ABOUT
We understand that your needs are unique, so Taylor Advising begins every relationship by building a customized team of consultants with the expertise and skillsets you need most. Meet a few of the specialized, independent consultants we often bring together to help provide Taylor Advising’s comprehensive services.
Cecily Johnson Cruz
After studying Psychology and Women and Gender Studies at Mercer University and earning her Master of Social Work in Community Partnerships from Georgia State University, Cecily Johnson Cruz has devoted her career to addressing complex social issues at both the state and local level. As a professional consultant, Cecily specializes in community stakeholder engagement and fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion through her work in the nonprofit sector.
Patrick Rutledge
A graduate of DePauw University, Patrick Rutledge is a master project coordinator with a natural ability to build relationships and develop goal-focused operational strategies. An experienced nonprofit professional, Patrick has served in a variety of roles focusing on operations, communications, and advocacy at both the local and national levels. Patrick brings a high level of organization, consistency, and accountability to every organization he supports.
Lydia Speler
Anchored by her undergraduate education in STEM Education and Mathematics at the University of Kentucky, and her MPA in Nonprofit Management from IUPUI, Lydia Speler has focused her entire career navigating complex community resources for nonprofit organizations and the individuals they serve. As a meticulous researcher and analyst, Lydia specializes in helping organizations identify and create more equitable opportunities for under-resourced communities.
Alexandra Nagy
After studying Anthropology and Spanish at the University of Notre Dame, Alexandra (Alex) Nagy has focused her career on talent management, operations, program management, and strategic planning within both nonprofit and corporate environments. Alex’s specialization in operational excellence and her passion for connecting the nonprofit and business sectors make her an immediate asset to every organization looking to increase their impact.
SERVICES
By taking an inclusive approach anchored by principals of design thinking, social responsibility, and transformative mediation, we specialize in helping leaders move bold ideas forward through three lines of services:
TESTIMONIALS
If you’re ready to breathe life into a big idea, working with Marla will be one of the best decisions you’ll make. I have personally experienced just how quickly she can understand and believe in your vision, no matter how complex, and she’ll become fully invested in your mission, your team, and your success.
Marla has been a fantastic collaborator to work with to create Cancer Support Community Indiana’s strategic direction. Her strategy around engaging our board and staff with the process was exemplary and we look forward to working with her for years to come. Marla goes above and beyond most anyone I’ve ever worked with in this space and is a true partner.
Marla has an incredible ability to bring a diverse group of people and ideas along the same journey and end with a solution or plan built with respect, consensus, and realism. As a facilitator, she makes everyone in the room feel heard and seen.
Marla has an authentic talent for bringing together diverse perspectives and populations to rally under a common goal and to imagine new possibilities. Her ability to truly listen and understand the complicated histories and opposing interests allow her to draw out the commonalities among varied interests and to elevate the passions of all parties. She infuses a calm, steady focus to the work that fosters real cooperation and achieves meaningful outcomes.
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