• Need to connect with the right people?

  • Need to tell your story in a way to create loyalty and gain followers?

  • Want to make a lasting impression to help your organization grow?

Patrick Willis Strategic Consulting has a twenty-five year history of making good things happen for people in East Texas and metropolitan areas beyond.

See how Patrick Willis will make that happen for you.

Who We Are

Meet the dynamic duo behind Patrick Willis Strategic Consulting.

PATRICK D. WILLIS

Chief Executive Officer

LAURA ZORN

Special Assistant to CEO/Client Liaison

Patrick Willis Strategic Consulting is a small firm that gets big results.

We intentionally work to keep overhead low and quality high. Patrick and Laura are the heart of our agency, but they are supported by a cadre of experts in all areas of the services we provide.

Patrick Willis Strategic Consulting is the East Texas Regional Affiliate of The NonProfit Group (Dallas, TX).

Patrick Willis Strategic Consulting is a proud member of the Texas Creative Alliance.

  • Non-Profit Fundraising + Philanthropic Counsel

    Patrick Willis has a long history of helping organizations discover new strategic directions for success. Patrick’s perspective can help you find strengths and opportunities you may not have even considered. We can also help you identify and mitigate challenges you are facing, as well those you might not see coming.

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  • Public Relations + Relationship Building

    It’s common sense when you think about it: We most often trust what is said by people that we know, people with whom we have a relationship. Patrick has spent many years fostering deep relationships with organizations and leaders throughout the region.

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  • Political Consulting

    The foundation of every successful political campaign is a well-constructed marketing and communication strategy. We know that one size definitely does not fit all in this realm. Patrick Willis listens and learns with the ultimate goal of crafting your message to connect with constituents.

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  • Professional Training Series

    Patrick Willis has developed training programs such as the 5 Core Stages of Non-Profit Organizations™ and 7 Arenas of Infinite Possibilities™ to educate organizations on proven methods and programs to enhance their success.

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WHY WE DO IT

That’s simple. We enjoy helping good people realize dreams that help our community. In short, we like making good things happen for our clients and our regional neighbors. It’s rewarding.

This philosophy doesn’t limit us to the non-profit world. We have found that successful businesses of all types improve the world with the goods and services they offer.

The common denominator is that we only work with businesses and individuals  that are ethical and friendly to consumers and to our community. We have cultivated many outstanding connections based on our integrity … and theirs. That’s something of great value that we look for in our clients as well.

If you have a dream that helps those around you and you need help in making it a reality, please contact us. We’d like to talk.

We listen.

Every client is different. We spend a great deal of time getting to know you and your needs before starting the clock.

 

We learn.

We realize that we don’t have all the answers. But together, we will find them. We learn and we help you see perspectives you may have overlooked.


We plan.

We strategize with you and put the plan into a clear presentation. We then come back and share our rationale and tactics. After getting your feedback, we revise the plan until you are comfortable with moving ahead.


We act.

We don’t just provide ideas on moving ahead and leave you on your own to implement them. We’re there with you, every step of the way, enacting the plan at whatever level you prefer. This is where the magic really begins.

 

We Get Results.

None of this matters unless you get your desired outcome. Please read our Client Stories for real-world examples of how we’ve made good things happen for others in the words of those we have served.

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Select Current and Past Clients

  • Action Fund of Anderson County, Palestine, Texas

  • Byers Family Partnership, Ltd.

  • Christus Trinity Mother Frances Health System

  • Crisis Center of Anderson & Cherokee Counties, Palestine & Jacksonville, Texas

  • East Texas Baptist University, Marshall, Texas

  • East Texas Symphony Orchestra

  • Bishop Thomas K. Gorman High School

  • KETK, NBC Affiliate, Nexstar Communications

  • Main Street Alabama, Birmingham

  • St. Paul Children’s Services

  • Texas Area Fund Foundation, Palestine, Texas

  • Tyler Junior College

  • Tyler Civic Theatre Center

  • Tyler Proud

  • United Way of Tyler/Smith County

  • West Oak Property Development

Full Client List

Client Stories

  • “I’d literally jump out of a plane for Patrick...”

    Shannon Dacus - Trial Attorney and Principal at Dacus Law

    Full Story

  • “Patrick Willis has been able to merge creative intuition and vision with genuine warmth, great taste, and abundant social skills...”

    Lana Peacock - Executive Director, East Texas Crisis Center

    Full Story

  • “He is thoughtful, practical, realistic, budget-oriented and experienced.”

    Clay White - Judge-Elect, Smith County Court At Law 3

    Full Story

We want to hear from you.

patrick@willistyler.com
(903) 939-3186 - Main Office Line

Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 7575
Tyler, Texas 75711

Location:
People’s Petroleum Building
Suite 1300
Downtown Tyler, Texas