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in case you're wondering...
in case you're wondering...
Yes — this really did start as a one-time favour.
In September 2023, a friend asked for help writing a grant. They said I was “organized and a quick learner.” That one project quickly turned into something much bigger.
What started as a single ask evolved into a full-scale consulting practice—now supporting organizations year-round in securing funding, building pipelines, and executing on growth strategies.
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
I’m a strategic consultant with a foundation in retail operations, sales leadership, and large-scale business execution—now applied to the world of nonprofit funding and community impact.
Over the past year, I’ve built a consulting practice that helps organizations:
Navigate complex grant systems
Build structured, repeatable funding pipelines
Translate ideas into clear, fundable, and executable plans
What sets my work apart is the ability to bridge strategy and execution—turning high-level vision into detailed, compelling narratives that funders understand and support.
I don’t just write grants—I help build the systems behind them.
MY APPROACH
MY APPROACH
Most organizations don’t struggle because they lack good ideas—they struggle because funding pathways are unclear, applications are overwhelming and/or strategy isn’t structured
I bring clarity to complex processes, structure to big ideas and the relentless follow-through from start to submission.
The result: stronger applications, better positioning, and more consistent funding outcomes.
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
With over a decade of experience across retail operations, key account management, and national business strategy, I bring a highly structured, results-driven lens to every engagement.
In my corporate career, I have:
Managed multi-million dollar portfolios
Led complex lease negotiations and expansion strategies
Directed cross-functional initiatives across finance, legal, operations, and marketing
Driven revenue growth, cost optimization, and operational efficiency at scale
Today, I apply that same discipline to the nonprofit sector—supporting organizations with:
Grant strategy and pipeline development
Full-cycle grant writing and submission
Operational and funding roadmap design
My clients consistently secure six-figure funding outcomes, and I maintain a 100% client retention rate—a reflection of both results and long-term partnership.
CREDENTIALS
CREDENTIALS
Completed formal education through:
Business Administration & Management — McMaster University
Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET Level 3 Certification)
Recognized for leadership, innovation, and impact through:
Multiple leadership awards
Finalist for a national excellence award
Selection into a women’s leadership development program
I have also contributed to:
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging committees
Development of education programs to drive customer engagement and retention
The recipe that helps great ideas become funded—and executed well.
Based in Hamilton, ON | Serving non-profits across Canada
avery@strategicbms.com
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