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Numbers don’t always paint A full picture, but Narrative tells A full story.
At the forefront of fair plans, quality interactions and ethical programs for our communities
InterMediate helps decision makers understand vulnerable communities, see their value and recognize their needs to find better, more ethical ways of doing things
institutions don't change, but people do
Transforming Old Systems By Helping Leaders Find Better Ways Of Doing Things
InterMediate, LLC’s is here to help any person or entity wanting to engage authentically and conduct analysis non-discriminately.
In 2014, InterMediate’s journey began to effect change by increasing responsible decision making within organizations even in difficult social, political and environmental circumstances.
In 2024, IM is known for standing up for community needs through accurate, culturally competent reporting. IM uplifts the voices of misunderstood groups too often subjected to unjust or partial assessments.
Ever mindful of regional politics, IM understands the importance of contextualizing shared histories with today’s realities.
People Are Counting On You
Expand Upon Your Greatest Resource: People.
Stakeholder connecting & Analysis
For persons seeking info and ethical engagement.
Need help building bridges? Want to humanize your data?
Context is everything.
Initiative, Program & Impact Assessment
For persons building and partnering for change.
Want to create an initiative? Need to modify a program? Taking corrective steps?
Long-term change is key.
Case studies & Reporting Activities
For persons informing on collaboration or process.
Is your time or expertise limited? Seeking credibility? Raising funds?
Each one, teach one.
Founder, CEO
Researcher, Consultant, Author, Podcast Host
Ashley Krejci-Shaw
Sustainable, Transformative change starts within
what's real change? You're looking at her. Ashley is challenging leaders to rethink Data, embrace grassroots collabs, and reassess what 'Moving forward' really means
a special kind of skillset
people who work with ashley say
We particularly appreciated the timeline for the deliverables and the thorough qualitative methods that were proposed since we were seeking an in-depth understanding of the context through which practices play out. Beyond providing insight about our organization's climate and practices, we also appreciated the plan for addressing the issues which included customized training based on the findings which would meet our organization's needs.
Ashley Brailsford, Ph.D.Our Joyful Learning, Founder/Curator 
I trust Ashley and Intermediate Planning and I know without a doubt that my needs and expectations will always be exceeded. I have witnessed Ashley finishing up a project, only to be approached about starting another project that may not necessarily be within her normal scope of a business, but she takes on the challenge and blows it out of the water.
Maura GantzCorporate Events Sales Manager Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center
It has been a pleasure working with Ashley and InterMediate, LLC. She is very professional and meticulous in her approach to the work we desired to have done. I highly recommend her to any business or organization that's ready to take your program or services to the next level.
Dorothea BerniqueExecutive Director Increasing H.O.P.E.
I trust Ashley and Intermediate Planning and I know without a doubt that my needs and expectations will always be exceeded. I have witnessed Ashley finishing up a project, only to be approached about starting another project that may not necessarily be within her normal scope of a business, but she takes on the challenge and blows it out of the water. I believe that speaks volumes about the kind of person she is; unafraid to face a challenge head-on and with an innate ability to read people, evaluate their needs and the situation, and mindfully and methodically come up with a solution, it has only led to the successes we see today. Thank you Intermediate Planning for making your clients feel like they are your only client. Thank you for truly understanding our needs and taking our business to the next level.
Maura GantzCorporate Events Sales Manager Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center
Solutions-oriented and visionary are the words that come to mind when I think about Ashley. I've had the pleasure of seeing Ashley in action as a methodical facilitator and qualitative researcher, as a diligent Board of Directors committee member, and as an effective trainer. Above all, I am always impressed with Ashley's ability to lead training and conversations that cover difficult social topics while informing participants on ways they can make a positive change!
Alexa R. Stephens, MSPP, MCRPDirector of Outreach - Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation
I most appreciated The open conversation, the authentic and relevant topics. I learned new terminology, useful strategies I can use with my scholars... on building relationships with scholars AND their families.
Teacher Resiliency Workshop ParticipantCharleston County School District
We very easily selected InterMediate, LLC to provide us with qualitative problem-solving that our decision makers could make sense of. Ashley accurately identified problems and shared them with our leadership team. At the same time, she presented creative and practical proposals to meet our challenges. This was our first experience in dealing with a consultant who could function effectively in the community development arena and do so with a clarity that was easily embraced by our leadership. Very measurable success has been achieved through our association with Ashley and InterMediate, LLC.
John A. ElliottJohn Elliott, Sr., CEO Emeritus of National Express
Based on my many years of conducting both qualitative and quantitative research and evaluations, and my direct experience collaborating with Ashley, I strongly endorse her level of expertise, her capabilities to plan and execute projects, and her insights on how best to apply qualitative problem solving techniques to improve practices and outcomes. If you're looking for a collaborative problem-solving partner to help you devise practical, effective solutions to your most challenging issue(s) that will lead to improved outcomes, you would do well to contact Ashley and to get InterMediate on your team.
Paul M. Butler-Nalin, Ph.D.Chief Executive and Founder Longitude Lane Consulting, LLC.
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why interMediate, LLC is a trusted Partner
InterMediate assisted [my previous] organization at a critical time in an evaluation process that informed our strategic direction in Education for a pivotal, three-year transition. Working with internal staff leaders in Education, Evaluation and Community Impact, Ashley shared her expertise through using a guided and cooperative approach to help staff meet short-term and long-term organizational goals. Ashley’s ability to draw out qualitative feedback from programmatic and organizational partners and then, share this information with a diverse group of stakeholders, including donors, was key to our success in messaging change. The reports, materials and presentations she created also ensured that volunteer leaders at every level had the information needed to make fact-based recommendations that assured strong relationships and a measured and thoughtful ‘sunset’ plan for service delivery.
Amanda Lawrence | Senior Director of Innovation, Partnership Excellence | StriveTogether
InterMediate, LLC is all about experiential learning and accurately reporting narratives of folks who are generous enough to share their experiences with me. My stakeholder analysis, partnership assessments and program evaluations are highly coveted because of my mastery of qualitative method.
Download free writings or click on a link or two to learn a little more about me, my advocacy for qualitative research and working within a sustainable development paradigm.
how can I support you and the people you care about?
Drop A line at ashley@intermediateplanning.com
