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Building strong foundations for thriving schools & nonprofits

Cornerstone Consulting partners with independent schools, nonprofit organizations, and the leaders who run them — helping you find the right people, grow the right way, and build careers that are as fulfilling as they are impactful.

Who We Serve

Two ways we help you build on solid ground

Whether you're leading an institution or leading your own career, our work is grounded in the same idea: lasting success is built on a few essential cornerstones.

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Independent Schools & Nonprofits

Faculty and leadership search, program assessment, and strategic coaching to help your institution recruit well, lead well, and sustain what makes it thrive.

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Educators & Leaders

One-on-one coaching for Heads of School and rising leaders, built around the Four Cornerstones for a Fulfilling Career — compensation, daily satisfaction, purpose, and long-term growth.

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Our Framework

The Four Cornerstones for Thriving Independent Schools

Every strong institution rests on the same four pillars. We help you strengthen each one.

Visionary Leadership

Clear, compelling direction from leaders who inspire the whole community forward.

Engaged Community

Strong relationships among students, parents, faculty, alumni, and neighbors.

Innovative Programs

Curricula and experiences that inspire excellence and stay ahead of change.

Sustainable Operations

Financial health and operational strength that secure the school's future.

What We Offer

Search, coaching, and strategy — under one roof

From filling a critical faculty role to coaching a Head of School through a hard season, our services meet you where you are.

  • Faculty Search & Placement
  • Leadership Search & Placement
  • Leadership Coaching
  • Program Assessment
  • Strategic Coaching
  • Well-Being Practice

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Based in the Pacific Northwest · Serving Schools Worldwide

Let's strengthen your cornerstones.

Tell us what you're working on — a search, a strategic question, a career crossroads — and let's talk it through.

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