Relumed: TO BE rekindled OR relit
At Relumed, we bring deep expertise in strategic planning, operations, and executive support to help nonprofits, startups, and small businesses thrive. With years of experience working alongside high-impact leaders, we understand the unique challenges of scaling organizations, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and executing bold visions.
We know that not every organization has the resources for a full-time Chief of Staff or strategy executive—but that shouldn’t be a barrier to operational excellence. That’s why we provide fractional leadership and strategic support, ensuring you get the high-level expertise and execution power needed to drive real results.
Our approach is proactive, strategic, and deeply collaborative. We don’t just advise—we become part of your organization, helping you streamline operations, align your team, and implement sustainable systems. The leaders we partner with are transforming their communities, industries, and the world—and we make sure they have the infrastructure and strategic clarity to do it effectively.
Let’s move your mission forward—faster and with greater impact.
I’m Marita, a seasoned Fractional Chief of Staff and Strategic Planner at Relumed, dedicated to helping leaders navigate complexity and achieve meaningful results. My role goes beyond support—I challenge and equip leaders to operate at their highest potential.
With a proven track record across nonprofits, small businesses, and startups, I specialize in strategic planning, team leadership, project execution, and operational efficiency. I excel at managing large-scale initiatives, aligning teams, and driving sustainable growth—all with a people-first approach.
My expertise spans fundraising and development, facilitation, communications, marketing, and project management, enabling me to transform ambitious goals into actionable strategies. I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring that organizations stay focused on high-impact priorities while building the internal structures needed for long-term success.
I hold an M.A. from the University of Chicago and a B.A. from Luther College. Outside of my work, you’ll find me enjoying movie nights with my family, experimenting in the kitchen, running, and wrangling the wilderness that is my wooded yard.
Meet Marita Herkert-Oakland
Meet Eric Oakland
I’m Eric, Creative Director here at Relumed. As a creative entrepreneur, it’s my life’s work to help people better understand and be understood using creative strategy.
These days, you can find me taming my client’s content strategy and building family-friendly role-playing games at Relumed’s partner brand, Scaly Beast.
If you are looking to establish your content strategy or create and launch podcasts, videos, animations, or social content, give me a holler!