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Arts & Culture.

Community.
Social Justice.
Sacred Spaces.
Historic Preservation.

Our work is about amplifying the power of cultural, justice, and community development institutions to preserve legacy, celebrate our humanity, and change lives.

Courtesy of Dance Theatre of Harlem and photo by Christopher Duggan
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From our Client Partners

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Chantelle L. Okarter, Esq.
Former Commissioner, Department of Planning and Community Development, City Hall, Mount Vernon, New York

“The Mount Vernon Arts and Cultural Master Plan is the first time the City has ventured to develop a comprehensive approach to support and strengthen the arts and cultural community in Mount Vernon. This Master Plan is the result of the tireless efforts of our community residents and stakeholders who are dedicated to revitalizing the City and adding greater economic diversity while providing a vibrant platform for aspiring artisans to live, work and showcase their talents and abilities.”

Toya Lillard
Executive Director

"Working with CJAM has been a true game changer for 651 ARTS. The CJAM team helped to guide us through a years-long process of moving into our first permanent space - a new home for 651 ARTS and a new chapter for our organization. We could not have done it without the partnership with CJAM!"

John E. Hall
former Director, City of Wichita Housing and Community Services Department

"CJAM assisted the City of Wichita and POWER Community Development Corporation in determining the feasibility to restore its historic Dunbar Theatre. In doing so, CJAM produced a stellar product that energized the community, provided a navigational tool for future development, and wowed city officials."

Shay Wafer
Executive Director, WACO Theater Center

"CJAM Consulting has been a valuable strategic partner for the past three years. When WACO contemplated expanding our programming and footprint to include a new venue, CJAM provided professional insight, constructive critique, and innovative approaches, leading to our successful competitive bid to acquire and operate the venue."

Leith ter Meulen, Landair
Prime Consultant for Empire State Development

“On behalf of Empire State Development, Landair employs rigorous internal peer review for the Columbia University Manhattanville project. As a senior team member, CJAM Consulting provides critical support, critique, and a keen eye to our quality assurance and controls, and collective work product.”

Denise Turner
Executive Director, August Wilson House

“CJAM’s innovative input and strategic planning supported our vision to renovate the once dilapidated childhood home of award-winning playwright August Wilson into a vibrant arts center meant to empower the community and its artists. CJAM’s ability to amplify voice and elevate history is expertly matched with their skill in designing plans for healthy and sustainable organizations.”

Anna Glass
Executive Director, Dance Theatre of Harlem

"CJAM is extraordinarily knowledgeable about the performing arts field. They have served as perfect thought partners in addressing some of our toughest challenges, as well as imagining our brightest future."

Taneshia Nash Laird
Former President & CEO, Newark Symphony Hall

"CJAM Consulting played a crucial role in transforming Newark Symphony Hall from near insolvency into a vibrant community resource. Their strategic counsel and innovative organizational development solutions laid the foundation for long-term sustainability and growth."

Niegel Smith
Artistic Director, The Flea Theater

"In the winter of 2021, after decades as a predominantly white arts institution, The Flea was faced with a unique opportunity. We needed a partner to guide a process of restoration, reevaluation and forward visioning. CJAM was built to meet this opportunity. With their diverse skills and expertise, we were able to restore and repair relationships with former staff and artists, create a new mission and values for our company and to pioneer a truly original operating model to serve our constituencies. A model that has enjoined major philanthropic support and is shaping up as a hallmark for our field. Their values aligned commitment to the work of Black, brown and queer artists has made them the ideal partners for us on several projects."

Kamilah Forbes
Executive Producer, Apollo Theater

"Moving into a new space, thinking strategically about a new operating model, and working with developers is an all-consuming commitment, separate and apart from running an existing institution. CJAM was instrumental in guiding us through contemplating our new Apollo Stages at the Victoria. Their expertise in theater production, real estate planning, and community created and essential foundation for us to ideate, plan, and fulfill core elements of our mission. They were a thoughtful, conscientious partner, embedded in each element of our process."

Innovation and Ingenuity in Cultural Practice

CJAM’s client partners reflect the breadth and depth of artistic brilliance, cultural relevance, and imagination. Strategy, innovation, pragmatism, and authentic representation are among the defining elements of the work we create together. See select case studies below.

651 ARTS
Apollo Theater - The Apollo Stages at the Victoria
August Wilson House
City of Mount Vernon
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