About c3 by Design
In my 25-year career serving both nonprofit and public organizations, I have learned firsthand the benefits of tackling critical - and sometimes daunting - challenges that leaders like you face in finance, operations, and administration. These lessons shape the personal approach we use at c3 by Design.
Our team of nonprofit professionals have over 50 years of combined experience working with many kinds of organizations. We understand that most financial problems are common issues within the nonprofit sphere and can be solved with the right guidance. By partnering closely with your team, we learn from you while sharing what we know. We believe this approach helps you solve big financial challenges faster and make a stronger impact.
Scott Turner
Founder and CEO
Photograph courtesy of Bernheim Forest and Arboretum
Our Nonprofit & Public Sector Experience
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Controller
Chief Operating Officer
Administrative Officer
Business Process Design for Strategic Management certificate (MIT Sloan School of Management)
Presidential Management Fellow
Certified Public Accountant
Workforce Planning
Financial Accounting certificate
(Harvard Business School)
Real Impact. Proven Results.
Nonprofits Thriving with c3 by Design at your side.
c3 by Design worked with the executive director of RootED NWA to update their Chart of Accounts and to ensure government compliance by submitting their form 990. Through this process, we also guided and trained the executive director through a more efficient and sustainable approach in building the annual budget.
"Scott Turner and c3 by Design played an integral role in RootED's journey towards financial stability and organizational resilience. His strategic acumen was evident as he not only devised but also executed a comprehensive plan, fortifying our financial foundation. Scott's adeptness in simplifying intricate processes streamlined our annual budget planning, bookkeeping, and compliance efforts, including meticulous handling of 990 filings. However, his value extended beyond financial realms; Scott's role as a trusted advisor fostered discussions on organizational resilience and sustainability, guiding RootED through challenges with wisdom and foresight. His dedication, professionalism, and holistic approach make Scott Turner an invaluable asset to any organization seeking transformative financial and strategic support."
c3 by Design led the Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation’s board of trustees and executive staff through budget development training, resulting in a 3-year realistic budget aligned to their strategic plan. The process prioritized mission investment areas and informed their fund development plan.
“Scott is a good person to teach the Board because he can talk through tense subjects without allowing the tension.”
c3 by Design worked with Amani Foundation to simplify their complex and multi-layered budget so that they can more easily tell their financial story to donors and focus their messaging on mission impact instead of spreadsheets.
“I submitted the grant application all by myself - with WAY more confidence than last year - truly thanks to your budget training.”