About Us
A Note from our Founder
In the nonprofit world, the struggle to make meaningful impact is REAL! Whether you are a foundation, direct-service, grassroots or other "people-serving" organization, nonprofits need strong, focused and cohesive teams now more than ever in order to thrive and achieve the type of impact that communities deserve and need from your work. Let's face it, our work toward a more just and equitable society is under siege on many fronts. The time to invest in organizational development that builds, repairs and positions your team for impact and growth is NOW! On a personal note, as a Black woman who was born and raised in the Bronx to immigrants parents, I live a life that centers the phrase, "To whom much is given, much is required." Having worked at every level of the nonprofit sector, I became a nonprofit consultant to help organizations “walk the talk” and get out of their own way. Here at 4 Impact Consulting, our North Star is present in our name. We do this work for the impact we want to see nonprofits make in the communities they serve each day. We invite you to browse our site, complete the electronic consultation and connect with us. We’d love to help you!
2012
We started as Rent-N-Expert, a NYC-based social impact firm aimed at impacting the greater good.
2015
We changed our name pivoted our service model, expanded our services & began taking on clients outside of NYC.
2018
Our main office relocated to Atlanta.
We also hit a facilitation milestone of leading over 500 successful meetings, retreats & trainings.
2021
A pandemic changed everything! We completed a service pivot, rebranded as
4 Impact Consulting and grew our team.
2022
& Beyond
We opened an office in Tampa, built our Virtual Classroom & added over a dozen new people to our awesome team.
Justice
We live in an unjust world and feel a sense of urgency around contributing to meaningful change. We only accept clients who are working towards creating a more just and equitable society.
Integrity
We will tell you the truth and provide our best thinking and recommendations whether or not we think it is what you want to hear. We are clear about where we do and do not have expertise. We ensure our clients are always in the best hands, and work to ensure there are never any surprises except for exceeding your expectations! We respect people, communities, and staff. We are fierce advocates for doing right by EVERYONE and call out harmful behaviors and practices when we see them.
Our Values
Liberation
We believe in liberation values which help us to create environments where Authenticity, Belonging, Truth-telling, Self-determination, Inclusion and Equity are valued and woven into every aspect of our work. Much of our work is centered on organizational development through the lens of partnership development, economic mobility, black liberation, community development and fighting the “isms” with a particular focus on racism. We believe in anti-racist principles, disrupt the status quo and practice acts of resistance DAILY.
Quality
We take pride in our services and work product. We seek to provide our clients with an exceptional experience that provides meaningful and transformative impact.
Our Model & Approach
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Developed by a social worker & behavior specialist, our service model uses the art and science of behavior change to help nonprofit teams collectively increase their impact. Our model helps teams to build connections and make better decisions...every single time! And, because we know that "doing" without learning or critical thinking can be more harmful than helpful, our model follows a simple formula we call Learn. Think. Do. We teach organizations how to use this model and it is present in all of our services. Our direct yet empathic and "Do No Harm" approach is grounded in our respect for people and the work they do each day. We create engaging and brave spaces to connect, learn, innovate, grow and improve.
As a natural born leader and true lover of all people, Deneisha has built a strong reputation as a “consultant with a heart” who has over 15 years of experience helping to build strong teams. A licensed social worker turned entre/edupreneur, Deneisha works with nonprofits to build strong organizational cultures, systems and partnerships where people Work Better, Together and collectively increase their impact. She designs powerful meetings, workshops, retreats and curriculum that have become highly sought after personal and professional development opportunities. Deneisha has a bachelor’s degree with a double major in Psychology and Political Science from Hofstra University. She also has two master’s degrees, one in Forensic Psychology and the other in Social Work with a concentration in Organizational Management and Leadership. In 2012, she founded Rent-N-Expert LLC, a consulting firm that connected consultants to projects focused on impacting the greater good. Over the years, the firm continued to pivot and grow. In 2021, it was rebranded as 4 Impact Consulting, a true representation of its big picture goal. Born to immigrants and raised in the Bronx, NY, Deneisha understands how and why her story is unlikely and could have been very different. She is committed to using her access, influence, resources, and voice to help others. Favorite Quotes "They tried to bury us. They didn’t know we were seeds." ~Ruth H. Hopkins "And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music." ~Friedrich Nietzsche