ABOUT VISIONARY VANGUARD GROUP
Visionary Vanguard Group, Inc. (VVG) is a research, evaluation, and strategic consulting firm that helps organizations use data with purpose to strengthen programs, improve services, and make sound decisions. We partner with corporate, nonprofit, and government clients to generate actionable insights, build organizational capacity, and support solutions that lead to stronger outcomes.
Led by Dr. Lauren Josephs, PhD, LMHC, NCC, VVG brings deep expertise in research, program evaluation, systems analysis, training, and technical assistance. Dr. Josephs is known for helping organizations examine complex challenges, identify practical opportunities for improvement, and translate findings into strategies that inform action, planning, and policy.
VVG’s work spans a range of sectors, including healthcare, mental and behavioral health, maternal and infant health, juvenile justice, public and higher education, and community-based services. Across these areas, we support clients that want more than information alone. They want clarity, direction, and results they can use.
Our approach is grounded in rigorous inquiry, practical strategy, and meaningful collaboration. We work closely with clients to assess needs, evaluate impact, strengthen systems, and support informed decision-making that is responsive to the realities of the communities and organizations they serve.
Our Mission
To help organizations use research, evaluation, training, and technical assistance to make data-informed decisions that improve service quality and strengthen outcomes.
Services We Provide
Research and Program Evaluation
We conduct focused, high-quality assessments and evaluations that help organizations understand performance, measure outcomes, and identify opportunities for improvement.Strategic Planning and Capacity Building
We help organizations strengthen internal systems, clarify priorities, and build the infrastructure needed to support growth, effectiveness, and long-term success.Training and Technical Assistance
We design and deliver tailored trainings, coaching, and technical support that build knowledge, strengthen practice, and enhance organizational impact.Stakeholder Engagement and Facilitation
We lead collaborative processes that bring stakeholders together, surface key insights, and support thoughtful planning, partnership, and problem-solving.
Trusted by Leading Organizations
VVG is honored to have worked with a range of respected organizations across the corporate, nonprofit, and public sectors.
Corporate and Nonprofit Partners
AdventHealth, Common Sense Childbirth, Florida Blue Foundation, Rollins College, Federation of Families of Central Florida, Heart of Florida United Way, Center for Multicultural Wellness & Prevention, Orange County Public Schools, Urban Baby Beginnings
Government and Public Sector Clients
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Orange County Government, City of Orlando, and others
Our Commitment
At Visionary Vanguard Group, we are guided by a strong commitment to professional excellence.
Integrity
We provide honest, objective, and useful insights grounded in sound methods and careful analysis.
Collaboration
We work closely with clients to develop practical strategies that fit their goals, context, and capacity.
Results-Focused Practice
We emphasize findings and solutions that can be applied in real-world settings to improve programs, services, and systems.
Confidentiality and Trust
We handle sensitive information with care and maintain the highest ethical standards in our work.
As a certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Visionary Vanguard Group, Inc. is proud to support organizations working to strengthen services, improve systems, and achieve meaningful results.
