Transforming Workplaces with Liberation-Focused Consulting

Customized strategies to help higher education and social impact organizations move beyond surface-level programs and create cultures of care that last.

Why Consulting

Institutions and organizations often rely on short-term programs that don’t address the deeper issues eroding morale, retention, and trust. Leaders may sense the need for systemic change but lack a roadmap that honors both people and results.

That’s where consulting comes in.

My consulting engagements provide a structured, values-driven process to identify barriers, reimagine systems, and build sustainable cultures of liberation and belonging.

Who I Partner With

I work with:

Higher education institutions — from academic departments to executive leadership teams.

Social impact nonprofits — organizations serving communities through justice, equity, and quality-of-life initiatives.

These leaders are ready to do more than “check the box.” They want meaningful change that strengthens both their people and their mission.

What We Focus On

Every consulting partnership is tailored, but common areas include:

  • Aligning institutional or organizational values with daily practices

  • Building cultures of thriving that attract and retain talented colleagues

  • Addressing burnout and disengagement at a systemic level

  • Shifting from performative DEI programs to liberation-focused strategies

  • Developing leaders at all levels to create ripple effects across the organization

My Approach

My consulting approach blends:

  • Experience as a higher ed leader — bringing firsthand understanding of institutional dynamics.

  • Psychological expertise — applying insights into behavior, motivation, and organizational culture.

  • Liberation frameworks — rooted in my book, Leading Toward Liberation, offering tools that connect vision to implementation.

I don’t deliver one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I collaborate closely with leaders to co-create strategies that fit their unique context and challenges.

What You Can Expect

When we work together, you can expect:

  • Customized strategy — a roadmap specific to your institution or organization.

  • Actionable steps — practical tools that go beyond theory.

  • Sustained engagement — a partnership that continues past the kickoff meeting.

  • Measurable impact — improvements in retention, climate, and alignment with your mission.

  • “Annmarie guided our leadership team through difficult conversations with honesty and compassion. We now have a clear path toward building a healthier culture.”

  • “She helped us move from performative programming to systemic changes that truly reflect our mission.”

Ready to create a thriving, liberated workplace?

Let’s talk about how consulting can support your leaders and your mission.

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