Q:  What is the process to receive a proposal from NACDA Consulting?

To receive a proposal simply call 317.829.5737 or email rwright@smaworks.com.  After an initial phone consult, we will send a customized proposal within 2-3 working days.

Q:  What is NACDA Consulting’s core business?

NACDA Consulting is a focused on providing a single-source solutions company for today’s diverse climate.  Our core services are:

• Operational Reviews - departmental review and analysis
• Revenue Analysis - comprehensive evaluation of all revenue streams
• Feasibility studies – marketing research and benchmarking
• Executive Search & Placement
• Security Analysis & Background Checks
• Creative Marketing & Promotional Services

Q:  How does NACDA Consulting invoice/bill its customers?

NACDA Consulting has creatively developed methods of contracting with universities to best meet their budgetary and their operational needs.  Among the options offered are:

• Retainer based – a menu of services provided on a quarterly or annual basis with payments made through a monthly retainer.
• Fee based – specific services provided on a project basis with payments made through hourly or fixed project fee.
• Incentive based – problems that entail revenue generation solutions can be invoiced through fixed fees and/or a percentage of revenues generated (or increased).

Q:  Does NACDA Consulting offer services for institutions outside of Division I-A?

Yes, one of NACDA Consulting’s principles is to offer services across all NCAA schools regardless of classification.  Coming from the collegiate environment, we are well-versed in the budget constraints faced by athletic departments and we are cognizant of that fact in our pricing and services.

Q:  How does NACDA Consulting have expertise in such a wide variety of fields?

NACDA Consulting has partnered with experts across the collegiate marketplace spectrum to be able to provide solutions to any athletic department problem that may arise.  The knowledge and expertise of our team of athletic administrators and industry/category specific consultants who can quickly provide analysis and solutions to our partners across a vast array of complex issues is the backbone of our company. 

Q:  What is the relationship with NACDA?

NACDA Consulting has formed an alliance with NACDA, in which it has licensed the use of the name and logo and has been endorsed by NACDA to provide services to its membership.

Q:  How involved will the consultants be in working on our projects?

Our consultants are intimately involved with each project throughout the entire process to provide their expertise, knowledge and recommendations to our clients.  Our consultants will be available for on-site meetings and phone calls as needed by the client.

Q:  How does NACDA Consulting assess which consultant will work on a project?

NACDA Consultant will assess project needs and deliverables as well as our client’s budget to determine which consultant will work on a specific project and ensure that provide solutions to our partners within their budgetary parameters.