The Right Strategy…Begins on the Board
Gambit Services is a collection of Subject Matter Experts that serve Senior Leaders on matters of local economic policy, business development/compliance, and workforce development.
Service Pillars
Strategy & Planning
We help organizations define clear priorities, align stakeholders, and build actionable plans grounded in reality — not theory.
Vision to roadmap
Decision clarity
Practical execution plans
Revenue & Funding Support
From identifying opportunities to navigating funding pathways, we help organizations pursue sustainable growth with confidence.
Revenue strategy
Grant and funding readiness
Opportunity evaluation
Capacity Building
Growth requires more than ideas. We strengthen internal systems, processes, and teams so organizations can scale effectively.
Operational alignment
Process improvement
Organizational readiness
WE DON’T JUST PLAN, WE EXECUTE, YOU SUCCEED.
Advisory & Execution Support
We don’t just advise — we stay engaged to support execution, adjustment, and progress.
Embedded consulting
Cross-functional support
Real-world execution
Strategic support designed for real-world complexity.
Strategic support designed for real-world complexity.
Gambit Services is a strategic consulting firm that leverages a network of subject matter experts who specialize in revenue generation, capacity building, and strategic realization for government and business leaders.
Our Service Brands
Gambit Services Operates Under 3 Distinct Service Brands
GAMBIT SERVICES
KING’S HAND ADVISORY
THE GENTRY GROUP
A Thoughtful, Hands-On Approach
We meet organizations where they are and help them move forward with clarity and purpose.
1. Assess the Landscape
We take time to understand your goals, constraints, and operating environment — including what’s working and what isn’t.
2. Define the Path Forward
Together, we identify the most effective moves based on strategy, feasibility, and impact.
3. Support Execution
We remain engaged to help implement plans, adapt as needed, and maintain momentum.
About Gambit Services
Led by Experience.
Strengthened by Collaboration.
Gambit Services is led by Rafael Mata, a strategist and consultant with deep experience working across complex organizational environments.
Rather than operating as a traditional firm with a fixed model, Gambit is built as a collaborative — bringing together experienced consultants, specialists, and practitioners based on the needs of each engagement.
This structure allows Gambit to remain agile, thoughtful, and highly tailored — without sacrificing rigor or accountability.
About Rafael
Rafael brings a practical, grounded approach to strategy — shaped by years of working with organizations navigating growth, transition, and high-stakes decisions.
He is known for:
Seeing the full landscape before recommending a move
Translating complexity into clear, actionable direction
Staying engaged beyond planning to support execution
Rafael serves as the lead strategist and point of accountability on every engagement — ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment throughout the work.
Clients value his ability to balance strategic insight with real-world constraints — and to help leaders move forward with confidence.
The Gambit Collective
No two organizations face the same challenges — and no single consultant should pretend to have all the answers.
Gambit Services works through a trusted collaborative of consultants and subject-matter experts, assembled intentionally based on the scope and complexity of each engagement. This may include specialists in strategy, operations, funding, organizational development, or execution support.
The collaborative model allows Gambit to:
Match expertise to the actual challenge
Scale support appropriately
Bring diverse perspectives without unnecessary overhead
Rafael remains closely involved throughout — coordinating the work, guiding direction, and ensuring continuity.
How This Benefits Clients
This model offers clients:
A clear lead and point of contact
Access to specialized expertise when needed
Flexibility without fragmentation
Strategy grounded in both insight and execution
In short, clients get the right people at the right moment — not a pre-packaged team or one-size-fits-all approach.
Case Studies
Case Study 01 — Aligning Leadership Across a Complex Organization
Context
An organization faced competing priorities across leadership, operations, and external stakeholders.
Gambit’s Role
Rafael led the engagement, working closely with leadership to assess constraints and align decision-making. Additional support was brought in as needed to address operational considerations.
Result
Improved leadership alignment and clearer direction — enabling confident next steps.
Case Study 02 — Supporting Funding Readiness with Targeted Expertise
Context
An organization needed guidance navigating funding opportunities while balancing internal capacity.
Gambit’s Role
Rafael led strategic assessment and coordinated targeted expertise to support evaluation and readiness.
Result
Greater clarity around funding decisions and improved confidence in pursuing aligned opportunities.
Case Study 03 — Providing Stability During Organizational Transition
Context
An organization undergoing transition required steady strategic support to maintain momentum.
Gambit’s Role
Rafael served as a consistent advisory presence, supported by collaborators as needed to address emerging challenges.
Result
Sustained progress through change with reduced disruption.
Ready to Make the Right Move?
Let’s talk about where you are — and where you’re going.