Knowledge to Practice

At K2P, we partner with organizations across sectors to help build stronger, more resilient communities. Our work bridges education, workforce, healthcare, and economic development — delivering actionable strategies, programs, and partnerships that drive economic mobility, workforce sustainability, and community wellbeing.

We understand each sector’s unique challenges and opportunities. That’s why our services are tailored to the organizations we serve.

Our Expertise

We partner with higher education institutions, workforce organizations, healthcare systems, nonprofits, government, and employers to advance strategies that strengthen communities and drive long-term success. Our work lives at the intersection of workforce, education, healthcare, and economic development — helping our clients move from vision to execution.

Our expertise includes:

Workforce Development Strategy & Program Design
Higher Education Advancement, Innovation & Engagement
Secondary Education & Career Pathway Models
Lifelong Learning & Credentialing Innovation
Community Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
Economic Development & Cross-Sector Partnerships
Organizational Strategy & Change Leadership

We help our partners envision the future they want to create — and build the strategies, programs, and partnerships required to make it a reality.

Our Engagement Model

We don’t just advise — we deliver.

At K2P, we roll up our sleeves and work alongside your leadership team to move from vision to execution. Our engagement model is built on partnership, accountability, and outcomes. We design and deliver strategies with clear milestones, practical solutions, and measurable impact — ensuring our work accelerates progress and strengthens the economic foundation of your community.

Whether the challenge is workforce readiness, employer engagement, education alignment, healthcare access, or cross-sector collaboration, we come in as embedded partners to lead, build, and operationalize initiatives that drive sustainable growth.

How we work:

Embedded Leadership: We step in as an extension of your leadership team, providing strategic direction, operational expertise, and hands-on management to move critical initiatives forward.

Focused Engagements: We lead defined projects with clear deliverables, timelines, and success metrics tied to your goals for economic growth, workforce sustainability, and community wellbeing.

Collaborative Partnership: We work across sectors — education, employers, healthcare, government, and nonprofits — bringing people together to build shared solutions that last.

Practical Results: We deliver actionable strategies, programs, and partnerships that address today’s challenges and build a foundation for future success.

Outcome-Driven. Practical. Built to Last.

We measure our success by the progress we help you achieve:

Stronger economies
Resilient workforces
Healthier communities.

Services

Testimonials

I had the pleasure of collaborating with Mary in her role as a healthcare expert, and I was thoroughly impressed by her exceptional knowledge, unwavering dedication, and utmost professionalism. Mary possesses an extensive understanding of the intricacies of the US healthcare system, which, combined with her vast network of industry contacts, enables her to provide invaluable insights and strategic advice.

Throughout our engagement, Mary consistently demonstrated a keen ability to navigate complex challenges and offer innovative ideas. Her expertise spans a wide range of healthcare topics.

Mary's ability to distill complex information into actionable recommendations is truly remarkable.

What sets Mary apart is her genuine passion for healthcare and her commitment to driving positive change within the industry. She is always available to lend her support and guidance, going above and beyond to ensure the success of the projects she is involved in. Her collaborative nature and excellent communication skills make her an invaluable asset to any team.

I would wholeheartedly recommend Mary to anyone seeking a highly-skilled, knowledgeable, and dedicated healthcare expert. Her contributions have been instrumental in achieving our goals, and I look forward to the opportunity to work with her again in the future. Mary is a true leader in her field, and her expertise is an invaluable resource for any organization looking to navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape.

-Mohamed Hidri

Monitor Deloitte,

Dubai, United Emirates.

I had the opportunity to work with Mary Ellen in her role as a Fractional Chief Product Officer for Archer Review. She brought forward an end to end plan for our expansion into professional development, team, user centric design, process, and budget for an EdTech product launch.

She excels in recruiting top-tier faculty and integrating them into academic projects, ensuring that each collaboration adds real value. Mary Ellen has a strong track record in designing education products that focus on adult learners.

Her ability to understand the needs of this demographic and create user-centric solutions is impressive. She kept the project on time and on budget and is able to consistently lead projects to successful outcomes, making her a key contributor to any team.

-Karthik Koduru, CEO

Archer Review,

Dallas, Tx.