Practical Consulting for Nonprofits
Rise & Run Solutions helps mission-driven organizations design effective programs, build operational systems that work in practice, and translate strategic vision into real progress.
What I do
Practical support where strategy, programs, and operations meet.
Program Design & Development
- Program design and improvement
- Theory of change and business plan development
- Launch new initiatives
Operational Systems & Infrastructure
- Project management systems
- SOPs and workflow design
- Dashboards and reporting systems
- Internal coordination processes
Strategic Facilitation & Implementation
- Strategic planning facilitation
- SWOT and Capacity Assessments
- Translate strategy into work plans
- Implementation support
Who I Work With
Many nonprofits reach moments where programs are growing, strategic priorities are shifting, or new initiatives are launching. These moments often require stronger systems, clearer structure, and focused support to move ideas into action.
- Organizations launching or redesigning programs
- Nonprofits implementing new strategic priorities
- Teams expanding workforce or community initiatives
- Organizations strengthening internal systems to support growth
- Programs aligning work with funding and measurable outcomes
Example Engagements
Examples of recent work include:
- Facilitating strategic planning and leadership alignment sessions
- Interim leadership roles
- Developing theory of change and program frameworks
- Building project management systems for nonprofit teams
- Creating operational workflows and documentation
- Supporting grant strategy and funder-aligned reporting
- Helping organizations translate strategy into work plans
- Developing standard folder structures and file management protocols
About Barry
Barry Weiss is a nonprofit leader and consultant with more than two decades of experience supporting mission-driven organizations.
Through Rise & Run Solutions, he helps nonprofit leaders strengthen programs, build practical operational systems, and translate strategy into sustainable action.
Barry has supported organizations across housing, workforce development, education, and community development sectors.
What Clients Say
I recently tried Rise and Run Solutions for the first time, and I could not be more impressed with the results. I was looking for a comprehensive system to upgrade our operations and to support us as we were increasing our programs and services and expanding our geographic service area. I highly recommend giving Rise and Run Solutions a try, it has certainly made my day to day operations a lot easier.
Stephanie Simeon – Executive Director, Heart of the City Neighborhoods
I am so glad (relieved!) we had Barry’s knowledge and competency to consult us on our new endeavor. He turned “change” from scary into exciting!
Lisa Booz – Chief Operations Officer, Camp Good Days and Special Times
Let’s Talk
If your organization is launching new initiatives, implementing strategic priorities, or strengthening programs and operations, I’d be glad to connect.