About Us

At YUMEUS Collective, we believe that the heart of work is people; their vision, their lived experience, their passion, and their ability to build something meaningful together. Our consultancy was created to support leaders, teams, businesses, and mission-driven organizations as they navigate the complexities of building healthy, effective, purpose-aligned operations.

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How We Work

We collaborate with you as true partners. We center:

  • Listening. Understanding your people and your culture is the first step in supporting it.

  • Co-creation. We build solutions with you, not for you.

  • Transparency. You’ll always know the why behind our recommendations.

  • Sustainability. We focus on practices that strengthen your business or organization long after our work ends.

  • Connection. Because everything — teams, systems, leadership, and mission — is part of a shared, interwoven whole.

Why YUMEUS Collective

Our name reflects our values: you, me, us.

  • The truth that we create the best futures collaboratively.

  • The belief that every person has expertise that matters.

  • The understanding that everything is connected.

At YUMEUS COllective, we’re here to support the work you’re already doing, strengthen the systems that hold it, and help your organization grow in ways that honor both your mission and your people.

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Meet The Collective

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    Benny Baird

    Founder & Connections Consultant

    I believe we’re all connected and when we lean into those connections with intention, clarity, and compassion, we create the kind of work that truly transforms.

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    Mandy Baird

    Teams & Strengths Partner

    I believe understanding your own strengths and the humanity of those around you is the foundation of meaningful, collective growth.

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