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SERVICES

We provide tailored strategy and support for new ventures, project expansions, and operational refinement across hospitality, recreation, education, and construction sectors. Our services span concept development to full-scale execution, offering:

  • Food & Beverage Development: Comprehensive guidance for start-up or revitalized concepts — including menu design, kitchen layout, procurement, compliance, and launch planning.

  • Recreation and Tours: Creation of engaging, scalable leisure and cultural programs that meet safety and compliance standards while enhancing customer experience.

  • Construction and Engineering Projects: Full-cycle support from design schematics, permitting, and site planning to procurement and facility readiness.

  • Education and Program Design: Development of custom training programs, curriculum integration, and early learning frameworks rooted in compliance and best practice.

  • Start-Up Planning & Business Tools: For entrepreneurs and small teams — from feasibility studies and financial modeling to branding, system setup, and operational toolkits.

We design each engagement around your needs — whether launching from the ground up or optimizing for growth. Our solutions are driven by experience, structure, and a commitment to measurable results.

PROJECTS

From revitalizing guest-facing services to launching multi-purpose facilities, we lead projects with end-to-end accountability. We specialize in:

  • Indoor and outdoor festivals, recreation events, and entertainment functions — including safety logistics and complex vendor management.

  • Hospitality builds and renovations, including cafés, lounges, bars, and full-service restaurants — with attention to licensing, design, and team training.

  • Multi-site tour programs and community recreation services, ensuring consistency and quality across destinations.

  • Early childhood and youth facilities — from site layout and compliance to curriculum and licensing readiness.

  • Facility engineering projects, including design consultation, inspection readiness, and phased construction support.

Every initiative is backed by compliance insight, cross-sector knowledge, and seamless coordination — built to deliver performance.

CLIENTS

We collaborate with entrepreneurs, operators, and mission-driven organizations across sectors. Whether local or international, our clients seek clarity, structure, and transformation.

Clients include:

  • Start-ups in food & beverage, tourism, or education

  • Recreation and tour operators

  • Developers of multi-use or hospitality facilities

  • Early education programs and directors

  • Government-affiliated MWR programs and contractors

  • Engineering-focused organizations seeking project design and build-out support

We offer flexibility — clients may engage with a single service area or request integrated, cross-functional support. Each partnership is anchored in trust, results, and tailored expertise.

ABOUT US

The Grounded Compass was founded to guide businesses, entrepreneurs, and hospitality ventures through every stage of growth. With over 25 years of leadership experience, I bring the tools, strategies, and expertise needed to transform ideas into sustainable realities. My approach is grounded in clarity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering results that last.

OUR SERVICES

Our Services

  • Hospitality Launch and Operations Support

    Comprehensive support for launching and operating food, beverage, tour, and recreational venues. Includes layout planning, equipment and procurement support, compliance readiness, staff training, service models (fine/casual dining, catering, bars, snack bars), and event or entertainment planning. Customizable to startup stage, location, and business scale.

  • Food and Beverage Concept Development

    Focused guidance for restaurant and beverage entrepreneurs. Tailored consulting for menu creation, sourcing, layout design, workflow setup, staffing plans, licensing support, and food-service execution. Whether you’re opening a café, restaurant, or specialty catering business, this service provides the foundation to launch, scale, or refine your F&B concept.

  • Tour Planning and Itinerary Design (for Travelers)

    For group or solo travelers, expats, cultural explorers, retirees, and adventure seekers. Custom-designed travel itineraries that fit your travel style, interests, and destination goals. Includes detailed activity mapping, local insights, dining and lodging recommendations, cultural excursions, safety tips, and optional booking support. Choose between full-service planning or DIY-friendly itinerary kits.

  • Tour Business Development (for Entrepreneurs)

    For individuals or groups building a tour program. End-to-end guidance on launching and running a tour business from crafting your niche offer and itinerary development to pricing models, marketing strategies, insurance, staffing, and licensing. Suitable for retreat leaders, cultural tourism startups, and eco/adventure tour founders.

  • Early Learning Launch Package - Turnkey

    A flat-rate, full service consulting package for new or expanding early learning centers. Ideal for directors, coordinators who want to launch confidently without managing multiple service layers. Includes: -Program strategy consultation -Virtual review of required documentation -Licensing and compliance readiness -Guidance on staffing, curriculum, and daily structure

  • Early Childhood Program - Tier 1: Foundation

    -Virtual review of submitted documentation -Compliance checklist (NAEYC, CARAT, AR 608-10) -Up to 1 - hour consultation call -Email Follow up summary with key recommendations -1 editable policy or SOP template

  • Early Childhood Program Tier 2: Core

    All of Tier 1, plus: -Full virtual review of 2-3 key areas (curriculum, staff schedules, room assignments) -2 additional coaching sessions (ZOOM) -Customized SOPs or visual support tools (2-3) -Training calendar review -Family engagement event ideas (seasonal)

  • Early Childhood Program - Tier 3: Premium

    All of Tier 2, plus: -Onsite visit or in-depth virtual shadowing -Mock assessment / CARAT walkthrough -Review of entire compliance packet -Training or parent presentation (live or recorded) -Ongoing 30-day implementation support

  • Trainer Readiness Assessment

    Trainer Needs Assessment Package. Includes: -Interview or onboarding survey -Needs-based matching to Tier 1, 2, or 3 -Recommendation report

  • Tiered Trainer Development - Tier 1: Foundation

    New or transitioning ECE trainers, instructional coaches, and CDC training specialists who need structured development. -Self - assessment tools and role overview -Virtual onboarding road map -Sample year-round training calendar -Access to 3 customizable training templates -1 coaching session

  • Tier Trainer Development - Tier 2: Core

    New or transitioning ECE trainers, instructional coaches, and CDC training specialists who need structured development. All of Tier 1, plus: -Virtual walkthrough of ELM, ITTERS, CARAT, etc -How to guide for staff observations and follow up -Training implementation guide (lesson plan format) -3 virtual consultations (60 minutes each) -Staff onboarding strategy worksheet

  • Trainer Development - Tier 3: Premium

    New or transitioning ECE trainers, instructional coaches, and CDC training specialists who need structured development. All of tier 2, plus: -Customized staff development plan (by tier) -Training evaluation rubric development -One live training delivery modeling session (ZOOM or On-site) -Full-year staff development matrix -45-day performance support with feedback loops

  • CYP - Age Group Overview /Starter Package

    Intro package seeking targeted development by age group (infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k). Includes assessment and starter training across all age groups to identify the best-fit track. Infant: Caregiving routines, responsive care, feeding plans, sensory play Toddler: Routine management, transitions, parallel play, emergent language Preschool: Group engagement, circle time coaching, classroom environments Pre-K: Kindergarten readiness, scaffolded instruction, observational assessments

  • CYP Age Group Specialization - Tier1 - Foundation

    For trainers and caregivers responsible for infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age groups in child development centers. -Overview of developmental milestones by age group -Weekly planning templates -Behavior management techniques by age -Sample routines (transitions, circle time...) -1 training video or walkthrough

  • CYP Age Group Specialization - Tier2: Core

    For trainers and caregivers responsible for infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age groups in child development centers. All of Tier 1, plus: -Age-specific training kits (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, School-Age) -Staff scripting for daily transitions and engagement -Virtual classroom observation of 1 group (pre-recorded or live) -2 live coaching calls by age group focus -Parent engagement materials by age group

  • CYP Age Group Specialization - Tier3: Premium

    For trainers and caregivers responsible for infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age groups in child development centers. -All of Tier 2, plus: -Age-specific curriculum strategy review -Support for infant feeding plans and safe sleep -Alignment to NAEYC and AR 608-10 by age group Leadership guidance for managing multi-age staff -Onsit or hybrid team workshop by age specialization

  • Special Needs

  • Social and Emotional Support - CareGivers

  • Understanding - Neuroscience behind best practices

  • Supporting Play

OUR CLIENTS

TESTIMONIALS

Working with The Grounded Compass was turning point our organization needed. Ursula brings a combination of hands-on operational knowledge and visionary strategic thinking. She doesn't just advise. She's done the work. She approached our project with creativity and care, delivering practical solutions that we could implement right away. Her dedication gave us results. 

Jefferey McDonald

Project Manager

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