“Most organizations are trying to do too much with too little. Simplifying priorities provides a distinct strategic advantage.”
It all starts with a conversation.
Olver Consulting provides affordable, mission-driven consulting services that strengthen and elevate small- to medium-sized nonprofit organizations.
Built on more than 27 years of executive leadership experience, Olver Consulting supports nonprofits through strategic guidance, capacity building, and one-on-one coaching for executives seeking clarity, direction, and measurable progress.
Founded by Tom Olver — an accomplished nonprofit and advancement professional — Olver Consulting brings deep expertise in organizational leadership, board governance, strategic planning, fund development, communications management, community engagement, and corporate partnerships.
Tom is a collaborative, relationship-centered leader who believes in the power of partnership and in thinking boldly to solve persistent challenges. His work has generated millions in philanthropic support, built high-performing teams, strengthened organizational systems, and guided nonprofits through transitions, growth, and transformation.
Tom’s career includes leadership roles in philanthropy, corporate partnerships, foundation management, community-based nonprofit leadership, national association communications, and campaign strategy. His experience spans organizations of all sizes — from emerging nonprofits to multimillion-dollar foundations — giving him a broad understanding of what mission-driven organizations need to thrive.
At the heart of Olver Consulting is a commitment to meaningful, purpose-driven work. In this season of professional focus, Tom dedicates his expertise to advancing literacy and helping children learn to read, supporting national efforts to increase reading proficiency across the United States. This mission-centered mindset informs his consulting practice and fuels his dedication to helping nonprofits maximize their impact in the communities they serve.
Whether providing strategic planning, executive coaching, fundraising guidance, board support, or organizational communications leadership, Olver Consulting delivers practical, affordable solutions anchored in experience, integrity, and partnership.