About SISGI
Founded in 2011, SISGI is a Black- and women-led firm with extensive cross-sector experience — partnering with nonprofit, corporate, philanthropic, government, educational, and association organizations.
Established in 2011, SISGI brings together strategic advisory, organizational development, program innovation, and learning to help organizations make informed decisions, adapt to changing needs, and translate their vision into action.
Our work spans national program design and replication, innovation and strategic growth, organizational development, equitable and community-informed approaches, and leadership and learning. We believe the people and communities closest to an initiative bring knowledge and expertise that should inform strategy from the beginning.
Our approach is collaborative, practical, and research-informed. We adapt to each organization's context and focus on progress that lasts after our work together ends.
How we think. How we work. How we lead.
At The SISGI Group, our beliefs are more than statements of what matters to us. They guide the decisions we make, the relationships we build, the strategies we develop, and the experiences we create.
Our work spans industries, organizations, and communities, but our commitment remains consistent: to approach challenges with intention, strengthen human and organizational potential, and create opportunities for people and organizations to thrive with purpose.
These eight beliefs reflect the principles that guide who we are and how we work.
We believe our choices should reflect our purpose, our leadership should honor our values, and our actions should demonstrate integrity. Rooted in our CONTINUE™ philosophy, we recognize the importance of intentionally choosing what we carry forward, what we change, and what we leave behind.
We approach challenges with curiosity, thoughtful inquiry, and a commitment to understanding before prescribing solutions. By examining experiences, systems, strengths, and opportunities, we develop strategies informed by evidence, practical knowledge, and the realities of the people and organizations we serve.
We believe structures, processes, and technologies should strengthen human potential rather than create barriers. We challenge exclusionary practices, improve ineffective systems, and support innovation that advances inclusion, effectiveness, and human-centered decision-making. As technology evolves, human judgment and accountability remain essential.
We believe diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise make our thinking stronger. Through meaningful relationships and cross-sector collaboration, we challenge conventional approaches, learn from one another, and discover opportunities to develop solutions and achieve results that may not be possible independently.
We believe learning should do more than transfer information. It should challenge assumptions, deepen understanding, strengthen practical capabilities, and prepare people for new opportunities. We create learning experiences that encourage critical thinking, professional growth, and the confidence to turn knowledge into meaningful action.
We believe innovation begins with curiosity and the willingness to question established approaches. Whether improving existing practices, embracing emerging technologies, or exploring new directions, we value thoughtful evaluation, creativity, and intentional change that opens possibilities and strengthens effectiveness.
We believe success extends beyond completing activities or delivering services. We look at the results achieved, capabilities strengthened, opportunities created, and improvements made possible. Our commitment is to contribute meaningful value that advances organizational effectiveness, strengthens leadership, and supports lasting progress.
We value high standards, meaningful contributions, and a culture that respects the whole person. Our geographically distributed approach reflects our longstanding commitment to trust, flexibility, collaboration, and accountability. We believe people need opportunities to rest, learn, honor personal responsibilities, and grow in ways that support both professional excellence and fulfilling lives.
These beliefs shape every aspect of our organization, from the strategies we develop and learning experiences we design to the partnerships we build and the way we work together.
They remind us that how we approach the work matters just as much as what we accomplish.
Founder & CEO
Dr. Thenera Bailey, Founder and CEO of The SISGI Group, brings more than three decades of professional experience spanning strategy, education, organizational development, national program design, leadership, and cross-sector collaboration.
Her work includes helping organizations navigate change, strengthen and expand programs, rethink systems and structures, and develop strategies responsive to the needs and expertise of the people and communities they serve.
This breadth of experience informs both SISGI's strategic consulting approach and CONTINUE™, the original leadership philosophy she created.
Since founding The SISGI Group in 2011, Dr. Bailey has continued to bring these perspectives together to help people and organizations thrive with purpose.
Alongside Dr. Bailey, our managing partners bring experience in research, education, and creative services—connecting different perspectives and capabilities to help organizations navigate challenges and explore what's possible.
Managing Partner, Research and Education
Dr. Cynthia Brown leads The SISGI Group's internship program and supports the development of educational partnerships that connect academic learning with meaningful professional experience.
Her work focuses on creating opportunities for emerging professionals to apply their knowledge, strengthen practical skills, and grow through experiences that connect education, professional development, and organizational and community practice.
Managing Partner, Creative Services
Tenelle Bailey guides SISGI's creative services, contributing creative direction and approaches that make ideas, communication, and learning experiences more engaging and meaningful.
Her work supports the creative expression and presentation of concepts, experiences, and solutions developed through SISGI's work.
Our collaborative network
The right expertise. The right collaboration. A thoughtful approach to every engagement.
Our work is supported by a collaborative network of consultants and specialists whose experience and expertise complement the needs of each engagement.
We thoughtfully assemble project teams based on the strategic challenge, required capabilities, organizational context, and communities involved.
This flexible approach allows us to bring together relevant perspectives while maintaining a connected, intentional approach to the work.
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The SISGI Group is part of The Bailey Collective, its parent-company umbrella. Visit The Bailey Collective ↗