Innovative Change Consulting Group, LLC provides evidence-based, innovative, and solutions-focused professional management consulting services to organizations. We strive to build and elevate organizations to become sustainable within their communities.
At Innovative Change Consulting Group, LLC (ICCG), we believe that transformative change begins with courageous conversations and knowledge-sharing. Our Founder & CEO, Chelesa S. Holden, LMSW, is a dynamic speaker, facilitator, and equity-centered leader whose expertise bridges the worlds of higher education, social work, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement.
With over a decade of experience in strategic planning, social impact consulting, research, grant writing, youth development, and organizational capacity building, Chelesa brings a powerful blend of academic depth, practical insight, and lived experience to every audience she engages.
Keynote Presentations
Thought-provoking and motivational presentations tailored to conferences, summits, campus events, youth programs, and organizational gatherings. Keynotes focus on advancing equity, strengthening institutions, and inspiring collective action.
Workshops & Trainings
Interactive, research-based workshops that equip participants with tools and strategies for organizational growth, leadership development, and social justice-aligned practice.
Panel Discussions
Chelesa contributes rich insight and cross-sector expertise to panels exploring topics related to education, equity, nonprofit sustainability, youth wellness, and systems change.
Fireside Chats & Moderated Conversations
Engaging, conversational-style discussions that allow audiences to explore complex issues in accessible and meaningful ways.
ICCG offers customizable sessions in the following areas:
Higher Education Leadership & Equity
Supporting Black faculty, staff, and students
Institutional policy and systemic barriers
Equity, belonging, and the student experience
Transformational leadership in academic spaces
Nonprofit Sustainability & Organizational Leadership
Strategic planning for mission-driven organizations
Board governance & leadership accountability
Building sustainable organizational infrastructure
Grant writing, resource development & impact storytelling
Social Justice, Community Engagement & Well-Being
Trauma-informed program development
Community-based approaches to violence prevention
Holistic wellness & mental health support for students
Culturally responsive and equity-centered practice
Research, Evaluation & Impact Reporting
Turning data into stories
Program evaluation for community organizations
Measuring what matters: equity-informed metrics
Building a culture of continuous improvement
Custom topics and tailored content are available based on organizational needs.
Engaging & Authentic Delivery
Chelesa brings warmth, relatability, and clarity to complex topics, making every audience feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Cross-Sector Expertise
Her unique blend of experiences across social work, higher education, nonprofit leadership, and research allows her to speak to diverse audiences with authority and depth.
Equity-Centered Perspective
Every session is rooted in justice, cultural humility, and a deep-commitment to community well-being.
Practical & Actionable
Attendees walk away not just inspired, but equipped with strategies they can implement immediately.
ICCG provides speaking engagements for:
Conferences & summits
Campus programs & academic events
Nonprofit trainings & retreats
Youth-serving organizations
Community forums & town halls
Corporate and philanthropic partners
Professional development workshops
Let’s co-create an experience that inspires learning, builds capacity, and drives meaningful change.