Strategic Nature, LLC

What Strategic Nature, LLC does

Strategic Nature, LLC is a privately held consulting firm based in Tacoma, Washington that delivers environmental program design, strategic planning, community engagement, and mindfulness-based training services to environmental organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and individual professionals. Founded and led by Sarah C. Low — an ecologist, management consultant, educator, and mindfulness teacher with 20 years of cross-sector experience spanning federal and municipal government, non-profit, and private-sector engagements — the firm is Federally certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Washington State certified as a women-owned business, providing eligibility for set-aside government contracting programs. Geographic reach is concentrated in the Pacific Northwest, anchored by partnerships with Tacoma Tree Foundation (also founded by Sarah Low in 2018), University of Puget Sound, W.W. Seymour Conservatory, MetroParks Tacoma, and Tacoma Public Library.

The firm's service portfolio spans three interconnected categories: strategic consulting (program design, strategic planning, technical support, outreach and community engagement, partnership development, facilitation, volunteer management, and staff training in urban forestry and natural resource management); educational programs (educational walks and talks, Tree Stewards Training, Yoga Among The Plants); and mindfulness-based offerings (mindfulness coaching, weekly online Mindfulness Breaks, Forest Mindfulness Walks, an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program, and the annual Nature and Wellness Symposium). The firm holds no proprietary technology platform; service delivery is human-facilitation-based and distributed across direct consulting engagements, Zoom-delivered online sessions, and in-person workshops at partner venues, supported by Squarespace scheduling, Eventbrite registration, a Squarespace-hosted blog, and an active Instagram presence. Headcount is stated at 1-10, functioning as a founder-led practice with research and business development interns.

Revenue is generated primarily through professional-services consulting engagements with environmental NGOs, public-sector clients, and community organizations, supplemented by individual-pay mindfulness and wellness programming priced at low per-session rates ($25 for Practicing Self-Compassion with scholarship tiers), donation-based yoga, and free Mindfulness Breaks. The firm has no disclosed external funding, no institutional investors, no M&A activity, no patents, and no app or API surface. Distribution combines direct B2B sales, self-serve event registration, content marketing via blog/newsletter, organic social, podcast appearances, and community-event partnerships. Public funding flows indirectly via the Tacoma Creates program to underwrite accessible community programming.

Name

Strategic Nature, LLC

Legal name

Strategic Nature, LLC

Website

https://strategicnature.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Strategic Nature, LLC is a Tacoma, Washington-based consulting firm providing environmental program design, strategic planning, community engagement, and mindfulness-based training to government agencies, environmental organizations, educational institutions, and individuals in the Pacific Northwest.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Consulting Services

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Sustainability & ESG Consulting (BPAHACAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ecosystem Services & Natural Capital Programs (Water, Biodiversity Credits, PES) (IMAMAJAK)

Keywords

• Environmental consulting services
• Organizational strategic planning
• Mindfulness-based programs
• Urban forestry training
• Community engagement consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Tacoma

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Consulting Services: Strategic planning, program design, coaching, team building, and technical support services provided to environmental and educational organizations.
2. Mindfulness Programs: Online drop-in mindfulness sessions and workshops offered freely or at various price points, including donation-based and scholarship-assisted options.
3. Educational Workshops and Walks: In-person educational programs including yoga classes, nature walks, tree education workshops, and tree steward trainings, some offered on donation basis.
4. Wellness Programs: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction 8-week programs and specialized wellness workshops such as Practicing Self-Compassion (Nourishing the Heart) at $25 per session with scholarship options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Strategic Nature, LLC is a consulting firm that provides environmental program design, strategic planning, and organizational sustainability services to non-profits, government agencies, and educational institutions. The firm also delivers mindfulness-based personal growth programs, urban forestry training (Tree Stewards Training), nature walks, and community wellness workshops, integrating environmental impact with human resilience across the Pacific Northwest region.

Product overview

Strategic Nature, LLC is a consulting firm offering a portfolio of interconnected services centered on environmental sustainability, organizational development, and mindfulness. The core offerings include strategic program design and planning services for environmental organizations, program review and technical support, community engagement, and partnership development. The mindfulness practice offerings include coaching, weekly drop-in mindfulness breaks, forest walks, and an 8-week MBSR program. Educational services encompass staff training in urban forestry, educational walks and talks, and tree steward training. The company also hosts the annual Nature and Wellness Symposium. These services work together holistically at organizational, program, and individual levels to help clients achieve environmental and social impact goals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Strategic Program Design and Organizational Sustainability Consulting Core consulting service helping organizations clarify vision, design strategic plans, and create tangible steps to realize environmental and social impact goals through adaptive solutions.
• Program Review and Technical Support Advisory consulting service advising clients on adjusting current program activities, outreach efforts, and operations to maximize impact in sustainability and urban forestry programs.
• Outreach and Community Engagement Consulting Consulting service helping clients connect with communities through event facilitation, public meetings, communication material review, survey development, results analysis, and engagement strategy.
• Partnership Development Consulting Consulting service helping clients identify strategic partnerships and build strong, productive relationships with allied organizations.
• Volunteer Management Consulting Consulting service providing on-site leadership for work days and events along with event-planning support for volunteer and outreach efforts.
• Urban Forestry and Natural Resource Management Staff Training Specialized staff training programs covering urban forestry, natural resource management, tree care, park management, and community outreach for organizations.
• Educational Walks and Talks Educational walks and talks for private groups and community events focused on trees, plants, parks, and mindfulness outside.
• Facilitation Services Facilitation services for organizations developing strategic plans, management plans, and other initiatives requiring consensus building and stakeholder input.
• Mindfulness Coaching Coaching service helping clients incorporate mindfulness practices for personal growth, organizational health, and environmental sustainability, with support for practitioners expanding their mindfulness offerings.
• Mindfulness Breaks 20-minute online drop-in mindfulness program offered weekly via Zoom at no cost to participants to support stress reduction and present-moment awareness.
• Forest Mindfulness Walks Outdoor mindfulness walks, forest bathing, and five senses walks designed to help participants cultivate a deeper connection with nature.
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) 8-Week Program Structured 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program offered several times per year for stress reduction and mindfulness practice.
• Tree Stewards Training Day-long training covering tree selection, planting, and care of young trees, led by an ISA-certified arborist.
• Yoga Among The Plants One-hour in-person yoga class including gentle movement, breath awareness, and focused attention using plants as focal points, held at W.W. Seymour Conservatory on a donation basis.
• Nature and Wellness Symposium Annual gathering (including the 2024 Healing Connections Symposium) encouraging individuals and groups to consider ways to connect with nature and explore how that connection provides wellbeing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Helps organizations clarify vision and create tangible steps to realize their goals through adaptive solutions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of Puget SoundcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 October 2024Host venue for the Second Annual Healing Connections: Nature and Wellness Symposium held October 11-12, 2024 in Thomas Hall. The university's Department of Human Resources sponsored the Nature Mindfulness Walk component. The symposium was free to the public and open to health professionals, educators, guides, researchers, community members, and policymakers.
• Tacoma Tree FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTacoma Tree Foundation is a key partner for tree education and community engagement programs. Sarah Low founded this organization in 2018 and maintains a collaborative relationship. Programs include Tree Stewards Training, summer walks, and bilingual mindfulness walks. Many events are made possible through Tacoma Creates funding partnership.
• W.W. Seymour ConservatorycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnership hosting yoga classes (Yoga Among The Plants), nature walks, and mindfulness programs at the conservatory facility. Sarah Low leads classes as a 200-hr registered yoga teacher. Programs are donation-based with limited participant capacity.
• Tacoma CreatescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPublic funding program supporting arts, science, and culture programming. Funding enables free and low-cost community programs including Tree Stewards Training, nature walks, and bilingual mindfulness events like Caminemos Juntos. Critical for making programs accessible to the community.
• Wissahickon Restoration VolunteersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit environmental restoration organization. Testimonial indicates Sarah Low serves as a knowledgeable and effective partner on environmental projects.
• Caminemos JuntosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization co-hosting bilingual mindfulness walks at Wapato Park. Partnership includes Girasol Counseling and Mar y Sol for a collaborative event supporting BIPOC community mental health and environmental wellbeing.
• MetroParks TacomaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParks district organization partnering for nature mindfulness walks and community programs. Events promoted through MetroParks registration platform.
• Tacoma Public LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for 'How Trees Survive and Thrive' presentation at Fern Hill branch library. Library serves as venue for community educational programming.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Sustainable Connections: Pacific Northwest-based nonprofit supporting sustainable business practices and community programs. Comparable as a regional sustainability organization, though based in Bellingham, WA rather than Tacoma.

Direct peers

• Mindful Schools: Organization offering mindfulness training, educator certification, and curriculum for schools and communities. Comparable for the mindfulness-based programming, MBSR-style offerings, and educational workshop delivery model.
• The Natural Step: Sustainability strategy and consulting organization helping organizations integrate sustainability into operations. Comparable as a sustainability consulting firm offering strategic planning and organizational development for environmental and mission-driven clients.
• Center for Resource Management: Environmental consulting firm providing facilitation, program design, and stakeholder engagement for natural resource and environmental projects. Comparable for its combination of strategic planning, facilitation, and environmental program support.
• EcoAdapt: Small mission-driven nonprofit providing climate adaptation strategy and consulting to environmental organizations. Directly comparable as a boutique sustainability consulting firm serving similar nonprofit and government clients.

Broad incumbents

• Forum for the Future: Established international sustainability nonprofit offering strategy consulting and systems-change programs. Comparable in mission and consulting approach but operates at significantly larger scale and global footprint.
• Green America: National nonprofit providing sustainability consulting, certification, and community engagement programs. Comparable for its combination of environmental program design and community outreach, though operating at significantly larger scale.
• EcoAmerica: National environmental nonprofit building climate leadership and engagement programs. Comparable for its focus on environmental program design, community engagement, and stakeholder outreach strategies.
• B Lab: Nonprofit network certifying B Corps and providing sustainability advisory to businesses. Comparable as a sustainability consulting and certification organization serving mission-driven businesses, though with a much broader institutional footprint.

Emerging players

• Pale Blue Dot: Boutique sustainability and climate strategy consultancy serving mission-driven organizations. Comparable as a small, specialized sustainability consulting practice with similar nonprofit and social-impact client focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/strategicnature
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/strategic-nature-llc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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