We started OpenTent because we saw the immense potential of new tech tools, and knew from lived experience that translating that potential into reality would be challenging for many organizations.
Today we partner with our clients to close that gap through Salesforce consulting, staff coaching, business process design, and holistic partnerships for the long haul.
By investing in relationships that last, we help our clients succeed as people, not just organizations.
We hype each other up and deliberately cultivate delight, play, and JOY.
We are forever students: exploring, experimenting, and bringing immense curiosity to every room.
We design our work with intention, simplicity, and vibrancy.
We build for the long-term by creating sustainable solutions.
We hold ourselves accountable for our agreements, and for communicating early and often about them.
We embrace candor. Appreciation, gratitude, and feedback are daily habits.
We show up with integrity and speak up for what we need.
We commit to building an antiracist company in pursuit of collective liberation.
We set each other up for success by delivering work in small impactful increments.
We grow through unlocking the potential in ourselves and the people around us.
Sam Adiv, as told by Kayleigh Collins:
Sam is an energetic and infectious dreamer. He is a forever student, bringing a Beginner’s Mind to every room and using his curiosity about the world to create meaningful growth experiences for his team and his clients. Sam almost went to rabbinical school and now brings those traits to our team, leading with vulnerability and encourages it in others, and creating space for our team to be who they are. His passion and playfulness are evident in everything he does - from teaching Kayleigh how to cook, to training his puppy, to leading our team in envisioning new ideas. Originally from small town Maine, Sam now lives in Denver with his wife Amalia.
A time Sam made it fun: "At our Team Advance in January, I played 'jock jams' music in the background while introducing each member of our team. I love using goofy surprises like that to bring laughter to our work. Also, in high school I was far too nerdy to ever be introduced to a room of people with that kind of music...so now it gives me deep satisfaction to hype up our team of nerds like the champion athletes they are."
Sam Adiv, as told by Kayleigh Collins:
Sam is an energetic and infectious dreamer. He is a forever student, bringing a Beginner’s Mind to every room and using his curiosity about the world to create meaningful growth experiences for his team and his clients. Sam almost went to rabbinical school and now brings those traits to our team, leading with vulnerability and encourages it in others, and creating space for our team to be who they are. His passion and playfulness are evident in everything he does - from teaching Kayleigh how to cook, to training his puppy, to leading our team in envisioning new ideas. Originally from small town Maine, Sam now lives in Denver with his wife Amalia.
A time Sam made it fun: "At our Team Advance in January, I played 'jock jams' music in the background while introducing each member of our team. I love using goofy surprises like that to bring laughter to our work. Also, in high school I was far too nerdy to ever be introduced to a room of people with that kind of music...so now it gives me deep satisfaction to hype up our team of nerds like the champion athletes they are."
Kayeigh Collins, as told by Sam Adiv:
Kayleigh is a champion of personal, professional, and communal growth. Her work is rooted in helping those around her express their true voices, and in creating clearer processes, better data, and healthier teams in every way she can. As a first-generation college graduate, strength coach, and hype-filled MC, Kayleigh inspires her teammates to rise up to be the best version of themselves. Kayleigh just moved from Brooklyn to upstate NY with her husband (Sean), cat (Demetri), and dog (Meatball).
A time Kayleigh made it real: "I made a Christmas Agenda in a Google Doc for our family for our first Christmas in our new home. It consisted of hot cocoa drinking, hikes with our dog, Christmas special TV watching, and Chinese food. It was awesome because we’ve always had Christmas with our families but this was our first opportunity to create our own traditions. I solicited user feedback (from Sean) and plan to iterate for future years.”
Kayeigh Collins, as told by Sam Adiv:
Kayleigh is a champion of personal, professional, and communal growth. Her work is rooted in helping those around her express their true voices, and in creating clearer processes, better data, and healthier teams in every way she can. As a first-generation college graduate, strength coach, and hype-filled MC, Kayleigh inspires her teammates to rise up to be the best version of themselves. Kayleigh just moved from Brooklyn to upstate NY with her husband (Sean), cat (Demetri), and dog (Meatball).
A time Kayleigh made it real: "I made a Christmas Agenda in a Google Doc for our family for our first Christmas in our new home. It consisted of hot cocoa drinking, hikes with our dog, Christmas special TV watching, and Chinese food. It was awesome because we’ve always had Christmas with our families but this was our first opportunity to create our own traditions. I solicited user feedback (from Sean) and plan to iterate for future years.”
Max Azzarello, as told by Eric Kessler:
Max is determined to produce meaningful and impactful work through understanding, laughing, and connecting with those around him. He is an agent of optimism who seeks to spark bits of joy wherever he goes. Max resides in Philadelphia where he loves the food scene and hides the fact that he was almost named Dallas (after the football team).
A moment Max made something Fun: “When I was in grad school, there was a general feeling that people needed to play by the rules. Many of my fellow classmates were professional and structured, sometimes to a fault. I came up with the idea to write brightly colored words of affirmation on index cards and hide them around campus buildings, aiming to inspire people, add whimsy, and spark excitement in my classmates.”
Max Azzarello, as told by Eric Kessler:
Max is determined to produce meaningful and impactful work through understanding, laughing, and connecting with those around him. He is an agent of optimism who seeks to spark bits of joy wherever he goes. Max resides in Philadelphia where he loves the food scene and hides the fact that he was almost named Dallas (after the football team).
A moment Max made something Fun: “When I was in grad school, there was a general feeling that people needed to play by the rules. Many of my fellow classmates were professional and structured, sometimes to a fault. I came up with the idea to write brightly colored words of affirmation on index cards and hide them around campus buildings, aiming to inspire people, add whimsy, and spark excitement in my classmates.”
Eric Bruenner, as told by Eva Jablow:
Eric is a committed lover of learning. Throughout his career, and especially at OpenTent, he has worn many hats, and has brought a desire to implement better systems and processes to the team. He has been known to light a fire after 10 pm, and is a champion of boardgames. He also has an MBA but would never say that to your face.
A moment Eric made something fun: “I ran the world’s fastest and most divisive game of Zoom Werewolf, where I pitted my unsuspecting colleagues against one another in a battle of deception and wits. To this day, the identity of the wolfpack remains a mystery."
Eric Bruenner, as told by Eva Jablow:
Eric is a committed lover of learning. Throughout his career, and especially at OpenTent, he has worn many hats, and has brought a desire to implement better systems and processes to the team. He has been known to light a fire after 10 pm, and is a champion of boardgames. He also has an MBA but would never say that to your face.
A moment Eric made something fun: “I ran the world’s fastest and most divisive game of Zoom Werewolf, where I pitted my unsuspecting colleagues against one another in a battle of deception and wits. To this day, the identity of the wolfpack remains a mystery."
Jennie Goldstein, as told by Alison Johnson:
Jennie is a leader who balances strategic delivery with an empathic heart that makes her the perfect partner in navigating the muddy waters of organizational change and growth. Her diverse career path, from supporting Muslim immigrants in AmeriCorps to finance giants on Wall Street, has given her keen insights into the inner workings of nonprofits and the common struggles that all companies face. Jennie is a native New Yorker and lives in Brooklyn with her husband and growing family. If she could ever find time for herself, she relishes in the simplicity of cooking with a glass of wine and the radio on.
A moment Jennie made something count: When Jennie shared about her experience with motherhood, I was moved by her honesty. She spoke about her ambivalence to motherhood and the struggle of being a stay-at-home parent. I was so grateful to hear a new mother’s experience with parenting was not one where she immediately donned heart-shaped eyes and fell head over heels for her new baby. I knew then that I could depend on Jennie for her sincerity and genuine input.
Jennie Goldstein, as told by Alison Johnson:
Jennie is a leader who balances strategic delivery with an empathic heart that makes her the perfect partner in navigating the muddy waters of organizational change and growth. Her diverse career path, from supporting Muslim immigrants in AmeriCorps to finance giants on Wall Street, has given her keen insights into the inner workings of nonprofits and the common struggles that all companies face. Jennie is a native New Yorker and lives in Brooklyn with her husband and growing family. If she could ever find time for herself, she relishes in the simplicity of cooking with a glass of wine and the radio on.
A moment Jennie made something count: When Jennie shared about her experience with motherhood, I was moved by her honesty. She spoke about her ambivalence to motherhood and the struggle of being a stay-at-home parent. I was so grateful to hear a new mother’s experience with parenting was not one where she immediately donned heart-shaped eyes and fell head over heels for her new baby. I knew then that I could depend on Jennie for her sincerity and genuine input.
Sara Habib, as told by Ariel Lieberman
Sara welcomes a challenge, viewing any stumbling blocks that come her way as just more information to make more informed decisions next time. She has brought that mentality and experience to our OpenTent team, leaning into her inherent strengths of identifying areas for improvement and striving for perfection by helping OpenTent grow, developing leaders on our team, and magnifying our clients’ impacts.
A moment when Sara made something whole:
The year of 2020 was transformative for her as she explicitly saw the impact of inequity close to home. It became very clear to her that she had power to utilize her strengths and affect the change that she wants to see by working with mission driven organizations at OpenTent.
Sara Habib, as told by Ariel Lieberman
Sara welcomes a challenge, viewing any stumbling blocks that come her way as just more information to make more informed decisions next time. She has brought that mentality and experience to our OpenTent team, leaning into her inherent strengths of identifying areas for improvement and striving for perfection by helping OpenTent grow, developing leaders on our team, and magnifying our clients’ impacts.
A moment when Sara made something whole:
The year of 2020 was transformative for her as she explicitly saw the impact of inequity close to home. It became very clear to her that she had power to utilize her strengths and affect the change that she wants to see by working with mission driven organizations at OpenTent.
Eva Jablow, as told by Eric Bruenner:
Eva loves helping clients automate and streamline tedious processes and has an incredible talent for breaking down complex technical concepts into plain language. Eva is a lover of boardgames and a passionate advocate for technology within the nonprofit universe. She may or may not have a pet squirrel that lives on her fire escape in NYC.
A moment Eva made something fun: "I designed, built and hosted an escape the room in my own apartment for my birthday. Complete with custom made and devious puzzles, I locked all of my closest friends inside of a New York City apartment and watched them try to figure out my brain. It was amazing, no regrets."
Eva Jablow, as told by Eric Bruenner:
Eva loves helping clients automate and streamline tedious processes and has an incredible talent for breaking down complex technical concepts into plain language. Eva is a lover of boardgames and a passionate advocate for technology within the nonprofit universe. She may or may not have a pet squirrel that lives on her fire escape in NYC.
A moment Eva made something fun: "I designed, built and hosted an escape the room in my own apartment for my birthday. Complete with custom made and devious puzzles, I locked all of my closest friends inside of a New York City apartment and watched them try to figure out my brain. It was amazing, no regrets."
Alison Johnson, as told by Jennie Goldstein:
Alison is our fearless, pioneering project manager, a role which leverages all her experience as a Disney cruise line counselor and nonprofit tech wizard. Alison’s professional journey started at sea, as she coordinated personnel, scheduling, and event planning with a team representing 50 different nationalities. When she returned to working on land, at an education nonprofit, she implemented mission-driven technology shortcuts to increase efficiency. At OpenTent, Alison has pioneered our project management discipline, and she serves as a project manager and key supporter for a number of new and established clients. Alison lives in Madison, WI with her partner and many inspiring house projects.
A moment when Alison made it fun: Alison’s father was the director of the 4H Music and Drama Festival for Sheboygan County, WI for 33 years. For his 30th anniversary, Alison and her three siblings decided to throw a reunion show for him. She choreographed and recorded the opening and closing numbers, sent them out across Wisconsin, and then 30 people came together one day to perform a whole show earned and rehearsed via the Internet. (It was a huge surprise. Her parents cried. They still watch the video.) For advice on vision, ingenuity, flawless planning, and recording choreography for strangers, reach out to Alison.
Alison Johnson, as told by Jennie Goldstein:
Alison is our fearless, pioneering project manager, a role which leverages all her experience as a Disney cruise line counselor and nonprofit tech wizard. Alison’s professional journey started at sea, as she coordinated personnel, scheduling, and event planning with a team representing 50 different nationalities. When she returned to working on land, at an education nonprofit, she implemented mission-driven technology shortcuts to increase efficiency. At OpenTent, Alison has pioneered our project management discipline, and she serves as a project manager and key supporter for a number of new and established clients. Alison lives in Madison, WI with her partner and many inspiring house projects.
A moment when Alison made it fun: Alison’s father was the director of the 4H Music and Drama Festival for Sheboygan County, WI for 33 years. For his 30th anniversary, Alison and her three siblings decided to throw a reunion show for him. She choreographed and recorded the opening and closing numbers, sent them out across Wisconsin, and then 30 people came together one day to perform a whole show earned and rehearsed via the Internet. (It was a huge surprise. Her parents cried. They still watch the video.) For advice on vision, ingenuity, flawless planning, and recording choreography for strangers, reach out to Alison.
Eric Kessler, as told by Max Azzarello:
The first thing you'll notice about Eric is his carefree sense of joy. The second thing you'll notice is the pragmatism behind it: He has a keen sense that meaningful work should always bring happiness to those involved. Eric has a lifelong passion for helping others, fueled by his family, his Jewish faith, and his sense of community. Despite his professed allegiance to Philadelphia sports teams, his gifted Robinson Canó shirsey suggests that he may secretly be a Mets fan.
A moment Eric made something count: "I have a gratitude group with two friends, where we send each other three things we're grateful for each night. It was hard to stick to at first, but now I can't go to sleep without doing it. I've got like three years of gratitude data to look back on. I especially like how big, life-changing accomplishments can show up next to small things like eating pizza, and it's made me more grateful for the large and small things in my life."
Eric Kessler, as told by Max Azzarello:
The first thing you'll notice about Eric is his carefree sense of joy. The second thing you'll notice is the pragmatism behind it: He has a keen sense that meaningful work should always bring happiness to those involved. Eric has a lifelong passion for helping others, fueled by his family, his Jewish faith, and his sense of community. Despite his professed allegiance to Philadelphia sports teams, his gifted Robinson Canó shirsey suggests that he may secretly be a Mets fan.
A moment Eric made something count: "I have a gratitude group with two friends, where we send each other three things we're grateful for each night. It was hard to stick to at first, but now I can't go to sleep without doing it. I've got like three years of gratitude data to look back on. I especially like how big, life-changing accomplishments can show up next to small things like eating pizza, and it's made me more grateful for the large and small things in my life."
Madalyn Kimlick, as told by Jess Young:
Madalyn thrives at bringing order and strong processes to growing organizations, a skill that she has honed through her experience with the United Nations World Food Programme, a fintech startup and in the nonprofit world. Madalyn calls NYC her home, and loves to spend her free time crafting: cross-stitching, knitting, painting, and even bedazzling a bike helmet.
A moment Madalyn made something real: "I love feeling integrated within a client team, so that I can really learn about their mission, the way they work and the pain points in their day-to-day. The most fulfilling aspect is that moment when things just click for a client. Whether we are rolling out a new tool, dashboard, or feature and it suddenly hits them like - wow, this is going to make my life so much easier."
Madalyn Kimlick, as told by Jess Young:
Madalyn thrives at bringing order and strong processes to growing organizations, a skill that she has honed through her experience with the United Nations World Food Programme, a fintech startup and in the nonprofit world. Madalyn calls NYC her home, and loves to spend her free time crafting: cross-stitching, knitting, painting, and even bedazzling a bike helmet.
A moment Madalyn made something real: "I love feeling integrated within a client team, so that I can really learn about their mission, the way they work and the pain points in their day-to-day. The most fulfilling aspect is that moment when things just click for a client. Whether we are rolling out a new tool, dashboard, or feature and it suddenly hits them like - wow, this is going to make my life so much easier."
Ariel Lieberman, as told by Sara Habib:
Ariel is someone who thrives on having ownership and autonomy in her work and life. She has big goals and big dreams, and is someone who can achieve anything she sets her mind to doing. She has a unique ability to synthesize people, systems, and resources in a strategic and meaningful way.
A moment Ariel made something real: Ariel on her work: “I love that what I do feels deeply personal and has a positive impact on individuals, but also a broader community impact. I don’t have to question if I am doing good.”
Ariel Lieberman, as told by Sara Habib:
Ariel is someone who thrives on having ownership and autonomy in her work and life. She has big goals and big dreams, and is someone who can achieve anything she sets her mind to doing. She has a unique ability to synthesize people, systems, and resources in a strategic and meaningful way.
A moment Ariel made something real: Ariel on her work: “I love that what I do feels deeply personal and has a positive impact on individuals, but also a broader community impact. I don’t have to question if I am doing good.”
Gabby Lobascio, as told by Kara Nic:
When it comes to Salesforce, Gabby is always thinking about the future, choosing solutions that are tested, vetted, and sustainable. With a background in hospitality, Gabby puts others first - she loves helping people get the resources they need to be successful in their work. Outside of work, Gabby loves to be outdoors. Whether it’s taking her dog to the park or a weekend of camping, hiking, and biking, nature is a huge part of her life and what brings her balance.
A moment Gabby made something real: “I was in customer service for my entire career before working for OpenTent. I want to empower people to feel confident with the decisions that they make and their outcomes. Helping others succeed is what makes me tick. It doesn’t need to be my win - assisting someone else in reaching their own 'win' is really rewarding.”
Gabby Lobascio, as told by Kara Nic:
When it comes to Salesforce, Gabby is always thinking about the future, choosing solutions that are tested, vetted, and sustainable. With a background in hospitality, Gabby puts others first - she loves helping people get the resources they need to be successful in their work. Outside of work, Gabby loves to be outdoors. Whether it’s taking her dog to the park or a weekend of camping, hiking, and biking, nature is a huge part of her life and what brings her balance.
A moment Gabby made something real: “I was in customer service for my entire career before working for OpenTent. I want to empower people to feel confident with the decisions that they make and their outcomes. Helping others succeed is what makes me tick. It doesn’t need to be my win - assisting someone else in reaching their own 'win' is really rewarding.”
Stephen Martinez, as told by Connie Tu:
A native Brooklynite, Stephen has spent his professional career working with nonprofits and wearing many different hats before trying his hand at the magical world of nonprofit tech. Never satisfied with the status quo, he is the nonprofit employee’s greatest supporter, and a firm believer in the power of effective programs and process to lift up the work of those serving our communities on the front lines. When he’s not solutioning for NGOs, Stephen can be found working on his karaoke playlist, learning how to play piano, and nerding out on the commonalities between computer languages and natural ones.
A moment Stephen made something count: “I believe wholeheartedly in the power of positive feedback and constructive criticism. I try to make my appreciation for my clients and coworkers count everyday by communicating that feedback and appreciation daily, whenever possible.”
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Stephen Martinez, as told by Connie Tu:
A native Brooklynite, Stephen has spent his professional career working with nonprofits and wearing many different hats before trying his hand at the magical world of nonprofit tech. Never satisfied with the status quo, he is the nonprofit employee’s greatest supporter, and a firm believer in the power of effective programs and process to lift up the work of those serving our communities on the front lines. When he’s not solutioning for NGOs, Stephen can be found working on his karaoke playlist, learning how to play piano, and nerding out on the commonalities between computer languages and natural ones.
A moment Stephen made something count: “I believe wholeheartedly in the power of positive feedback and constructive criticism. I try to make my appreciation for my clients and coworkers count everyday by communicating that feedback and appreciation daily, whenever possible.”
Kara Nic, as told by Gabby Lobascio
Kara is fascinated by the story that data can tell about an organization. Starting her Salesforce journey as a Data Specialist, she spent entire days reviewing and editing spreadsheets. It was through that experience that she quickly developed a love for working with people to uncover how their work can be as impactful as possible. Kara is persistently positive - she’s always willing to lend a helping hand. She is a homebody at heart and loves spending time with her pup, Keith.
A moment Kara made something beautiful: “I am super organized, to the point where I love to catalogue things - even the books and music in my house. I try to be very meticulous, and that affects how I work. Anyone could come into my house and peruse my collection to easily find what they need. I bring the same energy to my Salesforce projects to ensure that I’m leaving folks with something elegant, long-lasting, and easy-to-use.”
Kara Nic, as told by Gabby Lobascio
Kara is fascinated by the story that data can tell about an organization. Starting her Salesforce journey as a Data Specialist, she spent entire days reviewing and editing spreadsheets. It was through that experience that she quickly developed a love for working with people to uncover how their work can be as impactful as possible. Kara is persistently positive - she’s always willing to lend a helping hand. She is a homebody at heart and loves spending time with her pup, Keith.
A moment Kara made something beautiful: “I am super organized, to the point where I love to catalogue things - even the books and music in my house. I try to be very meticulous, and that affects how I work. Anyone could come into my house and peruse my collection to easily find what they need. I bring the same energy to my Salesforce projects to ensure that I’m leaving folks with something elegant, long-lasting, and easy-to-use.”
Angie Pol, as told by Lauren Tassone.
Angie is a natural creative problem solver with a knack for building and maintaining strong relationships with her clients. After starting her career in nonprofits, Angie encountered Salesforce as a user and quickly realized the power and impact of the tool. Angie resides in Rincon, Puerto Rico, where she enjoys surfing every morning, adventuring outdoors, and exercising the arts of sewing, macrame, and weaving. Her ability to nurture her personal hobbies helps fuel what Angie is able to give professionally.
A time Angie made something beautiful: "I love to craft and teach myself how to create new things, especially in fiber arts. Several years ago I learned to macrame (yes, like your mom did in the 70s) and I like finding drift wood or other interesting materials out in nature to use as part of my macrame designs. The most beautiful thing I've made to date is a really intricate lampshade that sits on an old tripod-turned-diy-lamp that was passed down from my partners grandpa!"
Angie Pol, as told by Lauren Tassone.
Angie is a natural creative problem solver with a knack for building and maintaining strong relationships with her clients. After starting her career in nonprofits, Angie encountered Salesforce as a user and quickly realized the power and impact of the tool. Angie resides in Rincon, Puerto Rico, where she enjoys surfing every morning, adventuring outdoors, and exercising the arts of sewing, macrame, and weaving. Her ability to nurture her personal hobbies helps fuel what Angie is able to give professionally.
A time Angie made something beautiful: "I love to craft and teach myself how to create new things, especially in fiber arts. Several years ago I learned to macrame (yes, like your mom did in the 70s) and I like finding drift wood or other interesting materials out in nature to use as part of my macrame designs. The most beautiful thing I've made to date is a really intricate lampshade that sits on an old tripod-turned-diy-lamp that was passed down from my partners grandpa!"
Savana Leveille, as told by Sam & Kayleigh:
Savana is grateful to have been the recipient of an enormous amount of encouragement in her personal and professional journeys, and she shows up for her teammates each day looking to return that positivity and support. She is at her happiest when she can help the people around her be their most effective, talented, and beautiful selves. Savana honed this skill through years backstage, supporting actors from regional theatre to Broadway. Her desire to join OpenTent is driven by the culture and community we’re creating, combining the ideas of supporting individuals toward a larger shared goal. She lives in Denver with her husband, one very small child, and two even smaller dogs.
A time Savana made something fun: "I've spent most of my life as a professional artist and creator, the process of making something means as much to me as the finished product. Creating an environment where creativity and passion fuel our work is everything."
Savana Leveille, as told by Sam & Kayleigh:
Savana is grateful to have been the recipient of an enormous amount of encouragement in her personal and professional journeys, and she shows up for her teammates each day looking to return that positivity and support. She is at her happiest when she can help the people around her be their most effective, talented, and beautiful selves. Savana honed this skill through years backstage, supporting actors from regional theatre to Broadway. Her desire to join OpenTent is driven by the culture and community we’re creating, combining the ideas of supporting individuals toward a larger shared goal. She lives in Denver with her husband, one very small child, and two even smaller dogs.
A time Savana made something fun: "I've spent most of my life as a professional artist and creator, the process of making something means as much to me as the finished product. Creating an environment where creativity and passion fuel our work is everything."
Lauren Tassone, as told by Angie Pol
Lauren came to OpenTent with a background in positive organizational scholarship, which focuses on the science behind human flourishing, and a passion for building the systems that enable people to do just that. Her favorite aspects of her work with OpenTent are the moments of unlocking ideas with teammates and helping them reach new milestones in their work through trainings and team collaboration. Lauren is also a talented cartoonist, pianist and singer, and enjoys baking savory treats, like cheddar biscuits.
A moment Lauren made something real: "I enjoy connecting people with one another. Whether it's through hosting a birthday or holiday gathering (during non-COVID times), or through facilitating team-building activities at company retreats, I love designing intentional experiences for people to feel energized, share who they are, and form connections with new people."
Lauren Tassone, as told by Angie Pol
Lauren came to OpenTent with a background in positive organizational scholarship, which focuses on the science behind human flourishing, and a passion for building the systems that enable people to do just that. Her favorite aspects of her work with OpenTent are the moments of unlocking ideas with teammates and helping them reach new milestones in their work through trainings and team collaboration. Lauren is also a talented cartoonist, pianist and singer, and enjoys baking savory treats, like cheddar biscuits.
A moment Lauren made something real: "I enjoy connecting people with one another. Whether it's through hosting a birthday or holiday gathering (during non-COVID times), or through facilitating team-building activities at company retreats, I love designing intentional experiences for people to feel energized, share who they are, and form connections with new people."
Connie Tu, as told by Stephen Martinez:
Connie is an empath and natural coach, combining technical chops built from their time as an OpenTent Solutions Engineer, with lived experience working and moving through highly pressurized nonprofit environments. She cannot unsee the dynamics of power and identity within the systems we operate in, and brings that watchful eye to her work as a coach. Connie is a proud Oakland native, Long Beach transplant, plant parent, cat caretaker, lover of lifting heavy things, hiker of the forest, soaker of the sun - literally and figuratively.
A moment Connie made something real: “Every single moment a coachee of mine unlocks something and you can see it: power, lightness, truth, themselves. It’s hella cool to see people grow.”
Connie Tu, as told by Stephen Martinez:
Connie is an empath and natural coach, combining technical chops built from their time as an OpenTent Solutions Engineer, with lived experience working and moving through highly pressurized nonprofit environments. She cannot unsee the dynamics of power and identity within the systems we operate in, and brings that watchful eye to her work as a coach. Connie is a proud Oakland native, Long Beach transplant, plant parent, cat caretaker, lover of lifting heavy things, hiker of the forest, soaker of the sun - literally and figuratively.
A moment Connie made something real: “Every single moment a coachee of mine unlocks something and you can see it: power, lightness, truth, themselves. It’s hella cool to see people grow.”
Jess Young as told by Madalyn Kimlick:
Jess is a natural problem solver and energetic creator who seeks to find simple, streamlined solutions for complex problems. She learned about her passion for data while studying Chemistry which she now uses to build systems and integrations to help teams work smarter together. In her free time, Jess has tackled an Ultra Marathon (which is a not-so-casual 50 miles) and is currently planning the build of her dream tiny house.
A moment Jess made something beautiful: “I’m an amateur woodworker and am currently learning all about joinery. There are certain types of joinery that function most efficiently in different scenarios. I think the same concepts apply to my work. I really enjoy discovering how all the parts interact and taking a look at the bigger picture and processes to reimagine how people can work."
Jess Young as told by Madalyn Kimlick:
Jess is a natural problem solver and energetic creator who seeks to find simple, streamlined solutions for complex problems. She learned about her passion for data while studying Chemistry which she now uses to build systems and integrations to help teams work smarter together. In her free time, Jess has tackled an Ultra Marathon (which is a not-so-casual 50 miles) and is currently planning the build of her dream tiny house.
A moment Jess made something beautiful: “I’m an amateur woodworker and am currently learning all about joinery. There are certain types of joinery that function most efficiently in different scenarios. I think the same concepts apply to my work. I really enjoy discovering how all the parts interact and taking a look at the bigger picture and processes to reimagine how people can work."
An open tent is a space ready for connection. A place where people are remembered and seen. It's yours, it's ours, it's shared - like our world. When our clients start work with us, they join our tent and together we build the systems to carry all of us forward.
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