Strategic Solutions for Philanthropy, Nonprofits, and Conflict Resolution
CD Boyd LLC provides strategic consulting, philanthropic advisory, and alternative dispute resolution services to individuals, family offices, foundations, nonprofit organizations, corporations, and faith-based institutions. We help clients strengthen organizations, navigate complex challenges, and achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes through thoughtful planning, skilled facilitation, and practical leadership.
Our services include nonprofit governance and organizational development, executive and board consulting, strategic planning, fundraising and philanthropic advising, mediation, arbitration, and negotiation. Whether assisting a nonprofit through organizational transition, helping parties resolve disputes outside the courtroom, or advising donors on effective charitable investments, we provide experienced, impartial guidance grounded in integrity, accountability, and results.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an office in London, United Kingdom, CD Boyd LLC serves clients throughout the United States and internationally. With more than twenty years of executive leadership experience in nonprofit management, philanthropy, governance, humanitarian initiatives, and international organizational development, we help clients identify opportunities, overcome challenges, and implement sustainable solutions. Our experience spans work with charitable organizations, foundations, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), intergovernmental organizations (IGOs), educational institutions, and faith communities across North America, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
The firm's Principal, Rev. Christian D. Boyd, DMin, MBA, is a nonprofit executive, certified mediator, arbitrator, and negotiation specialist who advises organizations and philanthropic leaders on governance, organizational effectiveness, charitable strategy, and conflict resolution. Through CD Boyd LLC, he assists clients in building stronger institutions, resolving disputes constructively, and advancing humanitarian, educational, and community development initiatives with professionalism, discretion, and measurable impact.
Certified Mediators and Arbitrators
The National Association of Certified Mediators (NACM) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing excellence in mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Through nationally recognized certification, education, and professional development, NACM equips mediators with the knowledge and ethical foundations to facilitate constructive conflict resolution across business, nonprofit, community, and organizational settings.
Registered Humanitarian & Stabilisation Professional
The Register of Humanitarian and Stabilisation Professionals (RoHSP) recognizes individuals dedicated to humanitarian assistance, stabilization, and international development. Through the Certified Non-Governmental Organisation Professional (CNGOP)™ and Certified Humanitarian and Stabilisation Associate (CHSA)™ credentials, RoHSP provides professional recognition for those working to support vulnerable communities, strengthen civil society, and promote stability in regions affected by crisis and conflict.
Credentialed Expertise in Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropic Strategy
The Certified Nonprofit Executive (CNE), Certified Development Executive (CDE), and Certified Nonprofit Consultant (CNC) credentials are professional certifications awarded by the National Association of Nonprofit Organizations & Executives. These credentials recognize nonprofit leaders, development professionals, and consultants who demonstrate expertise in nonprofit governance, fundraising strategy, organizational leadership, and mission-driven management.
Together, these certifications signal a commitment to excellence in the nonprofit sector and affirm the professional skills required to lead organizations, strengthen charitable initiatives, and expand philanthropic impact in communities around the world.