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Let Howard Consulting Group help you Improve Organizational Performance and Delivery of Public Services.
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At Howard Consulting, we understand the challenges faced by Local Governments in today’s fast paced Environment.
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Helping Drive Efficiency and Growth in Local Government Operations
At Howard Consulting Group, we have the knowledge and resources to fit just about any need your organization may have. Rick Howard spent more than 35 years in local government in California – from cities to Special Districts. Rick served in executive leadership roles for more than 24 years, the last 13 years as executive officer.
Rick’s areas of expertise are in Legislative Advocacy, finance and budgets, policies and procedures, interim placements, strategic planning, board and staff trainings, human resource needs, and project development.
Capacity Building
We offer training programs and workshops to enhance the skills and capabilities of local government staff and appointed and elected officials. Our training programs aim to strengthen local authorities' governance and operational capacities, enabling them to drive positive change.
Financial Management
We provide guidance on financial planning, budgeting, revenue generation, and expenditure optimization. Our consultants help local governments enhance their financial sustainability, enabling them to provide essential services while effectively and efficiently ensuring budget objectives are met.
Legislative Advocacy
Legislative advocacy plays a crucial role in ensuring that legislators know the challenges you face. With our help influence policy outcomes, voice your concerns, propose innovative solutions, and secure vital resources.
Strategic Planning
We assist local governments in setting clear goals, defining priorities, and creating robust strategies in order to achieve desired results. Through a comprehensive analysis of the local context, we identify opportunities for growth, resilience, and sustainable development resulting in achieving your goals.
OUR SERVICES
We are committed to creating solid relationships with our clients, providing them with the tools, knowledge, and help they need to overcome challenges and achieve their vision for a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous community.
Contact us so that we can help you find the solutions to the complex issues faced every day.
Why Choose Howard Consulting Group?
What sets us apart is our unwavering dedication to creating sustainable outcomes. Howard Consulting Group understands that the decisions made at the local level profoundly impact the lives of citizens, the environment, and the community's overall progress. We prioritize long-term thinking, sustainability, and inclusivity in all our engagements. We help local governments foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and citizen participation, ensuring that judgments are taken for the best welfare of the community as a whole.
Our Experts
Our professional team consists of highly qualified consultants from different administrative backgrounds in the public and private sectors. Under their expert guidance, you can easily deal with any challenge you face running local government.
Rick Howard
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