Brian Cesario, PhD
Transforming Data Into Insight
Applied research, evaluation, and strategy to drive smarter decisions across nonprofits, higher education, and workforce systems.
About Me
I’m Dr. Brian Cesario, a behavioral scientist and applied research strategist with over two decades of experience turning data into insight. With a PhD in industrial-organizational psychology and deep expertise in evaluation, psychometrics, and data storytelling, I help mission-driven organizations make smarter, more equitable decisions.
Whether you’re a nonprofit measuring social impact, a college building institutional research capacity, or a team refining workforce strategy, I bring rigorous methods and practical tools to help you define success and show it.
Consulting Services
I offer tailored solutions to help nonprofits, colleges, foundations, and values-driven teams evaluate what matters and use it effectively.
🎓 Institutional Research & Higher Ed Strategy
Using data to support student success, strategic planning, and accreditation.
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Climate and engagement surveys
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Equity-focused KPIs and dashboards
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Accreditation-aligned data reporting
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Strategic planning and assessment support
🌍 Program Evaluation & Social Impact
Building evidence that strengthens outcomes, equity, and funding.
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Theory of change/logic model design
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Mixed-method evaluations
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Outcome tracking and funder reporting
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Capacity building for nonprofit staff
🏢 People Analytics & Workforce Research
Applying behavioral science to guide performance, engagement, and talent development.
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Job analysis and competency modeling
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Survey design and validation
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Behavioral insights to guide retention, engagement, and culture
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Psychometric support for internal assessments and upskilling tools
Let's Work Together
Data-driven decisions lead to better outcomes. Let's discuss how I can help your organization make smarter, research-backed choices.