A more equitable democratic society – as well as their changing economy – demand dramatically better outcomes from their public education system. To achieve this goal they need stronger and more flexible organizations working to eliminate the achievement gap and delivering an outstanding education to all children. Bellwether advances new ideas that shape the field of education and works closely with clients to address their most pressing strategic, talent, and operational issues. Their goal is to build organizations’ capacity to achieve ambitious student impact outcomes through their three interrelated service offerings.

Strategic Advising

Their Strategic Advising practice advises leaders and organizations on their most pressing strategic and operational issues. Their work ranges from supporting entrepreneurs through business plan development, to partnering with established organizations on growth and performance improvement, to assessing new opportunities for impact as the field evolves.

Policy and Thought Leadership

Their Policy and Thought Leadership practice conducts research in order to develop ideas, publish reports, and make recommendations that have an impact on education policy and the broader conversation about America’s schools. Through high-quality analysis, advising, and support services, they help organizations and leaders understand how policies affect their work so they can improve outcomes for high-need students.

Talent Services

Their Talent Services practice works on both sides of the talent equation: they help find and develop exceptional talent, and they help organizations become “talent ready.” They ensure that organizations have the systems, culture, and capacity to cultivate diverse teams of leaders who can transform the lives of students.