I am ambitious

I am audacious

I am Apryl Gordy

A Cultural Transformation Specialist

I’m a bold challenger of “business as usual,” driven to design inclusive environments where every voice belongs. Over the years, I’ve partnered with organizations to uncover blind spots, reimagine systems, and spark lasting cultural change. By blending data, storytelling, and a deep understanding of people, I help leaders move beyond the status quo and create workplaces where trust and growth thrive. Let me show you how…

  • A crystal award labeled “Momentum Maker Award” with a galaxy design inside.

    A Conversation Catalyst

    Change begins with honest conversation — rooted in respect and space for one another

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  • A woman studying blueprints at a desk with a thought bubble showing a modern building design.

    A Transformation Driver

    Progress requires clarity. Without a defined target, goals drift and momentum stalls

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  • Five panelists seated on stage during a community discussion, sharing perspectives on race, culture, and representation.

    A Community Activator

    When organizations align inside, they create ripples that shape the communities around them.

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  • A diverse team in an office with hands stacked together in a circle, showing unity.

    A Global Synergist

    From the US to India and beyond, collaboration across cultures builds teams stronger than geography.

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  • Colleagues gathered around a table, representing intergenerational connection, with food and drinks, celebrating in a modern office.

    A Generational Bridge

    When translating across generations, the future of work is more connected — and more possible — than ever.

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Capabilities

  • Cultural Strategy & Implementation

  • Executive Advising & Change Management

  • Organizational Systems & Processes Analysis

  • Global Team Building & Management

  • Facilitation & Experience Design

  • Panel & Conversation Moderation

  • Project & Product Management

  • Technical Accessibility Assessment

Features

Apryl Gordy smiling while seated on a stool, wearing camouflage pants and a black shirt in a bright studio

“She’s not only a powerful advocate for equity and fairness but also a pragmatic leader who understands how to align meaningful change with business success.”

— Ranae Heuer

They said it, not me…

  • Justin Norman smiling, wearing a hat and jacket, seated in a recording studio surrounded by equipment.

    "Apryl’s level of care in everything she does, along with her ability to galvanize large swaths of an organization for the cultural betterment of not only the employees but also the work they do, is not only one of her strongest qualities…it’s unique."

    Justin Norman

    Global Director, Creative Strategy, Spotify

  • Ranae Heuer smiling, with straight blonde hair wearing a patterned blouse against a light background.

    "Apryl is a skilled coach, an empathetic problem-solver, and a gifted storyteller who brings people along on the journey without ever making learning feel forced. She has a way of diffusing challenges, uncovering root causes, and guiding teams to stronger outcomes."

    Ranae Heuer

    CEO, SPCSHP

  • Taylor Robinson smiling, with wavy dark hair wearing a floral top, standing outdoors.

    "Apryl is a deep thinker, always willing to take her ideas further than your expectations. She can effectively create a plan that helps employees thrive...creating an environment that makes people feel confident about being themselves at work."

    Taylor Robinson

    Head of Marketing and Communications, MSQ Partners

  • Black-and-white photo of October London in a suit and sunglasses, exuding confidence and sophistication.

    “Apryl can find puzzle pieces nobody else knew existed, not to mention missing, helping to create a wholistic picture that gives an advantage to everyone in the organization."

    October London

    Grammy award winning recording artist, Death Row Records

  • Paula Coral smiling with long dark hair wearing a striped shirt against a white background.

    "Apryl created safe spaces for people to be honest and have real, no BS conversations. I felt comfortable being truly transparent about what I felt needed to change in my organization, knowing in my heart that she would fight to make my voice heard."

    Paula Coral

    Senior Art Director, Self-Employed

  • Robert Sfeir smiling, with glasses, short hair, and a beard, wearing a dark shirt against a light background.

    "She is always learning, always taking on new challenges, nothing scares her. Apryl is passionate and compassionate with a clear perspective on user needs, and product focus to deliver some high quality work. "

    Robert Sfeir

    Sr. Director Product Management, EPAM

  • Joseph Gordon smiling, with shoulder-length locs wearing a coat, seated outdoors.

    "She is a steadfast leader that ensures people are seen & heard, while also driving for results & change. Apryl provides an eye for detail & collaborative spirit which was on display as we planned for office-wide & leadership presentations ...often at the request of C-Suite."

    Joseph Gordon

    Financial Manager, Amazon

  • Danielle Song smiling, with short dark hair, glasses, and a white shirt against a beige background.

    "Apryl creates systems and curriculums where there were none and facilitates learning environments where people are disarmed by humor, not afraid to make mistakes, and come away with profound understanding."

    Danielle Song

    Senior Designer, Work & Co

  • Cora Cowles staring stoically into the camera, with natural textured hair wearing a black shirt, with a TEDx backdrop

    "She is able to have the difficult interactions and facilitate the conversations that everyone else is afraid of. Apryl can work with virtually anyone, equipping them with new tools and strategies to create the best working environment for all."

    Cora Cowles

    Experience Design Director, Slalom

  • Robyn Walker smiling in a sleeveless black top wearing a statement necklace, standing indoors with a curtain backdrop.

    "She makes decisions guided by honesty and fairness, even when it’s not the easy path. Whether working with clients, colleagues, or partners, Apryl earns trust by being transparent, accountable, and unwavering in principles."

    Robyn Walker

    Client Support Specialist, Press Ganey Associates

  • Brandon Coleman with a beard wearing a cap and hoodie, looking at the camera against a white background.

    "Apryl is always prepared, passionate, and well informed. She’s truly not just a problem solver, but a problem identifier. This shows up in her ability to connect people with disparate ideas and traverse those organizational silos."

    Brandon Coleman

    Senior Manager, Product Design, PepsiCo

  • Andrew Kimball smiling holding his infant son, both wearing matching floral shirts against a blue background.

    "A real advocate for people and for change. She didn't wait to be told what to do or how "things are done at SPCSHP," she dove right into the work listening to the crew and giving a voice to those that didn't normally have the ear of leadership."

    Andrew Kimball

    Sr. People & Culture Manager, SPCSHP

  • Cory Galster with glasses and short hair, smiling in a headshot against a dark background.

    "Apryl truly cares about others. She can get to the heart of things, understands perspectives and people. She knows how to motivate and uplift others to set them on the right track.

    Cory Galster

    Group Design Director, SPCSHP

  • Julius Dunn in a dark blazer with short hair and beard, staring confidently at the camera against a black background.

    "Simply put, what stands out is how sincere her passion is for the purpose of her work."

    Julius Dunn

    BPM, Founder

  • Denise Akerman smiling, wearing sunglasses and holding a bouquet of tulips outdoors near a fence.

    "Apryl leads with empathy, trust, and a deep sense of integrity. During the most tumultous times at the agency, she spoke to each and every employee about what she could do to help build better relationships between teams, and with leadership."

    Denise Akerman

    Copywriter, McCann

  • Alison Davis with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a dark top, posed against a neutral background.

    "She not only identifies and packages insights in a way that leadership can act on, but also builds trust with staff by engaging in honest, constructive conversations. Her combination of empathy, clarity, and strategic thinking made her an invaluable bridge between staff and leadership.

    Alison Davis

    COO, SPCSHP

  • Sayako Minami smiling with long dark hair wearing a light top, posed against a neutral background.

    "She expertly toed the line between supporting me and supporting the agency; she was not there to just nod along and agree to everything I said, nor was she blindly defending the organization without considering my side. Not only that, I knew I could trust her."

    Sayako Minami

    Associate Creative Director, SPCSHP

  • Phoebe Williams smiling with braided updo hairstyle, wearing a lace blouse in a black-and-white portrait.

    "Apryl was truly dynamic in her role during our time together. She always led with empathy in every conversation. Her compassion and listening ear and genuine care made a huge difference in the culture of a mostly remote agency.

    Phoebe Williams

    Resource Manager, Translation

  • Michael Lebowitz smiling, with short gray hair and glasses, wearing a dark jacket against a gradient background.

    "Apryl is essential solidity and patience. She held a strong POV, shared it thoughtfully, was open to adjusting it where it made sense, but held it with quiet strength with a full understanding of the time it would take. Those are the qualities that bring about change - neither bending too much nor rushing too much."

    Michael Lebowitz

    Founder & Chairman, SPCSHP

  • Kristen Goodhue smiling with straight blonde hair wearing a white shirt and leather jacket, posed against a neutral background.

    She creates a safe environment where people can openly share concerns with each other or leadership, and feel supported in the process. Apryl has a rare talent of quickly gaining trust, getting to the root of the issues by listening deeply, elevating the real concerns and implementing changes that made a tangible difference.

    Kristen Goodhue

    SVP, Delivery, SPCSHP

“Her skill set directly impacts company morale, boosts productivity, and, most importantly, strengthens both bottom lines and talent retention.”

— Justin Norman

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From concept to completion, I’m committed to a client-first approach—one that empowers ideas, eases concerns, and delivers results we both take pride in.