7667
Asheville, NC 28802
Phone: 828-242-9028
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