SERVICES
Executive Advisory
For: CEOs, division executives, and boards navigating a transition, a period of underperformance, or a high-stakes organizational situation.
What it is: An ongoing advisory relationship with a senior partner who has been inside complex organizations at the executive level — and will tell you the truth. Not an echo chamber. Someone who helps you more fully see what's actually happening, make confident decisions, and works through solutions with you.
We don't jump in without context. Every engagement begins with the time and rigor needed to understand your current state before we start advising.
What it produces:
Confident decision-making, a clear-eyed view of what's actually happening, and a trusted executive-level partner who is fully invested in your success
Engagements: 6 or 12 months. Fully customized.
Organizational Diagnostic Assessment
For: Organizations that know something isn't working — but aren't certain how to solve it.
What it is: A structured assessment that goes beneath the surface to find what's actually limiting your organization's performance. We interview key stakeholders, assess team dynamics and organizational design, and deliver findings and recommendations you can act on.
Internal teams will share insights with an outside resource that they won't say to their own leadership. Every time. Our diagnostic process is designed to surface that information and turn it into something useful — so you're making decisions based on what's real, not on a hunch.
what it produces:
A clear picture of what's happening, prioritized recommendations, and a roadmap to move forward with confidence.
Engagements: 4–12 weeks depending on scope.
Executive Team Workshops
For: Leadership teams that need to get aligned, work through a specific challenge, or build the skills to navigate what's ahead.
What it is: Facilitated working sessions designed around what your team actually needs — not a generic offsite agenda. We design each workshop around your specific situation, whether that's navigating a transition, building trust, clarifying roles and decision-making, or leading through a period of significant change.
what it produces:
Shared language and alignment on the issues that have been hard to address directly — and momentum heading into what's next
Engagements: Half-day, full-day, or two-day options. Customized to meet your needs.
Executive Coaching
For: Individual leaders who are stepping into a new or expanded role, navigating a significant challenge, or ready to grow in ways that matter to their effectiveness and their organization
What it is: A coaching relationship built around your real work and real challenges. We take the time to understand your organization and your context, so the coaching is grounded in what you're actually dealing with — not a scripted curriculum. Engagements may include leadership assessments, 360 feedback, and stakeholder and organizational analysis.
NorthSpring has a team of experienced coaches available, so we can match the right coach to your situation and scale to meet your organization's needs.
what it produces:
Greater self-awareness, tools you can apply immediately, and the experience of working with a coach who is genuinely in your corner — and will hold up a mirror when you need it.
Engagements: 6 or 12 months.
what they say
“Collaborating with Kim Van Lue and NorthSpring has undeniably been the best decision when it comes to identifying a firm that could meet our HR and talent management needs. Kim's dedication, coupled with her expertise made the entire experience exceptionally positive and impactful. I would wholeheartedly recommend NorthSpring's services to any friend or colleague seeking top-notch HR solutions.”
CHAIR OF THE BOARD, GLOBAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
I have worked with many management consultants over the years. Kim sets the standard for collaborative tailored solutions that deliver tangible results.
Kim is a careful and active listener which leads to clear diagnoses of root challenges that limit organizations from achieving peak performance. She is also naturally empathetic which results in collaborative innovations that are embraced by those responsible for executing change strategies.
DANIEL C. SMITH, PH.D.
PROFESSOR AND DEAN EMERITUS
KELLEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Kim’s ability to ask insightful questions sparked valuable opportunities for reflection on my part.
Kim is a coach with a delightful demeanor who remains actively engaged during each session and really helps you clarify the problem you are facing as well as helping you to find solutions.
S.K.
COACHING CLIENT
We are undergoing a lot of change in my organization and she helped me navigate the waters.
Her experience in this area shows. Kim helps you think of things you might not think of, and she has a calm and reassuring demeanor. It was a very productive experience.
M.C.
COACHING CLIENT
Kim helped me find ways to use my voice in discussing my interpretations of feedback in addition to how I can continue to leverage my strengths to become a more valuable asset in our organization.
I wasn't sure what to expect with coaching, but Kim was truly amazing. Having an unbiased perspective has been an incredible way to look outside the everyday to start thinking more strategically about how to move forward.
J.K.
COACHING CLIENT
THE PROCESS
step one
Reach Out
Tell us what's going on. We'll listen first, ask questions, and be honest about whether and how we can help.
step two
Scoping
If there's a fit, we'll draft a clear scope of work — what we'll do, what you can expect, and what it will take on both sides.
step three
Get Started
Once we work through the initial details, we’ll hold a kick-off meeting. We will ensure you have clarity around timelines, roles and deliverables.
LET'S WORK TOGETHER
Most engagements start with a conversation. Reach out and tell us what you're navigating. We look forward to learning more.