Meet the Team
We believe transformative results are achieved by first transforming the mind and dismantling limiting thoughts and practices.
Forward Consulting Services aims to propel the success of our clients pursing the next phase of their personal and professional endeavors. We believe transformative results are achieved by first transforming the mind and dismantling limiting thoughts and practices. We take pride in our ability to tailor our services to meet both the existing and anticipated needs of our clients, producing reliable and high-quality results.
Dominique Cossari, PharmD, BCPS
Brittany Manning, MS, OTR/L
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Co-Founder
Dominique is a clinical pharmacist in the DMV area with a passion for advancing underserved communities through providing equitable health care, professional development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) coaching services. She served as Senior Program Coordinator of the Organizational Office of Diversity and Inclusion at University of North Carolina, Eshelman School and Pharmacy. In this role, Dominique founded, co-founded, and facilitated numerous programs and events geared toward professional enhancement, leadership, and DEIB recruitment and retention. She then transitioned to serve as the Regional Clinical Pharmacist at a maximum security prison in Maryland where she continued her passion for working with the underserved. Here she held many leadership positions and focused on reducing implicit bias by providing equitable healthcare. Dominique applies her experiences as a pharmacist and DEIB leader into her consultant work and on-going efforts for DEIB advancement. Her diverse experience and insight has led to the accumulation of multiple publications as well as presentations in medical and academic institutions. She also holds certifications in Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education,Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, and Heroic Public Speaking.
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Co-Founder
Brittany is a licensed Occupational Therapist with a passion for DEIB and assisting others with their professional development journey is greatly influenced by her background training in Psychology and her own life experiences as a Black woman in the healthcare industry. This Pennsylvania native’s work for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) began during her undergraduate career at Drexel University, where she worked closely with underrepresented groups in mental health and community health settings. She continued with this passion while pursuing her Masters in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University in the city of New York. Her diverse background has afforded her the opportunity to serve in supervisory roles and hold board positions, in addition to the creation and implementation of non-profit programming. Brittany is also a Certified DEIB Specialist. With over a decade of professional development experience and training, Brittany has spearheaded numerous projects and programs at collegiate institutions. She has been involved with recruitment, teaching, public speaking, mentorship, and leadership development. Brittany currently works as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist actively advocating for families from underrepresented groups and low income households to ensure they are receiving equitable care. She also holds the role of Program Manager of Youth Action, a non-profit organization based in Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
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What type of clients do you work with?
We work with a diverse range of clients who have students and candidates looking to advance their careers within the healthcare industry. Our clients include academic institutions, professional associations, and non-profit organizations. While we work with clients from all healthcare fields, we specialize in the areas of pharmacy and occupational therapy. Our tailored programs and services are designed to cultivate skills, improve patient care, and foster continuous learning and development. We provide specialized training, continuing education, and professional development resources to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring they achieve their goals and enhance the quality of care they provide.
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Why are you passionate about professional development?
We have been afforded the opportunity to receive over a decade of extensive training in the area of professional development. We are passionate about providing access to those who have not been granted the same opportunities. In both our personal and professional practices, we have witnessed individuals struggle to utilize professional development skills they learned in school as well as individuals who have never been formally taught how to navigate professional spaces. We aim to bridge the gaps between what our clients learn and the confidence they feel when navigating their respective professional arenas. To whom much is given, much is required…we stand by this philosophy as it drives our desires to propel others to achieve their full potential.
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How do you measure the success of your programming?
As healthcare professionals and business owners we understand how important research is to understanding the current market but also to ensure the programs we are producing are meeting the desired outcomes of our clients. We assess the success of our services by utilizing pre and post test measures and conducting ongoing check-ins to measure impact, efficacy, and client satisfaction. We continue to raise the bar by constantly seeking ways to improve our services to deliver reliable results and exceed expectations.
Donations and Service
Each year we donate a workshop to 3 select organizations and institutions that could benefit but may not have the budget at this time. FCS prides ourselves on giving back to the community acts through of service and remembrance of humble beginnings.
Client Testimonials
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