What we do

We are a consulting practice with a unique mission to help public agencies use data-driven and evidence-based decision making to increase their impact, tackle their priority challenges, and strengthen a culture of continuous improvement. We work at all levels of government: state, federal and local.

What makes us unique

When clients hire us, they get direct, individualized input and support from Andy. As a result, we take on projects in which clients -- often state agency leaders -- need a senior strategic partner. That includes supporting the implementation of specific strategies, such as those on our homepage, as well as providing training or offsites to senior executives on results-focused practices.

Our story

After a career in public service at the state and federal levels, Andy wondered what to do in the next phase of his life that would be challenging and rewarding. (Ever had that question too?) He brainstormed different ideas. He knew that large consulting firms involve lots of business development at senior levels, but he wanted to focus more on implementation -- i.e., on working directly with senior leaders. So he took a chance and launched his own consulting practice in early 2021 with one client, New Mexico, a project supported by the Pew Charitable Trusts.

Would the consulting practice grow and be sustainable? Back then it wasn't clear. But soon one project grew to two, then to four, then to eight. That included being the project director for one of the largest evidence projects in recent years, the development of program inventories across Tennessee state government, a project in collaboration with EY. By early 2024, the Center had 15 projects completed or ongoing, spanning six states. (We're transparent: You can see each project in the projects tab of this website.)

Andy is grateful to all those who said, along the way, "You can do it! Just keep going!" If you're interested in possibly starting your own consulting practice, please reach out; Andy is happy to share reflections and advice and lessons learned along the way.