RHD LLC

Rachel Huff-Doria,
Owner & Director_{Helping civic & nonprofit leaders build alignment, capacity, and actionable plans to guide change}

Guiding change with the collective is hard - but you don't have to go it alone.My name is Rachel and I spent over 12 years leading organizations and campaigns at the intersection of civic engagement, advocacy, and culture change.At RHD LLC, we help civic-minded leaders build alignment, capacity and actionable plans to guide meaningful change.

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Services

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Leaders we have worked with are seeking to thoughtfully guide change in these areas:

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Non-profit organizations
Coalitions
Planning firms
Government agencies
Cross-sector collaborations
Foundations
Civic and non-profit leaders...who desire to have collaborative, playful, and equitable processes, plans, and partnerships that strengthen community, leadership, and strategy.

core services

Strategic Planning & Growth

Organizational strategy | Strategic frameworks | Capacity buildingYou know your team is capable of even greater impact. But to do that well you need a new strategic plan that you can execute, and your team and partners need to be aligned and moving in the same direction—not stuck with a watered-down plan where compromise replaced vision, or a checklist that doesn't connect to impact.When we work together: We'll build clarity on your priorities, alignment on the path forward, and an actionable plan your team can execute. Your staff and board will know what to focus on, why it matters, and who's responsible.I partner with nonprofit leaders on strategic planning and frameworks, mission and values work, capacity building, and board-staff facilitation.

"The strategic framework retreat aligned our Board and Staff around clear outcomes and helped us prioritize celebrating and sharing our impact."

- Kira Huck, Community Health Alliance Executive Director

Leadership Capacity Building

Executive advising | Collaborative leadership | Internal communicationYou're learning as you go but you're missing key support systems, including someone who's been there before and can offer thought partnership and accountability as you navigate organizational changes.You're ready to strengthen your capacity to manage team dynamics, board relationships, and your own leadership development while delivering on mission. You want to build your facilitation and communication skills to guide your organization through complexity.When we work together: We'll assess and strengthen your capacity to lead collaborative work with staff, board, and external partners. You'll develop skills and processes to move your organization forward through complex periods.I provide executive advising, capacity-building workshops, and strategic thought partnership—often paired with planning or transition work for ongoing support.

"Taking the time to reflect and intentionally grow my leadership -- especially in a role that can often feel demanding and isolating -- has been one of the most worthwhile investments I’ve made in myself and my organization."

- Brittany Palmer, Front Step Community Land Trust Executive Director

Leadership Transitions

Leadership transitions | Succession planning | OnboardingYour Executive Director or key team member is transitioning, and you want to do it right—preserving institutional knowledge, maintaining organizational momentum, and setting your new leader up for success. You want to move your Board and Staff from a place of uncertainty to a place of strength and flexibility.When we work together: We'll create a transition roadmap that preserves institutional knowledge and sets your new leader up for success. The board and staff will get clear on their role throughout the transition, and you'll maintain momentum while maintaining trust with partners and community.I guide organizations from transition planning through leadership onboarding, working with boards, hiring committees, and leadership teams.

"My advice to anyone facing a transition? Invest in a great facilitator who genuinely understands your work and the context you're operating in. Rachel doesn't just guide the process; she's a partner in it, which made all the difference when we needed steady support."

- Rebecca Pelham, former Engage Miami Executive Director

Coalitions and Community Engagement

Coalition development | Community engagement | Advisory committeesLeading community work and having a major impact involves having diverse partners and communities working towards the same goal.But how do you get there? You're worried that competing priorities, internal conflicts, or the lack of direction is going to keep you from your vision. You want engagement processes where partners and community members' expertise shapes the strategy and work ahead but you don't have the capacity to lead this on your own.When we work together: We'll build alignment and coordination structures that keep partners moving together. Your coalition will shift to actionable plans with clear roles and decision-making. You'll maintain partner and community trust through clear and consistent communication.I facilitate coalitions, advisory committees, and community engagement processes that help diverse groups find alignment and move to action.

"Rachel created a process that was clear, inclusive, and respectful of everyone’s time - it showed in the quality of input we got. The end result is a direct result of her thoughtful facilitation. I’m grateful for her work in helping us build a community-centered Electric Vehicle plan."

- Devin Filicicchia, City of Missoula Electrification Specialist

what clients say

on facilitation

"Rachel shows up in a way that invites participation and intention, and is constantly leading from that space. She makes space for everyone to contribute and show up. Her attention to detail, clarity, and thoughtfulness stand out, as well as her ability to adapt and improvise as needed. She is deeply present as a leader."

- Shelby Rogala, Montana Nonprofit Association Professional and Organizational Development Director

on strategic planning

"Rachel's input and guidance was pivotal to our successful strategic planning retreat. She brought a wealth of experience to our preparation and planning phase, and during the retreat itself demonstrated her ability to balance flexibility while still achieving the organization's planning goals."

- Andrew Valainis, former MT Renewable Energy Association Executive Director

on board alignment

“With a mission driven organization like ours, it's easy to try to do everything. The commitment to organizational readiness and implementation in our guiding principles helps us avoid mission creep.”

- Member of a Client's Board of Directors

on collaboration and engagement

"Facing a very short timeline, Rachel was able to develop and implement a strategic plan that she was executing on within 48 hours of her arrival. She was hard working, organized, insightful, and excellent at anticipatory problem solving. We grew quickly to rely on her input and recommendations."

- Frank Garner, Former MT Representative

on leadership transitions

"We achieved the purpose of our work—which was to be more aligned on our next hire. The synergy we experienced during the retreat was really unlocked in that meeting in a way our virtual meetings hadn't been able to accomplish."

- Courtney Naumann, Northwest Community Land Trust Coalition Chair

on organizational development

"Working with RHD LLC and LAS Visions was an incredibly positive experience. They brought a level of expertise and professionalism that was both reassuring and inspiring. Their thorough and thoughtful approach to the assessment process made us feel confident that we were in good hands. They were not only evaluators but also partners in our journey towards greater organizational effectiveness."

- Dakota Hall, Alliance for Youth Organizing Executive Director

approach

My name is Rachel. I spent over 12 years as an executive director, campaign manager, registered lobbyist, organizer, and board member—and I've seen what happens when planning processes don't account for real people with competing priorities and genuine disagreements.Whether I'm trail running on Mt. Sentinel, navigating motherhood, or facilitating strategic planning, I know that building capacity to work together takes practice, patience, and willingness to try again. Through our work, you'll practice being in community—and that tension creates growth.My approach is grounded in learnings from participatory design and organizing, with principles including:

I trained in the Executive Program at the University of Pennsylvania's Stuart Weitzman School of Design & Social Policy, where I learned:

“We spend a lot time designing the bridge, but not enough time thinking about the people who are crossing it.” - Dr. Prabhjot Singh

I use tools and frameworks from organizing and design thinking to work alongside you, your partners, and community —co-creating solutions and ensuring everyone's expertise shapes the path forward.Rachel holds a B.A. in Communication Studies with an Organizational Communication emphasis from Marshall University.

- Rachel

Rachel Huff-Doria (She/Hers)
Owner & Director, RHD LLC