Lumby Consultancy
Services
We specialise in bid writing, project development and delivery, commercial management, stakeholder engagement, activity and event planning, management planning, evaluation and graphic design - a wealth of services on offer to a wide variety of clients as cited below.
Bid Writing & Fundraising
The key to a successful grant application is doing research, allowing adequate time for planning & following funding guidance. We are experienced in bid writing across a range of externally funded grant programmes & producing high quality externally grant funded applications & outline business cases. We work with project teams & key stakeholders to produce tailored fundraising strategies & deliverable action plans. Using our experience we are able to identify fundraising options & develop blended income stream models tailored to short, medium & long term organisation goals.
Project Development & Management
The skills required for project development & project management have significant differences, finding a consultant who can do both is rare. We are well versed in working with & managing large partnerships & multi-disciplinary teams & have experience of fulfilling both the client role & that of an external consultant. We have worked across the whole-life cycle of externally grant funded projects across blue green infrastructure, landscape & built heritage projects & are able to provide project management services at all stages from EOI stage through to project delivery & final evaluation.
Business Planning
Prioritising your ideas & planning out their needs will help define & set firm goals in your business plan. Goals must be achievable, measurable & timely. We have experience of conducting options appraisals & producing comprehensive 10 year business plans with detailed financial appraisals for a wide variety of venues nationally. Working with clients, we use our commercial & business planning skills to drive new initiatives, enhancing productivity & profitability to ensure future resilience & sustainability.
Communication & Engagement
Communication & engagement at all project stages is key to ensuring success & should be used to help shape your project proposals. We are experienced working with diverse communities, increasing engagement & involvement in projects & maintaining excellent relationships. Our work has included the production of a range of consultation, marketing, communication & engagement plans & the delivery of bespoke engagement sessions in the form of focus groups, workshops, interviews, exhibitions & surveys.
Events, Activities & Volunteer Development
Events & activities bring an asset to life. We have extensive experience in producing activity plans across a range of externally funded projects. To inform the plans we carry out audience research, consultation & provide examples of best practice. Having previously managed parkland & wetland events, we have the knowledge to provide advice, co-ordinate & oversee the successful delivery of events & activities ranging from official openings to community celebrations. As part of our offer we can also develop volunteer plans & training programmes & provide support for setting up such groups.
Advice, Training & Mentoring
Getting the right advice & ensuring ongoing learning is key. Cherie has provided advice across a wide variety of projects nationally, and is on the current Register of Specialist Support Services Framework for The National Lottery Heritage Fund & Arts Council England. She is therefore able to provide support & guidance & act as a respectful, critical friend. Cherie has also delivered a range of training sessions to a diverse mix of people from volunteer training, through to monitoring & evaluation training to National Lottery Heritage Fund grantees nationally & is able to offer bespoke training solutions to a diverse mix of clients.
Green Space Management Planning
Management plans help to clarify management aims and objectives, the methods of achieving the objectives & the measures of success. Cherie is a Green Flag Award judge with a wealth of experience in the parks & green spaces sector. As a previous park manager & a current consultant, she has written numerous management plans for an array of formal & natural spaces. We work with management teams, elected members, ecologists, planners & local community groups during the development of management & maintenance plans to ensure buy in & subsequent operational ownership, ensuring long-term sustainability.
Evaluation & Legacy Planning
Monitoring & evaluation is an essential part of any project, it is used to assess performance against baselines & targets. Working with project teams & key stakeholders we can help you embed a monitoring & evaluation culture across your teams, enabling it to shape the project as it is developed & delivered. We are experienced in developing logic models, frameworks & toolkits, delivering lessons learned sessions, undertaking data analysis & producing evaluation reports & case studies for use across a range of media. The evaluation process we embark on with you will encourage engagement & will help to ensure future sustainability through legacy planning.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design & Illustration
Effective graphic design can simplify complex information, making it more accessible & engaging for audiences. With a keen eye for detail & a passion for creating compelling designs, we specialise in crafting customised solutions that will grab your audience's attention & communicate your message with clarity & impact. From logo design & rebranding, maps, visualisations, brochures, consultation boards & social media graphics to data-driven infographics, we will work with you & your partners every step of the way to bring your vision to life, boost awareness & create an impact. A recent project booklet example can be viewed here.
Interpretation
Interpretation is a crucial element to enhancing the visitor experience & promoting a deeper understanding & appreciation of natural, built & cultural environments. It can help visitors to learn about the history, ecology & significance of a place & foster a sense of stewardship. Interpretation can also enrich visitors emotional & intellectual connection with spaces, leading to a more satisfying & memorable experience. We have worked with clients & stakeholders, conducted desktop research & undertaken graphic design producing interpretation boards for natural, historical & cultural situations.
Animation
Animation is a fantastic tool for conveying messages as it allows for the creation of dynamic, visually engaging content that captures the attention of a range of audiences. With animation, complex concepts & abstract ideas can be brought to life in a way that is easily understandable & memorable. Animation can also be used to appeal to different age groups & cultural backgrounds, making it a versatile medium for communication. We have produced animated games & short promotional animations in former roles & have recently developed an animated video focused on reporting flooding.
Videography
Videography & drone footage are powerful methods for capturing the attention of the wider public & delivering messages in a way that is engaging, informative, & visually appealing. The use of motion & sound can help to create an emotional connection with viewers, making the message more impactful. Videos are often used to capture the lifecycle of projects, showcase achievements & celebrate community participation - here's one we produced for LB Barnet about the Halliwick Rec SuDS. Working with clients we utilise our design knowledge & experience to craft compelling videos that exceed expectations.
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