Does Your Company Stand Out From The Crowd?
We Fix What’s Broken—and Build What’s Next.
Marketing. Sales. Operations.
The Strategist Businesses Call When They Are Stuck
Experience Matters
Red Barn Consulting is the secret weapon behind companies ready to scale. From strategy to execution, we uncover what’s holding you back and create a custom-built, high-performance business machine.
Over the past 30+ years, I've worked with everyone from start ups to Fortune 500 and let's just say, I have a bit of "business scar tissue" under my belt .
My talent is uncovering the hidden barriers that hold companies & teams back then creating a clear path forward that drives sustainable growth by blending powerful business insight with strategic marketing & communications programs.
Bonus I support teams with transformational coaching to ensure the vision comes to fruition.
If you are ready to take your company - and yourself - to the next level, let's have a conversation.
Cindy Donaldson
Founder & CEO
Red Barn Consulting, LLC
How we take our clients next level:
It starts with Brutal Honesty: You didn’t start your company to manage chaos. But somewhere along the way, the clarity faded, the systems cracked, and now you’re wearing too many hats.
That’s where we come in. We’re the team companies call when they’re stuck—when the brand is tired, the team is burned out, or the growth has stalled. Whether you need a complete strategic overhaul, a fractional CMO/COO, or a rapid-fire marketing fix, Red Barn gets in, figures it out, and makes it happen.
One partner. Three powerful paths to growth.
Strategic Growth Partnerships
Red Barn isn’t just a consulting firm—we become your behind-the-scenes force for momentum. We embed with your leadership team, uncover what’s not working, and create aligned strategies that drive brand clarity, operational efficiency, and measurable growth.
What you get:
✓ Executive-level strategy (CMO/COO)
✓ Marketing and sales alignment
✓ Brand development and rollout
✓ Ongoing implementation + optimization
✓ Culture and team development
Training & Speaking:
Leadership that Sticks
Cindy Donaldson delivers high-energy, no-fluff workshops and keynotes that spark clarity, courage, and action.
Whether it’s team-wide training, executive intensives, or industry events, every session is built to challenge assumptions, activate change, and move people forward.
Popular Topics Include:
✓ Leading from the Inside Out
✓ Radical Self-Leadership
✓ Marketing with Purpose
✓ Culture After Chaos
✓ The Courage Formula™
Branded Solutions:
Tangible Impact
We turn swag into strategy.
Our branded merchandise division helps companies make a lasting impression—whether it's client gifts, event giveaways, or employee appreciation. From journals to tech kits to ghost-ink golf towels—if it’s got your name on it, it better make you look good.
What We Offer:
✓ Curated, on-brand promotional items
✓ Event-ready kits and corporate gifts
✓ Eco-conscious and American-made options
✓ Full-service design + sourcing
Let’s create what’s next—for your brand, your team, and your bottom line.
Upcoming Featured Keynotes & Trainings
Jan 13, 2026: CT Bankers Association
CT School of Finance & Management Program, Trainer: "The Secrets to Managing that Bankers Stress!"
March 24, 2026: Chelsea Groton Bank
All Team Meeting: Keynote
April 24, 2026: CT Bankers Association - Women in Banking
Sponsor & Attendee
May 1 2026: 2026 ICF Connecticut Inaugural Conference
Speaker: “Who YOU Are IS the Strategy: Building a Coaching Practice That Supports Your Life, Not Drains It”
June 9, 2026: CT Bankers Association - Aspire Leadership Program
Trainer: "How to Be a Better Leader from the Inside Out"
Thought Leadership - Banking Experts
BankElevate – Transforming Banking Growth
BankElevate is our specialized approach designed exclusively for financial institutions. We integrate decades of banking expertise with proven consulting, marketing, and leadership frameworks to:
- Strengthen your strategic plan and market relevance
- Amplify your bank’s brand with compliant, innovative marketing
- Build confident leaders and cohesive teams ready for what’s next
- Create powerful branded experiences that drive loyalty and referrals
(L) Lesa Vanotti, President Torrington Savings Bank & Cindy Donaldson at the 2023 CT Bankers Association Women in Banking
Insights: Transitions in the Banking Industry
Leading Through Change: The Mindset Shift Banks Need Right Now
by Cindy Donaldson, Founder & CEO Red Barn Consulting LLC
The banking industry is on the brink of a generational shift in leadership. Many CEOs plan to retire in the next few years, leaving banks to grapple with more than just filling roles; the real work lies in preparing new leaders for a rapidly evolving industry. Change is no longer something to merely “manage.” It’s something we need to lean into, and the best chance of success lies in readying leaders who can meet it head-on.....
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Live by Design & Lead with Courage
Be it life coaching, team building or entrepreneurial mentorship -work with Cindy - a High Performance Coach - to figure out what really makes you, YOU.
Uncover your super powers and learn how to leverage them to be the best you can possibly be. Work life balance is yours - if you want it badly enough!
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Why Ignoring Your Gut Might Be Costing Your Business Growth
Leadership at the Edge: What’s Really Stopping Progress?
Email Marketing: When the Opens are FALLING – Do THIS
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