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.

Do the Right Thing

This is the most important thing we can do. We live by this, and it is reflected in everything we do.

Be Passionately Curious

We have an insatiable thirst for learning that pushes us to constantly improve and find new ways to challenge ourselves and our clients.

Do Complex Simple

Smart solutions don’t need to be complicated, they just need to work (and sometimes they even look pretty)!

Lead by Serving

Leaders lead by serving others, not by telling people what to do.

Embrace Uniqueness

The differences and uniqueness of our employees is one of our most valuable assets.

Build Authentic Relationships

We are committed to building relationships with each other, our clients, and anyone else who crosses our path.

Take Bold Risks

We are constantly striving to push the boundaries of what we know so that we can continue learning.

Get it Done

We believe that if you’re going to do something, you should do it well. No excuses—just results.

Give Feedback

We treat feedback as an opportunity for growth and improvement so that everyone can reach their goals together as a team!

Be Humble

We are humble yet confident in ourselves and each other’s abilities.

Inspire

Inspire others by being inspired yourself!

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.

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2020-2023 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company

For four consecutive years, Inspire11 has been honored as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company in the US and Midwest region.

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2022-2024 Great Place to Work™ Certified

Great Place to Work Certification recognizes employers who create an outstanding employee experience.

 

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2022 Fortune Best Workplace in Chicago

The successful leaders of the 2022 Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago make a point of involving employees in decisions that affect them, managing work well, and promoting the employees among their ranks who truly deserve it.

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2022 Fortune Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services

The successful leaders of the 2022 Fortune Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services make a point of involving employees in decisions that affect them, managing work well, and promoting the employees among their ranks who truly deserve it.

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2022 Glassdoor Best Place to Work

The Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award is determined solely based on feedback provided by those who really know a company best — the employees.

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

Stephanie Feeney

Managing Director, Chicago

Drew Heckman

Drew Heckman

Managing Director

Hanon Hines

Hanon Hines

Human Resources Director

Melissa Hirst

Melissa Hirst

General Counsel

Jason Hjorten

Jason Hjorten

Chief Growth Officer

Brian Kim

Brian Kim

Managing Director, Private Equity Services

Alban Mehmeti

Alban Mehmeti

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Hans Nelson

Hans Nelson

Co-Founder & President

Keith Quiring

Keith Quiring

Managing Director, Minneapolis

Kevin Schaffer

Kevin Schaffer

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Jake Schwartz

Jake Schwartz

Managing Director, Business Development

Laura Sundberg

Laura Sundberg

Chief Marketing Officer

Rick Whitney

Rick Whitney

Managing Director, Detroit

Adam Wolocko

Adam Wolocko

Managing Director

Our people’s stories

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