Equipping leaders to drive change through the power of connection.

We help schools and organizations grow by building CONNECTIONS, inspiring CURIOSITY, and creating meaningful CHANGE.

At Connecting Forward, our founder, Dr. Charisse Taylor—trained at both Harvard and Columbia Universities—has dedicated her career to developing powerful tools and techniques that drive transformative organizational change through authentic connection.

Working Together

Team Retreats:
Clarity & Action

Feeling overwhelmed by competing priorities? Our 2-day retreat strengthens team connections, reflects on current strategies, and builds an actionable plan.

Professional Learning: Practical Tools for Real Impact

Struggling to align your team or board? Our learning experiences—including the Strategic Stewardship Institute and Design Thinking Workshops.

Strategic Planning: Streamline & Strengthen

Facing operational hurdles or resource constraints? Our Strategic Operations Accelerator helps schools and nonprofits overcome challenges, improve efficiency, and strengthen core operations.

Executive Coaching: Practical Support

Feeling isolated in leadership? Our coaching provides personalized support through 60-minute sessions, virtual follow-ups, and on-site visits.

Client Success Stories

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Transform Your Network with the Human Connection Catalog

Stop letting valuable relationships slip through the cracks. The Human Connection Catalog is your complete system for turning casual contacts into meaningful professional relationships.

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Lets Build Sustainable Growth Together

Partner with Connecting Forward to unlock your organization’s potential through research-backed strategies and tailored solutions. Contact us to get started.