Abby is the founder and principal consultant of Innovate Work Consulting, bringing over 15 years of experience in workforce development, strategic planning, and organizational capacity building. She specializes in translating complex workforce systems into practical strategies that advance economic opportunity and strengthen communities.

Bridging Systems and Strategy

Abby's career has been defined by her ability to navigate the intersection of education, workforce, and economic development. As the former Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Colorado Workforce Development Council and followed by time with two national consulting groups, she developed deep expertise in regional talent strategies, cross-sector collaboration, and systems change initiatives. Her work spans state agencies, local workforce boards, industry coalitions, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations throughout Colorado and nationally.

Facilitation as a Catalyst for Change

Abby believes that effective facilitation is essential to sustainable change. She has designed and delivered hundreds of training sessions, strategic planning processes, and stakeholder convenings, from intimate leadership teams to multi-day regional summits with 100+ participants. Her facilitation approach emphasizes inclusive engagement, practical application, and actionable outcomes that respect diverse perspectives and build shared ownership.

Grounded in Colorado, Connected Nationally

Based in Loveland, Colorado, Abby has facilitated workforce development initiatives across all regions of the state, from the Front Range to the Western Slope, San Luis Valley to the Eastern Plains. She also brings a national perspective through consulting engagements across multiple states. This combination of deep Colorado roots and broader experience allows her to adapt best practices to local contexts while connecting clients to national innovations.