TYLER FISHER & TRAILMARK STRATEGIES
Experienced Nonprofit and Advocacy Leader
Tyler Fisher is an experienced leader in the nonprofit, philanthropic, and advocacy sectors. With over a decade of experience as a jack-of-all-trades in the democracy reform movement, he is continuing to contribute to the field with high impact organizations while beginning advocacy work in other social change sectors, especially mental health advocacy and philanthropy.
Trailmark Strategies
Tyler Fisher is the Principal of Trailmark Strategies, a boutique consulting firm that works with philanthropists and activists to change the world.
Trailmark’s name recognizes that any social change actor — whether they be a philanthropist, advocacy professional, elected official, civil servant, or somebody else — is on a journey. That journey must be marked by signs you are on the right track, benchmarks to know how far you have gone, and maps to guide your future trek.
Philanthropic Advising
Tyler advises philanthropic leaders on how to make the largest impact. He can help design grant-making strategies, diligence grantees, evaluate impact, and operationalize giving.
Operational Excellence
Tyler works with nonprofit and advocacy organizations to define where they should be headed and how to get there more effectively. He is a seasoned strategic planner, team leader, program builder, and researcher.
I work at the intersection of impact and joy
Testimonials
Dominick Scafidi
Small Business Owner
Former Direct Report of Tyler's
"Tyler is extremely passionate about the election reform movement in the United States and has brought innovative solutions to an industry that sometimes likes to rest on its laurels."
Beth Hladick,
Research & Outreach Director, Unite America
Former Direct Report of Tyler's
"Tyler has taught me professional and programmatic skills you can’t put a price tag on, and led a team with regular glimmers of inspiration, humility, and necessary pragmatism. I owe so much of my growth and development to his coaching."
David Sasaki,
Independent Consultant
Former Vendor of Tyler's
"Tyler is the rare grantmaker who balances rigorous analysis and genuine empathy. He builds authentic relationships with grantees while always pushing for meaningful impact. Any team would be lucky to have his analytical mind and collaborative approach."
Cynthia Richie Terrell,
Executive Director, RepresentWomen
Former Grantee Supported by Tyler
"Tyler is a thoughtful listener, an excellent sounding board, a strategic thinker, and a highly skilled ally who has helped to bring cohesion to a group of reformers who often have divergent theories of change. Tyler has a gift for playing many roles at once: he is an exceptional coach, an encouraging teammate, and a visionary leader."
Elizabeth Battiste
Principal, Galvanize Public Relations
Former Vendor of Tyler's
"One of the most savvy political strategists I know and an exceptional team player, Tyler combines innovative thinking with a collaborative approach to consistently deliver results. His ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and focus, while fostering strong relationships, makes him an invaluable asset to any team."
Kevin Kosar
Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute
Former Grantee Supported by Tyler
"I have worked with many foundations and philanthropists, and I can tell you that Tyler Fisher is tops. He has been instrumental in supporting a range of organizations who were studying the intense political polarization in America and to devise reforms that would turn down the political temperature and bolster bargaining and problem-solving by public officials. "