ABOUT
Welcome to
Hatch Creative Strategy
At Hatch Creative Strategy, we're more than just consultants—we're partners in your mission. Specializing in evaluation and strategy consultancy, we collaborate with purpose-driven organizations to drive meaningful change.
Our Approach
Every organization is unique, which is why we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs and goals. From conducting targeted evaluations to supporting strategy development, we're committed to delivering actionable insights and sustainable solutions that empower your organization to thrive.
Our Specialties
Arts and Culture: We believe in the power of the arts to spark connection, creativity, and change. From storied institutions to grassroots collectives, we help cultural organizations design, evaluate, and grow programs that reflect their communities and deepen their impact.
Environmental Education: Environmental education thrives when it's locally grounded, equity-driven, and built to last. We work with schools, nonprofits, and community partners to design and evaluate programs that build knowledge and agency, shift mindsets, and support the next generation of environmental leaders.
Why Choose Us
Deep Expertise
Our team brings diverse experience across arts, education, environment, and philanthropy. We blend creative thinking with technical rigor to deliver tailored, high-quality insights that reflect the unique goals of each partner we work with.
Collaborative Approach
We believe in the power of collaboration and work closely with your team to co-create solutions that align with your organization's values and objectives.
Commitment to Impact
We're passionate about making a difference and are dedicated to helping you achieve tangible results that drive positive change in your organization and community.
Meet the Team
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Jana Fredricks (she/her) is Founder and CEO of Hatch Creative Strategy, a consultancy dedicated to catalyzing transformative growth and impact in arts, culture, and environmental education. Born and raised in New Orleans, she brings over 15 years of leadership in the arts—from her early work as an arts educator and front-of-house manager at the Contemporary Arts Center and Young Audiences New Orleans, where she designed in-school and after-school dance, theatre, and visual arts programs, to producing large-scale, multidisciplinary events in New York City for venues and festivals such as the Baryshnikov Arts Center and Tribeca Film Festival. Since founding Hatch in 2020, Jana has secured over $5 million in funding and led strategic initiatives with partners including The Andy Warhol Museum, Houston’s Cultural Districts, and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. She holds master’s degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Bologna and a BFA from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, Jana helps organizations harness their strengths, tell their stories, and achieve lasting impact.
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Tegan Ritz McDuffie (she/they) is an artist, organizer, and facilitator committed to fostering meaningful creative encounters and collaborative processes. With extensive international experience in performance-based research and project management—including engagements with Lincoln Center, Adishakti Theatre Laboratory, and NYU Abu Dhabi, Tegan specializes in bringing clarity, curiosity, and thoughtful stewardship to complex initiatives. As a Fulbright Scholar, Tegan focused on technology-mediated performance practices in Berlin, Germany. Tegan holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University and is passionate about advancing equitable practices in the arts, culture, and education sectors.
Let's Collaborate
Let's Collaborate
Ready to take your organization to the next level? Whether you're looking to evaluate the impact of your programs or develop a strategic roadmap for the future, we're here to help. Get in touch with us today to start the conversation.