Testimonials

Contact info for each person is available on request.

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"Briana, is one of the most original thinkers I've run across.  She has come up with some breakthroughs in how to organize neighborhoods that I haven't seen before.  I've worked with many communities, intentional and otherwise, but she is very sophisticated in the way she goes about things, right down to how she orchestrates her posture and breath when she's doing surveys."

John Buck
Author of We the People: Consenting to a Deeper Democracy
Certified Consultant, 
CEO of Governance Alive LLC



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"Briana leads from within, and empowers others to think and do for themselves. 
She asks excellent questions.
Her irresistible invitation creates a culture of curiosity."

Syd Fredrickson
Conference Coordinator at University of Washington Educational Outreach
former board member/officer on various nonprofit boards including Homestead Community Land Trust, NW Intentional Communities Association, and Fellowship for Intentional Community



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"Briana is one of the most original minds I have ever met.
A true genius."

Joe Shirley



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"I like the way Briana’s mind organizes things.  For instance, regarding the Transition Handbook, she thought of the value of reading the part called "The Hands" first, basically recommending that people start their reading at the end of the book!  She sees the Big Picture,  She sees how things fit in, or need to fit in.  She has such a holistic view, and definitely doesn't get caught up just looking at the microscopic view. She sees how it's all connected.  

I like the way her brain works.  When I send something to her, I get something back that I never considered before.  She definitely encourages me to look at my life and my projects in new, larger, and more original ways."


Ilsa Olsen
Performance Artist, 
Chair of the first Sustainability Committee of a Seattle Chamber of Commerce, 
Member of Sustainable Greenwood-Phinney






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"Briana, your passion, drive, and enthusiasm for transition and community building is infectious and inspirational. Your service as a beacon, leading yourself and those who know you and resonate with your mission to a brighter world, is much needed and appreciated right now. Keep on shining!"

Bob Florine
Independent Insurance Agent at All-Pro Risk Management
Auto, Home, and Life insurance in Washington State



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"Briana's insight and enthusiasm have been instrumental in the development of my small, Seattle-based business. Aphrodite's Attic has benefited from Briana's consulting services in areas of marketing, product development, and community outreach. Because of her commitment to grass-roots organizing and ability to connect with people of all walks of life, she is an inspiration and a catalyst for change."

Karlie Markendorf,



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"Briana, you helped me through a difficult period when 
I was laid off from my job. First, congratulating me on my 
"blessing in disguise" and allowing me to reflect with you about 
the triumphs and struggles I'd had with the position I was in.

"You listen to my frustrations and take note of my 
deeper needs and desires. You're endless compassion 
allows me to open up the sore points and bring them to light; 
massaging raw energy into positive opportunities to create 
change. I talk with you freely about the thoughts and 
feelings I'm ashamed, embarrassed, humiliated, and scared of. 
You encourage me to be humbled by them and 
see them as something to engage and see through, 
creating transparency and clairvoyance.

"When we brainstormed my dreams and aspirations of 
finding a job to fulfill my longing of understanding the natural 
environment, I used your advise and guidance to create a 
cover letter and interview approach that was less rigid and 
"professional". Your guidance in crafting one that involved 
elements balancing personal desire, passion, and accomplishment 
impressed not only me, but all the employers I sought to work for. 
After exploring my options, I found myself working with 
the firm of my choice, knowing it was the right fit for growing 
and expanding in my life. Pragmatically speaking I'm making a 
healthy salary, and ecstatic to work with a team of 
people that share so many visions and work diligently to 
make them real. We did this together, and I have you to 
thank for standing by me all the while and encouraging me through every step."

Brad Kwasnowski
Environmental Scientist at Taylor Associates



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"Briana reminds me of the classic gospel tune, "this little light of mine".  She lets her light shine brightly and inspires me and others around her to let our own lights shine.  When I met her I was immediately drawn in by her enthusiasm, kindness, and commitment to connecting to those around her in a meaningful way."

Scott MacGowan   
Owner at Homegrown Organics, Lead Cat at Alleycat Acres

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