About Us
Arboreta Group, LLC is a San Diego based consulting firm focused on strengthening organizations and extending their capacity to do good work for the betterment of communities nationwide through a variety of tailored professional services. We do more than consult, we work side-by-side and partner with organizations across all sectors: public, nonprofit, and business.
Since 2015, our diverse team of passionate and committed practitioners has pooled our prior decades of experience to increase our collective impact in supporting organizations that strive to make their communities healthier, safer, and more equitable places. From training development and evaluation to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Services, San Ysidro, CA to Maryland, our work demonstrates our deep understanding of the needs of our clients and the communities they serve!
Our Mission
Arboreta’s mission is to strengthen the capacity of organizations doing good by combining authentic partnerships and practical tools to achieve measurable results.
Meet Our Team
Our diversity is our strength. Each partner has a unique set of skills, strengths, personalities, and life experiences. We value that diversity within our team and among the organizations and communities we serve. Check out our bios to find out more about what makes each of us unique and, together, a powerful team for our clients.
Janedra Sykes
Partner
Cristina Sanchez-Kerr
Partner
Jessie Towne-Cardenas
Partner
Jaime Sykes-Summerville
PartnerOur Services
Our passion is supporting thriving communities by strengthening organizations in the public, nonprofit, and business sectors. We customize our scope of work to each organizations’ strengths to take their existing capacity further by contributing our skills and expertise. Below are some of the ways we can support your organizations’ good work.
Training and Facilitation
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Services
Curriculum Development
Board Development
Strategic Planning
Organizational Assessment and Development
Program Design
Evaluation
Fund Development
Event Management
Community Outreach and Engagement
Grant Writing
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Our Grove
No matter the sector or service, our client relationships are built from a foundation of authentic partnerships. Our focus on mutual benefit based on trust and transparency makes for happy clients AND a happy partnership.
Client Testimonials
“Bayside appreciated the most about working with Arboreta Group was their personal connection. Anytime Bayside needed guidance, technical assistance, and/or long-term planning, there was always someone from Arboreta Group available to support. The partnership was more than a transaction; it was a collaborative effort to engage and empower the community in meaningful ways.”
“Very personalized down to earth experience.”
“We partnered with Arboreta Group for a community needs assessment and I really enjoy how thorough Arboreta Group is. They provide excellent leadership, guidance, and partnership.”
“Arboreta Group’s Jessie Towne-Cardenas provides expert training and technical assistance to our member agencies. Her vision and strong relationships have strengthened the capacity of rape crisis centers to provide primary prevention in their communities.”
“Arboreta has helped us tremendously with board development, fine tuning our messaging and branding, marketing and fundraising.”
“I feel that our board has become stronger, more engaged, and more cohesive. We have started to build a strong foundation for board development that gives me great hope for future generations of this organization. Janedra was very responsive to e-mails and kept me on track when I would forget to check in or follow up with our board on tasks she encouraged me to pursue. I am very grateful for the direction and structure Arboreta gifted on a personal and institutional level.”
“The team is personable, relatable, and wise. They have helped me to expand my view of what the possibilities are for real projects related to Policy, Systems, and Environment changes.”
“I love the focus on capacity-building for non-profits that Arboreta provides. Cristina has been so supportive and offers all the resources the Arboreta group has to help our organization. Also, their help administering the Resident Leadership Academy with our youth has made a significant impact developing young leaders in City Heights and Southeastern San Diego.”
“I admire how intentional, personal, and dedicated Arboreta Group is to my business! I benefited with a lot of business from my website that was created by Jaime Sykes Summerville. She is truly phenomenal.”
“Arboreta’s Leadership Development Training provided our team with strong content and space to share, process, and learn together. The staff are exceptionally skilled facilitators and knowledgeable leaders.”
“Arboreta Group was professional, patient, and thorough. I believe a lot of organizations benefitted from this workshop.”
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Contact Us
Whether you’re a small business or grassroots organization, a big nonprofit or a government entity, we can help you meet your goals and increase your impact.
Email
info@arboretagroup.com
Phone
(619) 981-7620
Address
4231 Balboa Ave. #115, San Diego, California 92117