Nonprofit Consulting
Strategic, grounded consulting for mission-driven organizations navigating growth, transition, leadership change, or big-picture decisions. With more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Jennifer supports organizations with the clarity, structure, and relational insight needed to move forward thoughtfully.
Consulting Support for Nonprofit Leaders & Organizations
Nonprofit work is deeply meaningful, but it can also be complex, under-resourced, and emotionally demanding. Whether your organization is growing, restructuring, merging, strengthening internal systems, or trying to clarify what comes next, having an experienced outside partner can make the process feel more focused and manageable.
Jennifer brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience, including roles as Program Supervisor, Executive Director, Interim CEO, and President & CEO within the Big Brothers Big Sisters network. Her consulting approach blends strategic thinking, operational clarity, and a deep understanding of the human side of organizational life.
Areas of Consulting Support
Jennifer offers support with:
Strategic planning and organizational development
Nonprofit management and operations
Board governance and board development
Executive coaching and leadership support
Staff development and team engagement
Fundraising strategy and community partnerships
Equity, inclusion, and culture-building
Program design and evaluation
Change management, mergers, and organizational transitions
501(c)(3) formation and infrastructure development
A Consultant Who Understands the Work From the Inside
Jennifer has led organizations through major periods of growth and change, including federal grant expansion, 501(c)(3) formation, leadership transitions, rebranding, regional growth, and organizational merger. Her background includes directing the merger that created Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan, supporting board development, culture alignment, and system integration through a significant organizational transition.
Because she has sat in executive leadership seats herself, Jennifer understands the pressure nonprofit leaders carry: balancing mission, funding, staff needs, board expectations, community relationships, and the real people behind every decision.
Leadership & Experience
Jennifer brings more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience across local, regional, and statewide organizations, with a focus on youth services, organizational growth, and mission-driven impact.
Her leadership roles have included:
President & CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan (2023–2025)
Interim CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Detroit (2022–2023)
Executive Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County (2007–2023)
Youth Services Director, HelpSource (2006–2007)
Program Supervisor, Big Brothers Big Sisters (2002–2007)
Selected Leadership Highlights
Led the transition of a major youth program into an independent 501(c)(3), building infrastructure, governance, and systems from the ground up
Directed a large-scale organizational merger, aligning culture, systems, and leadership across two agencies
Secured and implemented federal funding that expanded youth services from 163 to 585 participants within five years
Managed multi-program youth services including foster care, adoption, and residential treatment programs
Led organizations recognized with statewide and national awards for program quality and impact
Maintained program outcomes above national benchmarks for retention and relationship success
Ready to Talk Through What Your Organization Needs?
If your nonprofit is navigating growth, change, or a season of uncertainty, Jennifer offers a steady, experienced space to think strategically and move forward with intention.