Who We Are

Patricia H. Partnow, Ph.D.
An anthropologist and educator with more than 40 years of experience designing and implementing cultural and educational programs and projects throughout Alaska.

Seth L. Partnow, J.D.
An attorney with a degree in Economics, a lifelong Alaskan specializing in program evaluation, statistical analysis, strategic visioning, and writing.

Our Associates

Partnow Consulting works with other professionals when additional skills and talents are needed. We are pleased to introduce our associate Shirley Mae Springer Staten, who frequently works with us as a co-evaluator.

Shirley Mae Springer Staten, M.A.

A 30-year resident of Alaska and expert at planning and holding conferences and workshops for diverse cultures, particularly those whose goal is to help participants explore their cultural heritages.

Raven's Group

In addition, we often work with the contracting firm Raven's Group, consisting of January O'Connor and Nate O'Connor. Click here for more information on Raven's Group: https://www.ravensgroupak.com

January and Nate O'Connor formed Raven's Group LLC in 2018. Partnow Consulting works with Raven's Group to provide complete project services, from program management to evaluation and reporting.

January O'Connor, M.A.

A lifelong resident of Alaska, January brings a rural perspective from her childhood home of Kake, along with degrees in psychology and teaching. She has been involved with rural youth since completing her undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Nathanael O'Connor, B.A.

Nate's interests lie in linguistics and language learning and youth programming. He has worked with Alaska's rural youth for the past decade as they prepare to enter and succeed in high education.

What We Do

Vision + Follow-through

Planning, managing, and evaluating educational and cultural programs, projects, and organizations

 

Grant writing

Designing and implementing exciting, effective, and accessible educational materials related to Alaska's cultures

Ethnographic research specializing in Alaska's cultures

Our Mission

One World. Many Faces. We are dedicated to the greater understanding and mutual knowledge among people of different cultures.

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