Strategic consulting for good

Whether you lead a nonprofit, foundation, or business focused on making a difference, I partner with you to develop clear strategies that drive real, lasting impact in the communities you serve.

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How I Can Help

Strategic Planning & Facilitation

Collaborative processes that align your team around shared vision and actionable strategy.

Interim Executive Leadership

Experienced leadership during transitions to maintain momentum and stability.

Board Development & Governance

Strengthening board effectiveness, governance practices, and leadership oversight.

Impact Assessment & Strategy

Comprehensive evaluation and strategic recommendations to optimize your work.

Project-Based Consulting

Flexible support on specific challenges—from budget alignment to stakeholder facilitation.

Allison Barmann

Two decades solving complex problems in the social sector

I bring strategic problem-solving honed at McKinsey & Company, philanthropic insight from leading grantmaking at the Bush Foundation, and real-world nonprofit leadership experience. I've led the Itasca Project's cross-sector collaboration, served as Executive Director of Genesys Works Twin Cities, and worked across business, philanthropy, and nonprofits my entire career.

I know what it takes to navigate competing priorities, align stakeholders, and create strategies that actually work in the real world.

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