We are a mission-driven advisory firm transforming how organizations engage with their communities, influence change and shape the future.

Who we are

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We partner with private enterprises and healthcare, public sector and purpose-driven organizations to create sustainable impact. With over 30 years of combined experience, we guide clients through growth and complexity with purpose.

Our approach

We believe influence is a practice that can be learned, strengthened and used with intention.

Our work is grounded in a clear understanding of how influence works in complex environments. We help leaders move beyond instinct and intuition to make deliberate, strategic choices about where to engage, how to advocate and what outcomes matter most.

At the core of our approach is our flagship course, designed for professionals accountable for influence, engagement and agenda-setting. Participants learn how to assess their context, understand power and dynamics and align engagement efforts with the priorities that matter most to leadership. The goal is simple but powerful: to influence with intention.

Additionally, we offer workshops, tailored advisory support, speaking engagements and practical tools – all rooted in the same disciplined approach to influence.

Kim Nakhaie
Co-Founder
Kim Nakhaie
Co-Founder

Kim is a purpose-driven leader with deep experience in strategic communication, storytelling and external relations. She helps organizations align strategy and messaging to strengthen reputation, build influence and navigate complex environments.

With a career spanning non-profit healthcare, government relations and advocacy, Kim has worked closely with executive teams and Boards to support strategy development, change and engagement. She is known for her thoughtful, practical approach and her ability to translate complexity into clear, compelling communication.

Katie Mallam
Co-Founder
Katie Mallam
Co-Founder

Katie is an intentional leader who specializes in government relations, advocacy and policy development. She works with executive teams, national committees and boards to develop strategies to advance shared priorities.

Katie excels at finding solutions to complex problems, through valuing relationships and community perspectives. She is a skilled listener who combines the wisdom of others with evidenced-based approaches to develop strategies for influence.

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