With over two decades of executive leadership across hospitality, government services, wellness, and multi-program operations, Ursula brings clients more than theory. She brings execution. As the founder of The Grounded Compass, she is recognized for turning complex ideas into practical results, drawing on a career that spans food and beverage, travel and tourism, child and youth development, and the design and oversight of wellness and recreation programs.

What sets Ursula apart is her rare combination of strategic vision, operational depth, and analytical rigor. She doesn’t just design initiatives. She operationalizes vision into replicable models that are sustainable, scalable, and aligned with each client’s mission. Her work is grounded in data, utilizing performance metrics, feasibility models, and trend analyses to guide clients through uncertainty and ensure solutions deliver measurable outcomes.

From planning and procurement to execution and evaluation, Ursula has revitalized legacy programs, launched new operations, and introduced structure into rapidly evolving environments. Clients rely on her to clarify complex challenges and develop actionable, tailored strategies whether it's optimizing staffing models, navigating regulatory requirements, scaling multi-site operations, or aligning teams around clear goals.

Her consulting approach is pragmatic, evidence-based, and rooted in real-world results. Whether advising emerging ventures or fine-tuning established programs, she bridges the gap between ideas and implementation. Ursula is a trusted partner to those who want thoughtful, strategic solutions with real-world impact, grounded in experience, delivered with purpose.