Who We Are
The Collaborative Collective exists because nonprofits deserve partners who get it, who understand the stakes, the constraints, and the opportunities facing mission-driven leaders. We’re here to cut through the noise, bring clarity to complex challenges, and help you move your mission forward without burning out your team or losing your spark.
We believe that real change is possible when you have the right collaborators in your corner.
Why We Do This
We’ve spent years in the trenches of nonprofit leadership pursuing big missions with limited resources, making tough calls, and navigating real-world pressures. We know first-hand how much easier, healthier, and more impactful this work can be when leaders have experienced partners beside them.
With the right collaborative mix, organizations build stronger, more resilient teams; avoid costly mistakes and burnout; make smarter, more efficient use of resources; fundraise more effectively with greater clarity & confidence; and retain their best talent and energy for the long haul.
The Collaborative Collective offers the kind of support that unlocks this possibility. Our mission is to walk with you, to listen, to challenge, and to help you build the healthy, sustainable organization your mission deserves.
Our Values
Kindness & Humility: People matter most.
Curiosity: We don’t settle for easy answers.
Innovation: Today's problems need tomorrow’s thinking.
Diversity & Inclusion: We prioritize space for every voice.
Emotional Intelligence: We listen deeply and lead with care.
Professionalism: We show up prepared and accountable.
If you’re looking for a partner who will treat your mission like their own, you’ve found us.
Our Consulting Eco-System
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Joyce Jia Hu
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Jonathan Simons
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Kevin Bussema
Founder & Lead Consultant
Johanna Ralsten-Cox
Lead Consultant
Dr. Jessica Taylor
Consulting Partner
Mariko Gilman
Consulting Partner
Tina Brown
Consulting Partner
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Featured guest interview on nonprofit talent retention.
Quoted on collaborative project-management tools.
Discussed importance of proactive, transparent communication during layoffs.
Working With Us
Every organization is unique. Our role is to listen, challenge, and co-create with you. We'll never drop in with prepackaged answers. Whether you need strategic planning, fractional leadership, or help building capacity for your next big leap, we walk alongside you every step of the way.
“TCC didn’t just advise, they became partners in our mission. They helped us navigate a tricky transition and left us stronger, clearer, and more hopeful.”
Take a Step of Action
If you've read this far, chances are you care deeply about your mission and want to see real change, not just more talk. We’d love to hear your story.
Let’s connect for a quick, no pressure Zoom call.
Or, if you’d rather start with a conversation over email: info@thecollaborativecollective.org.
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