Construct The Present | Alexis Braly James

Construct The Present | Alexis Braly James is a consultancy that develops leaders and strengthens organisations at turning points. Founded in 2015 by former teacher Alexis Braly James, it brings learning science and equity-focused practice into the workplace and now works with teams across the country.

Services

• Leadership development: coaching and training for executives and managers, including board training.
• Equity audits: reviews of an organisation's systems and practices with the most marginalised people at the centre.
• Fractional leadership: part-time senior support during transitions or rapid growth.
• Workshops and facilitation: DEI sessions, custom learning experiences and mediation of difficult workplace dynamics.

Clients

The firm mainly serves nonprofits and social impact organisations that are scaling fast, recovering from a crisis or changing leaders, as well as government agencies. Past partners include the Smithsonian, City of Portland, Metro Regional Government, Multnomah County Library, the Portland Trail Blazers and OnPoint Community Credit Union.

Key facts

• Founded: 2015
• Founder: Alexis Braly James, founder and CEO
• Certification: B Corp