about us
our story
Public Good Consulting emerged from years of work in strategic management and financial planning with government and nonprofit institutions. Twenty years of experience work inside and alongside the public sector enhanced by graduate studies in policy analysis and a deep commitment to improving efficiencies, economic opportunities, use of open data and research tools have defined our deep knowledge and approach to making the public sector work better for all.
founder & principal
Tricia Davies is a strategic advisor and senior leader with 20+ years’ experience driving program management, strategic planning, policy analysis and operational effectiveness for nonprofits, government agencies, and philanthropic initiatives. Expertise in cross-functional collaboration, workflow design, performance measurement, impact evaluation and financial management in support of sustainable mission-driven programs and organizations.
Her earlier leadership roles in New York City government and at KPMG deepened her expertise in budgeting, procurement, operations, and cross-agency coordination. She also served as chief of staff for a supportive-housing nonprofit, where she oversaw HR functions, strengthened internal systems, implemented performance measurement tools, and supported organizational culture and growth.
Tricia’s academic appointments at Columbia University, NYU Wagner, and NYU Tandon reflect her commitment to developing the next generation of public-sector and social-impact leaders through project-based teaching and mentorship. She holds an MPA from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Her career is defined by analytical rigor, collaborative leadership, and a consistent ability to help mission-driven organizations make smarter, more strategic decisions.
our collaborators
We can’t do this work alone. Since our beginnings in 2004, we have collaborated with other experts and technical specialists to add the right resources to projects. This keeps us flexible, adding technical skills with data, technology, participatory research and analysis.
This just-in-time consulting approach allows us to add direct value to our clients cost effectively. We are able to assemble a team of consultants as needed while continually building out our capabilities to meet changing environments and technology innovations.
In addition to the organizations listed here, we hire consultants who have completed or are working towards graduate degrees in public policy, administration, health, data science, or social research.
North Arrow, a unique mapping and data studio, guides nonprofits on the journey to becoming data-driven. They specialize in creating interactive maps and geospatial dashboards that help changemakers amplify their impact through improved strategies and programs, increased fundraising and community leadership –all powered by strong and reliable data.
Public Good Consulting has been partnering with Columbia University’s Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences Master’s program since 2017. This highly competitive academic program provides students with rigorous training in quantitative research. Our partnership has enabled us to bring on highly skilled current and recent graduates as project consultants as well as access the expertise of faculty.
Pockets Change is an award-winning nonprofit that builds multigenerational financial well-being by teaching financial literacy to youth, families, and educators through Hip Hop pedagogy and neuroscience.
Our belief in their mission inspired us to invite them to partner with us on a competitive NYC DOE MTAC contract, which we were awarded in 2021.