Who we are
Carly Williams (she/they) is the Founder & Principal Consultant of Fiddlehead Strategies. With extensive experience in building and leading teams, overhauling operational systems, and launching impactful initiatives, Carly is dedicated to supporting mission-driven, values-aligned organizations and small businesses in Maine.
Carly's career includes launching special projects and running programs for nonprofits in NYC, Boston, and abroad, and serving as a core leader at Panorama Education during its growth from $2 million to $50 million in annual revenue and 3 million to 15 million students served.
Now back in Maine, Carly specializes in organizational strategy, operations, and program development, aiming to guide organizations through strategic transformations. Carly enjoys collaborating across teams to build a strong approach and successfully implement change. Her embedded consulting approach has consistently led to increased organizational impact, better experiences for staff and constituents, and more effective systems throughout an organization.
Originally from Nobleboro, Maine, Carly lives in South Portland with their partner and two cats, Cabinet and Popcorn Sue. Carly loves to garden and adventure with friends.
Get in touch with Carly at carly@fiddleheadstrategies.com.
Network of Professionals
Fiddlehead Strategies partners with a number of specialists to leverage other skillsets as needed on projects.
“Carly is an incredible teammate. I was introduced to Carly in 2022 and feel so fortunate to have worked with her in the two years since then. Carly has consistently risen to the top of our list of consultants to work with here in Maine, and that’s because Carly is truly one of a kind when it comes to getting projects done in a way that is inclusive and goal focused.
She is strategic, thoughtful, and kind in her work and relationships. Carly is not afraid to dive into projects with aplomb, and she ensures she knows all players at the table through partnership and conversation. She is extremely reliable, great on details, and her ability to connect decisions to the big picture ensures that her work consistently makes a large impact.
Any business or nonprofit organization would be so lucky to have Carly on their team for projects and initiatives that require expertise, strategy, and an inclusive approach!”
