We are a diverse group of psychologists and organizational development consultants united by a shared purpose: to help organizations not just function, but flourish. With deep expertise in both human behavior and systems change, we bring a unique, holistic approach to every engagement.
Our roots are in the nonprofit world, but we welcome collaborations with values-aligned for-profit companies that are committed to cultivating healthier workplace cultures.
We believe that the health of an organization is inseparable from the well-being of its people. That’s why we center both psychological insight and organizational strategy in our work. Whether we’re supporting a leadership team through change or helping a staff navigate conflict, our goal is the same—create environments where people and missions thrive.
Meet Our Team
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Lisa Baker, PhD
PRINCIPAL & SENIOR CONSULTANT
Lisa is a psychologist, educator, and organizational consultant with more than two decades of experience helping mission-driven teams build healthier, more sustainable ways of working. She combines deep psychological insight with systems thinking to support leadership development, navigate organizational change, and foster cultures of trust and well-being.
As a teacher and speaker, Lisa is known for her dynamic, engaging presence. She currently teaches in the Social Innovation and Sustainability Leadership Program at Edgewood College and has previously held faculty appointments at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Her mindfulness-based approach is grounded in trauma-informed care, nonviolent communication, and inclusive facilitation.
Lisa also contributes to public discourse through local media interviews, peer-reviewed publications, and national leadership in the mindfulness field, including serving as Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee for the Center for Mindfulness at UMass Medical School.
PhD psychologist with advanced training in trauma-informed leadership, MBSR, and equity-centered facilitation.
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Elizabeth H. Winston, PhD
PRINCIPAL & SENIOR CONSULTANT
Dr. Elizabeth H. Winston is a licensed psychologist and business consultant with a unique ability to translate psychological insight into organizational transformation. With decades of experience, she supports organizations navigating high-conflict dynamics, leadership challenges, and systemic culture change.Elizabeth brings particular expertise in working with multi-generational teams, helping organizations improve communication, trust, and inclusion. Her psychologically-informed consulting approach empowers leaders and staff to work through tension, increase empathy, and co-create healthier, more equitable workplace cultures.
She has consulted with a wide range of clients—including law firms, financial services, clinics, and associations such as Northwestern Mutual and the West Virginia Broadcasters Association. She is especially adept at integrating psychological assessment data to quickly identify core dynamics and unlock meaningful change.
In addition to her consulting practice, Elizabeth serves as a clinical instructor in advanced psychological assessment at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and maintains a private therapy practice in Madison, WI.
Psychologist-consultant focused on deep organizational healing, communication, and culture transformation.
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Raymond Neal, MA
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Raymond is an organizational development consultant, leadership coach, and facilitator dedicated to cultivating human-centered organizations and communities. A native of Wisconsin, he brings both local insight and a global lens to his work—grounded in equity, mindfulness, and deep listening.
Known for his calm presence, thoughtfulness, and willingness to engage hard truths, Raymond helps individuals and teams navigate complexity, build trust, and foster sustainable change. He believes that personal reflection is the starting point for meaningful transformation, and that by examining our relationships—to self, others, and systems—we open the door to more just and thriving organizations.
Raymond is particularly passionate about leadership development, organizational culture, and supporting teams through periods of growth and change. His clients describe him as a steady guide—both reflective and action-oriented—who isn’t afraid to ask bold questions in service of shared values.
Leadership coach and OD consultant committed to equity, introspection, and human development.
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Nola Walker, MA
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Nola is a facilitator, evaluation consultant, educator, and sustainability leader with over two decades of experience advancing social justice and environmental stewardship. Her work spans organizational development, mindfulness, systems change, and inclusive advocacy.
Nola brings a calm and grounded presence to her facilitation, drawing on deep experience in racial equity, inclusive environmental education, and the inner work of transformation. She believes that sustainable change begins within—and that systems shift when individuals lead with clarity, compassion, and courage.
As a Senior Consultant with the Consulting Collaborative, Nola co-develops and evaluates mindfulness-based programs for mission-driven organizations committed to equity and innovation. Her approach integrates insight from years of mindfulness and compassion cultivation, community-based research, and transformative facilitation.
Evaluation consultant and sustainability leader committed to inner work and collective change.