Proudly Canadian.

Fresh Perspectives.
New Possibilities.


Navigate change with clarity and intention.

thresh·old
/ˈTHreSHˌ(h)ōld/

The place or point of entering or beginning.

- Merriam Webster Dictionary

SERVICES

Rethink Strategy

  • Transform strategic planning into a dynamic, living strategy that uplifts your values. Leverage theory of change and human centred design to collaboratively shape the future.

  • Implement complex strategies in brief, iterative cycles using real-time insights. Leverage innovation tools and strategy coaching to simplify, stay on track and reach your goals.

Reimagine Governance

  • Re/design your governance to enable mission impact. Engage your board in a 3-step program to liberate purposeful governance.

  • Gather with nonprofit governance leaders to explore emerging approaches, debunk myths and strengthen practice. Reimagine governance with fresh insights and practical tools.

Reinvigorate Leadership

  • Strengthen leadership capabilities through customized learning workshops and programs. Choose from a wide range of topics to grow strategic leadership, collaboration and impact.

  • Achieve leadership goals with a trusted thought partner. Invest in individual or team coaching programs designed for learning, perspective taking and skill development.


ABOUT LISA

Lisa Villeneuve (she/her/elle) is a strategy designer, coach and facilitator based in Wolfville NS. She brings 25 years of experience working across sectors on strategic planning, partnerships and policy. She is inspired by the power of trust to liberate creativity, unleash innovation and transform organizations.

TESTIMONIALS

  • “Lisa is one of those unicorns who seems to combine an almost alchemical presentation magic with deep knowledge of networks and the sector.”

    - Anne Pyke, Senior Manager of Education & Resource Development, United Way of Greater Toronto

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  • “Lisa brought incredible insights, a strong commitment to social justice, and an engaging and fun approach to working on a complex project. She is a joy to work with!”

    - Tyler Colbourne, Project Lead, Good Governance, Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia

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  • "She has so many tools in her toolbox to help everyone learn. I would highly recommend working with her as an organization or one on one."

    ~ Jana Girdauskas, Founder of The Period Purse

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  • “Lisa’s insights were invaluable, drawing from her vast experience in the field, and she consistently provided thoughtful recommendations that pushed us to think critically about our future direction.”

    - Jacqueline Bloom, Chair, Ostomy Canada Society

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  • “Lisa was a fantastic collaborator—organized, methodical, and highly responsive throughout the process…she brought valuable insights into community engagement.”

    - Sophie Paskins, Gallery Director, Artsplace

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  • "Lisa’s empathetic listening and thoughtful questioning helped me gain clarity on my leadership style…leading to significant personal and professional growth.”

    - Kosal Ky, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Findhelp Information Services/211 Central Region

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  • “Lisa has supported Findhelp | 211 with many things including governance innovation, transformation, and strategic frameworks, enabling us to be more agile and purpose-driven. She is a trusted partner, skilled facilitator and brings the strongest values to all that she does.”

    - Sue Wilkinson, Executive Director, Findhelp Information Services/211 Central Ontario

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  • “I love that Lisa’s strategic plans make it really easy to anchor a meaningful fundraising program in them. They have goals that can inspire donors to want to get involved.”

    - Cathy Mann, President, The Fundraising Lab

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COLLABORATORs

“Change arrives in nature when time has ripened…This accounts for the sureness with which one season succeeds another.”

- John O’Donohue