"Catherine is a key strategic partner for
Blueprint. She's exceptionally smart and insightful, can draw on a
tremendous network of contacts and resources, and is able to communicate and
work with people at all levels, including the Cxx levels, of just about any
organization. She's also refreshingly frank and direct, and a lot of fun
to work with."
Lucy
Bernholz, Founder and President, Blueprint Research & Design; author and
award-winning blogger
"Catherine has a unique blend of knowledge around practical policy work
and evaluation practices. She also has the interpersonal skills to
smoothly connect with both grantee and funders. And her analytical skills are
first class."
Kendall Guthrie,
Senior Evaluation Officer, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
"Catherine was a delight to work with: pro-active,
committed, and responsible. I knew I could count on her not only to deliver the
appropriate work products on time, but to contribute as a thought-partner as
well. She brought her years of experience in advocacy and evaluation to the
team, and helped make the final recommendations to our client that much more
valuable."
Heather McLeod Grant, author, Forces
for Good:the Six Practices of
High-Impact Non-profits; Senior Consultant, Monitor Institute
"Catherine is one of the most reliable and competent consultants we've
ever worked with. She consistently provides top quality work and has played a
crucial role in many important projects on behalf of children in the Bay Area."
JoAnna Caywood, Director of Programs
and Partnerships, Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health
"Catherine's intelligence, passion for
improving children's lives, research and writing skills have helped us to do
better work on behalf of children in Santa Clara County."
Dana Bunnett, Executive Director, Kids in Common
"Catherine's insights
into philanthropy and the energy and commitment she brings have been tremendous
assets to the Fund."
Carroll Harrington, Board Member, Palo Alto Community Fund