Environmental Legacy Diagnostic
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90-minute discovery session with principal or family
Review of philanthropy, investments, and business holdings through an environmental lens
Custom report: “Your Capital’s Relationship with Nature”
Three strategic recommendations for immediate alignment
Clear pathway forward deeper engagement
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Families ready to understand their true environmental footprint and explore what deeper alignment could look like.
Annual Stewardship Retainer
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Quarterly half-day strategy sessions
Monthly 60-minute advisory calls
Review of major capital decisions through an environmental and regenerative lens
Participation in board and family meetings as needed
Coordination with existing advisors — attorneys, wealth managers, philanthropy staff
Annual “State of Your Environmental Stewardship” report
Direct access via private channel
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Multigenerational families committed to multi-year transformation of their capital’s environmental impact.
New England Environmental Legacy Lab
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Four quarterly gatherings — curated, guided, and confidential
Peer learning and shared problem-solving among families facing similar questions
Values-aligned speakers and site visits across New England
Land Conservation
Regenerative agriculture
Climate resilience
Circular economy in practice
Between-sessions prompts and practices to engage the next generation
A shared New England Environmental Legacy narrative developed by the group
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Families who want to grow their own community alongside strategic counsel — and who want to shape New England’s environmental future together.
Sustainable Futures Consulting’s clients engage us because we listen to what they need, apply tried and true expertise to fulfill the needs, and work effectively and strategically.
PROJECTS
Client • voi
project type | FACILITATION
It was time to choose where to focus near-term efforts. I facilitated a strategic planning session for key officers and the marketing team to prioritize resources and hone strategies. After we stood back, looked at the SWOT analysis, and reviewed Voi's goals, the team made key decisions and pivoted to focus on a few key market players.
client • Reno energy Consulting services
project type | creation
Maureen Reno, Founder of Reno Energy Consulting (RECS), needed to establish her brand and move beyond her current business model. Together, we created her vision, mission, tagline and company narrative; outlined market strategies; and developed content and creative for her website and collateral.
client • Aquifer
project type | IMPLEMENTATION
I was brought in to ensure its re-branding project stayed on track with the messaging, creative, and new website, while managing key milestones with the senior team. Deep into the details, I tracked progress on content and user interface and activated external and internal experts as needed to complete the project successfully.
TESTIMONIALS
RIck johnson
chief executive officer | voi health
“What I really appreciated about Sue's contribution is that she was invested in our success, navigated through the ups and downs of a new company, and kept her focus on what we were working to achieve. Just as important, she is a true leader who "takes ownership" of a project, provides clear guidance to her team, and completes her tasks flawlessly and on time. She made my job so much easier. Sue is a wise, flexible, and highly effective professional.”
michelle veasey
chief executive officer
nh businesses for social responsibility
"Sue Kaplan brings rich and deep insights to all of her work. She engages teams in a way that encourages sustained momentum by focusing on achieving shared goals. NHBSR has benefitted from her ability to inspire action, turning challenges into opportunities."
Matthew Gardner
Managing Partner
Sustainserv, Inc.
Sue is a highly accomplished, knowledgeable professional who brings years of experience to the CSR/Environmental arena. We need more expert communicators such as her in this field.”
sam evans-brown
Executive Director
clean energy nh
“Susan mobilized her expert planning process and facilitation skills--as well as her deep knowledge of sustainability and clean energy--to create a high engagement retreat and an updated strategic plan for the organization. Her steady hand and collaboration helped define our place in the advocacy community and ensure continuity in the face of change.”
boyd smith
president & Ceo
nH water works association, inc.
“The NH Water Works Association…engaged Sue Kaplan because of her record of success with large and small businesses, her demonstrated understanding of our needs and goals, her comprehension of what was within our means to accomplish, and her commitment to being a true partner devoted to our success. Sue operates with the perfect balance of listening to our ideas and sharing her expertise. Her follow-through on schedule, deliverables and budget was flawless. She was easy to work with and brought an extremely high level of professionalism to our project.”
Rachel Graham Evans
Deputy General Counsel
Mass. Department of Energy Resources
Sue's attention to detail and perception of her audience were always spot-on and enhanced our work immeasurably. With her guidance, leadership, and communication skills, our office was recognized many times over for achievement in the field of energy efficiency.
Missy Padoll
Director, Corporate Marketing and Communications
CRICO
Sue is an intelligent, enthusiastic, and fully-engaged professional. She contributes positive energy, innovative ideas, and a thoughtful approach to any work environment. During our professional association, she proved to be an excellent and supportive manager who offered the right balance of guidance and empowerment to help her staff achieve their highest potential.