Get to Know Us
This is our amazing team. Let us tell you more about them!
Brooke Grigsby
Executive Administrator
Brooke is a resourceful, innovative, and proactive independent thinker who doesn't need much supervision or direction. As Executive Assistant and Wife of Dr. Grigsby, she brings warmth, support, and organization to all Grigsby Consulting adventures.
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Stephonia Taylor McLinn, BA
HR and Licensed Benefits Consultant
Stephonia Taylor McLinn joins our team as a seasoned HR and Licensed Benefits Consultant, bringing 25 years of experience in the business consulting arena. A graduate of Loyola Marymount University with a BA in Business Administration, Stephonia has developed a robust expertise in bookkeeping, payroll administration, human resources, and insurance.
Her career has been marked by impressive achievements, including her tenure with the Birmingham, AL city government, where she served under three mayors. Stephonia’s diverse skill set extends beyond consulting; she has also photographed multiple United States Presidents and currently freelances as a journalist for various news agencies.
With her multifaceted background and a keen eye for detail, Stephonia is dedicated to providing innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. Her commitment to excellence and passion for the industry make her a valuable addition to our team.
Kayla Lynch, MBA, MA
Business & Nonprofit Consultant
Kayla is a highly accomplished 5th-year Business and Nonprofit consultant who brings a unique perspective and expertise to Grigsby clients. She holds an MBA in Nonprofit Leadership from Marshall University, where she gained comprehensive knowledge and skills in strategic planning, financial management, and organizational development. Kayla's expertise in business development and technology has played a pivotal role in helping organizations navigate complex challenges, identifying opportunities for growth, streamlining operations, and implementing cutting-edge solutions to achieve their goals.
Jennifer Noel
HR and Marketing Consultant
Jennifer is a native to North Mississippi with 35 years of experience in Business to Business Consulting, Sales and Services. With a proven track record, she takes a true consultant approach in partnering with her clients and helps in identifying their needs and providing the best solutions possible. Today’s business environment is highly competitive and Jennifer’s passion for her client’s success in all areas, is unsurpassed with her knowledge, strategic planning skills and results oriented solutions. She delivers a wide range of expertise in Business Management, Accounting, Operations, Human Resources, Corporate Training, Marketing, Public Relations and Event Planning.
James Brown, Jr. BA
Business, HR, and Benefits Advisor
James Brown is a seasoned professional with a diverse background that spans over 25 years in various sectors. A graduate of Miles College in Business, A proud retired Navy veteran, James brings a disciplined and strategic approach to his work. He spent 25 years in the financial sector, where he honed his expertise in IT while working at IBM. His extensive experience also includes 20 years specializing in benefits and administration, allowing him to develop a deep understanding of employee needs and organizational dynamics.
Now, as a Business, HR, and Benefits Advisor at Grigsby Consulting, James is dedicated to leveraging his comprehensive knowledge to help businesses optimize their human resources and benefits strategies. His unique blend of military precision, technical acumen, and sector-specific experience makes him an invaluable asset to the Grigsby team and their clients. James is committed to fostering effective solutions that enhance workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Jesse Miles, BA
Business & Nonprofit Consultant
Jesse Miles is a consummate professional who combines his passion for service with a robust skill set in client engagement, strategic bookkeeping, and project management. His Christian faith and commitment to lifelong learning inform his consultative approach, ensuring that each client benefits from his dedication to excellence and continuous improvement. As a voracious reader and writer, Jesse’s pursuit of knowledge translates into innovative strategies tailored to the unique needs of each business, fostering growth and success in a partnership that values integrity and shared progress.
Gavin Loague, BA
Business & Nonprofit Consultant
Gavin is a dynamic business consultant with a strong background in sales, bringing a fresh perspective to organizational growth and client relations. His passion for inspiring positive change drives everything he does. As a graduate from The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Collat School of Business, he excels in identifying market opportunities and crafting tailored solutions. He is committed to leveraging sales expertise to deliver impactful business results and dedicated to helping organizations achieve their goals and maximize their potential.
Rhiannon Welton, BA
Design Specialist
Rhiannon has specialized in design and development in pro-life endeavors. She has a heart for missions and getting people the help they need efficiently, whether it be in the personal or professional realm. Rhiannon has created multiple websites, thousands of social media creations, and had extensive, compassionate messaging with clients. Additionally, she is working on the nonprofit Benevolife in hopes to increase connectivity between Christ-centered, life-affirming resources in a multitude of service sectors and have them available to people in need.
Cindy Hodo, MSS
Duke Certified Professional Integrative Health & Wellness Coach
Cindy is a lifestyle entrepreneur, business owner, connecter, wife, and parent.
Unexpected life challenges fueled her passion to learn as much as she could about wellness and how it effects the entire person – Mind, Body and Spirit. This 20-year journey led Cindy to discover Duke Integrative Medicine’s professional integrative health coach training program. Duke’s intensive certification process taught her how to be an authentic integrative health and wellness coach.
Edward Vines, J.D., M.A.
Business Consultant & Business Leadership Development Coach
Edward Vines brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our team, with a distinguished background in law, counseling, and Christian apologetics. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling from Samford University, a Juris Doctor from Birmingham School of Law, and a Master’s in Christian Apologetics from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Additionally, he has earned a Professional Coach Certificate from the Fowler International Academy of Coaching.
Edward has served as a District Judge for eight years and a Municipal Judge for two years. He also has five years of experience as a Corporate Chaplain and is a successful mediator with a strong track record. As a current member of the Alabama Private Judge and Mediator Rosters, Edward continues to contribute his legal expertise to the community.
In addition to his legal work, Edward is a passionate author and life coach. He writes a weekly Christian devotion published by over a dozen newspapers nationwide. As the Founder and President of Faith Fortress Ministries, he leads efforts to support an orphanage in India, assist widows with HIV, and provide Christian apologetics training seminars to pastors and churches worldwide. Edward has presented on topics of law, Christianity, and culture in six countries and developed Alabama’s only faith-based legal continuing education seminar for lawyers.
Edward is dedicated to helping individuals improve their careers, finances, and personal lives through his life coaching practice.
Who Am I?
William J. Grigsby, Ph.D.
Dr. Bill has over 16 years of experience as a Business and Nonprofit Consultant. He has helped organizations of all sizes and sectors navigate a wide range of issues and challenges. From strategic planning and operational efficiency to fundraising and stakeholder engagement, he brings a comprehensive toolkit of solutions and strategies to help clients achieve their goals and maximize their impact. Whether you're a startup looking to scale, a nonprofit seeking to enhance your community impact, or a mature business looking to optimize your operations, Dr. Bill can provide tailored guidance and support to help you achieve success. With a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges facing businesses and nonprofits today, He can help you navigate the complex landscape of organizational management and achieve sustainable growth and impact.
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