Tom O’Connor Consulting Group (TOCG) is a New York City-based consultancy for arts and cultural institutions and leaders, offering two integrated services: organizational strategy and executive search, each guided by a seasoned team of arts professionals.
Our consultants have decades of experience advising and working within arts organizations across the globe, with unique first-hand knowledge that enables them to help you make lasting change in your organization, and move it forward. We have an exceptional track record of helping our clients connect the big picture to the everyday, whether we’re creating a strategic plan or finding the right leadership.
Create plans and strategy.
Design systems and structures.
Increase revenue.
Find the right candidate.
Vet them with a trusted leader.
Prime them for success.
Have one-on-one sessions.
Workshop ideas in confidence.
Overcome personal barriers.
Facilitate collaboration.
Guide your research efforts.
Lean on a thought partner.
Healthy arts organizations require the right strategies, structures, and people, and we are focused on all three. Our team is based across the US and in Sydney, Australia and has an exceptional track record of helping our clients connect the big picture to the everyday and provide tailored solutions and support that help them to thrive.
“Our work and brand is better off thanks to the opportunity to work with TOCG as a sounding board when decisions could use another outside voice.” Hyla London, Director of Marketing and Communications, George Mason University College of Visual and Performing Arts
“His thoughtful and straightforward approach coupled with a clearly articulated vision of actionable benchmarks has given me the confidence to go forward with big ideas.” Sara Villagio, Chief Marketing Officer, Carnegie Hall
“A trusted collaborator - whether the situation calls for a nuanced, independent perspective or a simple gut check.” Kent Davidson, Former Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Brooklyn Academy of Music
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