Ask the Experts - Governance & Growth: Organizational Consulting Services
Ask the Experts - Governance & Growth: Organizational Consulting Services
Tuesday, December 1, 2026 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (MST)
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Governance & Growth: Organizational Consulting Services
Our "Governance & Growth" session of Ask the Experts is designed for nonprofits at every stage — from startups finding their footing to mature organizations preparing for their next chapter.
This Ask the Experts session features organizational consultants specializing in startup support, board development, leadership coaching, strategic planning, and mergers & acquisitions. The panel will explore how nonprofits can strengthen governance structures, prepare leaders, and navigate major transitions — followed by breakout office hours for customized guidance.
Because growth should be intentional, not accidental.
Meet the Experts
Michelle Blumenberg
Michelle is a certified professional interim executive (CPIE) with four decades of experience leading organizational transformation in the nonprofit sector.
Currently serving as Interim Executive Director at The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter & Sanctuary—Arizona's first no-kill shelter and only accredited cat sanctuary—she has guided numerous Tucson organizations through critical transitions, including Tucson Jewish Free Loan, Tucson Auto Museum, Pima County Bar Association and Foundation, Kol Ami Synagogue, We Care Tucson, and the Tucson Jewish Museum and Holocaust Center.
Michelle specializes in building sustainable infrastructure through policy development, governance partnerships, community collaborations, and strategic fundraising. In each engagement, she mentors incoming leadership to ensure smooth transitions and long-term success. Her work is grounded in honesty, integrity, and transparency, empowering professionals and volunteers to achieve their highest impact in service to their communities.
Jenny Carillo
Jenny Carrillo brings more than 24 years of nonprofit leadership experience in fund development, governance, and strategic planning. Known for her insight, integrity, and practical approach, she helps organizations quickly identify core issues, clarify opportunities, and build clear, achievable plans for growth. Clients value her blend of keen strategic thinking and genuine heart for mission-driven work.
Before co‑founding Alexander | Carrillo Consulting, Jenny spent seven years as an independent consultant and held key development roles with Arizona’s Children Association, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson, and the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation. She holds a Master of Arts in Philanthropy & Development, is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), and is also a Certified Governance Trainer through BoardSource.
An active community leader, Jenny has served on numerous nonprofit boards, including AFP Southern Arizona, which honored her as Outstanding Fundraising Professional of the Year.
Liz Harvey
Liz Harvey, MS is the Founder and Principal of Behavioral Health Outcomes Data Services, a California-based program evaluation and data strategy firm that helps nonprofits set meaningful goals and track progress with clear, practical metrics. With over a decade of experience supporting publicly funded health and human service programs, Liz partners with leaders to define key performance indicators, strengthen data collection systems, and turn information into simple dashboards and stories that guide decisions. She has supported multi-million-dollar funding efforts and large, multi-site initiatives serving hundreds of community-based organizations. Liz holds a Master of Science in Family and Human Development and brings an equity-centered, continuous quality improvement approach to measuring impact.
Lisa B. Lumbard
Lisa B. Lumbard, CPA, CGFM of Lumbard Consulting LLC, Accountant firm specializing solely in services for not-for-profit and governmental entities including Single Audit and management advisory services and she is also a BoardSource Certified Not-for-profit board trainer.
Jennifer M. Tersigni
Jennifer M. Tersigni, MA¸CFRE, is the founder and CEO of Raise the Bar Consulting. Founded in 2009, Raise the Bar Consulting offers comprehensive fundraising, organizational alignment, transitional leadership, and interim executive solutions for nonprofit organizations, coalitions, schools, and small businesses. The proud holder of an unanticipated 28-year fundraising career, Jennifer has helped hundreds of clients grow and transform to better serve their missions and communities. She and her team have raised more than a combined $1.2B USD, led dozens of organizations as interim executives, developed program growth initiatives, and facilitated several strategic partnerships and mergers. Jennifer is a Certified Fund-Raising Executive. Certified Interim Executive, a Nonprofit Lifecycles Capacity Coach, and an instructor for ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation.
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