Terry Bellamy

I’m a visionary public service and equity strategist with over 20 years of cross-sector leadership in government, philanthropy, and nonprofit organizations. I specialize in designing and leading multi-year, community-informed initiatives that improve health, education, and economic outcomes—especially in underserved communities.

As a consultant and founder of TMB Organizational Strategies, I collaborate with organizations to develop sustainable funding strategies, advance racial equity, and align mission-driven work with strategic goals. I bring deep expertise in policy development, stakeholder engagement, and managing multimillion-dollar grants.

I offer services in

Grant writing and fundraising strategy

Strategic planning and facilitation

Equity-centered training and consulting

Communications and brand awareness

Public policy and economic development consulting

Let’s connect if you’re seeking meaningful, equity-driven results and sustainable community impact.

Equity strategist and public sector consultant with 20+ years of experience leading cross-sector initiatives in government, nonprofits, and philanthropy.

Former

Mayor of Asheville, NC, and seasoned executive with expertise in strategic planning, grant writing, policy development, and stakeholder engagement. Proven success managing multimillion-dollar budgets, facilitating community partnerships, and implementing data-informed, equity-centered programs that drive measurable impact in underserved communities.

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from Western Carolina University.

Master of Public Affairs (MPA) from Western Carolina University.

Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Additional certifications include Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (eCornell), Community Development Academy, Appalachian Leadership Institute, and Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt).