Business & Nonprofit Consultants
Meet the Founders
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Nonprofit Governance & Compliance
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Scaling, Strategic Fundraising & Grant Writing
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Executive Operations & Stakeholder Engagement
Dana is a forward-thinking leader with more than two decades of experience driving organizational sustainability, fundraising growth, and strategic development for nonprofits, arts organizations, and mission-driven entities. Mission-Driven Leadership: Founder & CEO of The Ruth Collective, a nationwide nonprofit supporting individuals seeking out-of-state healthcare, and serves as Fractional COO for Abrasive Misfit Productions, Inc. Proven Fundraising Track Record: Has designed and managed major capital campaigns, scaling revenues by millions for organizations like Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Adventure Theatre MTC, and the American Heart Association. Advocacy & Governance: Deeply committed to equity, bodily autonomy, and child advocacy, Dana actively serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and community organizer. She is also a dedicated advocate & volunteer for many performing arts organizations.
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Operating Model & Organizational Design
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Change Management & Strategic Planning
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Process Optimization & Business Continuity
Steve is a seasoned organizational effectiveness consultant and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel (USMA West Point graduate) who specializes in helping organizations adapt, perform, and endure through complex change. Enterprise Transformation: Senior Consultant at Slalom, designing operating models, business continuity frameworks, and AI-enabled delivery governance for Fortune 500 companies in life sciences, retail, utilities, and insurance. Strategic Leadership: Former Professor & Executive Advisor in Behavioral Sciences at the National Defense University, advising C-suite executives and developing leadership curriculum for thousands of senior leaders. Operational Resilience: Led high-stakes organizational development, process improvement, and crisis response efforts for the Department of Defense, NATO, USAA, and the Afghan Ministry of Defense.
Our Story
Rooted in Service, Driven by Purpose
For almost 25 years, our journey has been defined by partnership, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to driving meaningful change. As a retired military family, we spent decades navigating high-stakes environments—leading diverse teams, managing complex crises, and building resilient communities across the globe.
When our military service concluded, founding The Hall Group was a natural evolution. We realized that whether navigating the dynamic world of business or scaling a mission-driven nonprofits, organizations thrive when they align two critical elements: solid operational strategy and human-centered leadership.
Life Beyond the Boardroom
When we aren't working alongside executives and nonprofit boards, you’ll find us surrounded by the beautiful, creative energy of our family life. We are proud parents to two incredibly talented kids: our daughter, Katie Beth, a NY & LA-based actor who is also pursuing a degree in Art, and our son, George, a high schooler set on taking the music world by storm as a professional drummer.
Our home in the Pacific Northwest is rounded out by an energetic crew of 3 dogs, 4 chickens, and 5 ducks—a daily reminder of the joy found in building a grounded, vibrant home.
Why Partner With Us?
When you work with The Hall Group, you don't just get advisers—you get battle-tested leaders who understand sacrifice, precision, and the power of human connection. Whether you need to build a multi-million dollar fundraising roadmap, redesign your operating model, or guide your leadership team through transitional growth, we bring the clarity, empathy, and strategic discipline to help you succeed.