Columns is a strategic business and organizational development firm comprised of seasoned executive level professionals with first-hand experience in non-profit organizations and private sector businesses. Our expertise provides the ability to quickly assess our clients’ challenges and opportunities, develop and execute customized solutions, and deliver exceptional results.

With a specialized focus on healthcare, higher-education, health, and human services, independent schools, membership-based and fraternal organizations, community foundations, and associations, we design and activate strategic plans, including capital campaigns, sustainable major giving programs, and feasibility studies across a wide-range of clients.

Our integrated services include, c-suite executive level search, interim advancement staffing, non-profit merger facilitation, brand positioning, marketing and communication plans, public-private partnerships, and grant writing as well as leadership coaching and training for boards, executives, and middle management staff, including front line sales teams, development officers and volunteers.

Unlike other firms where senior executives focus on acquiring clients but are not engaged in providing day-to-day service, Columns clients always have senior executives intimately engaged in plan execution. We’ve walked in your shoes, so we have the knowledge and experience to accelerate and drive completion of your business objectives by providing the leadership and resources required to achieve your goals.

Your mission is to change the lives of those you serve. Our mission is to support you in that important work

Mission Statement:

To support non-profit organizations and private sector businesses to accelerate growth and achieve sustainable results.

Vision Statement:

To deliver exceptional results for our clients by providing experienced counsel, senior leadership, and strategic thinking

Our Values:

Integrity, Passion, Commitment, Experience, Humor