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CJAM Consulting

Nonprofit Management Strategy Reimagined

Specializing in the design and implementation of organizational, leadership, and capital development strategy.

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Work Deeply.
Think Holistically.
Implement with Precision.

Since 2006, CJAM has supported nonprofit cultural enterprises through planning and implementation of multimillion dollar initiatives for institutional startups and expansions, capital restorations, executive planning and financial capacity building. 

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Work Deeply.

We fully immerse ourselves in the creative practice, community development, and collaborative joy of our partners.

Think Holistically.

We consider the universe of possibilities, from the particular to the profound, that blend into approaches uniquely aligned with our clients’ vision.

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Implement with Precision.

We co-design with our client partners, and develop actionable strategies rooted in current conditions with forward-looking goals.

Our Services

CJAM supports institutions through pivotal moments of change.

Institutional Planning

CJAM engages in every level of an organization’s life cycle, and we help organizations plan for long-term growth.

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Institutional Planning

CJAM engages in every level of an organization’s life cycle, and we help organizations plan for long-term growth. With our clients’ input every step of the way, we provide analysis of an organization’s current “state of affairs” in arenas spanning human resources to financial management.

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Strategic & Business Planning 

Strategic and business plans are often the first iteration of an institution’s trajectory.

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Strategic & Business Planning 

Strategic and business plans are often the first iteration of an institution’s trajectory. In strategic planning, we assess an existing organization’s operating and programing capacity and vision. In business planning we co-create a new organization’s launch and operating goals.

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Full Scope (™) Leadership & Operations

FullScope ™ is real time operations management and project implementation led by CJAM team members.

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Full Scope (™) Leadership & Operations

Many organizations need guidance on implementing new strategies or expertise in managing staff and executive transitions. FullScope ™ is CJAM’s set of services that responds to those needs.

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Capital Projects Planning

The decision to expand a space alters an organization’s trajectory and tests its capacity.

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Capital Projects Planning

The decision to expand a space alters an organization’s trajectory and tests its capacity. CJAM serves as lead advisor to guarantee the design and construction teams’ work meets clients’ expectations.

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Our Client Partners

We are committed to supporting radically inclusive institutions and initiatives and we focus on building environments where arts and culture can thrive and contribute to the vitality and economic growth of communities.

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651 ARTS

Capital project management, pro-forma financial model development, operations and financial management for a Brooklyn arts organization that is dedicated to deepening appreciation for contemporary performing arts and culture of the African Diaspora

Apollo Theater - The Apollo Stages at the Victoria

The world-famous Apollo Theater is among the most iconic entertainment venues of the modern area.

August Wilson House

CJAM worked closely with the Board and executive leadership to identify the appropriate operational and programmatic model that honored the legacy of Mr. Wilson and create a new economic and cultural catalyst in the City of Pittsburgh.

Dance Theatre of Harlem

Dance Theatre of Harlem, one of the country’s preeminent ballet companies, has long been a beacon of innovation and excellence in professional dance and dance training.

WACO (Where Art Can Occur)

Where Art Can Occur (WACO) was founded in 2017 by Richard and Tina Knowles Lawson.

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