Meet The Team at
Inclusive Design Group

Inclusive Design Group is a Colorado based consulting firm focused on education, workforce development, and economic mobility.

Our Philosophy

We help organizations design programs that expand opportunity and strengthen communities. Our work connects systems, aligns partners, and supports implementation from start to finish.

Our work sits between people and systems, bringing together educators, government agencies, nonprofits, funders, and community members to move from ideas to programs that operate in real communities.

Our Approach

Systems change requires clear data, authentic collaboration, and practical execution.

We combine community centered design with analytical rigor to help partners navigate complexity and build solutions that last.

Our Leadership

Kelly Mitchell

Kelly brings deep experience across education, government, and nonprofit systems. She is known for convening stakeholders and guiding collaborative problem solving.

CREDENTIALS
Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction

Founder & Principal Consultant

Chris specializes in translating complex data into actionable insight and building systems that support implementation.

CREDENTIALS
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Data & Operations Consultant

Chris Mitchell

Kelly leads partnership development and program design. Chris anchors that work with analytics and implementation support.

Together, they help organizations move from ideas to action.

How We Work Together

See Our Services

  • “Inclusive Design Group was pivotal in developing our teacher preparation pathway. Their expertise in convening key partners, fostering collaboration, and securing innovative financial resources transformed our vision into reality. With a remarkable ability to connect stakeholders and a strategic, action-oriented approach, their leadership was truly invaluable.”

    Dr. Diana Zakhem

    Director of Secondary Success, Englewood Schools

  • “Inclusive Design Group led the strategic planning for Career Readiness at National Association of Colleges and Employers with exceptional focus and energy. They helped define the vision and direction for this new area of work, bringing clarity, momentum, and partnership as we set ambitious goals for the organization’s future.”

    Dr. Niesha Taylor
    Director of Career Readiness, NACE

  • “Kelly has been a reliable, go-to partner for Colorado Succeeds over the last several years. From research and analysis to stakeholder engagement and facilitation, to publication and resource development – she can do it all. Kelly is communicative, keeps equity at the forefront of her work, and ensures goals are met on time and on budget. A joy to work with!”

    Madison Knapp

    Director, Colorado Succeeds

  • “Inclusive Design Group were strategic thought partners and project managers for an innovative healthcare career pathway initiative. They navigated a complex network of stakeholders across high schools, higher education, and hospitals with clarity and precision. Their research-driven insights and strong communication made the entire process effective, collaborative, and successful.”

    Dr. Niesha Taylor
    Director of Career Readiness, NACE

Building Pathways
That Last

We work across education systems, government agencies, nonprofits, and philanthropy to turn ideas into programs that operate in real communities. Our work is grounded in data, shaped by community voice, and built to last.

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