Our Team
Carson Dean
Founder & Consultant
Thriving communities require exemplary nonprofits, churches, faith-based organizations, and local governments. I want communities to thrive!
– Carson
“Carson provided knowledgeable and professional guidance throughout the development of CrossRoads’ Organizational Development Plan. His collaborative approach and attention to our needs made the process valuable and productive.”
-Client
Meet the Team
Angie Welsh
Senior Consultant – Research & Analysis
Melissa Witmeier
Senior Consultant – Systems Change
Melissa Forde
Senior Consultant – Special Projects
Nykki Hooks
Strategic Consultant – Engagement & Productions
“How can I help your organization thrive? By listening, employing best practices, and building relationships.”
— Carson
Our Strategic Partners
Daniel at D. Gore Consulting, LLC is a thoughtful collaborator with a knack for making complex challenges manageable. We love the HMIS expertise and practical approach he brings to our work together.
We’re so enthused about their mission to unlock the potential of your community by equipping your organization for maximum impact that we’re now freelancing some with Armstrong McGuire.
Stan, Beth and the entire team at Partners for Impact are the very best at what they do – systems change, evaluation, and strategic thinking. We learn something new each time we get the chance to work with them.
blurFactor New Media is our go-to strategic partner for quality, affordable website development. Steve Brand is an awesome collaborator.
Partners We Support
We’re proud to be a Business Sustainer, investing in the incredible work done at the NC Center for Nonprofits to sustain our statewide nonprofit sector. Check us out in their Business Finder listing.
For many years, Carson has been involved in this statewide organization whose mission is in its name! Currently, we’re proud to be a member and support NCCEH’s strategic plan “Convening & Collaborating for Change.”
As the leading statewide voice advocating for affordable housing, the North Carolina Housing Coalition is leading a movement to ensure that every North Carolinian has a home in which to live with diginity and opportunity.
Our Strategic Resources
Janice Holly Booth has developed a tremendous resource for organizations of all sizes. We highly recommend The Team Building Kit.
NC SOAR supports the caseworkers and agencies helping people access disability benefits. We appreciate their commitment to building the community connections that make this work possible.
The Nonprofit Secret by Jonathan Schick offers six practical principles for stronger board/CEO partnerships. We appreciate its clear approach to helping nonprofit leaders work better together and stay focused on their mission.
Thriving Organizations in Our Portfolio
