About Us

Hey there! I’m Lacey, the Founder and CEO of Balanced Good, based in Parry Sound, Ontario. I’m a former in-house fundraiser, turned mom, and entrepreneur. Since founding Balanced Good, I’ve been on a mission to better support parents, staff, and organizations in the non-profit sector by creating realistic workloads that don’t lead to burnout!

I am grateful every day for the opportunity to share my knowledge and experience in team development, leadership, coaching, major gifts, and fundraising best practices with our clients.

Everything we do is driven by the belief that individuals working in the social impact sector are our greatest resource. My team and I believe that, with care and thoughtfulness, social good work can be achieved sustainably and with balance.

We can’t wait to work with you to help bring balance to your organization! 

Hello! I’m Katie, and I’m based in Oakville, Ontario. I am the Managing Director at Balanced Good. I have been working in non-profit leadership for the past 15+ years and have expertise in non-profit management, HR, organizational strategy, board governance, and progressive workplace policy development.

I am dedicated to creating a more equitable and justice-oriented environment for workers in the non-profit sector. My insights on workplace culture and the necessary changes within this sector have been featured in the Toronto Star and Canadian Business. I believe that non-profits can serve as bold agents of change, and I draw on my experience as a community organizer in my work in this field.

I look forward to working with you and your team to create a more equitable non-profit sector where workers can thrive! 

Hi! I’m Alex, based in Peterborough, Ontario, and I am a Director at Balanced Good! With over 15 years of experience fundraising in the non-profit sector, I help lead our short-term and parental leave coverage, coaching, and consulting service and manage our consultants.

I lead fundraising generalist roles for smaller organizations and am comfortable doing all-the-things, as well as leaning into my background in major gifts and corporate partnerships. Relentlessly curious, I love to understand why people care about the causes they care about, and I specialize in building lasting, meaningful relationships with donors and stakeholders.

I believe strongly in people-first leadership. I live our values by encouraging my colleagues and teams to set boundaries, take their vacation (and fully disconnect!), and regularly check in to see if their workload is manageable.

When I’m not at my desk, I'm walking my dogs, volunteering, or enjoying the great outdoors with my spouse.

Let’s work together to build strong, lasting relationships and bring in the revenue you need to make real change!

Hello! I’m Cheyanne, a Director at Balanced Good, based in Brantford, Ontario. With almost ten years of experience in the non-profit and charity sector, I use my expertise to support our clients with building impactful fundraising strategies and annual giving communications. 

I am a passionate fundraiser, driven by delivering big-picture results and exceptional personal experiences for all stakeholders involved. I am most inspired when working with individuals and organizations to build meaningful, collaborative relationships for positive change. I love what I do and come to the social profit sector wholeheartedly, intending to continually learn and grow. 

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time outside, finding new trails with my dog, and gardening!

I look forward to working with your team and contributing my skills to help your organization and the communities you serve thrive. 

Hi! I’m Fernanda, Senior Consultant and Coach at Balanced Good, based in Angus, Ontario. I bring over a decade of experience in the social impact sector, with a background in fundraising, events, communications, and operations. I support non-profit teams by strengthening fundraising strategies, building lasting partnerships, and managing projects that drive meaningful results.

As a certified Life Coach and practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and Hypnotherapy, I integrate mindset and energy work into my coaching to help leaders avoid burnout and lead with confidence. I’m passionate about creating space for non-profit professionals to thrive, both at work and in life.

I’m excited to work with you to build sustainable systems and a more people-centred sector!

Ni hao (你好)! My name is Cynthia and I’m based in lovely Scarborough, Ontario, just three blocks from Bluffer’s Beach. I’m delighted to serve as Senior Consultant + Coach at Balanced Good. I have 15 years’ experience as a fundraiser with a specialization in transformational giving, and have worked in the US and Canada, both as a fundraiser and as part-time faculty. I am focused on inclusive leadership and love the creativity that goes into finding the right fit between funder and charity. I am also committed to continuous learning and enjoy the challenge of breathing through the discomfort of the unknown, and getting others excited at what is possible. 

I’m looking forward to working with you to help turn dreams into reality.

Hello! I’m Katherina (she/her), and I’m thrilled to be part of this vibrant community.

I’m a passionate and purpose-driven nonprofit leader with over 15 years of experience spanning fundraising, operations, programs, and strategic development. Known for being a collaborative nonprofit generalist with a strong equity lens, I bring a deep commitment to creating lasting impact through trust, care, and curiosity.

Throughout my career, I’ve led complex initiatives, coached diverse teams, and guided organizations through meaningful change. I’ve had the privilege of working with nonprofits championing children and youth, mental health, and disability inclusion—always striving to build strong partnerships and sustainable systems grounded in shared values and community connection.

Outside of work, you can find me making memories with my family, getting creatively messy in my art studio, writing poetry, or tackling a challenging puzzle just for fun.

Let’s connect, collaborate, and spark change—together!

Hello! I’m Arezoo, and I’m a Senior Consultant and Coach at Balanced Good! 

I bring over a decade of experience in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector, with a focus on organizational growth, fund development, and transformative leadership. From growing grassroots initiatives into funded organizations to helping teams across Canada design values-driven strategies grounded in care, I bring a creative and strategic lens to building sustainability in the nonprofit sector. Supporting nonprofit leaders, especially founders, and guiding justice-oriented organizations through transitions is at the heart of my work. 

Outside of work, I’m passionate about arts and culture, often attending film festivals, gallery exhibitions, and performances, and you can usually find me staying active at a neighbourhood hot yoga studio. 

Let’s work together to guide your team through complex change - rooted in relationship-building, deep listening, and a strong belief in community-led solutions.