INCREASE IMPACT • BUILD AND STRENGTHEN CAPACITIES • ENHANCE STAFF EXPERIENCE
Approach
With a deep understanding of nonprofits working domestically and internationally, I partner with organizations, funders, and projects to translate their vision into practice. I work strategically to problem solve, grasp detail, and deliver results by weaving diverse threads into a coherent whole to increase impact, sustainability, and inclusion. I am analytical, creative, and mission-driven, always prioritizing people, curiosity, and efficiency. No project is too big or small.
Services
Capacity Building Project Management
Grant Management Start-up Operations
Infrastructure and Systems Development Human Capital Development
Revenue Strategy and Implementation Governance Practices
Training and Technical Assistance Leadership Development
Organizational Strategy
About
I have 20 years of experience working with community-based nonprofits, international NGOs, funders, and projects both on staff and as a consultant. I’ve helped to establish 501(c)s, delivered training and technical assistance on all things operations, overhauled and rebuilt organizational infrastructure, bolstered morale through creating inclusive culture, led strategic planning processes, and managed grants and grantees to ensure project impact and sustainability. Issue areas include human rights, social justice, public health, climate change, women, criminal justice, and education. My experience is diverse; I just like to get things done in pursuit of a better world. I am committed to change, bold vision, and new ideas to promote dignity and beauty. A consummate generalist, I love to learn, experiment, and achieve.
Clients include Just Detention International, Transform Finance, Urban Institute, Simply Secure, Why Not Prosper, and Independent Diplomat.
Testimonials
Susanna's competence and ability to get things done in a strategic and smart way were key to ID's establishment as a professional organization. I relied on Susanna's good judgment and insight to pursue ever-better solutions to our challenges, allowing ID to thrive and focus on delivering our mission. Her compassion and integrity make her an excellent colleague.
- Carne Ross, Founder, Independent Diplomat
I hired Susanna as a consultant for a technical assistance role that required expertise in content design, content delivery, and knowledge of racial equity in team management. She delivered masterfully on all three areas with great attention to detail and high quality independent work. She worked well with the team and provided guidance that helped everyone involved do their roles even better.
- Shena Ashley, former Vice President, Urban Institute
Susanna has been invaluable in driving forward the strategic planning process of Transform Finance. She was uniquely able to help us see through the different constituencies we serve and bring coherence to our program areas. Susanna's personality and professionalism make even the daunting tasks seem manageable. The degree of empathy and commitment she brings to the process shows how much she cares about each organization individually and how vested she is in reaching the best possible outcomes.
I highly recommend Susanna to any organization that does not easily fit inside a box and would benefit from a strategic eye that combines overall organizational management expertise with the ability to dive deeply into sector-specific organizational issues.
- Andrea Armeni, Executive Director, Transform Finance
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