Executive Advisory for Mission-Driven Organizations

Krick Executive Advisory (KEA) partners with nonprofit organizations, foundations, and mission-aligned public-sector entities to strengthen leadership effectiveness, governance capacity, and financial sustainability.

KEA leverages deep executive leadership experience across nonprofit and public systems to provide practical, trusted advisory services to CEOs, executive teams, and boards. The core value proposition is to help organizations move from complexity and constraint to clarity, alignment, and sustainable impact.

At KEA, we are a mission-driven organization by developing courageous, effective leaders, engaged governing boards, and sustainable funding strategies that enable long-term community impact.

We envision a social sector where organizations are led by capable, values-driven executives, supported by high-performing boards, and resourced to advance meaningful, equitable outcomes.

About the Founder

Keenon Krick is an executive leader and advisor with decades of experience leading mission-driven organizations. As a longtime nonprofit CEO, he understands firsthand the complexity leaders face balancing governance, culture, funding, and community impact.

He founded Krick Executive Advisory to provide practical, trusted guidance to CEOs and boards seeking clarity, alignment, and sustainable growth.

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As an experienced CEO, Keenon has been responsible for: 200+ staff organizational leadership, $24M annual budget oversight, $100M+ in funding raised and managed, and advisor to executives, boards, and foundations.

How We Support Leaders and Boards

Helping CEOs and boards strengthen leadership, governance, and funding strategy so their organizations can achieve lasting community impact.

  • Coaching, leadership transitions, and decision-making support for CEOs and executive teams.

  • Board assessments, retreats, governance clarity, and CEO–board partnership alignment.

  • Sustainable funding strategies, major gifts planning, and board-led fundraising development.

Who We Work With

  • Nonprofit organizations with $2M–$30M budgets

  • New or transitioning CEOs and Executive Directors

  • Boards seeking stronger governance and accountability

  • Foundations investing in nonprofit capacity building

What Leaders Are Saying

  • “Keenon is an exceptional leader… balancing vision with execution in a way that inspires confidence… He has a unique ability to build meaningful relationships and align people around a shared purpose…”

    — Craig Orona, Founder@ Craig Orona Consulting

  • "Keenon has many standout qualities; organization, follow-through, and dedication to his work. What I appreciate most about Keenon is his enthusiasim for good work and his commitment to results."

    — Kate Trompetter, CEO @ Connect For

  • "Keenon is the embodiment of a 'go-getter'; enthusiastic, goal-oriented, and collaborative. He beleives all things are possible and is committed to seeing projects through successfully."

    — Jacob McDougal, MHA, Senior Director of Development @ University of Central Oklahoma

  • "I've had the pleasure to work with Keenon on multiple projects, and his intellect, thoughtfulness, and willingness to do what is necessary to make the projects succeed impresses me. For those building of developing a team that requires these skill sets, they should be thrilled to have Keenon working with them."

    Reggie Rucker, Director of Communications @ Institute for Local Self-Reliance

Why Organizations Work With Us

Why Leaders Work With KEA

Peer-Level Perspective Guidance from someone who has served as a nonprofit CEO.

Systems Thinking Leadership, governance, and funding treated as connected systems.

Practical Guidance Clear, actionable advice—not theoretical consulting frameworks.

Mission-Driven Partnership Work grounded in stewardship, integrity, and long-term impact.

  • CEO leadership coaching

  • Board governance assessments

  • Board retreat facilitation

  • CEO-board alignment work

  • Fundraising strategy development

  • Leadership transition support

Typical Engagements

The Brand & Vision

At KEA we work at the intersection of executive leadership, board effectiveness, and fundraising strategy—helping organizations align decisions, clarify roles, and act with confidence. Our approach is practical, disciplined, and grounded in real-world executive experience. We believe strong organizations are built when leaders are supported, boards are engaged, and strategy is aligned with capacity.

Leadership Thoughts to Consider

  • Why do Boards and CEOs lose alignment?

  • What do the 1st 90 days for a CEO look like?

  • Why does fundraising fail without governance?

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