Who We Are at Consult Espinal

Service Categories

1. Community Engagement & Corridor Revitalization

2. Curriculum Development & Educational Design

3. Speaking & Training

Keynotes, panels, and workshops on community development, equity, and women’s leadership

Past Performance / Portfolio

1. Cleveland Neighborhood Progress

Managed three grant programs across six Cleveland neighborhoods to advance equitable economic development goals.
Partnered with community development corporations, businesses, and residents to design corridor revitalization strategies.
Facilitated stakeholder engagement processes that strengthened collaboration between merchants, property owners, and funders.

2. City of Cleveland – Department of Economic Development

Served as a Minority Business Specialist, providing outreach, technical assistance, and compliance support to entrepreneurs.
Helped minority- and women-owned businesses navigate certification, procurement, and contracting opportunities.
Strengthened the City’s ability to connect small businesses to local and federal resources.

3. Future Heights

Led business outreach efforts to support local entrepreneurs along commercial corridors.
Assisted in creating merchant associations and networking opportunities for small businesses.
Designed and facilitated community meetings to align corridor priorities with resident input.

4. Sisters of Economic Action (SEA)

Founded a network dedicated to supporting women of color in economic development.
Designed and delivered workshops, events, and writing programs that build leadership capacity.
Convened diverse stakeholders to amplify women’s voices in community development.

5. Career Coaching / Curriculum Design (Various Partners)

Served as a mentor and curriculum designer, creating tailored pathways for students navigating higher education and workforce opportunities.
Provided career coaching and professional development guidance for underrepresented students.