How We Began
The Project Doula grew out of Stephanie Arguello's public health work, where she saw brilliant, mission-driven teams stretched thin by complex projects and limited infrastructure. Together with founding members Erica Asti and Stanford Lopez, she shaped a consulting practice that pairs academic rigor with lived experience, strengthening organizations' capacity for sustainable impact.
Rooted In Equity And Care
Our doula-inspired approach guides organizations across the full arc of change, combining clear structure, relational consulting, and equity-centered practice. We prioritize psychological safety, shared power, and meaningful community voice, so teams can navigate difficult conversations, make thoughtful decisions, and design systems that reflect the needs of those most impacted.
Homegrown Leadership, Collective Strength
As a Black- and female-owned, homegrown practice, we bring over five decades of combined experience in public health, nonprofit operations, and Agile project management. Our leadership collaborates closely with each client, building internal skills, clarifying roles, and creating durable systems that outlast any single project so organizations can grow with confidence.
Meet The Guiding Team
Leaders blending public health, nonprofit strategy, and project management to strengthen missions.
Stanford Lopez
Stanford is an Agile Project Management certified leader with over twenty years in telecommunications and operations. He specializes in translating complex initiatives into clear plans, aligning data, timelines, and teams. His disciplined yet flexible approach helps organizations deliver multi-phase projects on time while protecting staff capacity and honoring mission commitments.
Stephanie Arguello
Stephanie is a master's-trained public health professional and doctoral candidate with more than fifteen years of leadership across boards, operations, and community initiatives. Recognized in Orlando Business Journal's 40 Under 40, she partners with organizations to address systemic barriers, embed equity in decisions, and design practical structures that sustain community impact.
Erica Asti
Erica is a seasoned nonprofit professional with deep experience designing and leading programs that advance food security, wellness, health education, and climate-focused learning for youth and adults. She centers community voice and practical implementation, helping organizations build initiatives that are engaging, culturally responsive, and realistic for staff to maintain over time.