We’re Tessellate.
With over 20 years of experience supporting state and federal government clients, we have successfully managed projects from RFI to implementation using our knowledge of industry best practices and methodologies.
Meet the Team
Reetu Cook
Founder & CEO
Reetu Cook (she/her) is a seasoned program manager with over 20 years of experience managing large teams through organizational change. Her unwavering commitment to excellence, coupled with a wealth of experience, has positioned her as a trusted advisor to leaders across industries and specialties. This is illustrated by her support in setting up and leading the Program Management Office responsible for standing up a new, state-of-the-art Traumatic Brain Injury clinic at Walter Reed, managing the people side of a new financial management system implementation at the FDA, and navigating the impact of leadership changes on employees at the VA. She strongly believes that staff is the key to a business’ success and ensuring their understanding and readiness for transition is paramount to lasting change. Prior to starting TCG, Ms. Cook spent the majority of her career at Booz Allen Hamilton as a leader in the Organizational and Change Management capability. She is a proud graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering.
Duyen Tran
Director of Operations
Duyen Tran (she/her) is a systems engineer with experience working with large health systems as well as federal consulting. She specializes in data informed process and workflow improvement to maximize efficiency and quality. Her goal is to help organizations achieve their best performance and reach their goals whether that be internal goals or national measurement standards. Duyen applies a unique blend of lean six sigma, human centered design, and change management to her improvement work that ensures alignment with organizational goals and culture to minimize disruptions and allow for seamless implementation. Her work has ranged from large scale design and implementation of a new emergency room triage and treatment flow to small scale departmental improvements. She is a graduate of Lehigh University with a masters degree in Healthcare Systems Engineering.
Taylor Vincent
Director of Communications
Taylor Vincent is a strategic communications specialist with experience in stakeholder engagement, strategic communications, project management, and strategic planning. Her passion for transparency and clarity, in messaging and approach, is revealed in her execution of comprehensive communication strategies that effectively convey organizational messages, bolster brand reputation, and drive engagement among diverse stakeholder groups. With exposure to non-government organizations, private sector businesses, and the federal government, she has built trust with internal and external stakeholders through her adept leadership of communication projects. As a graduate of George Washington University with a degree in Global Health Program Design, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Taylor combines academic excellence with practical experience to bring a holistic and informed perspective to her strategic communications endeavors.
When identifying novel solutions we bring…
Big Picture Solutions
In the assessment of organizational challenges, we embrace a comprehensive perspective that looks beyond isolated areas of concern. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures the creation of enduring solutions, steering clear of expedient remedies that might inadvertently create additional challenges.
Big Consulting Quality & Small Business Flexibility
At the core of our approach lies a commitment to quality. Drawing upon decades of consulting experience, we recognize the significance of producing quality deliverables and hold ourselves to the highest of standards. Our approach revolves around crafting straightforward yet impactful deliverables to keep clients well-informed and engaged.
Clients-First Mindset
We are extremely passionate about working alongside our clients to create solutions that ensure lasting success for their organization. As trusted advisors, we thrive on supporting ideas while also identifying potential pitfalls. Our readiness to go the extra mile underscores our commitment to putting clients first, ensuring that their objectives remain at the forefront of every solution we devise.
Educated Customization
Leveraging our extensive expertise in industry best practices and diverse methodologies, we collaborate with clients to develop tailored solutions. Departing from a one-size-fits-all approach, we immerse ourselves in a thorough understanding of the organizational landscape. This informs the creation of custom solutions aligned with proven methodologies, ensuring that our approach is not only industry-driven, but intricately customized to address the unique needs of each client's operational context.
Let’s connect.
Let's tessellate possibilities, one innovative solution at a time. We would love to explore how we can help.