OUR YEAR IN REVIEW 2024
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GROW. INNOVATE. INSPIRE.
As we reflect on our work in 2024, we want to take a moment to recognize the exciting and productive year we ’ ve shared with so many impactful nonprofit communities.
We have had the pleasure of serving 114 unique clients, partnering across a variety of services. We extend our thanks and gratitude to those dedicated individuals and organizations committed to making a positive impact in the nonprofit sector. We’re excited to continue delivering high-impact solutions and extending our support to more key regions around the country
Since our inception in 2011, Envision Consulting has established offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Denver Our focus remains on Executive Search and Strategic Consulting Services, including leadership transitions, strategic planning, organizational assessments, board development, mergers, and compensation studies
Our unique strength lies in understanding and implementing actionable change within the nonprofit sector Our partners and senior consultants - all former executive leaders - bring practical experience in executive leadership, securing funding, navigating grants, and successfully leading strategic plans and fundraising efforts. We have set a new standard for ourselves, reshaping nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve.
As we begin conquering 2025, we look forward to collaborating with you and your brilliant teams. There is still much work to be done and we welcome the chance to help further the success and growth of your organization
Allison Fuller Managing Partner and Co-Founder
Matt Kamin Managing Partner and Co-Founder
2024 CLIENTS
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SEARCH CLIENTS
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SEARCH CLIENTS
2024 CLIENTS
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR STRATEGY CLIENTS
2024 CLIENTS
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR STRATEGY CLIENTS
SEARCH
SPOTLIGHT
With years of recruiting experience, we've learned that candidate searches are all about finding the right fit The best candidates bring reliability, consistency, and the ability to get you where you want to go We understand how challenging the search process can be, which is why we are so proud to have been able to make so many perfect matches this past year
SPOTLIGHT: The Children’s Collective Inc.,
Dr. Charles Lee-Johnson
In 2024, we had the privilege of working with The Children’s Collective, Inc (TCCI), a human services organization serving South Los Angeles since 1972 Founder Dr Jackie Kimbrough left a lasting legacy, and we were thrilled when Dr Charles LeeJohnson stepped in to lead A motivational speaker, author, and trainer, Dr Lee-Johnson brings a wealth of experience to the role
"It is both an honor and a privilege to return to the community that raised me," he says. "I am eager to provide hope, leadership, and support to the families and children of South Los Angeles. I look forward to continuing the transformational work of Dr. Jackie Kimbrough and expanding The Children's Collective Inc.'s services to enhance education, foster community engagement, and tackle poverty. It truly takes a village, and I'm excited to be a part of this journey."
I would say that working with Envision Consulting on the ED Search was a dream The process was very well defined, the timeline was accurate, and Envision did most of the heavy lifting while still hearing our needs and wishes The end result was that we hired a magnificent candidate who had all the requirements we were seeking, and wrapped it up within the stated timeframe We would certainly work with Envision Consulting in the future.
- Kelli Vieweg, Officer Cancer Support Community South Bay
SEARCH
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SPOTLIGHT: Exceptional Children’s Foundation, ylie
the vision of a society that values all abilities, Children’s Foundation (ECF) empowers special needs d adults to reach their full potential As the only n of its kind in California, finding the right COO was h 20 years in the nonprofit sector, TuLynn Smylie was the perfect fit Her work has spanned diverse communities, including the unhoused and domestic violence survivors, and she has held nearly every executive leadership role Joining ECF in July 2024, Smylie now oversees programs, HR, finance, facilities, and IT
SPOTLIGHT: Pacific Pride Foundation, Julio Roman Pacific Pride Foundation values safe, equitable spaces for the LGBTQ community. When lifelong pride advocate Julio Roman joined, we knew it was a perfect fit. With two decades of experience in advocac HIV/AIDS prevention, mental health, and homelessness, he was read lead and invest in the future of this Santa Barbara organization
“I am honored and excited to lead the Pacific Pride Foundation into our next era of impact,” Roman said “As we enhance and expand our efforts to create safe spaces and advance public health equity for LGBTQIA+ communities, we will continue to break barriers, foster resilience, and advocate tirelessly for LGBTQIA+ rights and wellbeing ”
07 INSPIRED LEADERSHIP
MEET SOME OF OUR PLACED LEADERS
AUDREY SALZBURG
Executive Director
Ryman Arts
BRETT STAPLETON
Chief Financial Officer
TreePeople
CARRIE HOWELL
Chief Executive Officer
American Migraine Foundation
BRAD REUBENDALE
Executive Director
Minds Matter Colorado
CARLOS PORRAS
Chief Financial Officer
St Barnabas Senior Services
DR. CHARLES LEE-JOHNSON
Executive Director
The Children's Collective, Inc
INSPIRED LEADERSHIP
MEET SOME OF OUR PLACED LEADERS
DIANNE CHAVES
Vice President of Youth Development
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
ERIK OSUGI
Executive Director Inward Bound Mindfulness
FATHIA MACAULEY
Chief Real Estate Development Officer
DECRO
JAMIE JOHNSON
Executive Director inewsource
GRAFTON REYES DOYLE
Associate Director Of Development Skirball Cultural Center
JAMIE ZAVALA
Executive Director Venice Arts
INSPIRED LEADERSHIP
MEET SOME OF OUR PLACED LEADERS
JULIO ROMAN
Executive Director
Pacific Pride Foundation
JONATHAN BRAND
Executive Director
Bel-Air Association
KAYLEY FRESHMAN-CAFFREY
VP & Chief Operating Officer Pathways LA
Development Manager BSC Managment
LISA HIRSCH MARIN
Chief Program Officer
YWCA Greater Los Angeles
Executive Director
Safe Parking LA
LAURA KANELLOS
MATTHEW TECLE
INSPIRED LEADERSHIP
MEET
SOME OF OUR PLACED LEADERS
PATRICIA OLIVER
Director of Operations
Connections for Children
ROCHELLE WILLIAMS PH.D.
Executive Director
Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity
STACIE PITTMAN
Chief Executive Officer
OPARC
QUINTILIA ÁVILA
Senior Director of External Affairs
Center for Caregiver Advancement
SERGIO RIZZO-FONTANESI
President & Chief Executive Officer
AbilityFirst
STACIE SCOTT
Chief Financial Officer
Seneca Family of Agencies
INSPIRED LEADERSHIP
MEET SOME OF OUR PLACED LEADERS
TULYNN SMYLIE Chief Operating Officer
Exceptional Children’s Foundation
WILLIAM TANNEHILL Director of Operations
Foster All
VALERIE LORD Director of Advancement The Midnight Mission
WOODBURN T. SCHOFIELD, JR. Deputy Director of Operations Skirball Cultural Center
12 NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT
AMERICAN MIGRAINE FOUNDATION
SPOTLIGHT: American Migraine Foundation, Carrie Howell
Envision Consulting was thrilled to lead AMF’s national search for a new CEO. For this remote role, we sought a passionate leader to support AMF’s mission to “mobilize a community for patient support and advocacy ” Carrie Howell was a standout candidate with her distinguished nonprofit career, including executive director roles at Hospitality House, Dup15q Alliance, and a therapeutic home for teen girls
"I am honored to accept the CEO role at the American Migraine Foundation,” Carrie said. “This is an exceptional opportunity to lead an organization committed to improving lives, and I look forward to collaborating with our community, advancing research, and driving impactful initiatives to empower those navigating this complex condition."
Carrie Howell, Chief Executive Officer
STRATEGY SERVICES
SPOTLIGHTS
SPOTLIGHT: YWCA Greater LA
Since 1894, YWCA Greater Los Angeles has been engaged in service that furthers YWCA’s national mission of eliminating racism and empowering women in their community. This past year, they enlisted the talents of Envision to assist them in defining their goals with the creation of a new strategic plan. Recognizing this pivotal moment in their development, CEO Lori Carmona stated, “This plan is both a reflection of our commitment and a forward-looking blueprint to meet LA’s evolving needs ”
Together with Lori and the Board of Directors, led by Chair Kymberly Garrett, we worked to help YWCA Greater Los Angeles develop an inspiring 5-year vision with 10 clear and actionable strategies to help them realize it By enhancing, elevating, and empowering their staff and clients, YWCA Greater Los Angeles is on the path to a thriving future for the women and families they serve.
Envision was integral in New Horizons accomplishing its 2024 strategic goals Thanks to their financial expertise, honest communication and dependable follow through, we were able to revamp our financial planning as well as seamlessly merge with The Campbell Center organization Envision consistently delivers transformative results thanks to their ability to navigate complex challenges, identify growth opportunities and align organizational goals. Choosing Envision as a team member will ensure that your organization will not only thrive but emerge as a leader in its industry.
John Brauer, CEO, New Horizons
Envision Consulting has deepened our strategic impact by introducing a dedicated focus on Compensation Studies This offering brings clarity to compensation structures, supports pay equity, and provides organizations with the tools to plan for long-term sustainability.
STRATEGY SERVICES
SPOTLIGHTS
SPOTLIGHT:
Seneca Family of Agencies
Established in 1985, Seneca Family of Agencies provides critical, interconnected educational, behavioral health, residential, and wraparound services to children and families The organization has grown steadily for nearly 40 years, more than tripling in size since 2009
To support this growth and change, Seneca engaged our expertise to conduct a compensation benchmark and analysis for their 1,400 employees. Our findings provided the organization with a comprehensive report on compensation competitiveness and employee retention strategies
SPOTLIGHT: The Campbell Center and New Horizons New Horizons and The Campbell Center have been successfully serving San Fernando Valley’s neurodiverse community for 70 years Envision was thrilled to facilitate their merger as we knew it would only strengthen the mission and services each organization provides “At the heart of this merger is our unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities,” says John Brauer, CEO of New Horizons “Together, we will leverage our combined strengths to broaden our reach and pioneer innovative solutions that empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives.” The now combined entity plans to develop new programs tailored to meet the unique needs of different demographics within the disability community, including those of high school students transitioning into adulthood, young adults seeking housing and employment and the evolving needs of aging participants. “We plan to build a foundation for services that will support the needs and aspirations of all those we serve for years to come, ” says Muhannad Malki, The Campbell Center Chairperson
STRATEGY SERVICES
SPOTLIGHT
SPOTLIGHT: Easterseals Southern California
Easterseals Southern California (ESSC) and AbilityFirst are two extraordinary nonprofit organizations providing programs and services to individuals with disabilities, playing a significant role in improving their lives so that they may achieve their personal best. With this shared vision, we were able to assist a transfer of two major assets from AbilityFirst to ESSC. These residential spaces have furthered ESSC's mission as a premier provider of residential services and allowed AbilityFirst to focus on its core programs. These organizations have worked together beyond this partnership as they continue serving the developmentally disabled community
BOARDBUILDERS
BoardBuilders is a national subscription-based program supporting Executive Directors, CEOs, and Board Chairs in building stronger, more effective boards Tailored for nonprofits of all sizes and sectors, BoardBuilder services include Board Assessments, Virtual Coaching, Recruitment Support, Roundtables, and Customized Training Whether launching or scaling, BoardBuilders equips leaders with the tools to strengthen governance, enhance communication, boost fundraising, and support new leadership for lasting impact
We have had a transformational experience with BoardBuilders! The key insights and strategies suggested by our coach, Paul, have been invaluable Our Board Chair and I have strengthened our alignment, and we have put strategies in place to elevate the engagement and effectiveness of our Board We would highly recommend this program, you won’t be disappointed!"
Hector
LaFarga,
President & CEO, After-School All-Stars LA
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