Clarity. Strategy. Results.

Turning complex challenges into measurable growth and impact.

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About Us

EquiVant Strategies (EVS) is a boutique consulting firm that equips organizations across sectors - public, private, and nonprofit - to navigate complexity and achieve measurable impact. We transform vision into action through systems-driven strategy and organizational design that connects mission to people. Whether you’re reimagining strategy, realigning structure, or building resilience, EVS helps you scale impact with clarity and confidence.

Meet Our Founder

Gabriel Matthews, PhD(c) is the founder and CEO of EquiVant Strategies and an organizational psychologist specializing in workforce development, equity-centered strategy, and organizational transformation. He has advised nonprofits, government agencies, and enterprises on challenges ranging from employment pathways and strategy implementation to large-scale programmatic and organizational redesign. His consulting work has delivered measurable outcomes including improved workforce pipelines, stronger organizational structures, and increased institutional capacity to lead change.

Gabriel is recognized for translating complex challenges into actionable strategies and has been trusted by clients to guide multi-sector partnerships, align leadership teams, and unlock funding opportunities. He brings extensive experience in consulting, research, and strategy expertise to his work, grounded in applied psychology and organizational systems thinking. Through EVS, he works with organizations to translate complexity into clarity and strategy into sustainable, long-term impact.

Our Services

Tailored Solutions to Complex Challenges

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Strategic Leadership & Transformation

Equip leaders to drive transformation, align teams, and deliver results. Infusing agile innovation into every strategy, we drive breakthrough performance, even in uncertain times. Experience lasting impact with our focused, transformative insights.
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Organizational Design & Excellence

Revitalize your organization with strategic clarity and streamlined workflows. We re-engineer internal structures to create seamless efficiency and foster continuous improvement. Enjoy sustainable performance through an integrated, optimized system.

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People & Talent Development

Unlock your workforce’s potential with transformative development programs and tailored technical assistance. By inspiring growth and building resilience, we convert talent into your greatest strategic asset through investments in your team’s unleashed potential. Empower your teams to excel in today’s dynamic landscape.
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Empowerment

Champion an inclusive workplace where diversity becomes a strategic asset. We embed robust DEI initiatives that unite teams and spark innovation. Empower your organization to achieve measurable progress through enduring cultural transformation.

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Future-Ready Strategy

Anticipate disruption and evolve strategy into sustained competitive advantage. We align resources and embed agility to transform visionary ideas into actionable and equitable plans. Turn future challenges into competitive advantages with clear, strategic roadmaps.

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