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NCC equips organizations, teams, and leaders to create lasting change by examining and improving the systems, practices, and cultures that shape everyday operations. Our services include organizational assessments, leadership development, staff training, strategic planning, team and committee development, and executive coaching. We help build stronger workplace climates by fostering engagement, strengthening collaboration, and aligning internal practices with an organization’s core values and goals.

meet the Founder

Angell Howard is a two-time graduate of Illinois State University, holding a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master’s in social work, and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Higher Education Administration. With over 14 years of experience in student and staff development, Angell has focused on fostering inclusive learning environments and advancing organizational growth. Her work includes leadership development, professional training, strategic planning, organizational assessments, and executive coaching. She regularly facilitates retreats and mastermind sessions that guide teams in building clarity, alignment, and sustainable strategies. Drawing on her extensive background in equity-minded practice, Angell challenges individuals and organizations to critically examine their systems and lead with integrity, intentionality, and purpose.
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What can I assist You with Today?

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Consulting Services

Organizational Assessment & Culture Review

Strategic Planning & Visioning

Policy & Practice Evaluation

Facilitator Development

Committee Development

Organizational Change & Culture Strategy

Don’t see exactly what you need? Let’s connect to explore a customized solution that fits your goals.

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Workshops
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Presentations

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Topics & Training Specialties

  • Assessing and Strengthening Organizational Culture

  • Building Group Capacity Through Facilitation

  • Building Reflective and Resilient Leadership Practices

  • Collaboration and Resource Management

  • Communication Styles and Team Dynamics

  • Conducting Internal Reviews of Policy and Practice

  • Conflict Navigation and Productive Dialogue

  • Creating and Sustaining a Values-Aligned Workplace

  • Cultivating Belonging and Psychological Safety

  • Designing Transformational Retreats and Mastermind Sessions

  • Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

  • Ethical and Inclusive Decision-Making for Leaders

  • From Burnout to Boundaries

  • Giving and Receiving Feedback for Growth

  • High-Functioning Teams: Strengthening Collaboration and Trust

  • Implicit Bias

  • Imposter Syndrome

  • Interpreting Organizational Assessment Data

  • Mentorship

  • Mission, Vision, and Values Alignment

  • Navigating Change

  • Outside the Box Thinking

  • Purpose-Driven Leadership

  • Rebuilding Team Morale During Times of Transition

  • Retreats for Alignment and Action

  • Stereotypes, Myths, & Misconceptions

  • Strategic Planning for Sustainable Growth

  • Time, Energy, and Boundary Management for Professionals

  • Translating Vision into Actionable Goals

  • Using Data to Inform Strategy and Decision-Making

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Testimonials

“Working with Angell is a delight!  Angell Howard has a unique ability to connect with people from all backgrounds and experiences and guide them to a greater understanding of what it looks like to be a culturally humble leader with a clear vision for social change.” Josh Kuehl, ISU

NCC has the tools to address the necessary institutional, ideological, interpersonal, and individual changes that your organization may need. Through consultation, we will create a customized plan to develop systems that foster understanding, adaptability, and commitment toward sustainable DEI efforts.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training

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