Who We Are
Meet the team helping mission-driven organizations grow stronger.

Rod Gardner
Founder & Managing Partner
At the core of Rod’s work is a simple belief: meaningful relationships and strategic collaboration can transform organizations and communities. Rod’s background consists of working over 20 years both in social services as well as working for small businesses. He takes pride in his ability to fully address the needs of his customers, and provides them with the best outcome through working diligently & timely follow-up. Through Innovative Kindness, he continues to focus on building trusted connections that help nonprofit leaders grow stronger together.

Luke Cannon Preslar
Co-Founder & Partner
With a background spanning technology, business development, and social impact consulting, Luke brings a unique perspective to organizational challenges, combining systematic thinking with a strong commitment to community-centered outcomes. Luke's work is focused on helping purpose-driven leaders build stronger foundations though technology and business systems alike.
