Cari A. Harris is the Principal Consultant and Founder of The Butterfly Effect (TBE), a management consulting firm supporting organizations at the intersection of economic development, public policy, and community impact.

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With a background in analytics, project/program management, and organizational strategy, Cari has advised nonprofits, universities, government agencies, and mission-driven businesses on how to design and execute complex initiatives with clarity and accountability. Her experience spans stakeholder engagement, data-informed decision-making, compliance-driven programs, and systems-building for growing organizations.

Cari is known for translating vision into structured, executable strategies—helping clients strengthen capacity, navigate funding and procurement landscapes, and deliver outcomes that are both measurable and equitable.

Caitlin Barnhart is the Principal Consultant and Founder of Impact Now Consulting (INC), a strategic advisory firm supporting nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, and mission-driven initiatives seeking to strengthen operations, leadership capacity, and long-term sustainability.

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Through fractional leadership engagements and consulting partnerships, Caitlin works with organizations to improve operational systems, guide strategic growth, and expand business and funding development. Her experience spans program and organizational development, grant strategy and management, partnership building, and the design of scalable initiatives that translate strong ideas into effective, well-executed programs.

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Caitlin is known for helping organizations move from concept to implementation—bringing structure, clarity, and forward momentum to complex initiatives. She supports clients in building operational excellence, aligning strategy with resources, and positioning their work for sustainable growth and measurable community impact.