1440 Multiversity
1440 Multiversity, a 385-bed, 75-acre campus, designed for adult immersion education, is a unique nonprofit learning destination where you experience time differently, exploring what matters to you while surrounded by mountain air and ancient redwoods.
The Need
The 1440 organizations needed to accomplish two goals: 1. An identity, vision, strategy, and execution plan for the philanthropic efforts of the 1440 Foundation and, 2. A vision and strategy for the launch of the 1440 Multiversity includes a business plan, staffing plan, facility plan, and marketing and program plans.
Work Done: 2010-2020
1440 MULTIVERSITY 2014 TO 2020 : Lead consultants for the launch of the 1440 Multiversity.
- In collaboration with the founders, we formulated a comprehensive business plan, brand identity, programming and marketing strategy, and physical plant development.
- Raised $1.25 million for the 1440 Leadership Institute.
- Developed strategy and product development tactics, revenue generation, and team leadership to create learning and experience product offerings such as Luminary Faculty Programs and Conferences.
- Built a sophisticated program tracking system and calendar that formed the foundation of the 1440 Multiversity business. Booked world renowned faculty in over 500 programs for its opening year and generated 10,000 sales within the first 12 months after opening.
- Developed and directed a "service week" hosting about 120 non-profit organizations for 4 days to participate in a wide variety of training from fund raising skills, curriculum development, and culture building.
1440 FOUNDATION 2010 TO 2016: Program officers for the launch of the 1440 Foundation.
- Worked with founders to develop an identity, mission, and strategic plan for maximizing grant making impact and enhancing the foundation's public profile.
- Invested approximately $6,500,000 over 6 years into schools, organizations, and programs dedicated to bringing Inner awareness and Relational wellness through mental training (meditation and yoga practice) serving k-12 children.
Endorsement
“As co-creators of the 1440 Foundation and 1440 Multiversity, we are pleased to write this letter of endorsement for Patton and Ila Sarley, whom we have had the pleasure of working with for over 9 years.
Patton and Ila were significant contributors to the strategic planning and operational launch of the 1440 Foundation and the 1440 Multiversity. We appreciate both their substantive technical help and our close relationship with them; their efforts were invaluable in helping to bring to life the vision for the 1440 Foundation and 1440 Multiversity. We heartily recommend their services.”
— Scott and Joanie Kriens | Co-Founders | 1440 Foundation & 1440 Multiversity