Collective Flow Consulting

Collective Flow Consulting

Business Consulting and Services

Portland, OR 839 followers

Management consultants creating the Future of Work with mission-driven social entrepreneurs leading with purpose.

About us

Our mission at coFLOWco is to achieve equal opportunity and economic empowerment by amplifying the strengths, voices and creative ideas of diverse leaders. We provide social entrepreneurs with the skills, systems and strategies (products and processes) for impact and success, turning small business owners into C-suite powerhouse leaders. We serve womxn small businesses, creative agencies, inclusive tech firms, mission-driven projects, start-ups, non-profits, B-corps and local companies with heart.

Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
1 employee
Headquarters
Portland, OR
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2019
Specialties
consulting, creative operations, business development, and strategy

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  • Are you a #solopreneur or #founder who’s a bit stuck talking to yourself? Need a sounding board or some guidance—but quickly? Mini-Audits are great option for those who are dipping their toes into hiring a business strategist, consultant, or support for content, ops, and organizational development. See what we can do for you! 🔗 in comments. We’re thrilled to have amazing clients like Sharon Hurley Hall (she-her) who’s growing the mission-driven side of her business and moving fully into her purpose. When you become a client you become a part of a bigger collective community of colleagues and consultants— ‘doing the work’ while we work together! Thanks for the shout out Sharon! 💙💜❤️ #community #business #development #leadership #entrepreneurship #collective #collectiveimpact #entrepreneur #socialentrepreneur #socialimpact #founder #smallbusinessconsulting #smallbusinessowners #smallbiz #sdg8 #sdg5 #sdg10 #consultants

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    Founder, Sharon's Anti-Racism Newsletter | NEW: SHHARE Anti-Racism Community - Apply Today! | Author, I'm Tired of Racism | Creator, Launch & Profit Newsletter Launchpad

    Big shout-out to Emily O. Weltman, M. Ed. for an excellent business and website strategy session last week. I got a LOT of value from it and have already started implementing some of her recommendations so my new focus as an antiracism writer, educator and activist is crystal clear.

  • Women working on humanitarian crises—important funding opportunity:

    🏆 Prize competition notice! 🏆 Today, we are proud to launch our Locally Led Humanitarian Assistance Prize Competition 2024: Women-Led and Women’s Rights Organizations Making a Difference. We look forward to shining spotlights on transformative work and innovations pioneered by women leading local relief efforts. The contest is open to women-led humanitarian and women’s rights organizations registered in the Democratic Republic of the Congo #DRC, #Guatemala, #Haiti, #Iraq, #Mali, and #Ukraine — or those who can justify being unable to register in these countries. The competition is funded by USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance in partnership with USAID’s Innovation, Technology, and Research Hub offering one grand prize award of $250,000 USD and five additional prizes worth $150,000 each. Click ⬇ for details about how to enter. We look forward to your entries! #USAIDCompetitions https://lnkd.in/eBTgeMZ7 Photo courtesy of Fedecovera R.L., Anayanci Artola, February 2024

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    Founder, Sharon's Anti-Racism Newsletter | NEW: SHHARE Anti-Racism Community - Apply Today! | Author, I'm Tired of Racism | Creator, Launch & Profit Newsletter Launchpad

    I've been having some interesting conversations this week around mission, values and alignment. At the end of 2023 I did a strategy session with the fabulous Emily O. Weltman, M. Ed.(seriously, hire her and you will get much more than you expected). At the end of it we landed on these three pillars and this statement, which are now at the top of my home page. Equality Advocate. Author. Educator. Empowering equality and eliminating racism through story telling and education for systems change. A lot has changed this year, especially in the last few months, but I looked at that mission again, and I still feel like it reflects what I'm all about and how I hope to work with people. In thinking about who I work best with when it comes to anti-racism, here's what came to mind: - I'm here for the people who know they have work to do and are prepared to do the work. - I'm here for the people who don't want a saviour but DO want a guide. - I'm here for the action takers who are ready to make a difference, and who show up imperfectly rather than not showing up at all. - I'm here for the people who don't just know that anti-racism is a lifestyle, but know the value of anti-racism CPD and the leadership of Black women. If you are one of those people, then maybe you'd like to join my new anti-racism membership community, SHHARE. Comment LIFESTYLE and I'll share details of how to apply. (Note: if we're not already connected, I'll have to send you a standard connection request - I've run out of customised notes for this month.) ****** Have we met? I'm Sharon, educator, author and equality advocate. If you liked this post please share with your network and follow Sharon Hurley Hall (she/her) for more content like this. 9 October 2024

  • We talk about money, a lot. But wait, aren’t you a purpose-led social impact brand and business? Why yes we are. And money literacy is as important as media literacy. If you don’t talk about the money, you can’t become sustainable, you’re not equitable, and you’re probably not operating a very good business… even if your business is a nonprofit. In order to make a bigger impact you have to get serious about your revenue and bookkeeping and do the work to stay on top of your financial situation. And in order to be truly equitable, you need to be transparent about your budgets, and profits, and giving back. No money, no mission.

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    Do you think it’s tacky to talk about money? 💰Your perspective may be holding you back…. According to Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, talking more openly about money is vital to breaking the cycle of financial anxiety that plagues 77% of adults in the U.S. Hobson says education and conversations — both in school and around the dinner table — can help give the next generation the tools they need for financial success. She suggests adding investing classes to school curriculums, noting it can have “profound implications for the rest of a person’s life…The more we normalize a money conversation, the closer we are to people being comfortable and informed.” Are you comfortable talking about money with friends, family and colleagues? Chime in the comments. 🎬 Premium Subscribers: Want more from Mellody? Get early access to an extended video of her conversation with Hello Monday’s Jessi Hempel all about how to turn financial fear into money mastery. Join the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/g2tpXbFy ➡️ Not yet a subscriber? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/djNtgBdr

  • If Content is King, Information is Queen.

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    Founder, Writer, Social Entrepreneur, Creative Ops, Biz Dev, and Content Strategy Consultant, working to achieve gender parity+ inclusion one business at a time.

    🚨 Rad tool alert in honor of "International Day for Access to Information" If you follow me (and Uncle Algo is kind that day) you've seen me rant and rave about the importance of media literacy. I'm working on an article breaking down some media to show my process. While I was in that rabbit hole, I found a few cool tools worth checking out. The link below is for the "Misinformation Dashboard: Election 2024" created by The News Literacy Project. "A tool tracking the topics and tactics of 2024 election misinformation" that is "collecting and cataloguing examples of misinformation reveals valuable insights into the common disinformation tactics and narratives that threaten to influence public opinion about the 2024 election." My thoughts: - The dashboard is nicely designed. I like this tool for designers and journalists thinking about how to categorize or disseminate information. - This is dashboard about certain kinds of media, and not focused on our 2 current candidates. - I wish there was a LOT more debunking of what the media shares of 🍊 🚽. I'm guessing those lies are pretty hard to stay on top of. - I want some more flagged around articles having to do with war and weapons, the economy and healthcare. - We need ways to see the connections to MONEY (lobbying, think tanks etc.) - It seems low as far as counts of misinfo. It's not comprehensive; I'm not sure that's the goal. Certainly does not seemed funded or staffed that way. It's a good start and methodology/approach to analyzing election-related media, which they lay that out in a Feb 2014 paper on their site. It is a solid source to visit if you see something viral that doesn't jive. There are others platforms besides this newer one. I reviewed a LONG list from Rand, but most of the links are dead. I would stick with Snopes and Politifact first. Google has some fact check tools though they seem newer, the image ones seem worthwhile). Why share it? Because the tools we use to analyze and approach the media are always changing and we should be looking at nonprofits experimenting with new media, data viz, and anyone increasing access to credible information. As always, stay informed, vigilant, check your sources, see who's funding the media you consume, be wary AF of memes and videos, and don't believe soundbites without finding out context. Too many foreign and domestic "leaders" are counting on us being misinformed or buying and spreading disinformation. Good thing WE know how to do better. Stay tuned for more Hot Tips and Tools alerts, especially around #MediaLiteracy. And PLEASE subscribe to InfoDumpsterFire (See link in comments).

    Misinformation Dashboard: Election 2024 — Be informed, not misled — News Literacy Project

    Misinformation Dashboard: Election 2024 — Be informed, not misled — News Literacy Project

    misinfodashboard.newslit.org

  • When they say “no one wants to work anymore…” we like to share posts like this. Our “Collective” isn’t just the people we send 1099s to. Our collective is the full network of creative, talented humans you should know about and hire. Maya Richard-Craven is one of them. She’s a smart and talented wordsmith, and we’ve no doubt, she’ll be a valuable asset to your team or biz.

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    Forbes Contributor • Media Relations Consultant • Communications Committee, USC Lambda LGBTQ+ Alumni Association • Neuroinclusion Advocate

    Please repost to assist a Black, queer, neurodivergent, and physically disabled person who is looking for full-time work! My main part time/freelance media relations gig is coming to an end at the end of November. The nonprofit that is my client is cutting the hours of the entire media relations team. I did just start with a DEI executive at a global comms firm, but am working for her 24 hours total until the end of the year. In other words, I am behind on taxes, have a hefty hospital bill from an asthma attack, and need to be able to afford my meds for PTSD and other types of neurodivergence. I need your help LinkedIn! I am a media relations consultant and freelance journalist based in LA. I have gotten clients interviews with NPR, Nonprofit Quarterly, and more. I have several years of pitching experience and have written for nearly 40 publications from blind pitching. I have a formula for getting in the door with pitching and I’d love to help your team get even more placements. If you are looking to hire a media relations manager/consultant (I am open to part-time work but would prefer full-time) then please reach out. Here’s what I can bring to your team. -A unique perspective as someone who is Black, neurodivergent, queer, and physically disabled. -Extensive experience with media pitching and getting placements in prominent publications. -Solid relationships with editors, reporters, and staff writers. And so much more! If you are interested in working with me or are hiring for a full-time remote role, please DM me or email mayarichardcraven@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from some of you! -MRC #creativity #neurodivergence #jobs #careers #jobhunt #blacklinkedin #linkedin #linkedincommunity #mediarelations #publicrelations #mediapitching #pitching #media #journalism #pr #commsgirlie #comms #neurodivergent #blackpeople #queerpeople #queer #lgbtq #lgbtqiaplus #freelancer #fulltimework #fulltime #jobopportunities #hiring #recruiter #recruiters #blackwomen #blackgirlmagic

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  • It's #InternationalLiteracyDay. Did you know we have a virtual book store? Why? Our Collective takes a Systems Change approach to business and economics, tackling inequity from every angle. Most Top 10 or Top 100 Business Book Lists feature books by men, for men, about men. We know representation matters. coFLOWco's Bookshop store is one way we fulfill our mission to "achieve equal opportunity and economic empowerment by amplifying the strengths, voices, and creative ideas of diverse leaders." Offering open access to book lists curated by our Collective also aligns with several of our brand's Guiding Principles including: CHAMPION DIVERSE VOICES + PERSPECTIVES SHOW UP + PAY UP PRACTICE MAKES PROGRESS As educators and researchers, we love learning and celebrating great teachers and storytellers! As founders, we know a solid foundation includes feeds, streams, and bookshelves replete with diverse creators and historically under-represented voices. Doing the work must go beyond the office..."because the patriarchy isn't going to fix itself." We are co-creating the "Future of Work" through Collective Action. We are "Leading with Purpose" with inclusive, accessible design communications. We're building a Social and Solidarity Economy, providing resources, support and guidance to those doing the work every day. Join us in reshaping the 'Future of Work' by supporting voices and ideas outside the typical "business thought leader." Because WE KNOW STUFF, too! (Link in comments.)

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  • Thank you for 5 years! Here’s to another 50!

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    Founder, Writer, Social Entrepreneur, Creative Ops, Biz Dev, and Content Strategy Consultant, working to achieve gender parity+ inclusion one business at a time.

    I struggled all day to post and I wrote a few billion words buy nothing felt worthy. This still feels schmaltzy and trite, but it’s all true. When people say we aren’t our work it’s partly true. None of us are one dimensional. But, I embrace my J.O.B.S. They’re a huge part of my identity. I won’t feel bad about that because it isn’t separate from my life. It’s all LIFE. By design. It’s why I started my business (officially 5 years ago!) and why so many like me have done the same. In 2017, at 2am standing in my kitchen after a rough week and long night at my day job, I stood there and word vomited the vision that became coFLOWco in a doc in my phone. 5 years ago, August 28, 2019, I formed my LLC after taking a vacay and realizing it was time. I started to build out the businesses I dreamed up a few years prior, and then 6 months later…ya know the story. By 2020, my vision grew. It was clear it had to be an ecosystem. I learned the problems I was trying to address needed multiple orgs. 3 orgs have names, sites, budgets, strategic plans, and still exist. And we’re just getting started. The making things sustainable and financial/social impact pieces are coming along. 5 years in biz may not seem huge to some, but to me it’s my theory of change in action. Despite a lot, I’m still at it. The 5 year mark for a women owned small business IS a big a$$ deal. 💯 the only way I made it this far was the impetus of The Collective itself: I have many brilliant creative people in my network and they deserve to make it, too. So, THANK YOU…for being a supporter of my work—for hiring me or referring me. For reading my rants and sending me DMs. For my cheerleaders that have come and gone. For the FL5 guests and members who did the same. For subscribing to my personal blog and finding my trove of medium articles. For inviting me on your podcasts and interview series or panels. For schooling me and calling me out or in or just calling me. For allowing me the privilege to share what I know every week and for trusting me with your BIG ideas and dreams for a better future of work and a more safe, kind, and just world. For TEACHING me and letting me teach. For caring more. For not being able to compartmentalize and for showing it’s hard. For showing me your brain and your “imperfections” and sharing your gifts and strengths. For all the gifs and memes, the solidarity and conversations. All the zooms and virtual teas. For allowing me to share my vision and for everyone who has helped or gotten up underneath it. And for all this who’ve donated to Rage2Rainbows, FLOWLab⁵ and hired Collective Flow Consulting…I’m literally just floored at what I/we started and the impact we’ve made. Here’s to the next 50, should I be so lucky. Seriously the world is a dumpster fire and hard. It’s also freaking magical. And for me the magic is 100% the people in my neighborhood, virtual or in my town. YOU are my why. And I cannot wait to see what WE do next.

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    This is not news to us but it is still very newsworthy. There is an enormous gap between the amount of funding opportunities available and the amount of worthy recipients. What’s more: grant programs on the whole require so much labor for already resource-strapped founders and solopreneurs. For women-owned, minority-owned, and disaffiliated small businesses (using U.S. Small Business Administration terminology) the money is needed. The companies are ready. They just aren’t getting the funds. It’s one reason we started FLOWLab⁵ because more intermediaries are needed so businesses in their first 5 years can avoid this kind of heartache. RFPs, grants, and contests. The competition for small bucks when VCs dole out $650 billion to founders— 98% of whom are men is why this whole economy needs an overhaul. 3 out of 4 women want a new economic system, per Forbes. 🧐 We wonder why? Our labor is not a favor. #HireUsFirst #StartHere #SmallBusinesses #Solopreneurs #LaborDay

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    Founder, NED, Chair, Speaker & Investment Mentor || Supporting female founders to scale and working to increase the flow of capital to female-led businesses.

    This Innovate UK grant situation would be laughable if it wasn’t so serious. When I first saw the ‘Women in Innovation’ grant announced, I questioned why Innovate UK needed a female-specific grant in the first place, when *surely* they show no gender bias in their assessment process. Alas, don’t look a gift horse in the mouth: 50 women receiving a £75k grant is not to be sniffed at. It’s not enough, mind, but baby steps and all. Over the past week, reading the frankly disgusting stats about the grant procedure and lack of women being funded has truly floored me. It seems that just short of 1,500 (1,452 to be precise) female founders applied for the award, for only 25 – yes, 50% of what was available – to be awarded. That’s now over 1,400 women who have taken their eyes off their business to go through the onerous process of applying for the grant, only to not receive it and – by all accounts – have lazy and ill-informed feedback as to why. Whilst I haven’t read the grant applications, I know quite a few of those 1,452 women and some of them are so incredible I’m just speechless that they haven’t received the award. There’s a whole ecosystem out there telling women that the tide is changing. People like me – and way more qualified than me – telling female founders to keep pushing and that there’s money out there. Convincing them that equity investment isn’t the only way (let’s not start on the 2% right now) and encouraging them to apply for grants like this. For this to be the end result is honestly the biggest gut-punch. It screams performative action, systemic bias, terribly trained assessors, and a system that STILL can’t get its act together when it comes to funding women. If you’re one of the founders who applied and wasn’t successful, please take two mins to complete this survey: https://lnkd.in/e5DiciJi I’ll stand by anyone shouting about this. We HAVE to change this system because we can’t keep talking about £250bn being left on the table by underfunded female founders and then an institution like Innovate UK publicly adding to the issue. What’s next ladies? I’m with you! Heather Payne Emma Jarvis Emma Wright Zandra Moore Jordan Dargue Debbie Wosskow, OBE Emmie Faust investHER-UK Invest in Women Taskforce The Lifted Project Lifted Ventures The 51% Club Female Founders Rise Female Founder Finance

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