With more than 25 years of experience helping organizations lead through change, Tara
McCrackin is a trusted strategist, facilitator, and executive leader known for bringing
people together to solve complex challenges. As President Emeritus of Kendall College
of Art and Design of Ferris State University, she led institutional strategy, cultivated
community partnerships, and worked alongside boards, executive teams, donors, and
public leaders to advance mission-driven initiatives with lasting impact.

As Senior Strategist, Tara McCrackin helps organizations move from ideas to action by
building alignment, fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement, and developing
practical strategies for long-term success. Her work is grounded in the belief that the
best solutions emerge through collaboration, thoughtful listening, and human-centered
design. Whether facilitating strategic planning, strengthening governance, or guiding
organizational transformation, she is passionate about helping clients uncover
opportunities, navigate complexity with confidence, and create measurable, sustainable
results.