About
About Brad
Brad Jacobs is the founder of Compass Strategy & Coaching, a consulting practice focused on helping organizations strengthen strategy, leadership, governance, and execution.
Brad brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across business, sport, the charitable sector, and community organizations. His work is grounded in practical experience, strong relationships, and a clear understanding of how organizations grow, govern themselves, and navigate change.
Over the course of his career, Brad has worked in senior leadership roles, supported major initiatives, advised boards and executives, and helped organizations move from ideas to action. His experience includes organizational development, board governance, fundraising strategy, operations, leadership support, and stakeholder engagement.
What sets Brad apart is his ability to bring both strategic thinking and practical execution. He understands governance and leadership, but also the day-to-day realities organizations face when trying to make progress.
Compass Strategy & Coaching was built to provide thoughtful, credible, and hands-on support to organizations that want to improve, grow, and lead with greater clarity.
Representative Clients Include
Compass Strategy & Coaching has supported a range of organizations across business, nonprofit, sport, post-secondary education, and community development. Representative clients include Queen’s University Development Office, Special Olympics PEI, Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation, CNIB, Bare Bones Distillery, The Savoy Theatre, Colbourne Auto, Hockey Nova Scotia Female Hockey Council, New Waterford Credit Union, Cape Breton University, and Cape Breton Partnership.
One Brand.
Two Practices.
Shared Purpose.
Compass Strategy & Coaching is the umbrella identity for the firm, bringing together two distinct practices under a shared philosophy of clear thinking, practical guidance, and people-centered support. Compass Advisory serves corporate and business clients with a focus on strategy, governance, leadership, and organizational effectiveness. Charity Coach serves nonprofit, charitable, and community organizations with consulting rooted in mission, people, and sustainable progress.
Why Compass?
The compass symbolizes direction, progress, and the ability to navigate change with purpose. It reflects the kind of support clients are looking for: clear thinking, trusted guidance, and confidence in decision-making.