About Us

Building Capacity for Resilience

RIA Strategies builds capacity for communities and organizations to address their most significant challenges through collaboration. Our vision is to create resilient, thriving communities by fostering trust, collaboration, and shared leadership.

Our Mission

Our mission is more than a statement; it's our guiding star. We empower communities and organizations to address their most pressing challenges through collaboration.

Rías are spaces where communities thrive and are most productive. A ría is a Spanish term to describe a transition zone where fresh water mixes with salty, ocean water. Rías throughout the world are the most productive environments where life and communities thrive.

Meet the Team

At Ría Strategies, we bring together deep expertise in collaborative leadership, strategic planning, and grant strategyto help organizations and leaders drive meaningful impact. Our team partners with executives, businesses, nonprofits, and local governments to foster high-trust relationships, align vision with action, and create sustainable solutions. With a commitment to partnership, innovation, and results, we equip leaders with the tools to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and turn bold ideas into lasting success.

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Managing Partner

Jovanni Tricerri

Jovanni Tricerri is a strategic advisor and facilitator specializing in collaborative leadership. As the founder of Ría Strategies, he helps executives, teams, and organizations build high-trust partnerships that drive meaningful impact.

With decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, community resilience, and strategic planning, Jovanni equips leaders with the tools to align vision, foster innovation, and execute with confidence. His work empowers decision-makers to break silos, strengthen relationships, and turn collaboration into measurable results.

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Partner, Strategy and Grants

Hilary Tricerri

Hilary Tricerri is a grant strategist and leadership coach dedicated to helping organizations secure funding and build capacity for lasting impact. She has helped clients secure millions in funding through strategic planning, compelling storytelling, and collaborative partnerships.

At Ría Strategies, Hilary equips leaders with the tools to navigate complex funding landscapes, strengthen teams, and execute mission-driven initiatives. Her expertise bridges vision with action, empowering organizations to grow, thrive, and create meaningful change. With a deep passion for organizational growth, she works alongside leaders to turn big ideas into actionable, sustainable solutions.