Helping K12 schools, universities, and non-profits connect with their communities to do great work and create sustainable change.
Our Approach
We are a collaborative network of dedicated professionals focused on advancing educational institutions and non-profit organizations.As a forward-thinking consulting group, we operate both independently and as a collective. After an initial consultation, you are paired with a primary consultant who brings their own skills and experience. This individual also has access to the expertise of the collective group, allowing for unique access to decades of knowledge and experience with dedicated client support.Action research, emergent strategies, and asset-based approaches are employed as key methodologies to drive organizational growth and development. Each of these methodologies offers distinct advantages to help educational institutions and non-profit organizations achieve their goals and create lasting impact.By combining action research, emergent strategies, and asset-based approaches, the Huntington Ave Consulting Group provides a comprehensive and adaptive framework for supporting educational institutions and non-profit organizations. This holistic approach ensures that clients are equipped with the tools and strategies needed to excel in their missions and make a lasting difference in the communities they serve.
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Action Research:
Action research is a problem-solving approach that involves a cycle of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting. It allows the Huntington Ave Consulting Group to collaborate closely with clients to identify challenges, develop and implement solutions, and continuously monitor progress. This approach enables clients to make informed decisions based on real-time data and adapt their strategies to achieve the desired outcomes. For example, during program development and evaluation, action research helps to test new approaches, measure effectiveness, and make necessary adjustments for optimal results.Emergent Strategies:
Emergent strategies refer to the adaptive and flexible approach to strategic planning, which allows organizations to respond effectively to changing circumstances and capitalize on new opportunities. The Huntington Ave Consulting Group incorporates emergent strategies in their services, such as strategic planning and organizational development, to help clients remain agile and resilient in the face of uncertainty. This approach ensures that the organization's strategies evolve over time, reflecting the changing needs of their stakeholders and the external environment. By embracing emergent strategies, clients can better navigate unexpected challenges and seize opportunities for growth.Asset-Based Development:
Asset-based approaches focus on leveraging the strengths, resources, and capabilities of an organization, rather than concentrating on its weaknesses or deficiencies. The Huntington Consulting Group utilizes this approach to help clients identify and capitalize on their unique assets, such as skilled staff, dedicated volunteers, strong community connections, or specialized knowledge. Through capacity building, community engagement, and program development services, the firm empowers organizations to harness their assets and create meaningful, sustainable impact.
Our Clients
We partner with K12 schools, universities, and non-profits looking to do great work and create sustainable change within their organizations.Our methodologies center action research, emergent strategies, and asset-based development. These approaches are designed to help educational institutions and non-profit organizations do great work, create sustainable change, and serve their individual communities.We believe that education institutions and non-profits hold critical spaces, and our approach provides a comprehensive and adaptive framework for organizational support, growth, and development. This holistic approach ensures that partner organizations are equipped with the tools and strategies needed to sustain their mission and work.
Our Team
Organizers
Drs. Joe Castelot, Mike Urmeneta, and Mike Dunn met during their time at Northeastern University. They provide the collaborative organizing infrastructure, client touch points, and special sauce that makes this group function in a unique and dynamic way.Consultants
The Huntington Ave Consulting Group was created to maximize collective wisdom and experience in the education and non-profit consulting space. It's a true collective, allowing for consultants to operate independently, while maintaining a connection to a greater network of experts.The consultants are the cornerstone of the group's work, and provide all of our client-facing services. If you are aligned with our approaches and are looking for a forward-thinking consulting group, please consider reaching out to join our work.
Contact Us
If you are looking to partner more deeply with your community, create sustainable change, or improve on the work you are doing, reach out to our email. We would love to partner with you to design a solution and experience to serve your needs.