Tools, training, and consulting that help public leaders move from community priorities and evidence to action and measurable results.
Understand whose voice is missing, compare organizational intent with community experience, and build pathways to meaningful participation.
Explore Community EngagementTurn assertions into clear questions, weigh evidence in context, and make public decisions with measurable outcomes.
Explore Data-Driven Decision MakingBuild the evidence, partner commitments, and funding roadmap needed to advance a shared public priority.
Explore Funding Strategy & Regional CollaborationA shared approach for LMJ’s growing suite of tools, training, and consulting solutions—from understanding a challenge to learning from its results.
Understand the people, priorities, and perspectives affected.
Examine evidence, options, tradeoffs, and local context.
Choose a defensible course tied to public objectives.
Assign ownership, resources, and practical next steps.
Track outcomes, learn, and adjust the approach.
ENGAGE → ANALYZE → DECIDE → IMPLEMENT → MEASURE
Measurement feeds the next conversation. Revisit assumptions and adapt as community needs and evidence change.
Tools, training and consulting across the policy and organizational leadership cycle.
Board training, certificate retreats and advisory support for stronger organizational oversight.
Explore the academy →Turning policy commitments into delivery, learning, and accountable results.
Explore the Board Governance Academy now. Policy Implementation & Evaluation remains a planned portfolio area.
Research and recommendations on early childhood prevention, financing comprehensive services, provider collaboration, and youth opportunity.
Read the white paper & briefing →How regional collaboration, evidence, economic strength, and effective leadership can help smaller communities advance their priorities in a changing Georgia.
Read the policy brief Download white paper (PDF)A research-informed agenda for newly elected municipal officials in Georgia: stronger onboarding, continuing education, equitable access, and accountable implementation.
Read the policy paperIntroducing the LMJ Board Governance Academy: a one-day certificate retreat, introductory workshops, chair and officer development, customized board retreats, and governance advisory support.
Separate tracks for nonprofit and community organizations; associations and membership organizations; and public boards, authorities, and commissions.
Explore the Board Governance AcademyBoard Governance Academy: explore certificate retreats and board development →
Discuss the solution that fits your organization’s priorities, audience, and decision context.
Let’s turn evidence, engagement, and strategy into action.
Connect with Lisa James, MPP, Founder & Principal.
