About The Resonance

The Resonance is a women-led, gender-inclusive consulting firm dedicated to empowering mission-driven organizations to achieve their full potential. With decades of combined experience in leadership, organizational development, and change management, our team brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to social impact.

We believe that the key to organizational resilience and sustainable growth lies in Resonant Leadership. By fostering emotionally intelligent, empathetic, and adaptive cultures, we help businesses navigate complex challenges, drive meaningful change, and amplify their impact.

Our collaborative, client-centric approach is grounded in the latest research and best practices in organizational theory, leadership development, and change management. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and co-create customized solutions that align with their mission, values, and goals.

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Meet the Team

  • Tamice

    PARTNER

    Tamice Spencer-Helms is a seasoned nonprofit consultant with over 15 years of experience in curriculum development and instructional design. They specialize in creating engaging, impactful learning experiences for mission-driven organizations. Tamice holds a Masters in contextual leadership and theolgoy and is passionate about empowering nonprofits to build resilient, adaptive cultures.

  • Miche

    SENIOR PARTNER

    Dr. Miche van Essen brings two decades of leadership in business management, focusing on operational excellence, leadership development, and fundraising strategy. She excels at guiding organizations through transformative change and optimizing systems for sustainable growth. Miche holds a MA in Global Leadership and a Doctorate in Seminary Reform.

  • RAYANNE

    PARTNER

    Rayanne is a leading expert on anti-human trafficking awareness and prevention, with over a decade of experience partnering with nonprofits and community organizations. She specializes in developing comprehensive training programs, building multi-stakeholder coalitions, and advising on trauma-informed care practices. Rayanne is a certified paramedic.

  • Jen

    SENIOR PARTNER

    Jen is an organizational development specialist with over 15 years of experience working with non-profits and local governments. She specializes in trauma-informed leadership, helping organizations build resilient, empathetic cultures that prioritize employee wellbeing. Jen excels at fostering collaborative partnerships between nonprofits and public sector agencies. She is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and an ACE certified trainer.

  • SARAH

    PARTNER

    Sarah has over 10 years of experience in children's ministry leadership within churches and faith-based nonprofits. She specializes in developing engaging, age-appropriate curriculum, training volunteers, and creating safe, nurturing environments for spiritual growth. Sarah holds a Masters in Divinity and is a powerful speaker on the topic of child faith formation. She is also the co creator of Parenting after Deconstruction.

  • Kim

    PARTNER

    Kim is a vocational exploration expert with a decade of experience helping individuals and organizations navigate career transitions. She specializes in designing and delivering career development programs that align with organizational missions and values. Kim holds a MA in Culturally Responsive Leadership and is certified in multiple career assessment tools.

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