Dr. Jolie Mason, Ed.D. (she/her) is a leadership coach and nonprofit management consultant with over 20 years of executive experience supporting nonprofits, government entities, and philanthropic partners through organizational growth, change, and systems-level work. She has served in senior leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets and complex, community-centered programs.

Dr. Mason’s doctoral research and training in organizational change and leadership at the University of Southern California complement her hands-on executive experience, grounding her work in both theory and practice. This dual perspective allows her to help leaders move from ideas to action, navigate complexity, and make informed decisions grounded in data, feedback, and organizational priorities. Her background in human resources and workforce development further strengthens her ability to support leaders and teams while maintaining alignment across people, systems, and mission.

Since 2016, Dr. Mason’s consulting work has focused on strengthening leadership capacity and organizational infrastructure through coaching, strategic planning, and program development. She advises and supports organizations as they strengthen program development, evaluation practices, fund development strategies, contract and grant compliance, operational systems, and organizational development, often serving as a strategic human resources partner to leadership teams. Known for her collaborative, results-oriented approach, Dr. Mason partners closely with leaders to design practical strategies that promote sustainability, clarity, and measurable community impact.