Build Something New

Negotiate With More Confidence

Prepare before you get to the table.
Whether you are negotiating a partnership, sponsorship, contract or major agreement, we help you think through what you want, what the other side wants, where you have leverage and where you have room to move.
SOUND FAMILIAR? “Our biggest sponsor wants to renew, but they’re asking for a lot more. What should we offer and what should we push back on?”

Build Stronger Funding Proposals

Turn a good idea into a stronger case for funding.
We help you pressure-test the idea, sharpen the case and build a proposal around what the funder actually needs to see.
SOUND FAMILIAR? “This grant looks perfect for us, but how do we make our application stand out?”

Get More From Your Partnerships

Turn existing relationships into bigger opportunities.
Look beyond the current agreement to identify what else you and your partners could offer, fund or deliver together.
SOUND FAMILIAR? “We’ve worked with this partner for years, but all they really do is sponsor our events. Surely we could be doing more together?”

Create More Value

Improve Program Performance

Get more from the programs you already run.
We take a practical, in-depth look at your programs, from the offer and positioning to format, delivery, participation and follow-up.
SOUND FAMILIAR? “This used to be one of our most popular programs. Registrations have dropped by almost half. We need to figure out what’s changed.”

Make Better Use of Data

Know what the businesses you serve actually need.
We have the systems to gather consistent information directly from businesses, spot common gaps and priorities, and use that insight to shape programs and target resources .
SOUND FAMILIAR? “We want to offer new business programs, but how do we know where the money will have the most impact?”

Make Your Events More profitable

Find revenue beyond tickets and sponsorship packages.
Turn a one-day event into an opportunity that starts before the doors open and keeps delivering long after they close.
SOUND FAMILIAR? “We love our flagship event, but it eats up so much staff time that everything else suffers. What can we do differently?”