Sustainable Economies Consulting, LLC

Today’s strategic planning workshop for Jordan Lake One Water Coalition in North Carolina! It’s exciting to see the approach this group is taking. They are bringing in the strategy development you would expect to see in a traditional strategic plan. But this group is also developing an action plan with key milestones and decisions to really to able to hit the ground running. ??And all based on a One Water Approach. Thanks to TWENTYTWENTY public affairs who also is partnering on this project. Though not in person today, they’ve been supporting the background research remotely.

This post is incredibly relevant for those of us working in sustainability and focusing on equitable and transformational change for ecosystems and communities: “The truth is that change is not about persuasion, but empowerment. It’s driven by small groups, loosely connected, united by a shared purpose.” Greg Satell is 100% right. This post is worth the read ????

It was an honor to have Sustainable Economies represented at Ohio Wesleyan’s Environmental and Natural Resources Symposium yesterday. Together, Elizabeth Schuster and Nicole Burns presented on evidence based approaches for more conservation impact. It may sound cliche, but there really is something about presenting to college students. They care so much and ask such great questions! Thanks to Professor Will Georgic and The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business & Entrepreneurship for hosting the event.

I do not post often! However, I am delighted to share a bit of sunshine on these uncertain and snowy days! ?? Black/Brown Faces in the Environment ?? Join the ladies of Zeta Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.? for an inspiring and interactive discussion on Saturday, March 1 at the Akron-Summit County Main Library! ?? Don’t miss the chance to hear from four dynamic individuals who have dedicated their careers to environmental advocacy, outdoor education, and conservation—all while paving the way for future leaders in environmental careers. ? Expect to learn, laugh, and be inspired as we explore the impact of Black and Brown voices in the environmental space. ?? Date: Saturday, March 1 ?? Location: Akron-Summit County Main Library ?? Tag a friend and spread the word—let’s celebrate diversity in the environment together! ???? #BlackBrownFacesInTheEnvironment #EnvironmentalAdvocacy #OutdoorEducation #Sustainability #AKAZetaThetaOmega #CommunityLeadership Everyone is invited to participate in this event. Meet and Greet - 12:30 p.m. Program Start - 1:00 p.m. Do not miss this opportunity to live, learn, and laugh a little!

One week to go until the Environmental & Natural Resource Symposium for those at and near the Ohio Wesleyan University - next Thursday, February 27. Sustainable Economies Consulting, LLC 's Environmental Economist Elizabeth Schuster will be presenting on "Evidence-based decision making for conservation nonprofits" with an emphasis on how qualitative & quantitative data work hand-in-hand.

This Valentine’s Day, remember that the most powerful force for climate action is LOVE—for our children, their future, and the world they’ll inherit. That's right; research by Potential Energy Coalition shows that love for the next generation moves hearts 12x more than jobs and 2x more than extreme weather: and this is true all around the world. By acting with love today, we can build a better future tomorrow. ???? #ClimateLove https://lnkd.in/gkgjuKXN

We know these are turbulent times. That is why it is time to cut through the noise and get back to helping communities. They are the ones truly suffering. At Lacy Consulting Services we conduct Community Assessments to better understand local Knowledge and Needs. We faciliate focus groups and interviews using social science techniques so you can have professional data on the communities you serve. As our tagline states: Stop assuming. Start knowing. We will work with you to understand your needs and how you want to approach a community assessment. As the experts we will design the entire survey/interview guide after we establish some key characteristic and topics. We have years of experience and references just waiting to tout our exceptional results. If you are part of my network, please reshare. If you are a potential collaborator looking for this type of consulting work, just fill out the form at the bottom of this webpage and we will get back to you immediately.

There is something so satisfying when your firm grows to the point that you can move out of your home office and rent a space. It's been truly a wonderful decision that we moved into an office at Wooster Works in fall of 2024. Local partners, please consider it an open invitation to stop by if you are visiting downtown Wooster, OH.

Local Wayne County, OH leaders, check out the 2025 line up for the Wayne County Women's Network. We're honored to have our CEO Elizabeth Schuster featured among these esteemed colleagues. Email the network at [email protected] if you want to pre-register for an upcoming event.

Dr. King remains an inspiration today, decades later. This quote doesn't downplay the challenges, but rather, encourages us to just keep showing up - and never to give up hope. Thanks to Jacob Brown ??for this reminder.