Who We Are
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Big Thought
Your
Partner in Learning
Through a suite of consulting services and evidence-based best practices, Big Thought Institute partners with organizations to help create and support the implementation of innovative learning solutions. We are consultants, coaches and analysts who will collaborate with your team and share our knowledge and expertise to create exceptional educational experiences for all youth.
Big Thought Institute is part of Big Thought, an education-focused nonprofit that empowers and equips youth to Create Great. Big Thought works with youth to channel their voice and creativity into shaping their best lives and a better world.
Our
Innovative Learning Solutions
Big Thought Institute empowers educators, organizations and systems to effectively teach, engage and support youth in reaching their full potential. We help design innovative programs, build capacity through training educators and provide actionable insights to improve program efficacy, leveraging best practices developed from 30+ years of experience working with schools, districts, universities and the private sector.
Our Approach
Our Team
Greg MacPherson
Chief Officer
Big Thought Institute
LeAnn Binford
Senior Director
Consulting Services
Lela Bell-Wesley
Senior Director
Big Thought Institute
Toni Freeman
Project Manager
Consulting Services
Chris Evetts
Project Manager
Consulting Services
Julia DeLeon
Manager
Professional Learning
Tyra Cole
Data Analyst
Research & Evaluation
Our Impact Since 2020*
Serving clients locally, regionally and nationally.
Through:
25+ Local Education Agencies (LEAs)
15+ nonprofits and Institutes of Higher Education (IHEs)
10 corporations and venues
High client satisfaction:
Net Promoter Score of 73.7 (“Excellent”)
8 out of 10 clients and training recipients would recommend BTI to a colleague or partner
*as of August 2025