Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)

Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) – February 2020- The Institute conducted an assessment of basic agency services programs across Appalachia that explored processes, costs, and outcomes to identify the best model for construction project management. The analysis compared the performance of state and federal basic agencies, offered insight into potential gaps, and provided recommendations for operational efficiencies and effectiveness.  

The Luzerne Foundation- October 2019 – The Institute assisted The Luzerne Foundation in its strategic planning process by assessing community needs, foundation impact, and perceptions. Various stakeholder groups were interviewed and surveyed in order to determine where the organization could improve or change, and to identify benefits or strengths of the foundation. The data informed subsequent recommendations for action.