who we are.
Founded in 2022, Journey Beyond Consulting (JBC) emerged from a vision to empower communities through connection and resilience. Our journey began when a group of passionate Native American professionals recognized the need for consulting services that honor Indigenous values and promote collaborative growth. Drawing on our rich cultural heritage and deep understanding of community dynamics, we set out to create a firm that not only supports clients but also uplifts the communities they serve.
mission
To empower individuals and organizations to realize their potential through creativity, connection, and strategic vision—creating a world where everyone can operate with the freedom and fulfillment that comes from true alignment.
our core values
Learning and Growth
Learning and Growth We value continuous learning and development, both for ourselves and our clients, fostering a culture of curiosity and improvement.
Cultural Respect
Community Empowerment
Connection
meet our founder
courtney
richardson
Courtney Richardson, Founder and Growth Strategist, began Journey Beyond Consulting with a vision to help people, businesses create and grow! Whether it’s instructional design support, facilitation, or diversity, equity, inclusion programming, Journey Beyond Consulting is fully equipped to support organizations looking to improve outcomes for their service community. Over the last decade, Courtney has worked in a number of industries across Eastern North Carolina such as education, city government, and healthcare.
Courtney deeply values her connections to the community and is a proud member of the Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe of Hollister, North Carolina. Courtney graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography & Human Activity, and from East Carolina University with a Masters Degree in Adult Education. She also holds a certification in Trauma and Resilience with Florida State University and Area L. AHEC. Founded in 2022, Journey Beyond Consulting has collaborated with many non-profits and organizations across the U.S.
