Guiding Leaders with Clarity and Purpose
At Lumen, we believe people want to flourish — and when leaders thrive, organizations thrive. We help associations, colleges and universities, nonprofits, and fraternal organizations gain clarity, align their people, and move forward with confidence.
Our work transforms uncertainty into direction, ideas into action, and teams into thriving communities of purpose.
"In an organization with diverse and vocal stakeholders, Lumen helped us clarify what we needed and who we wanted. I truly enjoyed working with the team and would recommend them to anyone that asked."
— Board chair, International Association and Foundation
How We Help
Lasting impact begins with clarity.
Whether shaping a new strategic plan, guiding a leadership transition, or strengthening culture and engagement, our work helps leaders and teams move forward with confidence and purpose.
We organize our services in three interconnected areas:
Strategy & Governance
Aligning mission, vision, and leadership for lasting impact.
We help boards, staff, and stakeholders unite around shared priorities and purpose.
Our work builds the structure and alignment needed to turn ideas into action.
Services include:
Designing and facilitating strategic plans that drive measurable progress
Conducting independent governance and organizational reviews
Supporting boards and executives in clarifying roles, decisions, and direction
“Christian demonstrated exceptional skill in guiding complex conversations, aligning diverse perspectives, and helping our team crystallize a shared vision. His facilitation style is both structured and adaptive, allowing space for creativity while keeping the group focused on outcomes.” - Scott Bova, President, Triangle Education Foundation
Leadership & Culture
Equipping leaders to navigate change and build thriving organizations.
Leadership is about more than position — it’s about presence, clarity, and alignment.
We help executives, boards, and teams strengthen culture, collaboration, and communication so people can do their best work together.
Services include:
Coaching and support for presidents, executives, and boards through transition and growth
Facilitated sessions that build team trust, alignment, and accountability
Guidance to define roles, responsibilities, and pathways for long-term success
”Through thoughtful facilitation and structured conversations, Christian helped us have a clearer sense of our work and how to best structure it. The tools and deliverables, especially the people map and revised org chart, were incredibly helpful.” - Amanda Sloan, Executive Director, Alpha Delta Pi
Growth & Engagement
Cultivating resources and relationships that sustain your mission.
Every organization depends on the strength of its relationships.
We help leaders connect mission with message, strengthen donor and member engagement, and build systems for sustainable growth.
Services include:
Campaign design, fundraising coaching, and donor engagement strategies
Building systems and stories that connect alumni, members, and stakeholders with purpose
Aligning resources and people to ensure organizational sustainability
”The Lumen team is much more than a consulting firm. Christian rolls up his sleeves and becomes an extra pair of hands. Working together, we expanded our day of giving strategy, tripling our fundraising in the first year of partnership! “ - Tanner Marcantel, Executive Director, Theta Xi Foundation
Who We Serve
Every field faces unique challenges. Lumen brings the clarity, perspective, and practical experience that help leaders turn complexity into confidence — and ideas into lasting progress.
Higher
Education
Supporting presidents, boards, and campus teams in navigating complexity and charting the future.
We help institutions strengthen leadership alignment, clarify priorities, and connect their fraternity and sorority life or student affairs work to broader institutional goals.
Fraternal
Organizations
Equipping boards, executives, and alumni leaders to build stronger governance, healthier culture, and deeper member engagement.
From strategic planning to fundraising, we help fraternal organizations honor their heritage while positioning for long-term sustainability.
Nonprofits &
Foundations
Clarifying mission, sharpening strategy, and cultivating resources — so leaders can focus on lasting impact.
We guide nonprofits and foundations in aligning vision with resources, engaging donors and stakeholders, and strengthening the systems that sustain growth.
Associations
Helping volunteer leaders and professional staff align through strategy, governance, and collaboration.
We bring structure and focus to board work, clarify member value, and help associations move from vision to measurable results.
Why Lumen?
We believe clarity creates confidence — and that’s what leaders and teams need most. Like our black lab symbol, we show up as trustworthy, loyal, and fearless guides. We walk alongside leaders, illuminating the path and helping them bring out the best in their people.
We’re not about binders on a shelf. We’re about progress that sticks — and people who flourish.