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"Working with Gretel was instrumental in our organization's development. Her expertise, leadership, and attention to detail helped us build the governance, financial, and compliance infrastructure required to successfully receive and manage federal funding. Gretel designed key operational policies and internal controls, strengthened our accounting and procurement procedures, and guided our organization through a successful audit process, positioning us to meet U.S. Government compliance standards and maintain long-term funding eligibility."

"Gretel brings broad expertise on institutional funding. She understands what an organization needs in grants acquisition and the organizational performance attributes required to effectively implement programs. She can help an organization walk through the end-to-end process and determine gaps to be addressed. Gretel's guidance and contribution helped our organization become eligible and prepared for acquiring USG and institutional grants."

"I cannot say enough good things about Firmly Consulting. The owner, Gretel Tabares, helped us during one of the most challenging periods for our organization. She stepped in at a time of great uncertainty, immediately following a federal agency site visit, and provided the expertise and guidance we needed to navigate the remediation process with confidence. She took the time to understand our situation, helped us develop practical corrective actions, and created clear, well-structured templates and procedures manuals that will strengthen our internal controls and compliance efforts for years to come. Her knowledge of federal grant requirements, professionalism, and commitment to finding practical solutions gave us clarity and direction. I highly recommend Firmly Consulting to any organization seeking expert guidance in grants management, compliance, and organizational remediation."