Strategic Perspective for Leaders Doing Meaningful Work

Business Owner • Advisor • Community Leader
Mike Urgo provides strategic advisory and speaking support to leaders, organizations, and communities working to create positive change.
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How I Work

I work as a trusted advisor, coach, and sounding board for leaders who are navigating complexity, transition, or growth. Rather than focusing on one-off deliverables, my approach centers on helping people think clearly, make better decisions, and lead with confidence.

My work often includes strategic advising, leadership coaching, organizational insight, and steady support for nonprofit executives, civic leaders, and elected officials. I bring an outside perspective grounded in real-world experience, with a focus on practical solutions, good judgment, and long-term impact.

Executive and nonprofit leadership advising

Strategic guidance for executive and nonprofit leaders navigating complexity, decision-making, and long-term organizational impact.

Organizational clarity, structure, and transition support

Helping organizations clarify roles, align structures, and manage leadership or operational transitions with confidence.

Coalition building and organizing strategy

Designing collaborative strategies that unite stakeholders, build trust, and mobilize effective coalitions around shared goals.

Democracy reform and civic engagement strategy

Advising initiatives that strengthen democratic systems, expand participation, and advance reforms at local and state levels.

Coaching and mentoring for elected officials

Personalized coaching for elected leaders focused on decision-making, leadership presence, and navigating public responsibility.

Interim Executive Leadership & Strategic Transition Support

Providing hands-on interim leadership to keep teams aligned, maintain momentum, and guide organizations confidently through transition.

Advisory Engagement Options

Clarity Session

$500
A focused strategy conversation to help leaders work through an important challenge or decision.

Format: 90-minute virtual session
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  • Nonprofit leadership and strategy
  • Organizational growth or transitions
  • Advocacy and coalition building
  • leadership transitions

Short-Term Strategic Advisory

$2,000/mo
Ongoing strategic perspective during periods of growth or decision-making

Duration: 2–3 month advisory relationship.
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  • Two strategy calls per month
  • Email check-ins between sessions
  • Strategic guidance and perspective
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Organizational Advisor

Investment
$5,000 – $15,000 depending on scope
Strategic advisor role for organizations during key transitions or growth.
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  • Leadership strategy sessions
  • Executive team discussions
  • Board advisory support

Speaking & Keynotes

Mike is available for keynote presentations, panel discussions, and moderated conversations focused on leadership, civic engagement, and mission-driven organizations.

Speaking Fees:

1. Local nonprofit events: $750 – $1,500

2. Regional conferences: $2,500 – $5,000

3. Keynote presentations: $5,000+

Note: Fee flexibility available for mission-aligned nonprofits.

  • Leadership in public service
  • Building nonprofit organizations
  • Coalition building
  • Community resilience
  • Sustainable advocacy
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Who I Work With

I work with mission-driven organizations and individuals who value thoughtful leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving. Many of my clients are nonprofit leaders, board members, elected officials, and emerging leaders who want trusted guidance as they take on new responsibilities or navigate challenging moments.

Clients often seek me out for perspective, judgment, and ideas rather than tactical execution, and value having a steady, experienced partner they can rely on.

Engagements are flexible and relationship-based. I typically work in an advisory, coaching, or mentoring capacity, either on a retainer basis or through structured check-ins over a defined period of time. My goal is to be helpful, accessible, and aligned with each client’s needs.

Advisory, Coaching & Strategic Leadership Work

Mike works with mission-driven organizations, coalitions, and public leaders who are seeking experienced perspective, steady guidance, and practical wisdom. His work today is primarily advisory and coaching focused, helping leaders think clearly, navigate complexity, and build confidence during periods of transition or growth.

Clients engage Mike for his ability to listen, synthesize ideas, ask the right questions, and offer grounded, real-world insight shaped by experience across nonprofit leadership, public service, advocacy, and organizational management. This includes advising nonprofit executives, supporting organizational organizing efforts, and serving as a coach or mentor to elected officials who want trusted support as they lead.
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Mike partnered with The WorkPlace to design and facilitate workforce development programming for individuals experiencing long-term unemployment. His work combined structured training with coaching and encouragement, helping participants rebuild confidence, strengthen job readiness, and develop the professional skills needed to successfully re-enter the workforce.

The WorkPlace, Inc.

Strategic Advisory, Ballot Line Strategy & Endorsement Process

Mike served as Executive Director of Serve America Movement during a period of organizational transition that later evolved into Reform Alliance Movement. His work focused on coalition building, volunteer engagement, and advancing democracy reform initiatives including ranked choice voting, open primaries, and term limits. As the organization’s direction shifted, this work naturally pivoted into a more focused, state-based effort in Connecticut.

Serve America Movement (SAM) → (RAM)

Executive Leadership & Democracy Reform Strategy

Building on his democracy reform work, Mike redirected his efforts into Griebel Frank for Connecticut, where the organization held an active ballot line. He helped guide strategy, advised leadership, and led interviews with gubernatorial candidates. The organization ultimately endorsed Governor Ned Lamont based on his enthusiastic support for ranked choice voting, reflecting a pragmatic and values-driven approach to reform.

Griebel Frank for Connecticut

Strategic Advisory, Ballot Line Strategy & Endorsement Process

Mike began his relationship with CTLCV as a consultant, serving as Managing Director during a period of growth and change. He helped bring operational clarity to the organization by strengthening internal systems, supporting staff expansion, and improving management practices. This work laid the foundation for CTLCV’s continued effectiveness and later expanded into senior executive leadership.

Connecticut League of Conservation Voters

Managing Director (Consulting) | Organizational Development

Providing strategic advisory support to advance state-level climate accountability efforts. Work includes helping design and activate multi-state campaigns, advising on stakeholder engagement and messaging, and serving as a senior in-state partner to coordinate strategy, relationships, and execution during key campaign sprints.

Center for Climate Integrity (CCI)

What Clients & Colleagues Say

Don't just listen to us; hear what a few of our Clients & Colleagues had to say about their experience

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“Mike’s leadership and organizational skills are outstanding. He helped grow our organization centered around promoting good governance, elevating problem-solving in public servants, and creating more competition in our elections. His ability to empower and inspire volunteers is impressive. Mike is a passionate and effective leader.”

Monte Frank - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Serve America Movement & Griebel Frank for Connecticut

“I had Mike as a trainer for five weeks in a state-sponsored program to sharpen the job-hunting skills of a class of 25. We were the inaugural class. Mike’s leadership skills were formidable, supported by a rigorous speaking style and a strong personal presence that held the attention of the class. I would recommend him for roles in group training and group leadership.”

David Brussat - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I had the opportunity to participate in a six-week professional development program facilitated by Mike. He was well-versed in the training materials and consistently added thoughtful ideas and content that helped me significantly improve my skills and expand my knowledge.”

Lawrence Rich, PhD - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Mike played a critical role in strengthening CTLCV during a period of growth and change. His leadership, organizational insight, and ability to build effective systems helped position the organization for long-term success. He brought clarity, steadiness, and a collaborative approach that made a real difference.”

Joe McGee - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Acting CEO and Board Chair, Connecticut League of Conservation Voters