Let's be honest, most strategic planning processes are too long, too theoretical, and too centered around the consultant. We flip the script to center your audience and your team.

I have had the honor of facilitating Foster Homes of Healing (FHOH) since 2018. FHOH is a coalition of ten organizations from across the state that are dedicated to elevating the quality of foster care in Oregon, and nationally through legislative action.

In 2019 I was honored to design, develop and launch an innovative housing program called, Home Share Oregon. I cannot overstate the huge amount I learned during my time on this project, and was most struck by the challenge facing our seniors with regards to housing.

Guests of Marissa’s podcast, Shelter include an all star cast covering a wide range of housing and homelessness topics that are still relevant today.

In 2021 I attended an extremely interesting and inspiring event, Justin Murphy’s Based Mansion. This year, I have the honor of managing the event. In 2022, Based Mansion becomes Imperceptible.

I was jealous because I wanted to make abstract art. Making abstract art seemed invalid. I got drunk and worked too hard for not enough pay instead of making art.