Our Work

We're a social impact consulting firm with a mission to improve people's lives. We are powered by the steadfast belief that those closest to social challenges should play a participatory role in the solutions.

Our Work

Learn about our work, services, and our collective impact with our partners by watching their spotlight videos and reading through our case studies.

Kids First Chicago

Kids First Chicago (K1C) is an education nonprofit that brings together Black and Latine families in solidarity to create stronger public schools to support all children in Chicago.

Adrian is someone that is incredibly reliable when it comes to work ethic and hustle.
— Daniel Anello, CEO Kids First Chicago

Intrinsic Schools

Intrinsic operates two high-performing public schools. Their mission is to provide every student with what they need to achieve their postsecondary plans.  They do this by investing deeply in three big areas: 1) Strong Instruction, 2) Exposure and Opportunities and 3) Connection to School.

Everything was just all in. When we were canvassing one of the days we met at Adrian’s house — so you had 50 people from Intrinsic gathered in his living room talking about where we were going next.
— Melissa Zaikos, Intrinsic

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Case Studies

Case Studies

Kids First Chicago

Civic Engagement & Community Impact

We partnered with Kids First Chicago to launch a coalition to amplify community voices in Chicago. In addition to developing a coalition, we proactively engaged Chicago school board members to ensure parents and community members had direct access to decision-makers during a time of crisis and transition.

Learn more about our partnership here.

Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation

Leadership & Coaching

In partnership with the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation, I helped implement the Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) program which aimed to support Mayors across America by engaging youth to address climate action.

Learn more about our partnership here.

The Chicago Public Education Fund (The Fund)

Leadership & Coaching

Developed a transformative program to strengthen school-family partnerships and improve student outcomes. By equipping school leaders with the tools and knowledge they need to engage families effectively, we've helped create more supportive and inclusive school communities.

Learn more about our partnership here.