About Us

Gazelle Strategic Partners is a dedicated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consulting firm committed to fostering inclusive environments where all individuals feel valued and empowered.

Our mission is to help organizations navigate the complexities of DEI, driving transformative changes through tailored strategies and actionable insights.

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What We Offer

Assessment & Strategy Development

We enhance your organization’s agility by building resilience and adaptability.

Training & Workshops

Promote a continuous improvement mindset across all levels of the organization.

Policy & Process Review & Implementation

We help to streamline key operations to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce costs, and improve overall productivity. The result will be the Implementation of scalable systems and workflows that align with organizational goals.

Leadership
Development

Our leadership and coaching services strengthen leadership capacity by providing leaders with the skills to inspire and create effective teams.

Strategic
Planning

We help define and execute a clear, actionable strategic roadmap to achieve business objectives. Aligning organizational resources. Teams, and initiatives to ensure focus on progress towards key goals.

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Our Approach

At Gazelle we believe that diversity enriches organizations, and that equity is essential for sustainable success. Our data-driven approach combines best practices with innovative solutions, ensuring that our clients can achieve their DEI goals effectively.

We partner with you to create a culture of belonging, where every voice is heard, and every individual can thrive.

Why Choose Us?

With a team of experienced DEI professionals, we bring a wealth of knowledge and a passion for creating lasting change. Our commitment to continuous learning and improvement ensures that our methods remain relevant and effective in a constantly evolving landscape.

Join us in the journey towards a more inclusive future. Let’s work together to unlock the full potential of your organization through diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Our Team

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Linda Rappaport

managing partner

Linda serves as the Managing Partner of Gazelle Strategic Partners, LLC, a Strategic Planning Organization with a focus on Human Capital Strategic Planning. Her current work involves advising senior leaders on designing their Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives, all rooted in the principle of Dignity for all. In 2005, a documentary titled ‘Unlikely Friendships’ left a profound impact on Linda.

She not only met the producer and one of the individuals featured in the film but also facilitated workshop sessions around it after Gazelle Strategic Partners purchased the rights. Additionally, Linda has developed a comprehensive curriculum, collaborating with Dr. Donna Hicks, and using her Dignity Model as the cornerstone of her work. The Dignity Model is based on resolving conflict, which brough Linda into the role of an executive coach who collaborates with companies to help grow their leadership teams.

Linda grew up in the intercity of Detroit in the 1960s, in a beautiful neighborhood. Linda and many of her friends were first born Americans and came from many countries and spoke multiple languages. Linda’s life was full of cultural Diversity and strong family values. Her neighborhood was redistricted, and she, along with her friends, were bussed to an affluent all-white school, where, for the first time in their lives, they faced antisemitism and racism. They could not participate in activities and various events and were excluded from “clubs” and organizations. Linda turned her anger and frustration into what she hoped would be a life passion and became an educator. She felt then, as she continues to feel, that education and awareness are the answer to changing the world. Linda began her career as a special needs educator, consistently fighting for the rights of children.

However, a pivotal moment in her career led Linda to a path in business, without ever abandoning her passion for diversity. She met a young entrepreneur with a dream of growing a national advertising business. Linda accepted the position with a clear understanding that she would build a diverse organization and focus on helping organizations open their doors and minds to inclusion. Despite her lack of knowledge about the advertising industry, her solid base in marketing and healthcare piqued her interest. Linda joined JWG Associates in 1988 and under her leadership, the business grew from one office to fifteen locations across North America, generating over $ 150 million in revenue. Her commitment to diversity and inclusion was evident in the organization’s transformation into New England’s 5th Largest Advertising Agency. JWG was later sold in 2001 to TMP Worldwide/Monster Worldwide, a testament to Linda’s dedication to her work.

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Brian Moody

consultant

Meet Brian, an accomplished and performance-driven executive with a proven track record in healthcare operations management. With extensive experience in Lean process improvement, effective change management, and team-based coaching, Brian guides organizations toward strategic growth while prioritizing an exceptional customer experience.

At the heart of Brian’s philosophy is a simple yet powerful belief: effective teams produce efficient results. By fostering shared values and aligning teams with purposeful ways of being, Brian has consistently driven meaningful outcomes, including increased employee engagement, streamlined processes, and improved customer satisfaction.

Brian’s servant leadership style sets him apart. Recognized as a trusted partner who leads by example, he empowers individuals and teams to perform at their best. Whether navigating complex operational challenges or building consensus around a strategic vision, Brian brings clarity, focus, and a collaborative approach to every initiative.

If your organization is struggling with:

  • Operational inefficiencies that hinder productivity
  • Leadership misalignment creating disconnects in direction and execution
  • Unclear strategic priorities that stall growth
  • Low employee engagement affecting morale and retention; or
  • Declining customer satisfaction impacting your bottom line

Brian offers tailored solutions to transform your business. Through strategic coaching, operational expertise, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, he partners with organizations to achieve sustainable results and lasting success.

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Shannon Giles

editor

Shannon holds a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a concentration in Political Science. She began her career in advertising at an entry level and worked up to being a Regional Vice-President over two offices in the Northwest. After some time off to raise her two boys, she spent six years in the non-profit sector working for international organization Rise Against Hunger (formerly Stop Hunger Now) and the American Cancer Society.

She now brings 25 years of corporate experience to Gazelle as a writer and editor, helping to develop brand awareness and create dynamic, impactful messaging.

Specialties: Blogging, copywriting, editing, email, social media, human resource communications, B2B, website content creation, proofreading.

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Beverley Delay

Web Designer

With a smile and good humor, Beverley has designed and developed multiple WordPress websites over the last 14 years. The key to her success is in her listening skills. Beverley really “listens” to her clients, gently guiding them and supporting them through the whole design and development process. From company name choice, company logo design, hosting provider selection, to the actual website development in WordPress. A-Z Website Branding!

What is more, Beverley will train you on how to update your site yourself. Some of the adjectives used to describe Beverley by her clients are “kind”, “responsive”, “patient”, “creative”, “organized”, “genuine”, “rigorous”, “tenacious”, “positive”, “efficient”…

Specialties: Website Development, Logo Design, SEO Installation, Print Design…