About us
SiLK Consulting Group has assembled a team of highly qualified local and regional consultants ready to begin immediately to serve you, your local service area, your board and your clients.
Our team is large enough to rapidly and professionally complete a project, but small enough to commit our principal consultants to the job. SiLK Consulting Group uses a selective team for each job, focusing on our client’s individual needs while capitalizing on decades of collective specialized experience.
SCG consultants have substantial experience with federal and state proposal development, including Community Service Block Grants, Community Development Block Grants, Housing and Homeless Services, Victim’s Services, as well as many other foundations, and social and community service programs.
SCG was founded on three guiding principles: build organizational capacity, improve infrastructure and expand strategic objectives for those that we serve.
Core Values are the Cornerstone of our Business
▪ Be passionate and determined
▪ Set a standard of professionalism, integrity and accountability
▪ Foster strong partnerships
▪ Communicate honestly, directly and respectfully
Our team
Suzi Kochems
CEO/Principal
Suzi brings nearly thirty years of social services experience and more than thirty-five years’ management experience to her engagements, including work in both public agencies and private non-profits. Mrs. Kochems has deep experience in grant development and administration, strategic planning and project management in the social and community services environments. Her passion involves working with low-income programs and services, especially children's programs and housing & homelessness. Suzi holds two Bachelors of Science degrees from California State University, Chico. Suzi has a strong commitment to nonprofit leadership and has served on a number of nonprofit boards/commissions supporting youth, education, homelessness, economic development and community engagement
LuAnn Peitz
Consultant Associate
LuAnn's innovative and creative style couple with her 15 years of experience in the social work field and her attained a master's degree in social work from CSU, Chico, give her the learned and innate skill to tackle any project large or small. As a community organizer, researcher, grant developer she has helped rural communities thrive. Mrs. Peitz has demonstrated through her fluency in Spanish and her keep ability to connect with people, that she is a tireless advocate for under-represented populations. LuAnn is a team player and will work tirelessly to meet the needs of the organizations that she represents!
Alena Strickland
Consultant Associate
Alena is a highly skilled Medi-Cal Billing Professional with over 10 years of experience in navigating the complexities of healthcare billing and reimbursement processes. Specializing in Medi-Cal policies and procedures, Alena has a proven track record of ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while maximizing reimbursement rates for community-based organizations and healthcare providers. Mrs. Strickland is also a highly skilled trainer, dedicated to educating teams on best pratices, system updates, and the intricacies of Medi-Cal billing. With a passion for empowering others, Alena provides engaging, clear, and actionable training that helps organizations streamline their billing processes reduce errors, and improve overall efficiency. Known for her analytical approach, attention to detail, and strong communication skills, Alena has a reputation for providing expert guidance to both individuals and teams. Whether optimizing billing workflows or facilitating training sessions, Alena is committed to supporting service providers in delivering high-quality care while navigating the complexities of Medi-Cal billing with confidence.
Andrea Jones
Consultant Associate
Andrea is a dedicated Medi-Cal Billing Agent with extensive experience in handling complex billing processes and ensuring accurate and timely submissions to the Medi-Cal program. With a strong understanding of Medi-Cal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, she excels at managing billing cycles, resolving claim issues, and securing proper reimbursements for Enhanced Care Management and Community Support providers.<br /> Highly detail-oriented and efficient, Mrs. Jones is adept at reviewing and processing claims, verifying eligibility, and addressing discrepancies to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. With excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to accuracy, Andrea ensures that all billing practices are streamlined, efficient, and up-to-date with the latest Medi-Cal changes and requirements.<br /> As a proactive and reliable team player, Andrea is dedicated to supporting service organizations in achieving their financial goals while maintaining compliance and minimizing billing errors. With a passion for homeless services and community based organization administration, Andrea continues to refine expertise in Medi-Cal billing to drive success in the fast-paced world of healthcare reimbursement.
About the team
Our team excels at helping organizations develop strong teams, build capacity and meet compliance standards. Contact us today for a free quote.
