Steady leadership for complex missions in moments of change.
I partner with nonprofits, health systems, and mission-driven leaders to bring clarity, align strategy with execution, and move critical work forward with purpose.
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30+ Years in Community Health & Nonprofit Strategy
Decades of hands-on experience guiding organizations through complexity, growth, and systems change.
Bilingual & Culturally Grounded Practice
Fluent in English and Spanish, with deep roots in Hispanic and immigrant communities where trust and access matter.
From Strategy to Execution
Turning vision into clear priorities, aligned partners, and work that actually gets done.
Proven Results Across Communities
A track record of securing funding, building coalitions, and strengthening systems that serve people first.
"We're here to imagine boldly, question with purpose, and build with intention. In community, we envision what's possible: just systems, inclusive spaces, and outcomes that reflect the strength and wisdom already within us."
— Marisel Losa, Founder & Principal
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My Services
I partner with organizations to develop strategic, actionable solutions that create lasting impact.
Fractional Executive Leadership
Seasoned leadership support for organizations navigating growth, transition, or complexity — without adding a full-time executive.
Strategy, Implementation & Change Management
Turning plans into action by guiding organizations through change with clear priorities, communication, and accountability.
Coalition & Partner Alignment
Aligning partners and stakeholders around shared goals, governance, and outcomes that move collective work forward.
Funding & Grant Strategy
Building focused funding strategies that strengthen readiness, align grants to mission, and support long-term sustainability.
Data Platforms & Dashboards
Designing clear, usable data tools that help leaders, boards, and funders understand impact and make better decisions.
Culture-Centered Program Design
Creating programs rooted in community voice and culture, designed to deliver meaningful and measurable outcomes.
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"Marisel Losa's attention to detail, stakeholder engagement and deep understanding of the community’s needs is commendable and a testament to her successful metrics in strategy and data-driven results. Knowledge and experience from leaders like her are necessary to solve the complex problems our communities are facing."
https://www.barry.edu/en/academics/health-sciences
"Marisel is the consummate professional. Whether it is strategy, planning, execution, or coalition-building, Community Imperatives is a great partner!"
https://communityresearchgroup.com/
"If your organization or community is looking for a strategic partner to help you navigate strategy at a health systems level, Community Imperatives is the clear choice. Marisel Losa’s experience and expertise in public health strategy, advocacy, grant development, staff leadership, are an unmatched combination."
https://theleadersperspective.com/
"I have had the privilege of working alongside Marisel Losa for more than a decade, both as a colleague and as a trusted collaborator across multiple projects through my firm, Arts in Action Consulting. Marisel is exceptionally intelligent, deeply compassionate, and extraordinarily well-versed in health systems, data collection, and evidence-based practice. She brings a rare ability to translate complex data into actionable insight while keeping people, equity, and outcomes at the center of her work. Having observed her lead in a variety of roles, I can say with confidence that she embodies the qualities of a quintessential leader—strategic, ethical, calm under pressure, and consistently focused on impact. Any organization or team would be exceptionally fortunate to have Marisel on board."
https://www.artsinactionllc.com
"I have known Marisel from her work in the South Florida Health Council and supporting us at Policy Wisdom. She does exceptional work in coalition building and advancing community health initiatives. Her ability to bring diverse stakeholders together is nothing short of inspiring. Through their data-driven decision-making approach, Marisel has effectively identified key health challenges and mobilized resources to address them, resulting in measurable improvements in the community's well-being. Her dedication, and collaborative spirit make her an invaluable asset in enhancing community health and fostering meaningful partnerships."
https://www.policywisdom.com/
