Success Stories
Real Results for Real Clients
From multimillion-dollar grants to unanimous council approvals, see how we've helped organizations achieve their goals in Los Angeles.
Our Track Record
Case Study
Turning Opposition into Support: The Wilshire Mixed-Use Project
Client: Westside Development Partners
Commercial Real Estate Developer
The Challenge
A 200-unit mixed-use development faced organized opposition from neighborhood groups concerned about traffic, gentrification, and changing neighborhood character.
Our Strategy
Conducted 15 pre-filing stakeholder meetings, facilitated design workshops with residents, and negotiated a comprehensive community benefits agreement.
The Results
Added 40 affordable units, created local hiring program, established $500K community fund. Project approved unanimously with former opponents speaking in support.
Case Study
From Rejection to $2.5M: LA Housing Coalition Grant Success
Client: LA Housing Coalition
Nonprofit Homeless Services Provider
The Challenge
After an initial federal grant rejection, the LA Housing Coalition needed to dramatically improve their proposal to secure critical homeless services funding.
Our Strategy
Analyzed reviewer feedback, strengthened data collection, added university evaluation partner, and crafted compelling client success narratives.
The Results
Improved score from 72 to 96 points. Secured $2.5 million over 3 years, enabling services for 500+ individuals experiencing homelessness.
Case Study
Underdog Victory: Council District 7 Campaign
Client: Maria Rodriguez for City Council
Political Campaign
The Challenge
First-time candidate facing incumbent with 10x funding advantage and established name recognition in diverse district.
Our Strategy
Built grassroots coalition, developed multilingual outreach, leveraged digital micro-targeting, and executed robust field program.
The Results
Won by 6 points through record turnout in underrepresented communities. First Latina elected to represent the district.
Recent Client Wins
A snapshot of results from the past year
Navigated regulatory approval for innovative water recycling facility, securing permits in record 6 months.
Won $750K NEA grant for youth arts program serving underserved communities in South LA.
Facilitated community support for 150-unit affordable project, achieving approval without appeals.
Secured $1.8M state grant for mental health services expansion in LA County.
Led successful campaign for $100M transit funding allocation in county budget.
Designed engagement process reaching 5,000+ parents for LAUSD partnership program.
What Our Clients Say
Direct feedback from organizations we've helped succeed
" Nathan's strategic approach to community engagement transformed our project from a political liability to a community asset. His ability to find common ground between diverse stakeholders is remarkable. "
David Kim
CEO, Pacific Urban Developments
" We were overwhelmed by the grant application process until Nathan stepped in. His expertise not only helped us win funding but taught us how to build sustainable grant programs. "
Angela Martinez
Executive Director, Communities United
" Nathan knows LA politics inside and out. His relationships and strategic thinking were instrumental in our unanimous council approval for a controversial but necessary project. "
Robert Chen
Principal, Chen & Associates
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