Bridging the gap from intention to reality
Moving organizations and leaders from ideas through action
Advisors who've been where you're going
Ethos Advisors is a dedicated, experienced team of distinct voices with a shared commitment to thinking, planning and acting strategically in service of our clients. We partner with CEOs and boards of mission-driven organizations to strengthen governance, align strategy, improve decision-making and build the organizational capacity needed for long-term success.
STRATEGIC PLANNING & VISIONING
Turn direction into habit, not pages in a binder.
CEO & EXECUTIVE ADVISING
A real partner for the seat at the top.
LEADERSHIP TRANSITION & SUCCESSION
Change leaders without losing momentum.
BOARD DEVELOPMENT & GOVERNANCE
Make governance a strength, not a headache.
ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT & OPERATING MODEL
An honest look at how you are built and run.
STRATEGIC INTELLIGENCE & MEMBER INSIGHT
Turn data into direction.
Meet Our Advisors
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Lindsey K. Nelson, MBA, CAE
Founder & Principal Advisor
Lindsey is an accomplished association executive known for helping CEOs and boards turn vision into disciplined, sustainable action. With 20 years of leadership across national and global associations, she brings strategic clarity, operational rigor and a deep understanding of executive pressure points. Lindsey is recognized for simplifying complexity, building systems that support long-term success, and creating alignment across boards, staff, and stakeholders. -
Greg Fine, FASAE, CAE
Founding Advisor
Greg is a nationally recognized association executive and advisor with 25+ years of experience strengthening governance, elevating strategy, and guiding organizations through complex change. A former CEO and senior executive, he understands the realities of the top seat — balancing vision, culture, stakeholders and constant expectations. Greg is known for his candor, energy and ability to help leaders get unstuck with insight that quickly translates into action. -
Jim Meffert
Founding Advisor
Jim is a seasoned association executive and strategist with 30+ years of experience across national associations, nonprofit coalitions and advocacy organizations. He brings a rare blend of systems thinking, strategic insight and deep empathy for the realities CEOs face — always grounded in honest conversation and shared commitment. Known as "the calm in the storm," Jim excels at guiding groups through tough issues, competing agendas, and moments of uncertainty.
Are you ready to turn strategy into transformation?
