Recommendations

For the past three years, Ms. Mary Tyler has served as the facilitator of the Nonprofit Capacity-Building Partnership, a Dayton Foundation and Mathile Family Foundation leadership initiative that works to strengthen Black-led and Black-serving nonprofits in Montgomery County. She is an absolute asset to our Greater Dayton community and a true professional - always forthright, respectful, tactful and reliable. As a dynamic and energetic presenter with great listening and communication skills, she is able to manage any situation with confidence and poise. She also is a team player, who makes sure the rest of the team is on track and moving toward achieving set goals and making a positive impact. Ms. Tyler has been a tremendous resource, and The Dayton Foundation is proud to recommend her services.

Tania Arseculeratne, Senior Community Engagement Officer The Dayton Foundation

I had the pleasure of working with Mary Tyler as a facilitator for our recent board retreat, and I cannot emphasize enough how instrumental she was in making the event a resounding success. If you're looking for an exceptional facilitator who can maximize the potential of your board retreat, Mary Tyler is the perfect choice.
Mary Tyler possesses all the qualities you'd expect from a top-notch facilitator: impartiality, objectivity, and an expert-level understanding of [relevant area of expertise]. She effortlessly navigates the complexities of group dynamics and ensures that every participant's voice is heard and valued. Mary Tyler skillfully manages disputes, controls hijackers, and fosters a collaborative atmosphere that leads to consensus and buy-in.
One of the standout aspects of Mary Tyler's approach is her innovative use of interactive exercises. She creates an environment where participants are up and moving, engaging in thoughtful discussions and collaborative activities. By incorporating small group settings, Mary Tyler facilitates lively discussions and encourages meaningful exchanges that spark fresh ideas and build strong relationships among board members.
But it's not just about serious business with Mary Tyler—she knows how to infuse the retreat with energy, humor, and fun! [His/Her] quick wit and lighthearted approach keep everyone engaged and ensure that the retreat is a dynamic and enjoyable experience. From team-building exercises to icebreakers that bring laughter, Mary Tyler strikes the perfect balance between productivity and enjoyment.

Fran O’Connor, Vice Chairperson, Advisory Board

Ms. Mary E. Tyler of Mary E. Tyler Consulting, LLC is a star. Ms. Tyler facilitated a half-day Compression Planning session for my 2022 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) team in December of 2022. We came out with actionable recommendations that can be implemented for our 2023 CFC. All the participants were fired up after Mary facilitated and led these discussions. I would recommend we use her for another organization that I am involved in.

Edmund H. Moore Ph.D., 2022 CFC Chair, Dayton District CFC, AFRL/RQTI, 2130 Eighth Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433

Graceworks Lutheran Services launched a targeted DEIB initiative in 2021 with an internal team known as Bridges. Mary served as a consultant to our Bridges team in 2022, helping members develop a more focused path forward. Her experiences with other organizations allowed her to offer sound guidance and feedback. One goal of the Bridges team was to identify ways to get all internal stakeholders involved in the DEIB conversations. Mary facilitated separate training sessions for Managers and our Board of Directors, emphasizing the role of inclusive leaders, the need to develop a safe space for dialog, and the need for courageous conversations. Mary’s facilitation skills, knowledge, support, and encouragement helped Graceworks continue to advance in our DEIB journey. I would highly recommend Mary to any organization seeking a strong facilitator to advance their own DEIB goals.

Judy Budi, President and CEO at Graceworks Lutheran Services

I've had the privilege of working with Mary Tyler on community equity work for many years when she was at the helm of NCCJ. I'm thrilled to continue working with her as she brings her immense knowledge of organizational dynamics and capacity building to lead her own consulting company. Mary is a deeply skilled facilitator whose empathy and clear communication style allow her clients to easily connect and learn. Mary recently led an extremely engaging workshop for the Dayton Chamber's EMPOWER: Women's Leadership Cohort that focused on inclusive leadership in our current times. I am so grateful for the work that Mary leads throughout our community.

Stephanie Keinath, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

I have worked with Mary for over ten years, both with a community-wide violence prevention initiative and with my staff team of Prevention Professionals. She is the expert on diversity and inclusion in Montgomery County!

She has the uncanny ability to bring committees to a consensus. I watched her take a group of ten people who had gotten nowhere with planning for several months, help them define their strategies and outcomes, get them on track, and walk out of the room with actual plans and a renewed sense of purpose. All of this in less than 3 hours!

She can bring diversity and inclusion training and messages to groups so that everyone in the group feels safe and heard. This ability has been invaluable to my team of diverse individuals as we move along our journey of understanding our co-workers, where we come from, and why we feel and think the way we do.

Every group working with Mary benefits from her consistently powerful messaging and ability to foster courage in others.

Nancy Bleil

OCPSA Director of Prevention Services and Community Engagement at Samaritan Behavioral Health, Inc.