Where we work

Consulting projects are primarily in Northern California. Nationally, we offer training, presentations, and telephone and internet coaching.

Who We Are

MARIA GITIN & ASSOCIATES is an independent Northern California-based national consulting group established in 1984.

Maria Gitin Maria Gitin, CFRE
Maria Gitin is founder and lead consultant of Maria Gitin & Associates. Maria has extensive experience leading training with diverse organizations and coaching diverse professionals. Her current focus is on coaching, training and brief consultations. [more about Maria]

The Associates

Samuel Torres, Jr., Attorney Samuel Torres, Jr., Attorney
Samuel Torres, Jr, has 30 years of legal and management experience. He brings current expertise in nonprofit policies and a great sense of humor to the work. Mr. Torres is a keen negotiator, team builder and swift, accurate budget analyst. Samuel has a lifetime of professional and personal experience in bilingual bicultural settings and speaks fluent Spanish. [more about Samuel]



Jeanne S. Hanks, DrPH, MSW
Jeanne S. Hanks, DrPH, MSW is an expert in program planning and development, program implementation and evaluation, and training. Jeanne conducts organizational assessments, advises on the development of plans and provides coaching. She is Maria Gitin & Associates Southwest specialist, however she works with the team in California and other areas as needed. Dr. Hanks has twenty-five years experience in top management of nonprofit organizations including a community health center, YWCA, ecumenical agencies, and health care philanthropy. [more about Jeanne]





Areas of Expertise

Community Health Centers

Health and Human Services

Foundations and Training Organizations

Multicultural organizations including Latino, African American, Native American and Asian

Women, Children, Youth, Family, GLBT and Seniors

Libraries

Museums & Arts Organizations

Environment