Los Angeles-based nonprofit consulting and executive search firm, Envision Consulting is thrilled to announce it’s opening an office in New York City. The expansion, helmed by Vice President, Suzanne Elliott, positions Envision to enhance their work with nonprofits on the East Coast.
An East Coast native, Ms. Elliott is excited to return to the Big Apple where she worked for more than a decade as a senior nonprofit executive and received her MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business.
“The move to New York is a natural progression for our growing company,” said Elliott, referencing how Envision has doubled in size in 2019. “This year, in addition to the dozens of nonprofits we’ve worked with on the West Coast, we’ve also supported local and national organizations based in greater NYC such as Abraham Lincoln Brigade Archives at NYU, Artists Striving to End Poverty, and Reeves-Reed Arboretum.”
Home to over 35,000 nonprofits employing over 600,000 people, New York City hosts a thriving nonprofit community, making it an ideal place for the expanding consulting firm to grow outside of Los Angeles. Envision is offering their full range of services from this new office: executive and supported search, organizational strategy and leadership development.
Company Co-Founder Matt Kamin, with deep ties to New York as a former executive director of PERC homeless shelter in Hudson County, is equally confident about the expansion. “We have a tremendous opportunity to make a real impact in New York and beyond by leveraging our expertise to partner with some of the leading nonprofits in the country in making important advancements in their organizations.”
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Los Angeles, CA – Conga Kids, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit offering an arts in education program through partner-dance to promote social and emotional wellness, is proud to announce the appointment of Natalie Marrero as their incoming Executive Director.
“On behalf of the Board, we are delighted to have Natalie as our next Executve Director,” said Brad Gluckstein, Chairman and CEO. “Her experience and passion for our mission and programs will help Conga Kids continue to serve over 10,000 children across California school districts.”
Ms. Marrero is a high achieving leader with extensive experience in the dance world. As the Executive Director of Viver Brasil Dance Company she significantly increased organizational capacity, while overseeing a strategic rebranding and increasing contributed income. Her comprehensive leadership and fundraising experience as well as dance/urban policy background make her an outstanding advocate for the organization.
“It is such a privilege to partner with the Board and staff of Conga Kids,” said Ms. Marrero. “I am excited and humbled to join an organization that powerfully impacts our youth, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to build upon the well-respected programming offered.”
Conga Kids entered its search seeking a strategic executive to lead the organization beyond its founding and initial success. The organization serves predominantly Hispanic and African American students in historically disadvantaged areas that often fall behind in arts curriculum, promoting interpersonal communication skills, respect, teamwork, confidence, and leadership. Their innovative program continues to grow, reaching 97 schools in 8 school districts for the 2018/19 school year.
The Board and community are ecstatic to welcome Ms. Marrero and look forward to continuing the exciting trajectory of the organization.
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Abraham Lincoln Brigade Archives (ALBA), a New York-based educational nonprofit dedicated to promoting social activism and defending human rights, is proud to welcome Mark Wallem, J.D. as their incoming Executive Director to continue preserving its legacy which is inspired by the American volunteers of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade who fought fascism in the Spanish Civil War (1936-39).
“It was clear from the very beginning that ALBA’s impressive collection archives of the fight against fascism, as well as their commitment to economic and social justice today, aligned perfectly with my passion for human rights and freedom for all,” said Mr. Wallem. “My plan is to continue and expand ALBA’s outreach in teaching history, defending human rights, and promoting social activism.”
Mr. Wallem has vast experience working in the nonprofit sector with a proven track record of administering complex operations on a national and international scale. His passion for ALBA’s mission and impact is unparalleled. He has years of experience working with socio-economically burdened communities, reporting to government officials, managing multi-million dollar grants and contracts and maintaining excellent institutional relations with foundations, agencies and other partner organizations to promote and enhance partnerships and collaboration.
Envision Consulting (Envision), a nonprofit consulting firm based in Los Angeles, CA and New York City, NY, was retained to conduct the search. Within 45 days, Envision sourced and interviewed more than 60 candidates for the position and selected finalists to meet with the search committee.
“We’re thrilled that ALBA found confidence in Mark’s ability to conceptualize, design and direct innovative programs.” Partner Matt Kamin said. “Mark’s experience is promising for ALBA’s strategic goal in ensuring its historical archives remain relevant while future generations learn in different forms of teaching.”
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United Friends of the Children (UFC), a Los Angeles-based nonprofit offering comprehensive education and housing programming that help foster and former foster youth, is proud to announce the appointment of Matt Strieker as their incoming Executive Director.
“On behalf of the Board, we are delighted to have Matt come in as our next Executive Director,” said Robert Daly Jr., Board Chair. “His experience and passion for our mission and programs will take UFC to new heights and usher in our 40th year as an organization.”
Mr. Strieker is a high-achieving leader with extensive experience bolstering organizations through strategic progress. As the Executive Director of Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice, he significantly raised the profile of the organization while refocusing its mission and increasing revenue. His comprehensive leadership and fundraising experience as well as legal background make him an outstanding advocate for the organization.
“It is such a privilege to partner with the Board and staff of United Friends of the Children in the midst of celebrating 40 years serving Los Angeles’ foster children,” said Mr. Strieker. “I am excited and humbled to join an organization with such a powerful reputation as a leader in the youth sector and grateful for the opportunity to build upon the well-respected programming offered.”
UFC entered its search seeking a strategic executive to lead the Board and staff into a transformational 40th year. The organization has an esteemed legacy of serving Los Angeles’ most vulnerable population, encouraging and enabling foster youth to become independent, productive members of society through their education and housing programs. Their innovative programs boast incredible outcomes; 93% of their education scholars program participants graduate high school while 73% go on to attain bachelor’s degrees.
The UFC Board and staff want to acknowledge the commitment and passion the former President + CEO, Dr. Kara Allen Soldati, brought to the organization during her tenure. “I’m forever grateful for the staff and partners who have championed our evolution as an organization, and I look forward to cheering on United Friends’ next chapter under Matt’s vision and leadership,” Dr. Kara Allen Soldati shared.
The Board and community are ecstatic to welcome Mr. Strieker and look forward to continuing the exciting trajectory of the organization. Mr. Strieker will be introduced at UFC’s annual Brass Ring fundraising event to be held May 28th, 2019 at the Beverly Hilton.
Pacific School of Religion (PSR), a Berkeley-based progressive, multidenominational seminary and center for social justice committed to preparing theologically and spiritually rooted leaders, is thrilled to announce Betty Lee as their incoming Associate Director of Human Resources and Accounting Operations. Ms. Lee will be overseeing payroll and supervising the Accounting and HR Associate.
“Upon learning of PSR’s 2020 priority to achieve financial equilibrium while broadening its program access to under-represented individuals and communities, I felt assured the culture of PSR would be a great fit,” said Ms. Lee.
Ms. Lee has countlessly demonstrated her effectiveness as a leader in the nonprofit industry with a reputation for improving organizational accounting guidelines, policies and procedures as well as managing a donor database and developing fundraising plans. Her experience in managing tax documents and meeting tax compliance as a consultant for multiple industries, providing tax technical training and mentoring staff of various support levels is unparalleled.
Envision Consulting (Envision), a Los Angeles-based nonprofit consulting firm that has worked with organizations across Southern and Northern California, was retained to conduct the search. Within 45 days, Envision sourced and interviewed more than 60 candidates for the position and selected finalists to meet with the search committee.
“PSR already has a departmental structure to support its strategic financial goals and I’m excited to know that Betty will be the person build on that momentum,” Partner Matt Kamin said.
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