A thoughtful, proven approach
System 2 Consulting was founded on the belief that lasting change begins with clarity and connection. We work alongside leaders, organizations, and communities to design strategies grounded in evidence, shaped by collaboration, and focused on creating impact that endures.
WE BELIEVE STRATEGIES SUCCEED
WHEN THEY ARE BUILT WITH, NOT FOR,
THE COMMUNITIES THEY SERVE
Our story
WHY SYSTEM 2
Our name comes from the work of psychologist Daniel Kahneman, who described two ways people make decisions: System 1, fast and instinctive, and System 2, deliberate and thoughtful. At System 2 Consulting, we bring that same spirit of thoughtful, long-term decision-making to our work with clients. We create space to see the bigger picture and move forward with purpose.
Meet Dan
DAN OLIVIERI, PRINCIPAL
He/Him/Lui
Dan Olivieri is a husband, father, and first-generation Canadian passionate about improving lives by rethinking how systems serve people. Over more than 17 years in public service, he supported councils and CAOs on strategic planning, business planning, budget development, intergovernmental affairs, and innovation programs.
His most notable projects include building the Maple Ridge Community Resource Hub, leading the City of Maple Ridge Climate Action Plan, and implementing the Council Strategic Plan 2023–2026.
Dan’s leadership is built on curiosity, compassion, and trust.
OUR APPROACH EMPHASIZES COLLABORATION, EVIDENCE AND PRACTICAL TOOLS.
By combining these, we help leaders and organizations align decisions with their values, respond to community needs, and create systems that are more responsive and resilient.
Collaboration — bringing diverse voices into the process.
Evidence — grounding decisions in research, data, and lived experience.
Practical Tools — using proven methods like OKRs, logic models, human-centred design, and social lab practices to move ideas into action.
Our mission and approach:
