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Work with Compass Evaluation on Your Next Project

Custom proposals for thoughtful, data-driven project design and execution

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When you choose Compass Evaluation to support your project, you’ll get a highly personalized experience with approachable expertise from start to finish.

That’s the beauty of a solo operation like mine – I’m able to get to know you, your team, and your goals on a deep level. Paired with my extensive experience, I’m poised to:

Anticipate potential issues before they arise, and quickly troubleshoot if they do

Develop evaluation designs with integrity and accuracy

Respond quickly to questions

Streamline processes through stakeholder management

Work within existing systems or design improved ones to better meet your needs

And most importantly, I’ll be there to cheer you on and celebrate your success!

Ready to get started? I know I am.

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My Process

All proposals will look a bit different, depending on your project and how far along things are.

But no matter what you’re working on, you can expect a highly collaborative experience and a down-to-earth thought partner who rolls with the punches and enjoys a good laugh.

Here’s how things will generally flow:

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Discovery:

I want to hear your story – what you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and what you need to make it happen. I’ll talk to as many members of your team as it takes!

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Strategy:

This is where we take a step back to identify all of the moving parts, set priorities, and frame a compelling, detailed project scope and/or proposal.

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Execution:

Once we have a plan, I’ll design instruments to gather necessary data.

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Research:

With your unique needs in mind, I begin collecting targeted data that not only provides context, but gives actionable information to achieve your objectives. Throughout our work together, I continue to research and assess if deliverables are on track and results are aligned with your goals.

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Follow Up:

Even after a project concludes, I’m always available to provide support. I get to know my clients well and come to think of them as friends, so you bet I’ll keep in touch!

“Chelsea’s detailed and disciplined approach to evaluation and project management were key to our project's success, and fundamental to our ability to grow, learn, and share our results.

In particular, her wisdom and commitment to engage early, collaboratively building evaluation process design into overall project design, supported the significance, integrity, and positive outcomes of our project.”

Chris Hartman
President, CEO–Headwater

Looking for support and evidence for your upcoming project?

I can’t wait to hear all about what you’re working on. Share a few details about your project and I’ll be in touch to set up a free consultation!