our services
Governance Consulting and Support
Ensuring effective governance is at the core of our work with nonprofits, foundations, and associations. We know that the best boards are strategic and lead in partnership with the executive for mission impact. Our due diligence is designed so that we can understand and meet you where you are and take you to the next level by engaging and tapping into your board at its highest and best level.
Consulting needs vary for each client, but our most frequently requested services are:
- Governance reviews
- Board development and engagement
- Strengthening the chief executive/board relationship
- Clarifying the fiduciary, strategic, and generative work of the board
Our work draws on research-based practices and global experience but is always tailored for your specific board or audience.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Our work to deepen understanding of the opportunities related to DEI and help nonprofits prioritize and implement change focuses on setting the tone at the top. Boards play a critical role in demonstrating leadership and commitment, but often need the space to reflect on how to become more inclusive and understand how to advance equity. Our consulting and training on DEI engages participants in a process of learning and discovering, with a focus on creating systemic change for the future.
Services include, but are not limited to:
- Educational workshops with facilitated critical conversations on diversity, inclusion, and equity
- DEI strategy planning
- Facilitating group learning experiences to design DEI strategies (DEI cohorts)
- Conference keynotes and breakout sessions
Speaking Engagements and Workshops
An inspiring and engaging speaker, Vernetta Walker delivers thought-provoking presentations to challenge complacency and status quo, create change, and drive better performance. Popular topics include effective nonprofit leadership, exceptional governance practices, and authentic leadership on diversity, inclusion, and equity.
We welcome both in-person and virtual events.
Executive Coaching
Developing a constructive partnership with the board is essential for the executive and organization. Our executive coaching provides executives with the necessary tools to successfully and adeptly navigate new leadership roles and the transition to the non-profit sector. Executives moving into the top spot and those new to the nonprofit sector have lots of questions about policies and organizational culture. We have the expertise to help you.
Coaching can help you hit the ground running. Whether you are learning to work with the board chair, leading former peers, or working to understand the nonprofit context, we can help you think through and tackle your challenges.