Aligning People, Culture, and Performance
Carter People Strategy Partners, LLC is a people-centered consulting practice focused on helping organizations align their people strategy with business goals so culture, leadership, and performance work together, intentionally and sustainably.
At its core, Carter People Strategy Partners: partners with executive teams, HR leaders, and growing organizations to design, strengthen, and operationalize the systems that shape how people experience work.
The firm brings a strategic yet practical approach, grounded in data, equity, and human connection, to solve complex workforce challenges.
Featured services/products
People & Workforce Strategy
Aligns talent, structure, and capabilities with organizational priorities and growth plans.
Culture & Change Leadership
Helps organizations navigate transformation, build trust, and create cultures where accountability and belonging coexist.
Leadership & Performance Systems
Designs performance management, succession planning, and leadership development frameworks that actually work in practice.
HR Infrastructure & Operations
Builds scalable HR systems, policies, and processes that support compliance, clarity, and efficiency.
Strategic people systems, built on self-leadership, culture, and accountability.
Testimonials
What others are saying
"Donna made a lasting and meaningful impact on our school district during her service as Director of Human Resources. She played a critical role in establishing the foundation of a strong, professional HR department and in shaping systems and practices that continue to support our organization today. She immersed herself in the district’s organizational culture to truly understand its people, priorities, and needs. As a trusted advocate for employees at every level, Donna was a respected voice at the district leadership table, bringing thoughtful perspective and sound judgment to complex decisions. Her work ensured that fairness and integrity remained central to the district’s practices, while also supporting the growth of administrative leaders by strengthening their understanding of human resources and building leadership capacity across the organization. Donna’s contributions have left a lasting imprint on our system, which continues to be felt throughout the district."
Patricia Calandro
Assistant Superintendent | Kingsway Regional School District | Woolwich, NJ
"Donna brings a rare combination of deep HR expertise and a practical understanding of what leaders actually need to succeed. Her guidance strengthened our leadership team, elevated our culture, and brought clarity to complex people decisions. She operates like a true business partner, not just HR support, and consistently helped us move faster and smarter. Working with Donna had a measurable impact on our leadership development and overall culture. She helped leaders show up more effectively, aligned people practices with our values, and created trust across the organization. Her approach is thoughtful, grounded, and always focused on long-term organizational health."
Chris Rosenbaum
Large Manufacturing General Manager© Copyright 2026. Carter People Strategy Partners . All Rights Reserved.