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Strategic Succession: Leadership Change With Confidence
Because Leadership Change Shouldn’t Derail Your Mission
Leadership transitions are inevitable—but chaos, confusion, and mission drift don't have to be. I created the
Strategic Succession: Leadership Change With Confidence
series to give nonprofit leaders and boards a clear, actionable framework for navigating leadership change with purpose, not panic.
Whether you're preparing for a planned transition, responding to an unexpected shift, or just trying to future-proof your organization, this 9-session series breaks it all down—step-by-step.
When you join me, you’ll walk away with:
A proven framework to guide your board and team through transition
Tools to protect funding, stakeholder trust, and operational continuity
Clarity around roles, timing, and communication
Confidence in your plan—and your people—to lead forward
MORE ABOUT US
At AJO Solutions, we don’t just consult — we co-create bold transitions with purpose.
We’ve walked in your shoes — leading teams, building businesses from the ground up, turning around struggling organizations, and planning for what comes next. That’s why we bring more than advice — we bring action. Whether you're planning for a new executive, restructuring for sustainability, or facing a sudden leadership gap, we step in with a plan, a process, and a purpose.
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Begin With Confidence: Your Transition Strategy Starts Here
Strategic Succession: Leadership Change With Confidence – Workbook Only
Ready to take action at your own pace? This digital workbook is your step-by-step guide to building a sustainable succession plan from the inside out. Perfect for independent go-getters who want structure, strategy, and a place to start. Use this workbook to form a succession committee, engage your board, and ensure your nonprofit is prepared for leadership change—with confidence and clarity
1:1 Coaching Series – Strategic Succession Deep Dive
Want a thought partner and transition expert in your corner? This nine-session private coaching package walks your team through the Strategic Succession framework with personalized support and tailored advice. Ideal for nonprofit leaders, board chairs, or founders ready to build a lasting legacy while navigating leadership change with expert guidance at every step.
Community Subscription – Group Accountability & Peer Coaching
You don’t have to do this alone. Join a committed group of nonprofit professionals for monthly peer-led discussions, accountability check-ins, and real-time support—all based on the Strategic Succession workbook. Each session is facilitated by participants, with guided reflection and insight from the workbook’s creator. It’s community, capacity building, and consistency—all in one space. 12-month commitment required. Digital workbook an additional cost at reduced price.
Done-for-You Succession Support – Bring in a Leadership Transition Specialist
Some transitions need more than a workbook—they need a steady hand. As your Leadership Transition Specialist, I’ll step in to lead or support your succession strategy, working directly with your board, interim executive, or outgoing leader. Whether you’re mid-search, mid-crisis, or building your bench, I provide neutral, expert guidance to keep your mission on track and your organization moving forward.
Leadership Transition Specialist | Nonprofit Strategy Expert | Business Growth Coach
Jodee O’Brien is a recognized expert in leadership transitions, nonprofit governance, and organizational strategy. As an owner of AJO Solutions, Coach2Profits and Coaching FFS, LLC, dba ActionCOACH Central Texas. She has dedicated her career to guiding organizations through complex leadership changes while ensuring stability, growth, and long-term impact.
With a proven track record in nonprofit and business leadership, Jodee specializes in helping organizations streamline operations, enhance financial resilience, and navigate executive transitions with confidence. She understands that leadership changes—whether planned or unexpected—can either disrupt an organization or serve as a catalyst for transformation. Through strategic planning, operational restructuring, and leadership alignment, she ensures that transitions strengthen an organization rather than weaken it.
Jodee’s approach goes beyond traditional consulting—she delivers real solutions, not just recommendations. From purchasing her workbook as a guide to the done-for-you execution services, Jodee provides hands-on support for organizations that need immediate, results-driven action. Whether preparing a nonprofit board for succession, helping a founder transition their business into a saleable asset, or guiding an organization through an executive departure, she ensures seamless, mission-driven leadership transitions.
Jodee’s mission is clear:To equip leaders and organizations with the strategies, structure, and support they need to navigate change successfully—turning leadership transitions into opportunities for lasting success.