More Than Consultants. Meet Your Thought Partners.
Sagebird was founded on a core belief: that the most effective solutions are built on trust, clarity, and genuine collaboration. We are here to simplify the complex work of social impact and empower your team to achieve measurable results.
A Unique Blend of Expertise for Your Advantage
Our co-founders bring a rare mix of skills, from legal rigor to classroom insight to data analytics, allowing us to see your organization with our unique 360-degree vantage point and design truly effective solutions.
Cassie R. Blausey, J.D.
The Strategy Aligner
“I have committed my work and heart to building better and stronger communities and organizations.”
Cassie brings a foundation of legal rigor and organizational development to every project. She is the anchor for strategic clarity and internal alignment, ensuring that every component of your organization, from the board to the staff, is working toward a unified, measurable goal.
Stephen W. Lin, PH.D.
The Data Demystifier
“My doctoral training in research methods, program evaluation, and social change allows me to bring theory and practice to the work you do best: human-centric work.”
Stephen combines deep analytical expertise with practical experience in the social sector. He excels at translating complex metrics into clear, actionable strategy, empowering teams to use data confidently without feeling intimidated.
Our Foundational Values: Why We Earn Your Trust
We believe the most effective partnership is rooted in shared values. These principles guide our process, ensuring that the work we do together is ethical, clear, and focused entirely on your mission's success.
Transparency
We eliminate jargon and operate with unwavering candor in every discussion, recommendation, and deliverable. You will always know what we're doing, why we're doing it, and what the true costs and benefits are. This clarity is how we build the safe, trusted environment needed to address your toughest challenges.
Respect
We deeply respect the passion, expertise, and resources of your team. We approach every engagement as a collaborative partnership, ensuring our process is supportive, empowering, and designed to build your internal confidence—never to criticize or overwhelm.
Innovation
We don't settle for "good enough." We commit to finding flexible, tailored, and forward-thinking solutions that fit your specific organizational needs, not a rigid, outdated template. Our goal is to equip you with the systems and strategy that are sustainable and scalable for your future.
Compassion
Our work is rooted in the shared goal of achieving positive social impact. We lead with empathy, understanding the human challenges behind complex organizational problems. We translate strategic and data demands into a simple, human-centered language that unifies your team around a greater purpose.