We respond
to your many needs
as a team leader.

Launching and leading teams thoughtfully means pulling many kinds of leadership and resources together. We like to support your whole team as you get up and running or need to refresh your game plan.

We are a focused team led by Ratna Amin. Ratna’s work is characterized by "Awareness-Based Systems Change," a participatory methodology that uncovers the hidden cultural and political dynamics within organizations to unlock stalled progress. She teams with top-notch partner consultants such as co-facilitators, graphic recorders and business process designers to meet your needs. She also holds strategic advisory roles and board roles aligning infrastructure with community values. Her foundations are urban planning, computer science, and education. She has extensive experience in local politics and working with elected officials.

  • "Ratna is an outstanding thinker, analyst, strategist, and visionary. She unites people to achieve meaningful outcomes, regardless of complexity. Her ability to analyze issues and develop effective strategies is unparalleled. Working with her on the California High-Speed Rail project showcased her invaluable knowledge and team management skills. Ratna approaches transportation holistically, considering city integration, equity, and user experience. Her warm personality and team spirit make her an inspiration!"

    ~ Heidi Sokolowsky

  • "Working with Ratna during the Connect SF process was a highlight for me. She stood out as the forward-thinking transportation leader we need, being innovative, practical, and collaborative. Ratna transcended traditional transportation thinking in an inclusive, productive way, pushing our group’s thinking, reframing core assumptions, and highlighting key facts and research. She supported me personally and professionally, guiding us through the challenging process. I look forward to working with her more as we shape the future.”

    ~ Nicole-Anne "Nicole" Boyer

  • “Ratna is a smart, astute leader in her field and an inspiration for women in technical fields. I've learned a lot from working with her. Despite her deep transportation knowledge, she explains complex concepts clearly and values others' opinions. She has made SPUR a thought leader in Bay Area transportation policy, and I'm excited to see her future contributions.”

    ~ Vanessa Bilanceri

+Team Development and Collaboration

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+Media and Narrative Stratregy

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+Organizational Visioning and Planning

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+Remarkable Gatherings

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+Visual Strategy

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+Foresight and Business Planning

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+National Leadership and Influence

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+Efficient Operations