Our Story
ConsultPro was founded in 2011 by Dr. Katherine Lawson and Michael Reeves, who recognized a critical gap in the consulting industry. Having spent years working as consultants themselves, they witnessed firsthand how often organizations struggled to identify the right consultants for their specific needs, resulting in wasted resources and failed initiatives.
What began as a small advisory practice in Boston has grown into an international organization with offices in six countries. Our early work focused primarily on helping technology companies select implementation consultants, but we quickly expanded to serve industries ranging from healthcare and manufacturing to financial services and retail.
In 2015, we published our groundbreaking research on consultant-client matching metrics, which has since become the industry standard methodology. This framework led to the development of our proprietary assessment tools and selection criteria that we continue to refine through ongoing research and practical application.
Today, ConsultPro works with over 500 organizations annually, helping them navigate the complex landscape of professional services procurement. Our team has grown to include former consultants, industry specialists, and research analysts who share a common passion for maximizing the value of consulting relationships.
Our Mission & Values
We're committed to transforming how organizations select and engage with consultants through evidence-based methodologies and practical guidance.
Our Mission
To empower organizations to make optimal consultant selection decisions that maximize return on investment and drive meaningful business outcomes. We believe that with the right approach, every consulting engagement can deliver exceptional value.
Our Vision
To create a future where organizations globally can confidently navigate the consulting marketplace, making informed decisions based on evidence rather than intuition, resulting in consistently successful consulting engagements.
Core Values
- Objectivity: We maintain independence and provide unbiased guidance.
- Excellence: We pursue continuous improvement in our methodologies.
- Integrity: We act with transparency and honesty in all interactions.
- Innovation: We constantly evolve our approach based on research.
- Client Success: We measure our success by our clients' outcomes.
Leadership Team
Meet the experienced professionals guiding our organization and advancing our mission of improving consultant selection practices worldwide.
Dr. Katherine Lawson
Co-Founder & CEO
With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and 15 years of experience in management consulting, Katherine leads our organization's strategic direction. She has published extensively on consultant selection methodologies and speaks regularly at industry conferences worldwide.
Michael Reeves
Co-Founder & Chief Research Officer
Prior to founding ConsultPro, Michael led major transformation initiatives at Fortune 500 companies. His practical experience informs our research agenda and assessment methodologies. Michael holds an MBA from Harvard and serves on several industry advisory boards.
Priya Sharma
Chief Technology Officer
Priya leads the development of our digital assessment platforms and data analytics capabilities. With a background in both consulting and software development, she bridges the gap between methodology and technology to create innovative solutions for our clients.
Marcus Chen
Director of Client Success
Marcus ensures our methodologies deliver real-world results for clients. Having worked on both the client and consultant sides of engagements, he brings valuable perspective to our approach and has personally guided over 200 successful consultant selections.
Our Achievements & Impact
Since our founding, we've helped organizations globally achieve outstanding results through better consultant selection.
500+ Organizations Served Annually
We work with companies of all sizes across industries, from emerging startups to Fortune 100 corporations, providing customized selection guidance.
42% Average ROI Improvement
Our clients report significantly higher returns on their consulting investments compared to previous engagements without our methodology.
Industry-Leading Research
Our methodology has been published in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and other leading publications, establishing us as thought leaders in the field.
Global Reach
With offices in Boston, London, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto, and Berlin, we provide localized expertise with global best practices.
Industry Recognition
Named "Most Innovative Consulting Advisory Firm" three years running by Business Insight Magazine and recognized with the Excellence in Research Award from the International Consulting Association.
Strategic Partnerships
We collaborate with leading business schools, industry associations, and research institutions to continually advance best practices in consultant selection.
What Our Clients Say
Hear from organizations that have transformed their approach to consultant selection with our guidance.
ConsultPro's methodology fundamentally changed how we approach consulting engagements. Their structured assessment framework helped us select a digital transformation partner that not only had the right technical expertise but also aligned perfectly with our organizational culture. The result was a seamless implementation that came in under budget and exceeded our expectations.
As a mid-sized manufacturer, we often struggled to find consultants who understood our practical needs rather than pushing theoretical frameworks. ConsultPro's selection criteria helped us identify specialists with hands-on industry experience who could deliver actionable solutions. We've now used their methodology for three different consulting engagements, each delivering exceptional ROI.
The healthcare industry presents unique challenges for consultant selection, with regulatory compliance and patient care concerns that many generalists don't fully grasp. ConsultPro's specialized assessment approach helped us identify consultants with both healthcare expertise and change management capabilities. Their methodology has become an essential part of our vendor selection process.
Our Work in Action
Visual highlights from our workshops, conferences, and client engagements around the world.
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Our team of experts is ready to help your organization identify the perfect consulting partners for your specific needs, maximizing your ROI and ensuring successful outcomes.