About Sageland
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Sageland Strategic was founded in 2020 by Zach Ratkai, a trusted leader with more than two decades of experience in local government administration, strategic planning, and community engagement. Drawing on Zach’s deep understanding of how public agencies work Sageland was created to help local governments and mission-driven organizations
Sageland Strategic was founded in 2020 by Zach Ratkai, a trusted leader with more than two decades of experience in local government administration, strategic planning, and community engagement. Drawing on Zach’s deep understanding of how public agencies work Sageland was created to help local governments and mission-driven organizations navigate change, align around goals, and serve their communities more effectively.
Our Services
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Our services include strategic facilitation, goal setting, community outreach, organizational development, and career coaching for public professionals. We bring a personal, hands-on approach to every project, working closely with clients across the country to create strategies that are both practical and impactful. Whether helping a sma
Our services include strategic facilitation, goal setting, community outreach, organizational development, and career coaching for public professionals. We bring a personal, hands-on approach to every project, working closely with clients across the country to create strategies that are both practical and impactful. Whether helping a small city plan for its future or supporting a leadership team through change, we’re here to be a thoughtful partner every step of the way.
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
At Sageland Strategic, we believe that communities thrive when people are heard, goals are clear, and plans are rooted in shared values. Our approach is grounded in listening first—facilitating meaningful conversations that bring diverse voices to the table. We guide public agencies and local leaders through thoughtful, inclusive process
At Sageland Strategic, we believe that communities thrive when people are heard, goals are clear, and plans are rooted in shared values. Our approach is grounded in listening first—facilitating meaningful conversations that bring diverse voices to the table. We guide public agencies and local leaders through thoughtful, inclusive processes that turn vision into action. With every engagement, we aim to strengthen trust, build alignment, and help communities move forward with clarity and purpose.
Our Process
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our process is collaborative, practical, and tailored to each community we serve. We start by listening—learning about your goals, challenges, and the voices that need to be included. From there, we design a clear, step-by-step approach that fits your timeline and builds buy-in at every stage. Through structured facilitation, stakeholder
Our process is collaborative, practical, and tailored to each community we serve. We start by listening—learning about your goals, challenges, and the voices that need to be included. From there, we design a clear, step-by-step approach that fits your timeline and builds buy-in at every stage. Through structured facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic alignment, we help you move from ideas to decisions, and from decisions to action. The result is a plan your team can believe in—and implement.