The future belongs to the disruptors.
The people who create radical change by challenging complacent business models, industries, and ways of working.
That’s who we are.
We were born to disrupt a broken consulting industry, to show what’s possible when accountability is tied to value-creation.
At Inspire11, client incentives rule and we structure every interaction aligned to this north star to create the ultimate level of business agility. This enables us to deliver smarter, faster and with iterative value as quickly as the first week.
Our 11x Effect is a smart, practical, effective, and aligned approach to delivering projects of any scale that continue to deliver long-term value through dynamic infrastructures.
Founded in 2016, Inspire11 has grown to over 300 employees delivering innovative solutions across the globe with hubs in Chicago, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Dallas, and Detroit. We have an exclusive network of talent in the Balkans that enable us to innovate and deliver at the highest capacity and with competitive value.
We’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get messy to create a future where everyone has a greater stake in the game.
What makes you tick?
At Inspire11, we believe the heartbeat of our organization lies in the unique passions and motivations of each team member, our Elevens. “What makes you tick?” is a candid exploration of the diverse elements that energize and inspire us – from professional skills and individual hobbies to inspiring routines and interests.
Watch to discover the myriad of ways our Elevens stay inspired, engaged, and passionately committed to redefining the future of consulting.
Amy Elgin
Richard Pursley
Stara Creamer
Gaurav Kamboj
Ridhi Patel
Noah Schneider
Our Values
Our values serve as the bedrock principles that guide our actions and decisions. They embolden us to challenge conventions, shape our culture, foster collaboration, and forge a path forward, ensuring we remain steadfast as we grow and evolve.
Awards and recognition
We’re in it for our people, clients and communities. We’ve found that with this as the north star, other great things happen.
Our fearless leaders
Our leaders are passionate about driving growth and success for our clients and people. They are dedicated to building an inclusive culture of collaboration and creativity, and they are committed to delivering excellence in everything they do.
Stephanie Feeney
Managing Director, Chicago
Drew Heckman
Managing Director
Hanon Hines
Human Resources Director
Melissa Hirst
General Counsel
Brian Kim
Managing Director, Private Equity Services
Scott Smith
Managing Director & Head of Client Services
Alban Mehmeti
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Hans Nelson
Co-Founder & President
Keith Quiring
Managing Director, Minneapolis
Kevin Schaffer
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Jake Schwartz
Managing Director, Business Development
Laura Sundberg
Chief Marketing Officer
Rick Whitney
Managing Director, Detroit
Adam Wolocko
Managing Director
Our people’s stories
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