Positive social impact starts with you.

Organizations thrive when their people are supported.

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Our mission

We're a down-to-earth consulting company built on a simple premise: when your people are supported in wellbeing and accountability, your organization has a more restorative impact on society.

We partner with nonprofits and philanthropic organizations through workplace transformations, leadership development, and strategic planning.

Our values

We earn trust rather than demand it.
We listen to connect and dignify, not to speak.
We honor the strengths in others and the stories that it took to develop them.
We question assumptions and invite spaciousness into our learning process.
We challenge with care.
We practice accountability, individually and collectively.
We repair often - for the small and big mistakes in work and life.
We show up for one another and follow through on what we say.
We cultivate joy and make time to laugh together.
We value and protect the agency and voice of one another and ourselves as we navigate partnership together.
We think and design with systems in mind, while centering people at the heart of change.

Our offerings

Workplace Transformation

We partner with your organization to assess your alignment with restorative practices, redesign systems, shift culture, and equip your team with skills to thrive — from assessments to workshops on organizational harm repair, burnout, disability inclusion, and restorative workplaces.

Leadership Development

Navigate planned or unexpected leadership transitions, strengthen your board, and invest in strategy sessions for leaders at every level, from board chairs and executive directors to managers and emerging leaders. We ensure you are supported by our use of restorative practices.

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Strategic Planning

Develop a 3-year strategic plan that aligns your mission, programs, and people to better partner with your community for restorative change. From intensive engagements to ongoing advisory support, we take a participatory approach throughout.

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Meet our team

Jena Kitchen

FOUNDER
Kayla Ortiz

STRATEGY CONSULTANT
Miguel Petrosky

PHILANTHROPY ASSOCIATE
Savannah Potter

PHILANTHROPY ASSOCIATE
Mary Beth Meadows

PHILANTHROPY ASSOCIATE

Get to know us

Real stories, real results

Melinda Salazar, PhD

Executive Director, Truth Commission Collective
“Jena brought the art and science of reflective conversation, organizational learning, and systemic change to complex, community-based truth processes.
All this Jena brings to the work of community building and organization change along with sensitivities and sensibilities of healing, trauma-centered informed approaches.”
Leo Hylton

PhD Candidate — Restorative Abolitionist
“No matter how complex, nuanced, or layered the situation may be, Jena consistently brings an element of strong and gentle clarity. She supports team cohesion, encourages reflexive praxis, and engages in healing both inside and outside the team--all while being one of the most organized, time-effective and time-efficient people I know.”
Fritz Kling

Executive Director, Family Foundation
“The individual and customized attention along with accountability and integrity are why I value so much my relationship with Radiate.
Because of Radiate's involvement, we were able to divide up, delegate tasks and produce a work product that was accurate and replicable with the least amount of work. This efficiency and sustainability was very helpful for our philanthropic foundation as we are instilling and developing our infrastructure. “
Director of Neuroscience and Peacebuilding

Mary Hoch Foundation
“What sets Jena apart is her genuine commitment to understanding our organization’s unique challenges and crafting solutions that are tailored to our specific needs…
With Jena on board, we’ve not only seen improvements in our strategy, efficiency, and effectiveness, but also in our team dynamics.”
V Fixmer-Oraiz, AICP

CEO & Founder of Astig Planning (they/them)
“I had the honor of working with Jena as a collaborator while we supported the Iowa City Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Our team benefitted greatly from Jena’s keen insight and curiosity.
She often helped us navigate charged or challenging situations with deep compassion and a keen ability to redirect and align our efforts.”
Hannah Adamson

Program Manager: Horn of Africa, Think Peace
“Jena is uniquely able to translate ideas into tangible action plans that are attainable, harness existing organizational capacity, and maintain awareness of complex working environments.
Her creative, kind, and visionary leadership partnered with her skill in goal setting and action would be an incredible asset for any organization or project.”
Laura Webber

Independent Contractor, Mary Hoch Foundation
“[Jena’s] ability to balance strategic vision with incredible attention to detail equips her to accompany numerous facets of organizational engagement.
She extends great care and nuance to the creation of programs, and at the same time is highly adept at developing and strengthening operational processes.”