Big Sea
Strategies
Navigating Change
The generalist specialist
"Where do I fit in?" is the question every Generalist asks. As both an experienced Generalist and strengths-based coach I help Generalists and their managers understand, communicate and develop their unique value. I developed a framework and approach to help Generalists map their strengths, understand their needs and confidently claim their path forward.
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Services include
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Post-Pandemic Planning
in the New Normal
A nonprofit board originally intent on strategic planning, was forced instead to address the impact of the pandemic. The pivot included an environmental scan, facilitation of values and identification of short-term objectives and framework for making decisions. Results included near-term board goals and increased support for CEO decision-making during crisis.
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Interim Executive Director
Served as interim executive director for new literacy non-profit. Focused on partner identification, development, program strategy and delivery. Identified advisors and supported the hiring and onboarding of permanent executive director. Results included fulfillment of ambitious near-term goals and framework for continuing growth.
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Talent Strategy
Created and managed talent strategy and performance management for national nonprofit start-up, including: talent strategy, recruitment, culture cultivation, retreats and performance management processes. Results included diverse talent pipeline, role clarification and competencies, implementation of feedback tools to support performance.
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Strengthen Partnerships
Developed and delivered year-long capacity building program for over 40 nonprofit partners to the National Park Service. Included theory of change, program development and, for individual engagements: organizational assessments, coaching executive directors and boards and facilitated strategy sessions. Evaluated results included measurable increase in revenue and stronger partnerships.
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