Transformation in Their Words
Every partnership begins with trust. Here’s how our partners describe working together to turn Strategic Intelligence into lasting impact:
Featured Partnership
“There were critical pieces we could not have done alone, including our Theory of Change, universal deck, and overall corporate positioning. Jyah helped us move from instinct and passion to clarity and structure, without losing the heart of our work.
When we brought Jyah and Everywhere Except on, we were both excited and overwhelmed. We had approved funding, a strong vision, and a very short runway to launch The Playback Fellowship. From the start, Jyah believed deeply in what we were building, and that belief gave us confidence that this could truly become real.
At the time, we needed help translating our vision and mission to a broad audience, developing the right materials and language for corporate partners, and having an expert in the room who could speak to our work at a high level and be respected by our partners. Jyah delivered on all of it.
Working with Jyah was structured, strategic, and deeply personal. She brought accountability, clarity, and confidence to our work. If another founder asked whether they should work with Jyah and her team, the answer would be simple. Yes. You need her. She is an expert."
— Chanel Auguste & LeBrandon Smith
Co-Founders, The Playback Fellowship
Strategic Clarity
From vision to executable strategy
“Jyah’s [Everywhere Except’s Founder] ability to produce a vision for the future of our impact strategy, world-class content, advice on resourcing to equip my team to run, and coaching was bar none. All this while being an absolute pleasure to work with - she is truly the kind of leader and advisor you see on your calendar and say a resounding "YES!" Without a doubt would recommend partnering with Jyah.”
— Chief People Officer, Tech
“She is a thought leader, strategic thinker, creative, excellent communicator, and demonstrated how we could tactfully take action on the delivered global plan. I highly recommend her.”
— Manager, Global Social Impact Programs, Tech
“Her ability to listen to the team and push us to get to the specifics of who we want to be, our agenda, and how it shows up in our work and positioning was absolutely critical.”
— CEO, Education
True Partnership
How we work together
“It is rare to find a partner that seamlessly joins the team, provides objective feedback and pivots as needed with a positive outlook and growth mindset—Jyah is that partner to us.
In the past year, Everywhere Except has helped us develop our positioning and strategy and bring it to market, both consumer-facing and behind the scenes. Their commitment to sustainability and social equity is incredible to work alongside and has inspired us all immensely.
Jyah is a partner to everyone on our team, developing strategy at the highest levels, analyzing learnings and implementing solutions towards all of our agreed upon goals. She has advised us on managing risk in the spaces that we enter and how to set ourselves up foundationally for longevity.
We would not be where we are today without Jyah’s expertise and guidance, we appreciate her contribution and look forward to growing together."
— CEO, Fashion
“Deeply engaged in her client's missions, Jyah [Everywhere Except’s Founder] brings strategic vision, creative acumen, impeccable taste, and unsurpassable integrity to her relationships and work product.”
— Director, Integrated Production, Creative Industries
Measurable Impact
From strategy to results
“We worked with Everywhere Except to outline brand-aligned social and environmental goals across every area of the business: supply chain mapping and optimization, business strategy, partnerships, philanthropy, and much more. Their research-based approach combined with her innovative ideas allows for brand differentiation and positive social and environmental impact. Jyah works tirelessly and diligently; she possesses an unwavering passion and commitment in all that she does, and is an invaluable thought partner and creative thinker.”
— CEO, Fashion
“This partnership was thoughtful and impactful — our largest fundraising and greatest visibility to date, in no small part due to the team’s efforts. What I enjoyed most about working with Jyah [Everywhere Except’s Founder] was that she brings creativity and a passionate eye toward the future to the table. Her work ethic is unmatched, and her thinking is always one step ahead.”
— Director, Development & Communications, Global Health