Consultants

Ayuda Consulting LLC

Category: Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
Ayuda Consulting helps nonprofits consider creative ways to build a back office that is shared and assists them in
development of those shared functions. Ayuda's support and guidance strengthens nonprofits as business entities to
create sustainable and efficient work environments.

  • Address:

    Golden CO 80401
  • Experience:
    20+ years in corporate, government, and nonprofit sector
  • Rates:
    Initial one-hour consult at no charge. Rates are variable based on organization's needs and are provided during initial consult.

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:
http://www.denverfoundation.org/technicalassistance/view_consultant/6

References:
Available upon request

Denali Investments, Inc.

Category: Asset Management/Property Management,Design,Due Diligence/Acquisition,Finance,Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
Denali Investments serves the needs of nonprofit, governmental, and for-profit organizations in REAL ESTATE (due diligence, acquisition, build-out/construction management, land use planning, and space planning/design) and ORGANIZATIONAL CONSULTING (strategic planning, financial analysis, economic development, and asset management). We are known for our thorough knowledge, detail, understanding of client's needs, and cost-effective results-oriented approach to projects. No project is too small or too large for our staff, officers, and strategic partnerships to handle. Contact us today for a free consultation. Will Kralovec, Principle of Denali Investments, is a founding Steering Committee Member and real estate/strategic planning consultant to the Denver Shared Spaces Project.

  • Address:
    1550 Larimer Street, Suite 462
    Denver CO 80202
  • Experience:
    25+ years
  • Rates:
    Dependent upon project and scope of work

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Available upon request

City Projects, Inc.

Category: Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
City Projects develops and implements effective real estate strategies for nonprofits. We understand the impact real estate has on your mission, providing the opportunity to transform your space, organization and most importantly, those you serve. Through our leadership, experience, insight and comprehensive network, we can make your real estate and development goals a reality.

  • Address:
    1200 Cherokee St. #104
    Denver CO 80204
  • Experience:
    20+ years
  • Rates:
    Rates determined based on scope of work required

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Available upon request

M. L. Hanson & Associates, Consultants to Leadership

Category: Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
We consult with Boards of Directors and Executives to create practices that result in better organizational performance. As organizations face challenges due to changes internally and externally, we provide the structure and support to move clients forward. Our expertise includes Board Development, Leadership Replacement, Governance, Policies, Planning, and implementation of Best Practices. We customize tools to produce organizational assessments, surveys, facilitation and coaching that generate action plans and strategies to improve desired results for clients. Our mission is to bring leadership competence and smart solutions to organizations that help people. We do this with integrity, authenticity and humor

  • Address:
    14205 E. Layton Drive
    Aurora CO 80015
  • Experience:
    30 years
  • Rates:

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Hutton Architecture Studio

Category: Design,Due Diligence/Acquisition

Description:
Hutton Architecture Studio is an architectural firm which has been interested in energy efficiency and day-lighting for over 20 years. The firm is passionate about collaborating with others and bringing out the best solution for every challenge. We have recently focused on assisting Denver Public Schools create branding and way-finding solutions for their shared campus/buildings where separate organizations must create identity and security in shared spaces.

  • Address:
    70 Broadway, Suite 300
    Denver CO 80203
  • Experience:
    Hutton Architecture Studio has been
  • Rates:
    Rates vary per client needs and scope of work.

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Annette Stelmack, Past Chair, USGBC CO Green Schools Advocacy Committee, ph:(303) 905-5836, annette@inspirit-llc.com Richard Kochis, Project Manager, Denver Public Schools, ph:720-423-4021, richard_kochis@dpsk12.org Richard Cosgrove, Director, Construction Dept., Douglas County Schools, ph: 303-387-0720, richard.cosgrove@dcsdk12.org

Bradley Realty Group, LLC

Category: Asset Management/Property Management

Description:
Owner’s Representative for real estate acquisition or relocation

  • Address:
    1285 Dexter Street
    Denver CO 80220
  • Experience:
    38 years
  • Rates:
    Variable – starting with free initial consult

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Available upon request, depending on assignment

iCAST

Category: Design

Description:
iCAST promotes sustainable development for underserved communities. It specializes in providing technical assistance through its staff of engineers and business managers. iCAST has provided assistance to dozens of other non-profits in making their office buildings 'green' by: (1) improving the energy efficiency of their existing space; (2) designing the most cost effective office space from an energy consumption perspective; and (3) delivering renewable energy solutions such as solar PV installations. iCAST has delivered these services in a cost effective manner.

  • Address:
    3077 S Hurley Cir
    Denver CO 80227
  • Experience:
    Organizational years of experience is over 8. Staff years of experience is over 100.
  • Rates:

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Available on request.

Abels Communication Company

Category: Organizational Capacity Building

Description:

Abels Communication Company helps facilities, venues and their underlying organizations develop a strategic plan to communicate the right information to the right audiences in order to achieve stated goals. Specific activities include strategic positioning, board engagement, community outreach, developing public/private partnerships, issues/crisis planning and management, messaging, public relations and recommendations for a variety of other marketing and communications activities. www.AbelsComm.com

  • Address:
    6247 S. Locust Street; Suite 1000
    Centennial CO 80111
  • Experience:
    20+
  • Rates:
    Our services can be retained on an on-going, part-time basis, for a specific project or for a predetermined number of hours. Contact us to discuss your exact needs, to arrange a no-obligation meeting and to obtain a quote. Discounts are available for all 501(c)3 organizations.

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation, Metropolitan State College of Denver, Daniels Fund (720) 941-4422, Performance International, HealthONE Alliance

Guidance Corporate Realty Advisors

Category: Design,Due Diligence/Acquisition,Finance

Description:
Guidance Corporate Realty Advisors provides sophisticated commercial real estate consulting and brokerage services to non-profits, governments and corporations. The firm currently represents Adams, Jefferson and Arapahoe Counties on a variety of projects and acted as consultant and project manager on the award winning Brighton Learning & Resource Campus project – converting a 78,000 SF former hospital into a multi-tenant education and community resource center. On this project, Guidance provided assisted the City of Brighton and Community Reach Center with a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate consulting services including purchase due diligence, negotiation of multiple lease agreements, selection of the project architect and general contractor, detailed cost estimating and overall project and construction management to deliver the project on time and on budget. Guidance only represents the users of commercial space and routinely delivers cost effective solutions for office, industrial and retail lease and purchase transactions as well as adaptive re-use projects.

  • Address:
    5330 Manhattan Circle, Suite G
    Boulder CO 80303
  • Experience:
    17
  • Rates:

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Jac Cuney: Asst. Executive Director, Brighton Urban Renewal Authority Phone: 303-726-710 Email: jcuney@brightonco.gov Ray Gonzales: CEO, City of Brighton Economic Development Phone: 303-655-2154 Email: rgonzales@brightonco.gov Wes Law: CFO, Community Reach Center Phone: 303-853-3475 Email: w.law@communityreachcenter.org

Mile High Community Loan Fund

Category: Due Diligence/Acquisition,Finance,Organizational Capacity Building

Description:

A nonprofit community development financial institution (CDFI), MHCLF invests in affordable housing and other community assets to improve economic opportunities of low-income persons and communities. MHCLF provides predevelopment, acquisition, construction, bridge, and mini-perm financing for affordable housing and nonprofit community facilities projects. MHCLF offers flexible loan terms and competitive rates to facilitate project completion. MHCLF also offers technical assistance to nonprofit organizations in real estate project planning and financing topics and issues. Executive Director and Loan Programs Director have diverse backgrounds with strengths in business and project planning, real estate development, urban renewal/community development, government and private financing resources, and finance packaging.

  • Address:

  • Experience:
    20+ years Community Development & Consulting
  • Rates:
    No cost – limited contact hours

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Available upon request

Semple Brown Design, PC

Category: Design,Due Diligence/Acquisition,Organizational Capacity Building

Description:

  • Address:
    1160 Santa Fe Drive
    Denver CO 80204
  • Experience:
    25
  • Rates:

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Richard Male and Associates

Category: Organizational Capacity Building

Description:

Richard Male & Associates (RMA) specializes in helping non-profits take their organization to the next level. RMA is one of Colorado’s leading and most senior nonprofit consulting groups. Founder Rich Male brings more than 40 years of experience in organizational capacity building. The RMA team is a consortium of seasoned professionals in the areas of resource development, financial management, and communications/marketing, and our client work across Colorado and across the globe includes projects involving grassroots start-ups, board engagement, fundraising, community outreach, program development and evaluation, and public/private partnerships. Ours is an informal, innovative climate that encourages brainstorming and creative collaboration.

  • Address:
    55 Madison Street Suite 750
    Denver CO 80206
  • Experience:
    40
  • Rates:

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:
http://www.denverfoundation.org/technicalassistance/view_consultant/32

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Strategy Groups, LLC

Category: Design,Due Diligence/Acquisition,Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
Strategy Groups, LLC is a Colorado based Project Management/Owner’s Representative firm with significant expertise in creating and implementing strategic plans for single and multi-user facilities. Our client base includes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the General Services Administration (GSA) Colorado Service Center, the GSA Office of Federal High Performance Green Buildings (OFHPGB), the City and County of Denver and Nonprofits such as Green Ops. Strategy has extensive expertise in managing design, budgeting, schedule, construction and relocation projects.

  • Address:
    1830 Blake Street
    Denver CO 80202
  • Experience:
    30+ years
  • Rates:
    Rates determined based on Scope of Work required

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Available Upon Request

Green Ops, Inc.

Category: Asset Management/Property Management,Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
Green Ops was founded in May 2009 and received its official 501(c)(3) status in December 2009 with the goal of helping the nonprofit sector reduce costs by becoming more environmentally sustainable. Its mission is to manage and provide complimentary resources, research (no awarded grant money is utilized for research), education, and renewable energy to help other nonprofit organizations increase their community support by streamlining their operations in a responsibly sustainable manner.

  • Address:
    1830 Blake Street
    Denver CO 80202
  • Experience:
    3
  • Rates:
    Green Ops, Inc., whose mission is to work with other nonprofits and help them become more sustainable (“green” to most of us) through education. By helping its nonprofit clients utilize sustainable practices, resources and materials, Green Ops, Inc. is able to lower the operating costs of its nonprofit clients and save them money. These substantial savings are a welcomed addition to the nonprofit community as they struggle to find funding. The services offered through Green Ops, Inc. will be available throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. The first of these services being offered is the Green Ops, Inc. nonprofit Sustainability Education program and begins the first quarter of 2010; presenting seven informative classes ranging from the 100 level Introduction to Sustainability to the 300 level Financing Sustainability class. The classes are designed to educate the nonprofit sector about sustainability and the ways in which sustainable changes can further their internal financial stability and save money by r

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KUNG architecture

Category: Design

Description:
KUNG architecture is focused on exploring sustainable solutions for urban lifestyle. The environment we create is simple, functional and inspiring.

  • Address:
    2031 Grove St
    Denver CO 80211
  • Experience:
    15
  • Rates:

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LWJ Consulting, LLC

Category: Asset Management/Property Management

Description:
Consulting practice focused on real estate, finance, and organizational development with a focus on business and strategic planning, shared services, financial underwriting, grant administration, fundraising and evaluation.

  • Address:
    2073 Eudora St
    Denver CO 80207
  • Experience:
    15 years
  • Rates:
    Varies by project. 

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Lisa Duran Rights For All People lisa@rap-dpt.org 303-893-3500 x102 (business plan for MTNC) Sue Renner/Judy Williams Merage Foundation srenner@meragefoundation.com jwilliams@merage.org 303-789-2664 x225 (evaluation project for Shared Services model)

Mission Minded

Category: Organizational Capacity Building

Description:
At Mission Minded we believe that great causes need smart communication. Every day we help organizations like Denver Public Schools Foundation, Levi Strauss Foundation, and Sierra Club think strategically and create the communication materials that lead to their success. We do this because it's not enough to do great work in the world -- your audience has to know what you're doing. Our services include branding, messaging, training, coaching, writing, graphic design, web development, search engine optimization, video production, and marketing planning.

  • Address:

    Denver CO 80206
  • Experience:
    10
  • Rates:
    Sliding scale

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WORKSHOP8 architecture | planning | design

Category: Design

Description:
WORKSHOP8 designers are experts in green tenant improvements, energy efficient design, and LEED design services. W8 offices out of a small co-working space in Boulder and we are familiar with the challenges of non-profit organizations.

  • Address:
    1720 15th Street
    Boulder CO 80302
  • Experience:
    The principals of WORKSHOP8 represent over 90 year of experience in architecture, planning and design.
  • Rates:
    Professional fees range from $65 to $135 per hour. There is no cost for initial consultations.

Denver Foundation Consultant Webpage:

References:
Aaron Miripol, Urban Land Conservancy, 303-454-5369, aaron@urbanlandc.org Mary Roosevelt, CEO, Thistle Communities, 303-443-0007, MRoosevelt@thistlecommunities.org Amory Narvaes, Narvaes Western Construction, LLC, 303-786-8061, amory@narvaes.com

iCORE Global (Office Tenant Advisers)

Category: Asset Management/Property Management,Due Diligence/Acquisition,Finance

Description:
We assist companies to locate, purchase or renew their office leases. We are experts in the Denver Metro area. We can also provide subleasing services if you have additional space that needs to be filled.

  • Address:
    7000 E. Belleview
    Greenwood Village CO 80111
  • Experience:
    9
  • Rates:
    Our fee is built into the landlords marketing budget. What this means to you the tenant, is that it is a win-win. We not only help you find the best deal on your office space or renewal, there is no out of pocket expense to you.

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The Denver Shared Space Project maintains the following database of Consultants as an informational and referral resource for the nonprofit sector, and does not endorse any specific vendor listed. It is the sole responsibility of your organization to check references, insurance and other relevant information prior to engaging in business with any vendor listed in the database.

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