Welcome to Global True North, A Boutique Health & Human Services Public Benefit Corporation
Global True North is a Public Benefit Corporation focused on modernizing health and human services with a human-centered approach built on a framework anchored in the 'Science of Hope.' Our experienced team collaborates with clients to improve community well-being, driving societal and environmental impact through efficient, dignified system modernization.
The firm understands the complexities of managing health & human services organizations.
Partners of the firm have served in periods of deep transformation
Emphasis on developing support structures as systems modernize to meet the goal
About Us
Global True North, a Public Benefit Corporation, is a boutique human services management consulting firm that is dedicated to real change. At our firm, we understand the complexities and challenges of managing health & human services organizations. Whether you're seeking to improve your organization's efficiency, increase your impact, or transform the system as a whole, we have the expertise and experience to help you get there. Our team is made up of former health & human services leaders who are deeply invested in creating a better future for those who rely on these essential services.
Mission and Dedication
Dedicated to achieving real change in the health & human services sector. Understands the complexities and challenges of managing public sector organizations.
Passion for Next-Generation Development
Partners of Global True North have experience in periods of deep transformation. They are enthusiastic about developing the next generation of health & human services in the United States and beyond.
Services We Provide
Global True North, a Public Benefit Corporation, is a boutique human services management consulting firm that is dedicated to real change.
Grassroots Strategic Planning | The True North Process
At GTN, we believe the most enduring strategies are created in collaboration with, not just for, the people and communities they serve. Our grassroots strategic planning services, referred to as the True North Process, are designed to bring individuals, community-based organizations, frontline staff, and local leaders into the center of strategic visioning and implementation.
Delivery Model Transformation | Physical and Digital Modernization
Human services delivery must evolve to meet the needs of today’s communities. At GTN, we help agencies modernize their physical footprint and digital experience. We create seamless, accessible, and human-centered systems that serve individuals and families with urgency and compassion.
Culture Modernization
Organizational culture is the foundation of every successful transformation. GTN has developed an intentional culture model, informed by more than a dozen HHS leaders in the spring of 2023. This model emphasizes four core elements essential for fostering a national culture in HHS: being Human-Centered, Outcomes-Driven, Relationship-Focused, Trauma-Informed, and Hope-Centered.
Human-Centered Design
Human-Centered Design (HCD) is more than a methodology; it is a disciplined practice of listening deeply, designing intentionally, and testing continuously. GTN’s methodology gives HHS the practical skills and frameworks necessary to ensure that the voices of clients and employees remain central to all decision-making processes.
AI & Technology Visioning | Unlocking Capacity in HHS
Technology is more than just infrastructure; it serves as a powerful driver for modernization, improved access, and an enhanced human experience in HHS. At GTN, we work with HHS leaders to define and implement innovative, responsible technology strategies that deliver real outcomes.
Direct Advisory and Board Member Support
The GTN leadership team consists of experienced professionals who have held senior positions in both government and nonprofit human services. We understand the weight of executive decision-making and the strategic considerations of oversight bodies. That’s why we offer Direct Advisory and Board Member Support, one-on-one, discreet, and strategic guidance tailored for directors, commissioners, board chairs, and other top leaders in HHS.
Budget and Finance Advisory
At Global True North (GTN), we understand that effective financial management is foundational to the success of health and human services (HHS) systems. Our Budget and Finance Advisory team collaborates with public sector leaders to navigate increasingly complex financial landscapes while prioritizing the improvement of tangible outcomes for individuals and families.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Global True North, a Public Benefit Corporation, is a boutique human services management consulting firm that is dedicated to real change. At our firm, we understand the complexities and challenges of managing human services organizations.
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Global True North, a Public Benefit Corporation, is a boutique human services management consulting firm that is dedicated to real change.