what clients say

The strongest measure of collaboration is not the quality of the conversations—it is what becomes possible because of them.

Here is what clients have said about working with Shifting Patterns to build clarity, create alignment, strengthen collaboration, and sustain momentum.

The stories below reflect the outcomes clients most often seek: clarity, alignment, stronger collaboration, and sustained momentum.

featured testimonials

Building clarity

Challenge: The backbone organization needed practical guidance for strengthening its operations and sustainably growing its network of affiliate members.

Result: Clear recommendations aligned with the organization’s resources, structure, and capacity.

"Kimberley’s recommendations were well suited for our resources and organizational structure. She provided exactly what we needed and ensured we were confident about how to apply her recommendations."  
Rob Rutland-Brown Former Executive Director, National Justice for Our Neighbors

creating alignment

Challenge: The leadership team needed a process for strengthening relationships, building trust, and aligning around a shared path forward.

Result: Greater trust, lasting insights, and meaningful behavioral change.

"We emerged from our leadership retreat with lasting insights and behavioral change. Kimberley quickly earned the trust of our leadership team through her thoughtfulness, warmth, professionalism, and preparation.”
Stéphane de Messières Former Director of Operations, Ashoka Changemakers

Strengthening collaboration

Challenge: The team needed productive dialogue that could be translated into meaningful action.

Result: Stronger collaboration, greater accountability, and follow-through on shared commitments.

"Kimberley provided the space for open dialogue while keeping our team focused on action. Her leadership, communication, and facilitation skills helped move our campaign from conversation to follow through."
Tebabu Assefa Founder and Chief Storyteller, Blessed Coffee

strengthening momentum

Challenge: The alliance needed stronger engagement, leadership support, and collaborative infrastructure to continue growing.

Result: An active design team, expanded leadership capacity, and greater momentum for collective action.

“ With Shifting Patterns’ support and facilitation, we now have an active design team and a deep bench of advisors and supporters. Kimberley combines strong organizational insight with the ability to adapt conversations and keep groups moving forward.”
Jim Schulman Executive Director, Alliance for Regional Cooperation

Challenge: A growing network required leadership support and a clear path forward through complexity and change.

Result: Greater confidence, stronger team alignment, and a clear direction for future action.

"Having professional support and expertise was absolutely key for me as a leader and for the team as a whole. Kimberley's attention to detail and commitment to understanding our challenges helped us develop a clear path forward."
Daniela Matielo Former Director of Network Activation, Ashoka Changemakers

Ready to strengthen your collaborative?

Whether your group needs greater clarity, stronger alignment, or sustained momentum, Shifting Patterns can help you create the conditions for your multistakeholder collaborative to thrive.

Let’s explore what’s possible together.