Partec Consulting Group

Alyson Parham  is founder and president of Partec Consulting Group (Partec), Inc.  A management consulting and training firm established in 1994, Partec delivers strategy and business development solutions to nonprofit, government agencies, and foundations. Prior to starting Partec, Ms. Parham worked for Michigan State University, Kellogg Community College and a private consulting firm providing consulting services to businesses and nonprofit organizations.

Over the past twenty-four years, Ms. Parham's primary areas of engagement have focused on strategic and resource development.  Ms. Parham is widely known for her grant writing skills where she has secured millions for her clients across the country. Ms. Parham also facilitates community sessions and board retreats and conducts organizational assessments.  Annually, Ms. Parham trains hundreds of nonprofit executives on various management and resource development topics working with the U.S. Department of Justice and NeighborWorks America.  Ms. Parham often serves as a conference presenter on topics ranging from community economic development, strategic planning and resource development for emerging nonprofits. In 2005, Ms. Parham completed a publication for the Department of Justice focusing on sustainability planning for community collaborations.

Ms. Parham holds a Bachelors and Masters degree in Economics. She has completed training programs in economic development, business management, group facilitation techniques and strategic planning. As part of her continuing professional development, Ms. Parham serves as a member of the Institute for Management Consultants, Donors Forum and the Alliance for Nonprofit Management. alysondp@partecgroup.com

John Marshall is a business development associate with Partec and brings over thirty-five years of experience in the areas of corporate strategic planning, SBA 8(a) program coordination, procurement, and corporate administration experience.  Also, Mr. Marshall offers information technology experiences related to management, marketing, sales, and computer/data systems.

John Marshall has a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences and a Masters of Science in Aviation Management and is a decorated, retired military officer with twenty-three years of experience. He remains active in several professional and social affiliations including the Virginia Regional Minority Supplier Development Council, and the State of Virginia, Technology Transfer and Development Commissioner and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated and F&A Masons.

Experienced in the federal and private sector procurement arenas, Mr. Marshall has provided assistance in the development of internal training programs for the NCR Federal Systems. In this capacity, Mr. Marshall worked to increase the awareness of the SBA 8(a) program and other minority set-aside programs.  He also provided technical assistance in the areas of technology transfer, Historically Black Colleges and Minority Institutions (B|HBCU/MI), and MWBE management and training development.

Over the past several years, John has developed and delivered training seminars on business development topics including but not limited to: Basic Federal Contracting, Marketing and Selling to the Federal Government, Implementing Total Quality Management/Project Management and Proposal Development. He has provided direct technical assistance to numerous 8(a) companies across the country.

Presently, Mr. Marshall is working with two of the largest telecommunication companies in the country on their respective vendor diversity programs.  Working in conjunction with staff, Mr.  Marshall provides assistance and strategic development as each organization seeks to execute new initiatives designed to continuously expand and diversify their vendor/supplier base. jmarshall@partecgroup.com

Harry Alston, Jr. is an associate with Partec, possessing more than twenty-five years of experience in marketing, sales, strategic planning and organizational development.  Positions of increasing responsibility have allowed Harry to establish a solid track record for assisting in planning organizational goals, directing programs to business objectives and developing human resources. Mr. Alston's career spans several industries including healthcare, telecommunication, automotive, manufacturing and management consulting.

Harry Alston earned a Bachelor of Industrial Administration from General Motors Institute of Technology and a Masters of Business Administration degree from Indiana University. He is currently completing his doctorate in organizational leadership.

Examples of Mr. Alston’s work include serving as a facilitator/trainer in the delivery sales training for over 3500 sales managers, account executives and sales representatives in the application of quality tools and teamwork to achieve customer satisfaction.  He also utilized a business alignment process to assist a $150 million division of a major healthcare company in the development of mission and vision statements, division goals, and key performance seven areas.

Harry Alston has served as a lead consultant on several projects including establishing definition and implementing a manufacturing automation system at one of the nations largest integrated steel manufacturers. He also served as the project manager in conducting six Commercial Activity Costs Studies for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.  These studies encompassed over 150 job positions on various installations with budgets, which ranged up to $12 million annually. He was the lead author for an article entitled, Best Form Fabricators: The Evolution of Total Quality Management Strategic Planning for Emerging Minority Suppliers, Motorola University.

In the area of small business development, Mr. Alston has worked with more than 50 small businesses in conducting operational assessments, developing business and marketing plans and conducting training seminars on business management topics.  Mr. Alston has also been involved in conducting assessment of major buying organizations in identifying procurement opportunities for small and minority-owned  HAlston@partecgroup.com

Marc Parham serves as Partec's Business Development and Technology Consultant. He is a systems engineer with emphasis in the areas of system design, business efficiency, project management, security, and training. He has over 20 years experience and an extensive background in the automation industry as well as executive consulting in the For-Profit and Non-Profit world of business. He has many certifications and accreditations in the area of system integration, project management, and non-profit administration. He has conducted many diverse projects both locally and nationally. Through relationships with other business partners he has implemented many major projects for large companies in the banking, medical, insurance, and non-profit industries.

He has worked in various capacities in the field of business including President of a systems integration company, network engineer for a large computer distributor, systems analyst for governmental agencies and business consultant for many large and small corporations. He has also provided consulting services for non-profits organizations and for-profit companies doing specialized business with non-profit organizations. In the areas of business/program development, grant and proposal development, outcomes and measurements, automated donor management, training and strategic planning. He has also developed a series of online assessment tools that will be instrumental in assess your current organizational environment. marcp@partecgroup.com

Dr. Jean Hardy Robinson serves as a Partec consultant whose career has included executive management, new program development, university teaching, and 20 years of consulting. Prior to focusing on nonprofit organizations, she worked in positions as Vice President and Managing Consultant with a major financial institution and Vice President for a large nonprofit organization.

Dr. Robinson’s consulting engagements succeed in part because of her respect for diverse organizational and community cultures and a commitment to partnership. She has provided interim staffing and counsel to CEOs and boards who are leading their organizations through operational reform and transformation. Her consistent goal is to integrate best business practices with innovative resource strategies to achieve mission fulfillment.

A published author, Dr. Robinson has co-edited the book, Ideas for Treasury Management, authored a book of literary criticism and a number of articles, including, How Can You Gain Your Donors’ Trust? and Monitoring Your Organization’s Financial Health. Recent presentations on “pricing” reflect her professional interest in social entrepreneurship.

As a senior level consultant, Dr. Robinson’s areas of specialization include:  design and facilitation of board retreats, community meetings and collaborations among organizations; assessment and evaluation; financial management including: financial modeling and the development of business plans that integrate budgeting with planning, reporting, and financial accountability; marketing and communications; planning resource development and philanthropy.

 Dr. Robinson has worked in several languages. Professional membrships include the Social Enterprise Alliance, The Donors Forum and the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits. JHRobinson@partecgroup.com

Johnnie Gage, M.S. serves as a Partec Consultant with over 20 years experience in non-profit management and program development.  As the former Vice President for Programs and Finance for the Milton S. Eisenhower Foundation, Johnnie worked at developing and replicating evidence based program models around the country.  Most of Johnnie's career has been spent working as administrator of various non-profit organizations on both a local and national level.  Johnnie's knowledge and understanding of non profits, has allowed him to provide years of training in non-profit board development, program development, fundraising and organizational development.  Johnnie's experience ranges from working with grass root non-profit personnel, to developing and maintaining strategic alliances on Capital Hill in Washington DC.

 Johnnie holds a Master of Science degree in Community Economic Development with a specialization in Nonprofit Management from Southern New Hampshire University, and has won numerous national and local awards. His education and experience gives him an intricate understanding of community capacity building and how to work with community based organizations to bring about positive change. JGage@partecgroup.com
 

Beckah Terlouw is a Senior Consultant with the Partec team.  She brings more than 10 years of diverse nonprofit experience from urban, suburban, and rural settings.  Beckah has a comprehensive understanding of nonprofit organizations, a passion for their work, and an ability to strategically support organizations in creating and achieving both short and long-term goals.

Beckah's experience in program development, implementation, and quality evaluation lends effectively to working with a range of organizations. A skilled trainer and facilitator, she has direct experience working with clients in: youth services, career development, affordable housing, community development, arts, and education.

In addition, Beckah has worked extensively in partnership management with private, government, and nonprofit partners.  Her general management background supports staff development, team-building, volunteer management, and curriculum development. Prior to joining Partec,  Beckah has worked with:  Colorado Coalition for Girls, Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, Rocky Mountain Communities, Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women, KIPP Colorado Schools, La Puente Home, NeighborWorks America, Vida Volunteers, Boys and Girls Clubs, AmeriCorps, and West Ottawa Public Schools. 

Beckah holds an MPA in Nonprofit Management, a BA in Sociology, and has recently completed extensive trainings in transformational leadership, community organizing, strategic planning, and social media.  She also serves on the Board of Directors for Growing Home Inc., and is an active member with YNPN Denver. BTerlouw@partecgroup.com