Executive Strategy & Planning
Data you can lead with
Big decisions need reliable information. We provide fast, focused research so you can plan with confidence, prepare for board meetings, or explore new directions.
Popular Research Topics
Here's what leadership teams often ask us to find.
Benchmarking & Peer Scans
See how similar organizations are structured, funded, and staffed.
Economic & Labor Market Data
Get a clear read on market and employment trends to guide strategic decisions.
Organizational Growth Patterns
Explore how similar nonprofits have expanded or evolved, from launching new programs to entering new regions.
Board & Leadership Insights
Explore who’s on the boards and leadership teams of peer organizations.
Landscape Analysis
Get a high-level view of the players, trends, and gaps shaping your issue.
Reputation & Visibility Scan
Get a snapshot of how your organization is showing up in the media, search results, and public discourse.
From Request to Results
A realistic example based on the kind of requests we receive.
“How do similar nonprofits structure their boards and leadership teams?”
The Request
A chief executive at a regional arts nonprofit is preparing for a board retreat and wants a clearer picture of how similar organizations structure their boards and leadership teams — including size, composition, and committee roles.
What We’d Deliver
A tailored research brief outlining board structures across 5–7 comparable nonprofits. The brief would include:
Board size, officer roles, and standing committees
Executive team titles and reporting lines
Notes on board member recruitment strategies (if public)
Original source materials like Form 990s, org charts, and staff directories — all organized for easy reference
Why It Matters
The executive can walk into the retreat with real-world examples and talking points that inform governance planning. With everything compiled and cited, they can focus on strategy instead of spending hours pulling board lists and leadership bios from multiple websites.
Your next board meeting, handled.
Board meeting prep made less stressful.