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Supporting leaders and developing strategies rooted in community values 

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Invest in your people

Our approach provides insight into performance management rooted in community values that build, support, and strengthen local people and issues. Using deep listening grounded in mission outcomes, we hold you accountable to your stated management goals and organizational outcomes.

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Invest in your community

We work with teams to support organizers and community partners in investing in relational engagements and understanding and honoring what communities seek for change. We do not dictate a universal solution for all; instead, we work to support communities in deciding the best way to make change for themselves.  

Testimonials

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    I deeply appreciate Chanda’s attunement to my needs as a leader of color and her thoughtful approach in helping me leverage my skillsets in ways that are both productive and uniquely aligned with our organization’s mission. Her encouragement for deep introspection pushed me to acknowledge my own opportunities for growth and refine my approach to managing people, projects, and overarching strategy. I am especially grateful for Chanda’s directness, her ability to actively listen, and the impactful insights she consistently provides. Her guidance has been incredibly helpful to my leadership journey."

    Keisha Williams, ACLU of North Carolina/Communications Director

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    "Chanda, from our initial planning calls to the two-day session with staff, you brought best practice, deep experience, and a wonderful sense of humor to the work with our team. We benefited greatly from your thoughtful work and can’t thank you enough!"

    Phyllida Burlingame, Interim ED of ACLU of Tennessee

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    "I endorse Chanda Causer as a coach because of her equanimity. When talking to her, you feel heard and seen. Ms. Causer brings to the table many years of experience as an organizer, a leader and also a nonprofit manager. Her self-confidence helps their mentees to feel they can do anything. Her guidance is direct, but kind and gentle."

    Rhina Ramos, Ministerio Latino, Reverend

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    "As the Executive Director of the Teacher Apprenticeship Network, I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Chanda. Her innovative and direct approach to leadership development has been instrumental in developing my leadership and advancing our organization's mission. Her training and coaching sessions are not only insightful but also deeply motivating, helping me unlock my team's potential and work more cohesively toward our shared goals."

    Kwame Floyd, Teacher Apprenticeship Network | Executive Director

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    “Chanda's deep and broad experience has enabled her to provide critical coaching and mentoring in crucial moments. She has a unique ability to draw on specific examples of past experiences to illuminate and speak directly to the issues I am facing. But Chanda's greatest strength is that she is person-centered. Overall, Chanda has been a blessing to me, and I highly recommend her coaching to any organizer, minister, activist, non-profit, or movement leader."

    Michael Vanacore, Pilgrim United Church of Christ / Pastor

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    "We engaged Chanda to assist us in developing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. She was fantastic to work with! Always bringing innovative ideas and solutions to the table. We would highly recommend Chanda to any organization that wants to have a positive cultural impact."

    Lori Moynihan, Sitka Seafood Market