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People & Operations Consulting

Empowering, People-First Solutions

Let us be the steady partner you can rely on to
handle the complexities of scaling, operations, and people strategy, leaving you free to focus
on your business's core goals.

Services

From consultancy to project management, we offer a variety of services designed to support your needs and help you achieve your goals.

Let's chat today to find the perfect solution for your business challenges!

Standard Operating Procedures

Document detailed standard operating procedures that enhance consistency and facilitate scalability for your business.

Process

Optimization

Refine processes and procedures to improve efficiency, lower expenses, and boost your business's overall productivity.

Strategic Onboarding

Plan

Tailored onboarding plans that ensure a seamless transition and maximize team member engagement from day one.

Employee

Resource Portal

Create a centralized hub for accessing essential information, improving collaboration and communication across your organization.

About

I'm Meredith Englehart, MSSW

Welcome to Bowside People & Operations Consulting, your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of growth, operations, and people strategy.

At Bowside, we focus on building streamlined processes and practices that empower your business and your team, ensuring smoother operations, greater transparency, and a more engaging experience for everyone involved.

Founded by Meredith Englehart, a masters-level social worker with experience in scaling startups, optimizing global HR operations, and nonprofit program management, Bowside brings a people-first approach to every client and project.

Let Bowside provide the steady leadership you need to focus on what you do best: driving your business forward.

What's In A Name?

Why the name "Bowside"?

Just under a year ago, Meredith fell in love with the sport of rowing...

The seat closest to the front (or bow) of the boat is called the "bow seat." This person is responsible for setting a steady rhythm and helping steer the boat.

The bow seat plays a crucial role in balance, precision, maintaining smooth movement, and helping guide the boat’s direction, often acting as a stabilizer for the entire crew.

Similarly, Bowside People & Operations Consulting embodies the role of the bow seat—providing steady leadership, ensuring balance, and guiding organizations toward smooth, forward momentum while empowering the entire team to row together effectively.

Kiki Reis, Director of Advancement

"Meredith is an exceptional HR consultant who recently provided invaluable support during a critical period of strategic onboarding planning. Meredith’s expertise in HR was evident from the outset, and her contributions have had a lasting positive impact on our organization.

She approached the project with a level of thoroughness and attention to detail that was truly impressive. She quickly identified key pain points in our current system, many of which had previously gone unnoticed. Meredith not only highlighted these areas but also provided clear and actionable context, which was crucial for our understanding and improvement of the onboarding experience for new staff.

One of Meredith’s most notable strengths is her ability to deliver practical solutions that meet organizational needs. She recommended and provided a range of onboarding tools that have since become integral to our training process. These tools have greatly enhanced our ability to train new employees efficiently and effectively, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute to our mission from day one.

Working with Meredith was a seamless experience. She was fast, efficient, and demonstrated a high level of professionalism throughout the entire process. Her ability to deliver results in a timely manner was particularly appreciated, as it allowed us to implement the necessary changes without delay.

I wholeheartedly recommend Meredith to any organization in need of HR expertise. Her ability to assess, plan, and implement effective onboarding strategies is second to none. Meredith’s contributions have been instrumental in improving our onboarding process, and I am confident she will bring the same level of excellence to any project she undertakes."