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Helping Organizations go from Overwhelmed to Unstoppable.

No one goes to school to run a nonprofit!

Leading a mission-driven enterprise is often lonely, isolating, frustrating, and overwhelming. I get it. I’ve been there.

As your organization’s guide and trainer, I get you there.

Gains made in weeks, not quarters

I work as a guide and trainer to organizations.

helping organizations find their footing and build organizational muscle, posture, and stamina.

To tour this site:

1. See my Trail Guide metaphor below unpacking 4 common stages you might need outside guidance.

2. Browse through the Services page for options and rates.

3. View the “Adira Foundation” Gallery page to see how I might help you.

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When you’re doing everything and feeling it’s still not enough, it’s tough to find perspective.

My Trail Guide Framework

FOUR key moments in a nonprofit’s lifecycle

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1. Mapping the Route
Clarify direction (and how to fund it)

Clarifying messages

Mission, Vision, Story

Sustainable Financing

Strategic Planning

Donor Cultivation

Pivoting

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2. Making Camp.
Stabilize, regroup, & build internally.

Board Development

Clarifying Focus

Evaluating Governance

Coaching the CEO

Restructuring

Coming in as Interim CEO if needed

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3. Building a Campfire. Complete one critical initiative—well!

Writing grant proposals

Event planning

Briefing materials

Report writing

Meeting Facilitation

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Metrics

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4. Traveling Together.
Gather allies. Build bridges. Grow!

Stakeholder mapping

Building partnerships

Coalitions and Alliances

Public Policy & Advocacy

Listening and Learning

Gathering feedback

I help you find your footing

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Testimonial

Bruce P., Executive Director of American Academy of HIV Medicine

“Mr. Smiley was vital to helping us to craft a unifying vision, to further developing our board, and to creating an informed approach to elevating our profile and to catalyzing new relationships with a range of potential new funders in our industry. "

Meet Greg Smiley, MPH

CEO | Coalition Builder | Nonprofit Business Strategist

I started in U.S. national health policy leadership, then consolidated that leadership with nearly a decade in global health with the UN. Later I brought that experience back home to the U.S. as a health entrepreneur in nonprofits. At two nonprofits, I was CEO.

I've spent decades at the intersection of health, policy, and cross-sector collaboration. I understand and appreciate different points of view.

I marry strategic rigor with deep empathy. I believe lived expertise is as valuable as career expertise.

And yes I’ve been certified as a personal trainer!

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Whether you’re just starting your journey or need help navigating the terrain, I'm here to guide you

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