CONSULTANTS

FOUNDER, PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

Cara Copeland is a respected leader in nonprofit and social services. With over 20 years of experience, she has held key program and executive roles, excelling in strategic planning, team-building, and leadership coaching. She has master’s degrees in Sociology and Higher Education Administration, reflecting her interests in sociology, leadership, program evaluation, and education. Cara focuses on using implementation science to improve and expand effective programs. She enjoys helping teams grow through a strengths-based approach and loves creating and leading team retreats. Above all, she values having fun throughout her work.

ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT

Catie brings to the Stately Pine team a deep expertise in language equity, cultural responsiveness, and participatory facilitation. With an interdisciplinary background and a gift for translating complex ideas into clear, actionable insights, Catie strengthens projects through her thoughtful approach to research, inclusive engagement, and accessible communication. Her skills in qualitative analysis, participatory research design, and creative facilitation help organizations elevate community voice and build authentic connections across language and culture. Catie is the founder of Voices Consulting, where she partners with organizations to strengthen their language and cultural readiness to better serve Spanish-speaking communities.

ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT

Angie is a proud citizen of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and brings extensive experience working with Indigenous populations. Throughout her 30-year career in early care and education, Tribal government, and philanthropy, she developed a grounded leadership style that balances high-stakes regulatory and fiscal oversight with a profound commitment to community impact. At the core of Angie’s approach is a belief that sustainable systems are built from the ground up—requiring transparent engagement and the courage to address structural challenges head-on. A trusted advisor in governance and policy, Angie has served extensively on state and local boards and is the founder of Discerning Insights, LLC.

COMMUNICATIONS and OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Sammie brings over a decade of experience to the Stately Pine team, guiding non-profits in crafting authentic and clear messaging. With a degree in ASL/English interpreting, she champions accessible language in all her work. She specializes in organizations that empower marginalized communities through thoughtful design and behind-the-scenes organization. Sammie ensures every project reflects the central vision, empowering teams to focus on their mission. Above all, she believes in the impact of clear and inclusive communication to create meaningful connections.