We don’t just do governance. We strengthen leadership.
Where are the loose bolts slowing your organization down? We examine every connection point in your structure to help tighten processes, clarify roles, and strengthen your leadership team. Experience what it’s like to work in a healthy, smoothly running organization with confident, effective governance.
We believe in starting slow to move fast
We spend time getting to know your organization before leading you past the obstacles blocking your way to wide-scale impact. Progress takes time and the amount of effort we put into thinking, planning, and engaging your careholders pays off big in the end. We get it right the first time.
How you know if you need us
• Your board meetings run long, but nothing seems to get decided (or done!).
• Roles and responsibilities are unclear and everyone’s doing a little bit of everything.
• Policies exist… somewhere, but no one really follows them.
• Committees spin their wheels or duplicate work.
• Risk, compliance, and reporting are often overlooked, or worse, not even on your radar. When they do get attention, it feels like an endless checklist rather than tools that protect your mission.
• Your leadership team is stretched thin trying to hold it all together.
• You know you could be more effective, but you don’t know where to start.
If this sounds familiar, the issue isn’t commitment, it’s your governance. We help boards and leadership teams clarify roles, tighten processes, and build a culture of accountability so your organization can run smoothly, make confident decisions, and focus on impact.
What we do
Our team of social sector experts can help you with everything from:
• Board Structure & Roles
• Governance Policies & Procedures
• Board Recruitment & Development
• Committee Design & Support
• Strategic Decision-Making Frameworks
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Performance Monitoring & Evaluation
• Leadership Coaching & Board Training
• AGM Planning & Support
How we do it
Strong governance strengthens organizations. Our LOOK, THINK, PLAN, DO approach helps boards and leadership teams clarify roles, responsibilities, and processes to ensure accountability and sustainable impact.
LOOK
We start by reviewing your board structure, policies, and practices. Through interviews and document analysis, we understand how your governance currently operates.
THINK
Next, we identify gaps, opportunities, and priorities. Together, we define what effective governance looks like for your organization and what adjustments are needed.
PLAN
We develop a governance roadmap, including recommendations for policies, roles, committees, and board development initiatives to support your leadership and decision-making.
DO
Finally, we help implement changes. From board orientation and training to policy adoption and AGM support, we ensure governance improvements are practical, sustainable, and actionable.
What our clients are saying
FAQ
You’ve got a question, we’ve got the answer.
How do we know if our governance structure is working effectively?
You can tell your governance structure may need attention if your organization operates reactively rather than proactively, responsibilities are unclear or commitments aren’t followed up on, the board feels more like a formality than an active governing body, financial management and planning systems are weak, or there’s little to no succession planning and leadership development in place.
Who should be involved in governance consulting?
Successful governance involves your board, senior leadership, and sometimes key careholders. Engaging multiple perspectives ensures decisions reflect your organization’s values, mission, and community needs.
How long does a governance review or project take?
The timeline depends on your organization’s size and needs. Typically, a governance review or improvement project can take a few months, including assessments, careholder consultations, and actionable recommendations.
Can Phil help with both policy development and board training?
Yes! We provide practical guidance on governance policies, board structures, and committees, help the board understand and apply by-laws, and offer training and coaching to ensure your board and leadership team can operate effectively and confidently.
Can you support organizations with limited time or resources?
Absolutely. We tailor our approach to fit your capacity, providing flexible support, workshops, or targeted consulting so you can strengthen governance without overburdening your team.
Don’t know where to start? Rent Phil’s brain!
Get expert guidance on your board and governance practices — from giving feedback on decision-making processes, offering tips on by-laws or leadership development, to brainstorming ways to strengthen your board’s effectiveness. Sessions are flexible, from 3 to 40 hours, so you can get the support you need to build a stronger, more confident leadership team.