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Propelling Change

At Propel Consulting, we are dedicated to empowering organizations that make a positive impact in their communities, offering tailored consulting services to a diverse range of mission-driven entities. 


Our dedicated team collaborates with clients to develop strategic plans, implement effective fundraising strategies, enhance marketing efforts, optimize operations, and foster organizational growth and sustainability.


With a focus on innovation, creativity, and personalized support, Propel Consulting is committed to helping these diverse organizations achieve their missions and create positive change in the world.

Mission Statement

“Propel Consulting is dedicated to empowering nonprofit organizations through thoughtful guidance, innovative solutions, and personalized support.”

Vision Statement

“We envision a future where every nonprofit thrives, driving positive social impact and fostering a world of opportunity and equality for all.”
WHO WE ARE

Services We Offer

At Propel, we partner with a diverse range of organizations, including museums, travel and tourism entities, historical sites, arts and cultural groups, community centers, recreation and parks departments, events and festivals, science centers, chambers of commerce, and libraries. Our tailored services empower these institutions to enhance their strategic planning, fundraising, marketing, operations, and program development:
Workshops & Speaking

Workshops & Speaking

  • Delivering customized workshops and training sessions on various topics.
  • Providing keynote speeches and presentations at conferences and events.
Event Planning

Event Planning

  • Managing event logistics, vendor coordination, and budgeting for events.
  • Offering guidance on event marketing, sponsorship acquisition, and attendee engagement.
Technical Writing

Technical Writing

  • Consulting on grant proposals, funding applications, and programmatic reports.
  • Developing policies, procedures, and organizational manuals.
Staff Training Programs

Staff Training Programs

  • Designing and delivering customized staff training programs to enhance skills.
  • Conducting training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and learning objectives.
  • Implementing engaging and interactive training sessions for professional development.
Board Retreats & Workshops

Board Retreats & Workshops

  • Facilitating board retreats to foster strategic thinking and collaboration.
  • Providing training on governance best practices, board roles, and responsibilities.
  • Offering workshops on effective board leadership.
Program Development

Program Development

  • Collaborating to design, launch, and evaluate innovative programs and initiatives.
  • Conducting needs assessments and feasibility studies to inform program design.
  • Providing support with program evaluation, outcome measurement, and impact assessment.
Succession Planning

Succession Planning

  • Assisting organizations in developing succession plans for leadership transitions.
  • Identifying internal talent and leadership development opportunities.
  • Facilitating leadership training and mentorship programs.
Operations Planning

Operations Planning

  • Assessing operational workflows, systems, and efficiencies to streamline processes.
  • Implementing performance metrics and KPIs to measure organizational effectiveness.
  • Offering recommendations for technology integration, process improvements, and restructuring.
Marketing Consultation

Marketing Consultation

  • Conducting marketing audits to assess current strategies, branding, and messaging.
  • Developing integrated marketing ideas to increase visibility and enhance public relations.
  • Providing guidance on digital marketing, social media strategies, and content development.
Fundraising Strategy

Fundraising Strategy

  • Designing customized fundraising strategies to diversify revenue streams and maximize donor engagement.
  • Providing guidance on grant writing, donor cultivation, major gifts, and capital campaigns.
  • Offering training and support for effective fundraising techniques and donor stewardship.

Strategic Planning

We facilitate strategic planning sessions and develop frameworks to guide nonprofits towards their goals.
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Strategic Planning

  • Facilitating strategic planning sessions to define organizational goals, objectives, and action plans.
  • Conducting SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
  • Developing strategic frameworks to guide decision-making and resource allocation.

Fundraising Strategy

We design customized fundraising strategies to diversify revenue and enhance donor engagement.
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Fundraising Strategy

  • Designing customized fundraising strategies to diversify revenue streams and maximize donor engagement.
  • Providing guidance on grant writing, donor cultivation, major gifts, and capital campaigns.
  • Offering training and support for effective fundraising techniques and donor stewardship.

Marketing Consultation

We conduct marketing audits and develop strategies to increase visibility and reach target audiences.
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Marketing Consultation

  • Conducting marketing audits to assess current strategies, branding, and messaging.
  • Developing integrated marketing ideas to increase visibility and enhance public relations.
  • Providing guidance on digital marketing, social media strategies, and content development.

Operations Planning

We streamline processes and implement performance metrics to maximize organizational efficiency.
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Operations Planning

  • Assessing operational workflows, systems, and efficiencies to streamline processes.
  • Implementing performance metrics and KPIs to measure organizational effectiveness.
  • Offering recommendations for technology integration, process improvements, and restructuring.

Succession Planning

We assist in developing succession plans and leadership training for smooth transitions.
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Succession Planning

  • Assisting organizations in developing succession plans for leadership transitions.
  • Identifying internal talent and leadership development opportunities.
  • Facilitating leadership training and mentorship programs.

Program Development

We collaborate to design and evaluate innovative programs and initiatives.
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Program Development

  • Collaborating to design, launch, and evaluate innovative programs and initiatives.
  • Conducting needs assessments and feasibility studies to inform program design.
  • Providing support with program evaluation, outcome measurement, and impact assessment.

Board Retreats & Workshops

We facilitate retreats and provide training on governance best practices.
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Board Retreats & Workshops

  • Facilitating board retreats to foster strategic thinking and collaboration.
  • Providing training on governance best practices, board roles, and responsibilities.
  • Offering workshops on effective board leadership.

Staff Training Programs

We deliver customized training to enhance skills and capabilities.
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Staff Training Programs

  • Designing and delivering customized staff training programs to enhance skills.
  • Conducting training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and learning objectives.
  • Implementing engaging and interactive training sessions for professional development.

Technical Writing

We consult on grant proposals and develop organizational manuals.
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Technical Writing

  • Consulting on grant proposals, funding applications, and programmatic reports.
  • Developing policies, procedures, and organizational manuals.

Event Planning

We manage event logistics and offer strategies for marketing and engagement.
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Event Planning

  • Managing event logistics, vendor coordination, and budgeting for events.
  • Offering guidance on event marketing, sponsorship acquisition, and attendee engagement.

Workshops & Speaking

We deliver tailored workshops and keynote speeches on various topics.
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Workshops & Speaking

  • Delivering customized workshops and training sessions on various topics.
  • Providing keynote speeches and presentations at conferences and events.
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What Others Are Saying

I directly attribute the successes we have, despite Covid-19 and a major named storm hitting our community, to having Ari leading the charge.
Michelle Dugas
Vice Chair
Bayou Country Children’s Museum  |  
Thibodaux, LA
It would be easy to throw around industry buzzwords like “force multipliers” or “synergies” or “return on investment.” I’ll save you the time. Ari and Marcus are good people who care about the causes they support and will absolutely help your organization.
Stefan Borssen
Executive Director
Imperial Calcasieu Museum  |  
Lake Charles, LA
Professional, detailed, flexible, passionate, understanding, forward thinking and driven to make things happen! Arianna with Propel, has proven to be these things and much more, as she has been a huge support in guiding the non-profit organization I chair. Planning and executing meaningful and sensitive strategies that work for our organization have been a top priority for her. She has catered to our specific needs and has been beyond helpful and generous with adjusting to meet us at a place that works for us, all while keeping her professional and motivated ways at the forefront of the strategic plan she is implementing! I look forward to continued collaboration with Arianna and her team at Propel, as we engage through this process for years to come!
Chrissy Rodart
Board Secretary
Alpha House  |  
Taft, CA
Arianna and Marcus are an amazing team. They’ll show up, assess any situation and just ROCK it. Thank you guys for all you do!
Derrick Williams
Board President
Imperial Calcasieu Museum   |  
Lake Charles, LA
Propel Consulting takes an innovative approach to bringing your vision to fruition. Not only do they deliver value professionally, but it will also be done with integrity! I definitely recommend their services with a 5 star review!
Joshua Moore
Owner & Consultant
Crave Moore Catering & Consulting  |  
Beaumont, TX
We highly recommend Propel Consulting to any organization seeking top-tier consulting services. Their collaborative and client-focused approach made the entire process seamless and highly productive. We always felt heard and valued, with our feedback and ideas incorporated into the project’s development. Propel Consulting’s expertise and dedication have not only helped us lay a strong foundation for our Discovery Center but have also empowered us with the tools and strategies needed for future success. Their passion for excellence and unwavering support make them an invaluable partner. Thank you, Propel Consulting, for your exceptional work and for helping us bring our vision for the Cane River Discovery Center to life!
Rebecca Blankenbaker
Executive Director
Cane River National Heritage Area  |  
Natchitoches, LA
Ari and Marcus are passionate and highly skilled in what they do. You won’t find a more professional team. I worked with Ari on a project and her attention to detail was well beyond what I expected. Highly recommend!
Devan Corbello
Executive Director
Visit St. Francisville  |  
St. Francisville, LA
Strategy is at the heart of successful organizations. However, the process behind strategy is no easy task. It requires detailed planning, careful implementation, and continuous assessment. Thankfully, Arianna was able to make this process clear and straightforward. I highly recommend her services if you are wanting your non-profit to operate at its highest level possible.
Matthew Davis
Board Vice President
West Kern Oil Museum  |  
Taft, CA
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Our Team

Arianna Mace

CEO & Founder

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Marcus Lawson

Marketing & Business Development Consultant

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Erica Miller

Operations Consultant

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Arianna Mace

CEO & Founder

Arianna is a dedicated educator and leader who began her career at the age of 18 as a coach, working with children across various sports and discovering her passion for guiding others through their most vulnerable moments. She earned a Master’s degree in Education and embraced a teaching philosophy centered on facilitating discovery and personal growth. Beyond her teaching duties, Arianna excelled in planning extracurricular programs and engaging the community.

With over a decade of experience in education, Arianna transitioned to the nonprofit sector, initially serving as the Director of Education and later as the Executive Director at the Bayou Country Children’s Museum. In these roles, she developed strategies that saved the museum from closure, raised two million dollars, and strengthened community and donor relationships. Arianna’s leadership ensured the museum’s survival through significant challenges such as COVID-19 and Hurricane Ida.

Driven by a deep belief in community-driven initiatives, Arianna founded Propel Consulting to help mission-driven organizations build capacity and sustainability. Her proven track record of creating sustainable strategies has made her a trusted partner for mission-driven organizations across several states.

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Marcus Lawson

Marketing & Business
Development Consultant

Raised in New Orleans, Marcus Lawson is an award-winning cheerleading coach and choreographer. For 16 years he ran two cheerleading/gymnastics facilities in the Hammond and Madisonville area where he empowered his students to be champions on and off the competition floor. During his tenure Spirit Professional and its All-Star program was recognized as one of Louisiana’s top All-Star programs.

Shifting careers and relocating to Thibodaux, he joined the Bayou Country Children’s Museum as Marketing and Development Manager. In this role, he built relationships with some of the area’s largest companies and community partners raising over $500,000 in sponsorships as well as developing strategies to drive visitation to the museum.


A graduate of the University of New Orleans with a degree in Psychology, Marcus resides in Lake Charles, LA with his husband Timothy. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and still finds time to choreograph for cheerleading gyms in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.

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Erica Miller

Operations Consultant

Erica Miller is a seasoned operations consultant with a wealth of experience spanning various sectors. With a career dedicated to enhancing organizational efficiency and productivity, Erica has honed her skills over 15 years in customer service and operational management.


Having spent nine years in the non-profit sector, Erica has a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this area. Erica is passionate about helping organizations thrive by implementing tailored solutions that streamline processes and empower teams.


Specializing in optimizing training programs and developing procedures for both volunteers and employees, Erica is committed to driving sustainable change. Her strategic approach and collaborative mindset have earned her a reputation for delivering results that positively impact the bottom line.


Outside of her professional pursuits, Erica is an avid advocate for community engagement and social impact initiatives. She believes in the power of effective communication and continuous improvement to drive meaningful change in both individual and organizational capacities.

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