Articulate Consulting partners with developers to build what's next and invest in who's here by helping local projects earn public trust, integrate local businesses and keep progress visible.
The Articulate Advantage
Articulate Consulting sits at the intersection of construction development, economic equity and community trust. We partner with developers, corporations and government agencies to design strategies that are clear wins for local residents with impact that lasts beyond the ribbon cutting.
Trust you can feel: we listen early and communicate clearly.
Opportunity you can measure: local businesses get real access, not the runaround.
Proof you can share: progress tracking + reports that stand up in meetings and compliance audits.
How We're Different
We do the work other firms skip. For developers, we earn community support early so your approval meetings are predictable and we find the local businesses that help you exceed your local participation goals. For government agencies, we design engagement programs that reach the residents who don't usually show up. Either way, no surprises.
Select a service. We’ll help you plan it, run it, and show the results.
Services
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We help cities and public agencies hear from the residents they serve by designing community input programs that capture real feedback and turn it into better decisions.
You get:
A clear engagement plan (who we’re reaching, how, and when)
A feedback summary report with key themes + recommended actions
Documentation you can share with leadership, boards, and the public
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We talk to the community before you break ground surfacing concerns early so they don't become roadblocks later. We plan outreach that reaches real people (not just the usual suspects), summarize what we heard, and show what changed.
You get: Clear themes, Fewer surprises, Stronger trust.
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We connect local and diverse small businesses to real opportunities and track the numbers and document outcomes.
We work closely with project teams to build programs that are realistic, competitive, and aligned with both internal priorities and community expectations, contributing to long-term economic vitality in the places you build.
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We understand how public decisions get made and what decision-makers, boards, and communities need to see to feel confident saying yes. Our role is to help your team show up prepared, credible, and aligned with local priorities. We help you prepare for public decisions with who to brief, what to say, and how to show community benefit.
You get: Stronger proposals and Cleaner approvals.
The People that Power Articulate
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Charisma Adams
PRINCIPAL/LEAD STRATEGIST
Leads high-stakes project strategy that earns trust, aligns decision-makers, and delivers measurable local impact.
Fun Fact: Used to play Chess competitively
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Shauna Smith-Pierre
COMMUNICATIONS & DIGITAL MEDIA
Leads communications and digital strategy to connect with hard-to-reach audiences at scale
Fun Fact: Can sing the entire Hamilton musical from memory
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Jeanette Gordon
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Builds on-the-ground partnerships that turn community relationships into real participation and follow-through.
Fun Fact: Makes at-home floral arrangements to unwind
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Sophia A. Nelson
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Shapes project messaging and media strategy so the story is clear, credible, and community-centered.
Fun Fact: Played four years of college softball
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Janesa Ararao
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Keeps projects moving by managing timelines, deliverables, and details so strategy turns into execution.
Fun Fact: Pet lover with six dogs and three cats
Project Opportunities for Local Businesses
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Oculina
Oculina is a luxury mixed-use development with Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean views. The 25-story, 300-ft, 2 tower project will include 399 condominiums, resort style amenities, a cafe, fast casual and fine dining restaurants, retail and office. Oculina is fully entitled.
Oculina is a Forest Development project.
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15 Cityplace
15 Cityplace will feature almost 1 million square feet inclusive of more than 60,000 square feet of ground-level retail and restaurant space and 40,000 square feet of programmable outdoor space. Both buildings have been designed to create a more sustainable and well-connected neighborhood that looks beyond the buildings and considers the entire community.
15 Cityplace is a Related Ross project.
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West Palm Point
West Palm Point is the World Class A+ office tower that serves as the iconic gateway into Downtown West Palm Beach. This premier office tower stands at 338 feet tall with 23 stories, encompassing 470,000 SF of Class A+ office space. Uniting sculptural form, advanced energy efficiency, and outdoor spaces for gathering and leisure.
West Palm Point is a Cohen Brothers Realty project.
A Peek into our Portfolio of Clients
We are trusted by developers, corporations, municipalities, and mission-driven organizations who are serious about inclusive growth and responsible development.
