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Helping Organizations go from Overwhelmed to Unstoppable.

With 25+ years’ experience, including as a founder and CEO, I can help. To tour this site:

1. See how I break down the typical inflection points and needs in my Trail Guide Framework below

2. Look over my Services

3. View the “Adira Foundation Story” picture gallery for a taste of what I can do for you.

Contact me here or Schedule a free discussion here to talk it out.

No one goes to school to run a nonprofit!

Leading a mission-driven enterprise is often lonely, isolating, frustrating, and overwhelming.

I help mission-driven organizations get unstuck—financially, operationally, or strategically.

Deliverables within weeks …. not in quarters

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I’m an avid hiker. Spending time outdoors is great for perspective.

My Trail Guide Framework breaks down the vast universe of challenges for nonprofits into

four distinct inflection points you might be vexed by and need help with!

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

Strategic planning Sustainable Financing

Mission, Vision, Values Donor Cultivation

Clarifying messages Pivoting

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

Board Development Clarifying Focus

Evaluating Governance Coaching the CEO

Restructuring Best Practices

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Coming in as Interim CEO if needed

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

Grant proposal writing Event planning

Briefing materials Report writing

Meeting Facilitation

Assessing Monitoring, Evaluation, and Metrics

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

Stakeholder mapping Building partnerships

Listening and learning regularly

Building coalitions Public Policy & Advocacy

I help you find your footing

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.

Ready to Transform Your Organization's Impact?

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

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