Current position and employer: Founder & Lead Consultant, Spark Solutions Consulting
Wendy is the CEO and Lead Consultant of Spark Solutions Consulting, which supports growth in non-profit organizations and social entrepreneurs by providing outcome-driven creative solutions that are inclusive and sustainable. She specializes in capacity building & leadership development. Her superpower is strategic thinking that is both inclusive and action-oriented. Wendy’s work includes coaching new Executive Director, training nonprofit Boards in best practices, and facilitating strategic conversations and initiatives.
Wendy is a leader, innovator, and problem solver with 25 years of experience in education and non-profits. She has a track record of leading diverse teams, developing strong internal systems, facilitating organizational growth, and building inclusive environments with a commitment to racial equity. She is also an experienced educator including teaching in Baltimore City Public Schools, writing curriculum, and developing learning content for both youth and adult learners
Hometown: Silver Spring, MD
Current City: Baltimore, MD
Why did you choose McCourt? I was working in DC and wanted to also get my Masters in Public Policy. I chose Georgetown for its rigorous program and focus on data.
What was the best part of your experience? The best part was the fellow students and getting to dig into education policy issues.
Undergraduate university, degree, and major: Wesleyan University, BA in American Government and Public Policy
Hobbies / Interests: Running, reading, travel, cooking, and new experiences with my kids