Xanthus Consulting works with purpose-driven organizations to invigorate mission alignment and sustainability through facilitative leadership. Together, we focus on your vision to discover opportunities for alignment, engagement, and growth.

Patricia McCowan,
Founder & Owner

I believe not-for-profit organizations are essential to create a just and humane world. I delight in partnering with staff and volunteers who are realizing their passion and dreams through their work. That’s why I founded Xanthus Consulting in 2019.

I support your purpose-driven organization through leadership transition, succession planning, and board development. I bring knowledge gained through 30 years of nonprofit experience, a Master of NonProfit Leadership (MNPL) degree from Seattle University, a Certificate of Nonprofit Board Consulting from BoardSource, and Third Sector Company‘s Interim Executives Academy.

Pat McCowan, Founder & Owner of Xanthus Consulting
Pat McCowan, Founder & Owner of Xanthus Consulting

A Few of My Certifications

Board Chairs Academy from ThirdSector Company
Certificate of Nonprofit Board Consulting (CNBC) from BoardSource
Dare to Lead™ Trained from Brené Brown, Ph.D, MSW
Interim Executives Academy from ThirdSector Company