AT THE START: UNWRAPPED 2026

Inspired by Spotify Wrapped, our team asked a different question this year: What do we want to unwrap in 2026?

Instead of treating year-end as a finish line, this edition of At The Starting Line is a reminder that progress doesn’t reset on January 1. And the work we care about most doesn’t fit neatly into a calendar year.

Here’s what we’re excited to unwrap in 2026.

CONTINUING TO...

• Help people and teams grow in meaningful, lasting ways

• Blend communication, collaboration and change navigation as we help organizations who are doing great work

• Build strong, trusted relationships within our team and with the clients we serve

ADDING MORE...

• Programs that support employees in building careers they love for great organizations, especially those focused on mentorship, recognition and professional development

• Partnerships with community-based organizations, mission-based companies and great places to work

• Senior and executive recruiting focused on long-term impact, and helping organizations bring on leaders who truly shape culture and direction (And yes, a shameless plug: Sarah helped source and hire some incredibly tough senior-level roles this year.)

• Healthy ways of working, smooth change experiences, and environments where employees are supported, informed and grounded

GROWING PROFESSIONALLY WITH...

• Intentional networking and expanding our professional community

• Continuing to expand At The Start and in our roles

• Deepening our niche and intention

And on a note that captures the heart of it all, Olivia summed up how we’re feeling:

“I’m looking forward to growing with my At The Start team by learning from you all, laughing with you all, and continuing to build something meaningful together.”

Happy Holidays, and warm wishes to all of you for a meaningful 2026!