Where sustainable systems meets embodied leadership.

Lead with clarity.
Build systems that support your mission—and your nervous system.

You don’t have to choose between impact and well-being.
My coaching helps nonprofit leaders reconnect to their vision, create sustainable systems, and lead from a more grounded, embodied place.Leading a nonprofit is deeply meaningful—but it can also leave you feeling depleted.
When you're constantly responding to urgent needs, holding the emotional weight of your team, and managing chaotic systems, your body and mind can start sounding the alarm.
I help female nonprofit leaders slow down, regulate, and reconnect—so they can lead sustainably, without abandoning themselves or their mission.

Helping women in nonprofits make a bigger impact — without burning out.

Meet your leadership coach: Summer Slevin

Hey, I’m Summer.
I blend system-building and somatic awareness to help nonprofit leaders like you feel less scattered and more anchored.
As an Executive Director myself, I’ve lived the whirlwind of vision, burnout, and breakthrough. My coaching blends practical strategy with body-based tools so you can lead from a grounded place—not from chronic urgency or exhaustion.Whether you’re stuck in the weeds, emotionally tapped out, or just craving more calm in your leadership, I’m here to help you find your rhythm again.
This is the work of sustainable, embodied leadership—and it starts from within.Through a mix of practical strategy and body-based coaching, I’ll help you untangle the overwhelm, reclaim your clarity, and build rhythms that actually work for your life—and your vision.

How I Can Help

One-on-One Leadership Coaching for Nonprofit Leaders

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all program. It’s a collaborative space where we listen to both your goals and your body’s cues. Whether you need to clarify your vision, refine your systems, delegate with confidence, or simply breathe again — I’ll meet you where you are.Together, we’ll explore:
• The root causes of your overwhelm (not just the symptoms)
• Systems and workflows that actually make space for your vision
• Practices to help you lead with more regulation, clarity, and ease
• What sustainable leadership feels like in your body and in your organizationWe’ll co-create a 90-day roadmap with simple goals, clear systems, and regular coaching support — all tailored to your leadership style and energy.What you’ll walk away with:
More space in your calendar, a clearer head, and a deeper connection to your mission. Many clients cut their hours in half, delegate with confidence, and finally feel like they can breathe again — without letting anything fall through the cracks.Our work blends sustainable strategy with embodied leadership, so you can lead with presence, power, and peace.

🌿 This is for you if...

You’re a passionate woman leading a mission you care deeply about — but lately, it’s felt like you’re carrying the whole thing on your back.
You crave more clarity, calm, and confidence, but your days are filled with decision fatigue, emotional labor, and never-ending to-do lists.You’ve built something beautiful — now you’re wondering:
How do I make this sustainable?
How do I lead without burning out?
And how do I reconnect with the joy and vision that started it all?You’re not looking for another generic productivity hack.
You want support that honors both your strategic mind and your sensitive nervous system.If that sounds like you — you’re in the right place.

Nicole's Transformation: Halving Her Work Hours and Reclaiming Joy

Nicole found herself overwhelmed and on the brink of burnout. Through intentional shifts in her mindset and business operations, she successfully reduced her working hours by more than 50%. This change not only gave her back valuable time but also reignited her passion for her work - and her life.

Take the free assessment

Burnout doesn’t always show up as collapse—it hides in chronic tension, decision fatigue, and disorganized systems.This free Systems Awareness Assessment helps you pause, zoom out, and notice:
• Where your systems are supporting you
• Where your body is signaling stress or overwhelm
• What areas need attention for long-term sustainabilityWhether we work together or not, this is a powerful step toward more embodied leadership.

What clients have said

"This process wasn’t just about my business—it helped me reconnect with what truly matters in my life."

Nicole Clausen of Veterinary Care Logistics

"If you're really committed to working through these challenges, then leadership coaching is a no-brainer. It helped me step out of the weeds and focus on what really matters."

Amanda Diehl of Sky Oro

"[Summer] has been incredible with helping me really stay focused on the main things... it's been a game changer for me."

Michelle Sandler with Shell Creative

"Summer has a process by which she works - that is strategic as well as organized. You won’t regret working with her."

Donna Clark of Drama Club Mama

"Summer is one of the best hires I've ever made."

Jamie Bright of Brighter Together

"Summer actively listens to understand, and makes sound decisions and judgment calls based on the core values and overall goals of the [organization]."

Maghan Flemming

Outcomes You Can Expect

When your systems and nervous system are in sync, this is what’s possible:

  • More time and energy for what actually matters

  • Decisive leadership without second-guessing

  • Clear priorities and strategy without spinning in place

  • A self-sustaining nonprofit—so you can step away and rest

  • Somatic tools to regulate your nervous system

  • Simple team structures that reduce friction

  • Messaging that connects with donors and funders

  • Stronger boundaries and emotional resilience

  • Confident, big-picture decisions backed by clarity and calm

How we can work together

One Call

Just need clarity or movement on something stuck? Book a one-off session to get strategic and embodied insight on things like:

  • Fundraising bottlenecks

  • Burnout and stress management

  • Delegation challenges

  • Hormonal energy patterns

  • Board or team dynamics

  • Reconnecting to your vision

90-Day Plan

Want a game plan, weekly coaching, and access to me whenever you need? Let's see if the 90-day plan is best for you. We take it one quarter at a time and create goals that work for you. No pressure, cancel at any time.

  • Personalized 90-day roadmap with aligned goals

  • Weekly coaching calls (60 minutes)

  • Action items & support that match your capacity

  • Voxer access for on-the-go feedback

  • Sustainable leadership rhythm planning

  • Dashboard to track priorities

  • Call recordings with searchable transcripts

  • Delegation and team communication strategies

  • Board support letter summarizing your progress

See your organization through your board’s eyes.

This short, thoughtful form helps you understand how your board members perceive your mission clarity, team health, and operational systems. Send them this short form to get an outside perspective of your systems.
Their insights can reveal alignment, surface blind spots, and guide better communication and strategy.
It’s quick to complete, and a meaningful step toward building a more connected, sustainable organization — together.

My story

You don't have to burn out to make a bigger impact

For years, I worked alongside visionary leaders—entrepreneurs and nonprofit founders like you—who were brilliant at dreaming big but drowning in the day-to-day.I saw their passion turning into exhaustion. Their purpose felt further and further out of reach, buried under emails, team drama, and endless “urgent” tasks.That’s when I realized something important: leadership isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most. And to figure that out, you need space, clarity, and tools to reconnect with your vision and trust yourself again.This work is personal for me. As an Executive Director of a global nonprofit, I’ve seen and felt the impacts of burn out. I've also seen what’s possible when leaders step out of the weeds, realign with their purpose, and create sustainable systems that actually work. And that’s why I do what I do—so you can create the impact you’ve always dreamed of, without losing yourself in the process.Ready to reclaim your calm and lead with clarity? Book a 30-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

Client wins

"Now the birds are chirping and the business has hit a zen level of success. I’m proud to say that Summer served a key role in getting us there and our investment in her has paid off many times over. ."

Levi Kujala

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