Matt Sharp

About Matt Sharp

Nonprofits shouldn’t have to choose between getting the work done and getting it done well, especially when they\'re poised for growth but find their operational structures can\'t keep up.I work with small to mid-sized nonprofits experiencing or poised for growth to overcome their operational hurdles and build scalable systems so they can expand their impact confidently and allow their leaders to focus on the mission — without the cost and commitment of a full-time senior executive.Most of my clients are: • Struggling with operational structures (like outdated spreadsheets or manual processes) that can\'t keep pace with their growth. • Led by Executive Directors juggling constant daily tasks and firefighting, with insufficient bandwidth for vital strategic leadership and fundraising.• Lacking the budget or internal capacity for the experienced, dedicated operational leadership needed to effectively manage their expansion.Here’s how I help as your hands-on operational partner: Streamlining critical operational systems and processes for greater efficiency. Developing and implementing customized, strategic operational action plans. Providing ongoing, expert part-time operational leadership and hands-on support.Let’s connect if you want a strategic operational partner who truly understands the nonprofit world and rolls up their sleeves—either for comprehensive fractional support or a focused project. Book a free intro call → https://calendly.com/sharpadvising/30minLearn more about Sharp Advising: https://sharpadvising.com

Experience

1. President & Founder

   Sharp Advising

   Nov 2022 — Present

   Partnering with small- to mid-sized nonprofits, particularly those experiencing growth, to streamline operations, build robust operational frameworks, and achieve sustainable mission impact. Flexible expert support is provided primarily through ongoing, part-time operational leadership as a Fractional Operations Specialist (typically on a monthly retainer basis), and through project-based consulting for specific, targeted operational needs.What I offer: • Comprehensive Operational Assessments & Strategic Roadmapping • Optimizing Key Organizational Processes & Implementing Effective Operational Systems • Ongoing Part-Time Operational Leadership & Hands-On Execution (Fractional Support)

Education

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hotel & Resort Management

  2000 — 2004

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  2004 — 2006

Skills

• Leadership
• Greek Life
• Student Government
• Public Speaking
• Higher Education
• Supervisory Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Program Development
• First Year Experience
• Event Management
• Organizational Leadership
• Social Media
• Student Affairs
• Microsoft Office
• Student Development
• Budget Management
• Staff Development
• Event Planning
• New Student Orientation
• Student Activities