Our team of highly qualified collaborators are here to help bring your vision to a reality.

Dr. Kasey Hammock, MPA
Founder & Co-Conspirator
Kasey guides Partner for Better’s team and cultivates data-informed cultures for our clients. With a collaborative leadership approach and a dedication to capacity building, she delivers comprehensive evaluation, engaging facilitation, and strategic coaching, guiding organizations to maximize their impact.

Sarah Smith, MPA
Grants & Outcomes Expert
Sarah navigates the philanthropic landscape and develops sustainable grant strategy for our clients. With a highly practical approach and a dedication to each organization’s mission, she transforms ambitious program ideas into highly competitive grant submissions while proactively capturing the exact funding needed to drive impact.



Jessica Macy, BA
Growth & Teams Expert
Jessica champions strategic expansion and cultivates empowering workplace cultures for our clients. With a people-first mindset and a dedication to sustainable organizational growth, she transforms ambitious goals into clear, actionable development plans while proactively equipping teams with the tools to drive impact.

Katie Hernandez, MSW
Grants & Outcomes Expert
Katie dives deep into program data and secures vital funding for our clients. With a precise analytical mindset and a dedication to nonprofit success, she transforms complex evaluation data into clear, actionable insights while proactively identifying and pursuing opportunities that expand our clients’ impact.



Zoë Westhoff, MPA
Growth & Communication Strategist
Zoë amplifies Partner for Better’s community presence through targeted marketing and builds capacity for our clients with hands-on training and strategic planning. With a sharp eye for creative solutions and a collaborative approach to engagement, she equips our clients with the tools they need to navigate challenges and achieve long-term success.

Kate Nolte, BS
Operations Strategist
Kate plays a vital role in keeping Partner for Better’s daily operations and client projects running smoothly. Highly organized and detail-oriented, she works behind the scenes to create order so that everything stays on track.
