“Ratner Montessori School has been blessed to work with Maria!! She has helped us to develop a clear vision and plan for our development efforts working from the ground up. Maria is a people person, analyzes the data and focuses on the important details. She takes the time to get to know you and your organization, and helps you design a comprehensive program that fits your mission. You won’t find a better person to guide you to a bright future!!!”

“Maria (DeRyke) is a natural optimist. She sees opportunity in every challenge, navigates hurdles with ease, and soothes anxiety with empathy. She thinks like a strategist and executes like a diplomat. Maria’s decades long experience with non-profit organizations lends itself to a comprehensive approach to strategic development, one that recognizes the value of relationships, the insights of context, and power of sequencing to achieve maximum results. Maria is the quintessential consultant to effect transformational change. ”

“I had the pleasure of meeting Maria as I was interviewing for my current position, 5 years ago. I have continued to partner with her and highly recommend her services. She has created larger fundraising plans and broken them down into manageable tasks. She gives excellent advice and she has been a wonderful resource as we’ve taken on special projects. Maria is a talented professional and would be an asset to any team. ”