Holistic Support for Leadership Success

Our Mission

We believe every nonprofit deserves exceptional leadership that reflects the communities they serve. Cultura Leadership Consulting partners with mission-driven organizations to navigate leadership transitions thoughtfully and strategically, ensuring your next chapter is your strongest yet. Through our holistic approach to executive search and transition management, we help you build resilient, inclusive teams that drive lasting social impact.

Who We Help

We partner with mission-driven organizations ready to embrace transformational leadership change. Our expertise serves:

Nonprofit Organizations

From grassroots organizations to established institutions, we guide nonprofits through critical leadership transitions while honoring their unique culture and mission. Whether you're seeking an Executive Director, CEO, or senior leadership team member, we understand the distinct challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector

Social Service Organizations

From community health centers to family services agencies, we help organizations find leaders who understand the complexities of delivering vital community support

Educational Nonprofits

Whether you're focused on early childhood education or adult learning, we identify leaders who can innovate while honoring your educational mission

Arts & Cultural Institutions

We connect cultural organizations with visionary leaders who can balance artistic excellence with sustainable operations

Advocacy Organizations

We place leaders who can amplify your voice and advance your cause while building strong coalitions

Foundations

We help philanthropic organizations identify leaders who can maximize impact while fostering collaborative relationships with grantees

Who We Help

We partner with mission-driven organizations ready to embrace transformational leadership change. Our expertise serves:

Nonprofit Organizations

From grassroots organizations to established institutions, we guide nonprofits through critical leadership transitions while honoring their unique culture and mission. Whether you're seeking an Executive Director, CEO, or senior leadership team member, we understand the distinct challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector

Social Service Organizations:

From community health centers to family services agencies, we help organizations find leaders who understand the complexities of delivering vital community support

Educational Nonprofits

Whether you're focused on early childhood education or adult learning, we identify leaders who can innovate while honoring your educational mission

Arts & Cultural Institutions

We connect cultural organizations with visionary leaders who can balance artistic excellence with sustainable operations

Advocacy Organizations

We place leaders who can amplify your voice and advance your cause while building strong coalitions

Foundations

We help philanthropic organizations identify leaders who can maximize impact while fostering collaborative relationships with grantees

Why Cultura?

At the intersection of strategic planning and cultural alignment, we deliver more than just executive search services. Our deep understanding of the nonprofit landscape allows us to identify leaders who don't just fill positions—they transform organizations. We specialize in:

Leadership Transition Planning

Navigate change with confidence through our comprehensive transition strategies that maintain momentum while building new capabilities

Executive Search & Placement:

Access our network of diverse, values-driven leaders who bring fresh perspectives and proven track records of mission-
focused success

Organizational Assessments

Gain clarity on your cultural and operational needs with our in-depth analysis that ensures perfect alignment between leadership and vision

Onboarding & Leadership Coaching

Set your new leaders up for success with tailored support that extends well beyond placement

Our Approach

What sets us apart is our commitment to understanding your organization's unique DNA. We dig deep to grasp your mission, values, and challenges, crafting customized solutions that:

Partner With Us

Ready to transform your organization's leadership? Let's collaborate to build a stronger, more inclusive team that reflects your mission and the communities you serve. Together, we'll create lasting change through exceptional leadership.

Culturally Responsive Services

At Cultura, we understand that effective leadership transitions require deep cultural understanding and intentional inclusion. Our culturally responsive approach means:

Cultural Competency

We bring deep understanding of diverse cultural contexts and experiences to every engagement, ensuring culturally appropriate practices throughout the search process.

Inclusive Search Strategies

Our methods actively dismantle traditional barriers and engage diverse candidate pools to promote equitable access to leadership opportunities.

Community-Informed Process

We facilitate meaningful stakeholder engagement that centers community voices and lived experiences.
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Partner With Us

Ready to transform your organization's leadership? Let's collaborate to build a stronger, more inclusive team that reflects your mission and the communities you serve. Together, we'll create lasting change through exceptional leadership.

Leadership Team

Sonya Ulibarri

Chief Equity and Leadership Transition Strategist

Sonya Ulibarri is a seasoned nonprofit executive and transformative leader with over 20 years of experience in organizational development, executive leadership, and strategic change management. As President & CEO of Girls Inc. of Metro Denver, she led an organization serving 2,500 girls annually, demonstrating her ability to scale impact while maintaining programmatic excellence and organizational health. Her expertise in fundraising and financial stewardship has consistently driven sustainable growth and operational stability across multiple organizations.

Marisol Solarte-Erlacher, M.A., LPC  

Chief Wellness & Organizational Development Strategist

Marisol Solarte-Erlacher is an accomplished organizational strategist and trauma-informed leadership expert with over 20 years of experience guiding institutions through transformational change. Her unique blend of clinical expertise, strategic planning capabilities, and focus on resilience enables her to help organizations build sustainable leadership cultures that prioritize both mission impact and staff wellbeing.