ABOUT KAYCEE
Why I Became a Consultant
I love working within the nonprofit industry and always will. I love being a part of the idea of making this tough world a better place for someone else.
For the past six years, I have worked with almost 20 different nonprofit organizations, stretching across a number of sectors, both nationally and internationally. I had provided an array of services including community and economic development, program development, liaison services, project management, grant preparedness and submission, and board governance, just to name a few.
After being a part of these organizations, all in different capacities, I wanted to take my experiences and transfer them into guidance and growth opportunities for other nonprofits experiencing the same or similar obstacles, so they too have the opportunity to redefine themselves.
Being able to share knowledge and expertise in this field is a great passion of mine. I am genuinely dedicated to each organization I work with by bringing creative and customized solutions to each issue at hand, without breaking the bank.
Ethics & Values
My mission for my business is simple. I want your organization to grow organically and sustainably. I want to serve your organization in the best way I can by equipping your people with invaluable guidance so your organization can continue to provide for the community your organization serves.
I also believe in having ethical partnerships with the organizations I work with. I want to earn your trust with each service I provide. Like your dedication to your community, I am dedicated to providing ethical results for your organization.
I value diversity. I believe people build a stronger sense of identity and wellbeing and have better education and career outcomes when their diverse strengths, abilities, interests, and perspectives are understood and supported.
I value empathy. I believe empathy allows us to connect with each other and to understand and share in our humanity. Empathy gives us common ground to allow each other to be truly heard and listened to; it allows us a space to experience some of the emotions and feelings of what it takes to be someone else.
I adhere to the Grant Professionals Association Code of Ethics and encourage your organization to do so as well.
As a Community Developer and Nonprofit Consultant, I adhere to the 10 Principles of Community-Centric Fundraising.
Professional Background
Credentials & Awards
Masters of Arts, Community Development, Future Generations University 2021
Certificate "Best Practices in Project Management Success" Rochester Institute of Technology 2020
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, International Affairs, and Spanish from Western Kentucky University 2016
Kentucky Governor's Service Award, 2018
Connected Associations
The Association of Consultants to Nonprofits, Member
Grant Professionals Association, Member
American Planners Association, Member
Bowling Green Junior Woman's Club, Vice President
Kentucky Colonels Association, Lifelong Member
Leadership Kentucky, ELEVATE KENTUCKY, Class of 2021
Myers-Briggs
E-Extraverted
N-Intuitive
T-Thinking
J-Judging
"ENTJ's are decisive people who love momentum and accomplishment. They gather information to construct their creative visions but rarely hesitate for long before acting on them."
Ennegram Type 3: The Achiever
"The Success-Oriented, Pragmatic Type: Adaptable, Excelling, Driven, and Image-Conscious"
The Predictive Index: Maverick
"Mavericks are visionaries who want to achieve what’s never been achieved before. They’re not fans of the status quo and will shake things up. Mavericks tend to be innovative, influential, daring, and direct—with a remarkably high tolerance for taking chances."
Clifton Strengths
Learner (Strategic Thinking)
"The Learner theme has a great desire to learn and want to continuously improve. The process of learning, rather than the outcome, excites them."
Context (Strategic Thinking)
"People exceptionally talented in the Context theme enjoy thinking about the past. They understand the present by researching its history."
Woo (Influencing)
"People exceptionally talented in the Woo theme love the challenge of meeting new people and winning them over. They derive satisfaction from breaking the ice and making a connection with someone."
Responsibility (Executing)
"People exceptionally talented in the Responsibility theme take psychological ownership of what they say they will do. They are committed to stable values such as honesty and loyalty."
Significance (Influencing)
"People exceptionally talented in the Significance theme want to make a big impact. They are independent and prioritize projects based on how much influence they will have on their organization or people around them."
The Fun Stuff
My husband, Kyle, and I have been married since November of 2019. We take care of our 12-year old Labradoodle, Spock.
I am an avid crocheter. I have made blankets, toys, and everything in between. Feel free to check out my Instagram page and my shop on Facebook.
With our wonderful neighbors, we have created a 3-family garden, while also promoting sustainability through composting and food storage.
When I am not working, I love being outdoors kayaking, cooking for our family, or scouting out the next ice cream shop with my husband.