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Empower Your Team

At Sage Notion, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering growth. Our consulting services are designed to elevate your workforce and enhance organizational success. Let's cultivate a thriving workplace together!

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About us

Based in Portland, Oregon, Sage Notion is a consulting firm specializing in Human Resources, Learning & Development, and we are committed to empowering small to midsize businesses.  We are thrilled to have you here and look forward to collaborating on your business needs.


Mission

Our mission is to offer vital HR, learning & development support to organizations that have been historically underrepresented, fostering growth and prosperity for both the companies and their employees. We believe that a robust foundational support system is essential for success, and we are dedicated to helping cultivate the stability and resilience required for long-term achievement.

Vision

Our vision is to be a trusted partner in the growth of our clients' businesses. Redefining the future of work by setting a new standard through innovative, expert-driven, and values-centered HR and learning solutions. We hope to build success, and empower every client to thrive with confidence and purpose. 


Values

Innovation- We offer forward thinking strategies and innovative HR solutions to ensure our clients remain adaptable and at the cutting edge


Knowledge- We are experts in our field. We inspire confidence and build lasting trust with our clients by continuing to expand our knowledge and staying at the forefront of our industry


Professionalism - We bring unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and respect in all our interactions. We uphold the highest standards of conduct, ensuring our clients receive reliable, ethical, and exceptional service. 


Zoie Newman, MA

Founder & Partner

A born and raised Oregonian, Zoie obtained her Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution from the University of Massachusetts Boston in 2014. During her educational training, she achieved certification as a mediator under Massachusetts state law for neutrals. Prior to co-founding Sage Notion, Zoie devoted over a decade to the healthcare sector, where she provided coaching and training in interpersonal skills to both healthcare professionals and organizational leaders. Zoie specializes in coaching and training related to emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, effective communication, and leadership practices that foster psychological safety. With a commitment to broadening her impact, Zoie is excited for the opportunity to expand her services beyond the healthcare industry, offering her expertise to the wider business community.


Outside of work Zoie loves exploring the Portland food scene, devoting time to her yoga practice and hiking the beautiful Pacific NW

Dylan Clifford, SPHR

Founder & Partner

Dylan is the Co-founder of Sage Notion and works with our clients as a Human Resources Consultant. He is focused on providing ethical Human Resources to small businesses. Dylan is strongly committed to the service-driven nature of Human resources. He is both people-centric and strategy oriented, balancing employee needs with the strategic requirements of businesses.


Dylan began his Human resources career working in Non-Profit healthcare. There he developed his belief that the best way we can serve a company is by supporting and nurturing their employees. He has since provided Human Resources for 12 years in support to a variety of industries including healthcare, retail services, security, among others. Dylan is known for his calm, reliable nature, and ability to tackle any issue with a level headed approach.


Dylan holds a Senior Professional of Human Resources certification as well as a Bachelor's Degree from Portland State University.


Outside of work Dylan likes to paint, spend time with his cat, and go outside to explore the PNW.


Contact Us

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