I’m Kari (pronounced Car, like the automobile, -eee)
I help nonprofit leaders make better decisions.
I was sitting in my office at a university foundation, well-compensated, with good benefits, doing work I genuinely loved. From the outside, it looked like I had it made. But inside? I was miserable.
My boss and I were constantly at odds, and despite loving the actual work, I felt stuck doing good work instead of the great work I knew I could be doing. I was so desperate for change that I actually looked into becoming a flight attendant. Deep down, I felt lost and knew I could be making a bigger difference.
That’s when I found a coach who helped me realize something crucial: I was bored.
Not bored with the work itself, but bored with the limitations. I’m a systems thinker, and in big organizations, it’s nearly impossible to make systemic change like you can in mid-size to smaller, agile nonprofits. I had learned everything I know working for large nonprofits, and I realized I could bring all that knowledge to help the small ones that were struggling.
So I started traveling around the west, talking to people in our sector. And you know what I discovered? Everyone was working incredibly hard, spinning their wheels, feeling like they weren’t getting anywhere. It was one big sufferfest.
It doesn’t need to be this hard. And I can help.
During my 20+ years in the nonprofit sector, I’ve held just about every role you can imagine in the nonprofit world: staffer, fundraiser, executive director, and board member. I’ve felt the weight of impossible expectations, the frustration of limited resources, and the exhaustion that comes from caring so deeply about a cause that you forget to care for yourself.
I’ve been the executive director, trying to figure out how to manage a board that seems more interested in micromanaging than supporting. I’ve been a development professional staring at an impossible fundraising goal with no clear path to get there. I’ve sat in board meetings where everyone means well, but nothing actually gets accomplished.
I’ve walked in your shoes and understand how difficult filling these various roles can be.
After spending years in the trenches, I’ve developed what I like to call a superpower of “pattern recognition” for nonprofit challenges. I can spot the systemic issues that are keeping you stuck, and more importantly, I know how to untangle those knots.
When I’m not helping nonprofits remember why their work can be fun again, I might be following World Cup ski racing around the globe, or avoiding meditation by gardening, cooking, and spoiling my cats. I’d have big dogs if I didn’t travel so much!
I believe in live music, good food, honest conversations, and the power of small-town values.
The nonprofit sector is full of incredible people doing essential work, but too many of you are burning out because you’re trying to figure it out alone. You don’t have to do this alone.
Most of us weren’t handed a playbook on how nonprofit work actually functions. We got into this because we care deeply about our causes, but caring isn’t the same as knowing how to build sustainable systems, inspire boards, raise money effectively, or create a workplace culture where people can do their best work.
That’s where I come in.
I want to help you remember that nonprofit work isn’t just fulfilling—it can be fun, too.
Kari firmly believes that nonprofit organizations possess the capability to achieve remarkable feats when equipped with the right resources, strategies, and support.
In her role as the driving force behind Incite! Consulting, Kari takes center stage in empowering nonprofit leadership, igniting their fundraising efforts, and optimizing their operational efficiency.
Her mission is to cultivate resilience and strength within nonprofits, fostering growth and sustainability.
With a comprehensive approach that prioritizes both internal and external facets, Kari is dedicated to ensuring that nonprofits not only realize their potential but surpass it, making a lasting impact in their respective spheres.
Through strategic guidance and hands-on support, Kari transforms visions into tangible results, contributing to a more effective and impactful nonprofit sector.
Consultants like Kari plays a pivotal role in enhancing the skill set of nonprofit teams. By conducting training sessions and workshops, Kari will empower staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to execute successful fundraising strategies.
A seasoned consultant like Kari can collaborate with nonprofits to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy. Strategic fundraising planning ensures that efforts are focused, diversified, and aligned with the organization's mission.
Kari would assess the existing technological infrastructure and recommend or implement systems that streamline donor data management, facilitate targeted communication, and enhance overall efficiency in fundraising campaigns.
To run efficiently, nonprofits need to operate with maximum effectiveness while minimizing costs. As a consultant, Kari would evaluate the organization's internal processes, identifying areas for cost reduction and improvement.
Schedule a FREE 1/2 hour Nonprofit Therapy call with Kari. I offer complimentary consultation calls to nonprofit staff and board members to talk about ANYTHING in a confidential environment. Because, sometimes all you need is an opportunity to pause and talk things out!
Book a complimentary 30-minute call with Kari today to explore the possibility of having her deliver a compelling keynote speech for your nonprofit organization or agency. This call comes with zero obligation. Discover why nonprofits across the United States prefer Kari and why she could be the ideal choice for your organization.
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