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Shane Nelson

CEO
Co-Founder

Taylor Cobb

Senior Advisor
Co-Founder

Our Founders

About the Founders

​Taylor Paige Cobb and Shane Nelson founded Reify Solutions in 2019 with a vision: "Community Voices First. Then Theory, Information, and Data." Their Philadelphia-based consultancy has since achieved a remarkable impact:

 

Key Achievements

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$1.5M+ raised for BIPOC-serving nonprofits (2022-present)

300 individuals placed through Fair Chance Hiring ($12M economic impact)4 cohorts trained in semiconductor and sports/entertainment industries

2,000+ professionals engaged through DEI initiatives

50+ grassroots nonprofits supported

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Leadership Approach

Together, they integrate research, development, data analytics, and capacity building to help organizations exceed their vision. Their work spans intermediaries, direct-service organizations, and social impact partners, with expertise in:

 

Mixed-methods research and evaluation

Data visualization using ArcGIS and Tableau

Strategic fundraising and development

Project management and organizational support

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Both bring academic rigor and practical experience from Temple University, Drexel University, Syracuse University, Saint Joseph’s University, and critical training organizations.

Shane Nelson

Taylor Cobb

Get in Touch

Greater Philadelphia Office

2001 Market St, Suite 2500

Philadelphia PA 19103

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 Greater Sacramento Office

1401 21st Street, Suite R

Sacramento, CA 95811

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