Our Team
A Metamorphic Collective
We are community of experienced practitioners who bring diverse perspectives, thoughtful collaboration, and a shared commitment to helping organizations become more effective, healthy, resilient, and sustainable.
Jamie Rasmussen
Organizational Strategist
Communications strategist, facilitator, and community engagement specialist with over 12 years of experience in marketing, advertising, and strategic communications. Specializes in inclusive messaging, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, helping organizations foster collaboration, strengthen partnerships, and deliver meaningful, community-focused outcomes.
Joy Lujan
Planner, Facilitator, and Organizational Theorist
Joy has spent more than 25 years working alongside nonprofits, public agencies, community groups, collaborative partnerships, and grassroots initiatives, helping people navigate complexity and strengthen the work they care about. Guided by a deep curiosity about organizational life and a belief that organizations are living systems, she helps people understand the patterns and conditions shaping their work so they can make thoughtful decisions and build healthy, resilient organizations and initiatives.
Brooke Gillespie-Trout
Operations and Communications Coordinator
Operations and communications professional specializing in executive support, relationship management, marketing, and communications. A published author and storyteller, Brooke brings organization, thoughtful follow-through, and a talent for helping people stay connected to the relationships and commitments that matter most.
Oskar Alkhateeb
Technology Strategist and Software Engineer
Technology strategist and software engineer with experience delivering enterprise technology solutions and helping small businesses identify, implement, and make the most of technology that supports their work. CMMI Foundations Certified, Oskar specializes in business systems, technology integration, and process improvement, helping organizations simplify operations, improve efficiency, and build practical, scalable systems that grow with them.
Susan Goodwin
Facilitator and Mediator
Facilitator, mediator, and systems change consultant with over 20 years of experience guiding organizations, leadership teams, and collaborative partnerships through complex conversations and strategic decision-making. Formerly with the U.S. Department of the Interior, specializing in governance, conflict resolution, consensus-building, leadership development, and fostering collaborative, results-driven environments.
Stacey Konner
Executive Search and Leadership Success Specialist
Executive search and talent acquisition consultant with over 20 years of experience supporting purpose-driven organizations and nonprofit leaders. Completed more than 300 executive searches and holds certifications in diversity recruiting, diversity sourcing, and people sourcing, with a proven track record of connecting organizations with exceptional and diverse leadership talent.
Our Professional Community
Over the years, we've had the opportunity to collaborate with many talented consulting practices. If you're looking for one of them, we're happy to help you connect.
Looking for Marc Smiley? You'll find him at Solid Ground Consulting helping organizations strengthen leadership, navigate change, and build practical strategies for long-term success.
By the Brujas invites organizations to see the magic in authentic leadership, meaningful relationships, and community-centered work.