Collaboratively imagining and launching ambitious initiatives that drive lasting impact is at the heart of my work. Over the past 18 years, this focus has guided a career built at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and systems leadership—helping organizations navigate complexity and deliver bold, meaningful results.

From 2013–2023, I led the philanthropic investment and deployment of ~$400M at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. During this time, I led the design and launch several transformative initiatives in the Kansas City region—including the Kauffman School, SchoolSmart KC, Great Jobs KC & KC Scholars, Real World Learning, and the Success-Ready Students Network. These efforts have touched thousands of lives and continue to evolve and contribute to individuals and communities.

In 2024, I launched Northward Consulting. Right out of the gate, we’ve had the incredible opportunity to work with the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City to translate regional strengths in energy, defense, and healthcare into an actionable agenda—one designed to fortify quality job opportunities and drive inclusive economic growth now and for decades to come.

Complex problems, cross-sector collaboration, and opportunities that align diverse teams around a shared vision are what truly inspire me. Helping people and institutions evolve, thrive, and achieve meaningful results is where I excel, and I am always eager to contribute to those efforts.