Helping communities & organizations create their best futures.

Since 1988, we’ve helped public and nonprofit organizations navigate complex challenges with strategic insight.

BERK is an interdisciplinary consultancy

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Empowering change-makers, near and far

Our clients? They’re the driving force behind thriving communities:

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State Agencies

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Local Governments

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Counties

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Nonprofits

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Foundations

Meet the BERK team

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Allegra Calder

Principal

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Brian Murphy

Principal

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Lisa Grueter

Principal

Shaping better outcomes together

For over 35 years, our values have shaped who we are and how we work. They’re the foundation of our success and the heart of our commitment to building a better, fairer society.

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Curiosity

We ask questions and seek new ideas.

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Collaboration

The best solutions come from working together.

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Agility

We adapt and grow with every challenge.

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Equity

We prioritize fairness and inclusion

These values aren’t just words—they’re how we create real, lasting impact.