A firm with exceptional talent that unlocks value for our clients.

Mr. Rao is accomplished executive with significant experience in strategy, operations, and technology in the public, private and social sectors. He brings significant expertise in performance improvement, digital transformation, and organizational development. Over the years, Mr. Rao has advised senior executives on his areas of expertise - he is a trusted advisor to C-level and senior executive leaders in public, private and non-profit sectors. Mr. Rao has published several articles and papers, including his contributions as an author. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Marisa Sanchez, PhD brings 25 years of experience in organization development and change management to build and sustain effective organizations. Her consulting approach uniquely focuses on achieving results by integrating deep knowledge and expertise in organization development, project management, and business strategy. Under the organization development umbrella, her practice areas include strategy and execution, change leadership, organization design and culture change, leadership coaching, team effectiveness, and facilitation. With her technology background, she offers expertise in organization adoption of new information systems and technology in addition to increasing organization effectiveness of IT organizations.

Winston Kelly is a management consultant at The Parnin Group (TPG) with in-depth
experience in the non-profit and government sectors. An alumnus of the Presidential
Management Fellowship (PMF), Mr. Kelly has a strong track record of success in helping
streamline operations and improve efficiency using data-driven approaches. Mr. Kelly is
a problem-solver who can identify key challenges and opportunities and develop
practical solutions that drive results. Mr. Kelly has a combination of career and
educational experience in public finance, organizational development, facilitation, and
strategic planning. In addition to his technical expertise, Mr. Kelly is also a skilled
communicator and is adept at building relationships and collaborating with clients to
drive successful outcomes.

Anne Prendergast is a management consultant at The Parnin Group (TPG) with experience in both the non-profit and federal government sectors. With a master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Anne has a strong track record of applying scientific principles and research methods to issues surrounding organizational performance. Ms. Prendergast has helped federal agencies develop and implement enterprise-wide strategies that streamline workforce and talent management processes, including position management, succession planning, learning and development, recruitment, and performance management. Ms. Prendergast is a strong collaborator and innovative thinker who enjoys solving complex problems to drive positive outcomes for her clients.

Brett Wiedoff has twenty years of experience managing state and federal commercial fisheries. This includes working with the public, as well as state, federal, nongovernment and international agencies to develop or modify regulations that protect the environment and enhance fisheries management. Brett specializes in running public meetings with stakeholders and developing environmental impact analyses that create balanced solutions for all users of the natural resources. Brett has a Bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry from University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, and has completed graduate level work at Oregon State University. Brett worked for Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as a data analyst, for Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife as a technical assistant and Project Leader for nearshore and coastal pelagic commercial fisheries. Brett also worked for five years at National Marine Fisheries Service Pacific Islands Regional Office as a natural resource specialist for highly migratory species and international fisheries, and worked ten years as a Staff Officer for the Pacific Fishery Management Council.

Duncan Wood is a management consultant at The Parnin Group (TPG) with experience providing services across multiple federal government agencies. He focuses on a detail-oriented approach utilizing quantitative and qualitative analysis to provide effective solutions for his clients. Mr. Wood has worked with federal agencies on improving processes, efficiency, and implementation, including in project management, competitiveness analysis, policy analysis, organizational review, and compliance monitoring. He is experienced with collaborating with teams and projects spread across multiple time zones and countries, and is skilled at building relationships and communicating with clients to best achieve effective results. Mr. Wood also holds a master’s degree in International Affairs and has a background in international policy and trade.

Flor Azul Lorenzo is a Management Consultant at The Parnin Group, where she draws on her extensive experience in program development, strategic planning, and policy development. Ms. Lorenzo brings a wealth of experience in both the nonprofit sector and local government, driving effective policy initiatives. While at Beneficial State Foundation, she played a key role in developing California’s clean vehicle program policy and communications. She attributes much of her curiosity and leadership to the Coro Public Affairs Fellowship Program in San Francisco, where she led the creation of California’s State Coastal Conservancy Beach Wheelchair Grant Program and supported the management and implementation of GRID Alternatives’ One-Stop-Shop (OSS) Pilot Project, which focused on increasing electric vehicle adoption in disadvantaged communities. She also helped enhance civic engagement by mobilizing key stakeholders. At the local level, she developed strategic plans, evaluated racial equity initiatives, and analyzed budget data to advise leadership on fiscal year budget plans, helping to shape the strategic goals set by the local government. Ms. Lorenzo earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, San Bernardino, and a Master of Public Policy from the University of Michigan. She will now leverage her extensive experience to counsel federal agencies in developing both short- and long-term strategic plans.