
Meet Ellie Brown
Empowering organisations and leaders to enhance their impact through strategy, evidence and governance – ensuring outcomes are measurable, meaningful and lasting.
Who I Am
I’m an independent strategy and impact consultant with over a decade of experience helping organisations create meaningful, evidence-led change. My work brings together deep knowledge of the justice, education, arts and charity sectors with practical expertise in:
- Governance and leadership support
- Strategy and organisational development
- Evaluation and impact measurement
- Research and policy insight
My Experience & Background
Before launching my consultancy, I held senior roles including Chief Impact Officer, Head of Strategy and Performance, and Trustee of a grant-making foundation. These experiences shaped my belief that strong strategy and meaningful evaluation are inseparable – and that both work best when they’re collaborative, transparent and human.
My Approach
My work is guided by clarity, evidence and inclusion. I partner closely with clients to understand their context, identify what really matters, and design frameworks and strategies that strengthen learning, accountability and impact. Whether it’s developing a theory of change, embedding evaluation tools, or supporting boards and leadership teams, I focus on practical solutions that help organisations act with confidence and purpose.
At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to social justice – working alongside people and communities who are often overlooked or excluded, to ensure they are heard, included in shaping the solutions that affect them, and empowered to drive change themselves.
My consultancy exists to help organisations make informed decisions, build resilient cultures and maximise social impact – underpinned by integrity, transparency and care in all that I do.
Distinctive Strengths
Expert guidance, ethical leadership, and measurable impact for charities and funders.
At Ellie Brown Consulting, I combine deep sector expertise with a commitment to ethical and inclusive practice – helping organisations achieve clarity, confidence, and measurable impact. Below are the core strengths that set my consultancy apart, ensuring our work – together – delivers meaningful outcomes and lasting value.

Strategic Clarity
Developing tailored strategies that clarify direction, align teams, and drive sustainable success.
✓ Bespoke strategic planning & facilitation
✓ Alignment with mission, vision & values
✓ Focus on long-term learning & sustainability
Impact & Evaluation Expertise
Designing and embedding robust frameworks to dmonstrate, measure and strengthen the difference your work makes.
✓ Evidence-based evaluation methods & theory of change development
✓ Clear, accessible reporting for stakeholders
✓ Continuous learning & improvement focus


Research & Policy
Delivering high-quality, participatory and trauma-informed research that informs policy, amplifies lived experience and drives change.
✓ Mixed methods research & data collection tools
✓ Policy analysis & strategic insight
✓ Actionable recommendations
Leadership & Governance
Supporting ethical, confident and resilient leadership – strengthening boards, governance and decision-making cultures.
✓ Leadership development and coaching
✓ Board and trustee training and facilitation
✓ Embedding ethical and inclusive governance practice

Mission, Values, and Consulting Philosophy
My mission is to empower organisations, philanthropists and social impact leaders to achieve meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities they serve. I believe that effective strategy, robust evaluation, and principled governance are the foundations of lasting social change.
I prioritise partnership, learning, and evidence-based practice in every engagement, supporting clients to navigate complexity and maximise their contributions to society. Through trusted guidance and a focus on sustainable results, I help clients strengthen their purpose, demonstrate value, and lead with confidence.
Connect with Ellie Brown
Reach out today to discuss how tailored strategy, evaluation, and governance support can help your organisation achieve its goals.
