Hower Impact Partner Network

Traditional agencies layer in overhead and delegate to junior staff. Solo consultants hit capacity limits. The Hower Impact Partner Network gives you a better option. 


Mike Hower leads every engagement personally—and handles most projects solo. When projects require specialized expertise or additional capacity, he brings in a vetted network of experienced sustainability strategists, communicators, writers, and designers.

You get:

  • Senior-level attention on every project

  • Specialized skills when you need them

  • Flexibility to scale without agency overhead

  • Consistency from someone who knows your work

Hower Impact Partner Network Members

  • Mica Crouse

    Sustainability Communication & PR

    Mica Crouse is the founder of Big Mountain Impact, where she helps organizations and leaders define not just what they stand for, but how they live out their purpose. An award-winning communications strategist, certified coach, and facilitator with an MBA from Columbia Business School, she brings two decades of experience fostering intentional leaders, cohesive teams, and authentic communication.

    Previously at Golin, Mica served as the purpose expert for clients including LEGO, Dow, and PepsiCo. She has also directed sustainability communications for Walmart and led marketing strategy for Environmental Defense Fund. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, and TIME.

    Learn more about Mica.

  • Katie Armitstead

    Sustainability & ESG Reporting and Communication

    Katie Armitstead is a strategic communications and sustainability advisor with sixteen years of experience helping global brands navigate complex sustainability, reporting, and reputation needs. A collaborative, hands-on partner, she blends analytical rigor with creative storytelling to deliver clear, credible, and compelling sustainability narratives. Katie previously served as Senior Vice President at Edelman, helping to build the firm's ESG advisory practice and leading its Sustainability Reporting Center of Excellence. Today, she advises companies and mission-driven organizations on reporting, disclosure, stakeholder engagement, and communications strategy.

    Learn more about Katie.

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