We help Minnesota-based organizations foster strong leadership, a clear mission statement, an effective board of directors, and reliable funding.
Drop us a line! We’ll assess your current situation and assist the executive director and board of directors to achieve your organizational goals.
About Us
Doug Stewart, Consultant
Doug Stewart has extensive experience from over 30 years of effective work in leadership, operations and consulting in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors.
He has served on “both sides of the table” as an executive director and board member/chair and thrives in complex dynamics where brainstorming, collaboration and focused problem-solving yield tangible results.
His strong suits include interim leadership, process improvement, conflict resolution, staff alignment/maximization, and turn-arounds.
He has a heart for helping purposeful organizations function better so they can amplify their impact for the people they serve. He has a reputation as a stabilizer, a consensus-builder, a servant-leader and a difference-maker.
Rebecca Baumann, Founder & Consultant
Rebecca has more than 18 years of experience leading a variety of nonprofit organizations as executive director and development officer.
She lives in Eden Prairie, Minnesota and travels across Minnesota and Wisconsin to provide consulting services. She is passionate about strong nonprofits, effective leaders, and teaching organizational skills from both the head and the heart.
Her education background includes a B.S. in English Education from and a J.D., from Loyola University Chicago, School of Law.
She is a member of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. She has additional training from the St. Thomas Mini Master of Nonprofit Finance program and the Shannon Leadership Institute.
Our Services
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Assessment
By listening and asking the right questions, as independent observers, we can help determine what type of help will be most beneficial.
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Development
We will help find grants, write grants, cultivate donors, create a diverse funding plan, or investigate other areas of fundraising.
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Networking & Resourcing
With extensive connections and resources, we can save you valuable time and point you to people and organizations that can contribute to your success.
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Board Training & Coaching
We offer onboarding for your new board members and coaching for all members to provide clarity in their role, insights on legal responsibilities, and enhanced relationships with the executive director.
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Interim Leadership
With decades of experience, we can immediately fill a leadership vacuum in director or development positions during your organizational search and transition.
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Executive Director Coaching
Whether your director is new to the position or just needs a jump start, we can provide fresh perspectives, new insights and creative solutions to recharge their vision for leading the organization and their team into the future.
Our Clients Include
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Promise Neighborhood
St. Cloud, MN
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So Others May Shine
Buffalo, MN
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Circle of Discipline
Minneapolis, MN
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Truhaven Ranch
Winsted, MN
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Dakota Child and Family Clinic
Eagan, MN
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Cate's Hope for the Disabled
Ramsey, MN and Kenya
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Iraqi and American Reconciliation Project
Minneapolis, MN
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Behavior at Work Collaborative
Minneapolis, MN
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Benton Telecommunications Foundation
Rice, MN
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Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts,
St. Paul, MN
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Central Wisconsin Agribusiness Innovation Center
Owen, WI
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Richfield Bloomington Watershed Management Organization
MN
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Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE)
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Robina Institute of Criminal Law and Criminal Justice
Minneapolis, MN
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Minnesota Computers for Schools
Bayport, MN
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Hearing Loss Association of America
Twin Cities, Minneapolis
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Good in the ‘Hood
Minneapolis, MN
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Love In the Name of Christ (INC)
Delano, MN
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Global Eye Mission
Eden Prairie, MN
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Wayzata Symphony Orchestra
Wayzata, MN
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Youth Forum
Minneapolis, MN
We want to hear from you!
Navigating the nonprofit world is not something you have to do alone.
Whether you’re an established organization experiencing a transition in leadership, or a newly-minted 501c(3) looking for some help from folks who have seen it all, we’re here to listen and support you on your journey.