Selected Work

Strategy is valuable when something changes.

The measure of a strategic engagement isn't whether the meeting went well. It's whether leaders make better decisions, priorities become clearer, people take ownership, and the organization moves.

Foundation Strategy

Healthcare Foundation of Miami County

Challenge

The organization was stalled, had limited public recognition, and wanted the ability to make a larger and more visible impact in the community.

Work

The strategic-planning engagement addressed both organizational identity and future direction.

  • Renaming the organization
  • Reconsidering its position in the community
  • Developing updated mission, vision, and purpose statements
  • Establishing a more ambitious impact strategy
  • Developing a public campaign around a major “splash grant” opportunity

Arts & Culture Strategy

Manchester Symphony Orchestra

Challenge

The orchestra had lost important financial and marketing support, creating a need to reconsider its long-term role, revenue model, partnerships, audience engagement, and programming.

Work

  • Mission and vision
  • Organizational positioning
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Fundraising diversification
  • Patron engagement before, during, and after performances
  • Programming for a broader audience

Selected Engagements

Experience across mission-driven and complex organizations.

Additional executive facilitation work has included complex organizations, Fortune 100 companies, and universities through Jason's work as a Senior Consultant with Interaction Associates.

What Clients Say

“The planning process has helped create clearer alignment among leadership, a stronger shared understanding of organizational priorities, and a practical framework to guide the organization as the work continues.”

Corinne Becknell Lucas
Northern Indiana Community Foundation

“One of Dr. Gornto's greatest strengths is his ability to move organizations beyond broad aspirations and toward practical implementation.”

Trent McCormick
Peru Community Schools

“Jason's leadership facilitating our discussion was invaluable.”

Jim Smith
Manchester Symphony Orchestra

What needs to change next?

If the answer requires clarity, alignment, and a practical path to action, let's talk.

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