Our Mission
At Next Level Strategic, our mission is to empower businesses with tools, strategies, and support to grow smarter, faster, and achieve real results - without overcomplicating the process.
Driven by a commitment to clarity, partnership, and measurable impact, we help our clients break through barriers, align their teams, and build resilient foundations for future growth.
We believe that every business has a unique potential to reach its next level, and our mission is to make that journey clear, achievable, and transformative.
“True growth isn’t about doing everything - it’s about doing the right things exceptionally well.”
Tara Holloway
Your Strategic Partner in Smart, Simple, Strategic Growth
Partnering with Tara is more than a strategic engagement—it’s a transformational experience. Tara brings an energy and focus that immediately shifts the conversation from overwhelmed to intentional. She’s the kind of advisor who doesn’t just tell you what to do—she works alongside you to make it happen.
Known for her sharp insights and practical solutions, Tara has a unique ability to untangle complexity, break down barriers, and create actionable clarity. Her collaborative style ensures that you’re not just handed a plan—you’re guided every step of the way to ensure it’s implemented and delivers real results.
Leaders describe working with Tara as empowering, refreshing, and deeply productive. She challenges you to think differently, keeps you focused on what matters, and ensures that every decision aligns with your bigger vision.
The Journey That Shaped Her Vision
From navigating high-pressure corporate environments to building her consultancy, Tara has experienced the challenges leaders face at every level. This firsthand understanding led her to found Next Level Strategic, which offers leaders the clarity and support they need to turn ambition into reality.
How She Works With You
When you partner with Tara, you gain a thought partner invested in your success. Her hands-on, collaborative style ensures that every step of your growth journey is intentional, clear, and empowering—delivering lasting results.
Valerie Amick
Strategic Projects & Operations Manager
Val Amick brings a unique mix of analytical precision and operational savvy to every client engagement. With a degree in Marketing from the University of Dayton and an Executive MBA from the University of Pittsburgh, she has built a career at the intersection of strategy, execution, and efficiency.
Based in Pittsburgh, PA, Val’s background spans marketing, business operations, and data-driven insights. Her experience includes leadership roles in the pharmaceutical industry and with globally respected research firms like Nielsen and Forrester Research. She’s led initiatives in corporate branding, social media analytics, market research, content management, and website performance—always with a focus on measurable results.
At Next Level Strategic, Val thrives on turning complexity into clarity. Whether she’s managing cross-functional projects or optimizing internal processes, she brings structure, momentum, and a commitment to helping clients move smarter and faster.
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