Who We Are
Established in 2006, Inclusive Performance Strategies offers consulting and training specifically tailored for each organization — focused on enhancing performance through inclusion, diversity, equity, and cultural competence.
Strategic partners, not just consultants
We don't deliver a report and leave. IPS becomes a true partner in your journey — building on your organization's existing strengths, working collaboratively until goals are achieved, and creating sustainable, measurable outcomes that last.
Our services include organizational assessments, collective impact initiatives, community engagement, leadership development, and strategic planning — all customized for you.
Our team
Paul T. Doyle
Founder & CEOWith over 30 years of management experience, Paul founded Inclusive Performance Strategies in 2006. A Ferris State University graduate with executive training from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, Paul is an adjunct faculty member at Michigan State University.
Certified Diversity ProfessionalU of M Ross SchoolMSU Adjunct Faculty
Christina Guajardo Arnold
Senior ConsultantChristina brings over 30 years of experience in higher education and equity work. She is the Founding Director of Grand Rapids Community College's Center for Equity and Inclusion, with deep expertise in institutional equity and systemic change.
Higher EducationEquity & InclusionGRCC Founding Director
DeDe Esque
Senior ConsultantDeDe is a seasoned business leader with 30+ years spanning nonprofit, financial, retail, and philanthropic sectors. She is a certified leadership coach through the Hudson Institute, specializing in organizational transformation.
Certified Leadership CoachHudson InstituteNonprofit & Finance
Matrina Poston
Senior ConsultantMatrina's experience spans healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing sectors. A Project Management Professional (PMP) certified consultant, she brings a disciplined, outcomes-focused approach to every engagement.
PMP CertifiedHealthcareManufacturing
Kirk Eklund
Senior ConsultantSince 2014, Kirk has worked at the intersection of innovation and belonging. With Stanford d.School coaching credentials and deep expertise in Design Thinking, he helps organizations build cultures where every voice drives breakthrough outcomes.
Stanford d.SchoolDesign ThinkingInnovation & Belonging
Dr. Christina Edmondson
Associate ConsultantDr. Edmondson holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and is a certified Cultural Intelligence facilitator and licensed mental health therapist. She brings a profound understanding of psychological safety and cultural competence to every engagement.
Ph.D. Counseling PsychologyCultural IntelligenceLicensed Therapist
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