Organizational Planning & Problem Solving

We facilitate retreats and workshops that leverage your teams' strengths to create plans to move your organization towards a desired future state, quickly solve challenging organizational problems, and identify pathways to navigate the complexities of change.

  • Client Results

    “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jon at two universities for team building and strategic planning. Jon is an engaging facilitator, able to guide teams toward identifying goals in a collaborative and efficient way while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. I highly recommend Jon to any organization for strategic planning.” 

    Melaine Kenyon

    Chief Information Officer

  • Client Results

    “Jon’s guidance and facilitation of our division’s retreat helped to provide the jump start we needed to further identify and clarify goals and action plans. We walked away with an assignment for each goal and at each quarter we review our goals and plans to determine/evaluate our success. We would gladly invite him back!"

    Dr. Karen Jones

    Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • Client Results

    "One of my organizations was faced with a culture challenge, and I brought in Jon to help. He was thoughtful and compassionate regarding where the organization was currently and helped encourage a mindset focused on the future and solutions. Jon’s approach to involve all members of the organization in the process and give ownership of the outcomes to the organization members created high buy-in from everyone!"

    Trung Nguyen

    Assistant Vice President for Student Engagement and Success

  • Client Results

    “I had the privilege of collaborating with Jonathan on a substantial organizational culture study at a higher education institute where we were both employed. Drawing from my experience in leading culture studies in organizations, I gained valuable insights from Jonathan's expertise, which strengthened my own practice. His keen observations, strategic methodology, and unwavering dedication revealed invaluable insights. Jonathan possesses a unique talent for deciphering large datasets and inspiring action based on their findings. I wholeheartedly endorse Jonathan to any organization seeking impactful leadership and organizational development expertise.”

    John Cabra

    Professor Emeritus of Creativity and Change Leadership

What We Help You Do

By harnessing the expertise and experience of the people closest to the work, we will help you create better outcomes for your organization. It's not just about solving problems; it's about making life better for your employees, one solution at a time. We help with:

  • Strategic Planning 

  • Organizational Capacity Building 

  • Design Thinking and Problem Solving Workshops 

  • Vision, Mission, and Values Development

  • Organizational Culture Assessments and Improvement Plans

  • Standard Operating Procedure Design and Implementation

How it Works

  • Our initial phase of engagement focuses on deeply understanding your organization's current state, goals, and the challenges that hinder progress. We utilize tools like stakeholder interviews, focus groups, surveys, and reviewing existing data; we aim to get a comprehensive view of your needs and obstacles. This foundational step ensures that our strategic planning and problem-solving efforts align precisely with your unique needs and aspirations.

  • Armed with a comprehensive understanding of your organization's goals and challenges, we move to the creative phase of designing plans and solutions co-created with managers and employees closest to the work. Leveraging methodologies like human-centered design, strategic planning, and appreciative inquiry, we co-create actionable strategies and solutions that are both ambitious and achievable.

  • The final phase transitions from planning to action, focusing on implementing the developed strategies and solutions. We support your organization through organizational development and project management practices, facilitating the adoption of new processes and behaviors. By establishing clear metrics for success and regularly assessing progress, we ensure that the implementation process is transparent, accountable, and aligned with your strategic objectives. Ultimately, we aim to leave your organization empowered with the tools and capabilities to sustain continuous improvement and adapt to future challenges.

In a world filled with complex problems, facilitating problem-solving and planning with those closest to the issues is your compass.

We’re here to guide you to solutions that are effective, meaningful, and practical.