About
Founded in 2012 and undertaking a strategic relaunch in 2026, Rejoice Consulting is a one-woman strategy and nonprofit consulting powerhouse led by Sarah R. Brown. With two decades of experience guiding mission-driven organizations through growth and change, Sarah helps leaders turn vision into action through data-informed strategy, rigorous research, and impactful messaging. As a scholar-practitioner, she bridges the gap between academic theory and field application, ensuring that social sector strategy is grounded in both lived experience and evidence-based insight.
“Her profound grasp on the realities faced by organizational leaders on the ground from her years in the charitable workforce is a particularly unique value that Sarah brings to the table.” — Senior Lecturer in Organization Studies
Grounded in the belief that lasting social impact begins with clear strategy and measurable outcomes, Sarah partners with organizations to align people, processes, and resources toward shared goals. Her approach blends thoughtful analysis with practical implementation — helping clients use both data and proven frameworks to tell their stories, strengthen decision-making, and drive meaningful results.
“Sarah is a stand-out. She is extremely intelligent, hard working, thorough, thoughtful, and inquisitive. Her work consistently exceeds expectations. I highly recommend her.”
— Executive Vice President, Philanthropic Foundation
Known for her clarity, empathy, and big-picture thinking, Sarah brings both heart and precision to her work. In addition to nonprofit strategy and consulting, she also offers editing and communication services that elevate ideas into compelling narratives. Through targeted copyediting and story refinement, she helps writers and organizations convey their messages with confidence, accuracy, and authenticity.
“Sarah is one of those rare individuals whose calm assurance and easygoing manner creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence in her ability to get the job done.” — Human Resources Manager, Engineering & Environmental Services
Sarah holds a Master of Science in Business and Management (with distinction) from Northumbria University (Newcastle upon Tyne, UK), a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and Certificates in Leadership and Communication from Harvard University and Executive Leadership from Babson College. Combined with undergraduate studies in Arts Management at Goddard College and Art History at Columbia College Chicago, this unique synthesis allows Sarah to act as a strategic bridge for the social sector. Currently expanding her portfolio through academic research and lecturing, she translates complex executive and theoretical frameworks into actionable impact, empowering mission-driven leaders to navigate systemic challenges with a rare blend of clarity and empathy.
“Sarah excels in applying research skills to both her academic and professional work… demonstrating a nuanced ability to analyse core theoretical concepts and management theories.” — Associate Professor, Newcastle Business School
Featured Research
Private Sector Tools for Social Missions: How Nonprofit Leaders Adapt Management Frameworks in Practice
Currently under peer review with Voluntas: International Journal of Voluntary and Nonprofit Organizations.
In collaboration with research partners in the UK and US, Sarah co-authored this study exploring how nonprofit leaders translate private sector management frameworks (PSMFs) into a social mission context. The research reveals how intentional leaders rework commercial logic to fit functional nonprofit needs, bridging the dual demands for efficiency and social impact. This ongoing work ensures that Rejoice Consulting’s strategies are grounded in the most current evidence-based insights.