Expanding What’s Possible
The Ideas Foundry (TIF) a cooperative consultancy that believes the best ideas emerge when diverse perspectives meet creative possibility. As a womxn-led team, we partner with organizations in technology, publishing & education to uncover the unique “why” that drives their next phase of growth—whether that’s reimagining education, pioneering sustainable solutions, or creating positive social change.
We’re possibility thinkers. Our approach combines strategic thinking & creative exploration, bringing fresh energy to early stage and established businesses.
Founders
Bree Fabig
Co-Founder & CEO
As Co-founder of TIF, Bree harnesses her diverse background spanning product management, marketing, education, and communications to drive innovative solutions in the edtech space. Her commitment to empowering others extends beyond her consulting work through her role as Director of Corporate Memberships at FEW Japan, where she helps forge meaningful connections for women professionals. Currently pursuing her MBA at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, Bree applies her strategic insights as Director of Marketing for Business Leaders for Diverse Abilities (BLDA). Her ongoing research at The New Centre explores the intersection of design studies, cultural data synthesis, AI, and smart cities, bringing cutting-edge perspectives to her work in educational technology. This multifaceted expertise enables her to approach edtech challenges with both strategic rigor and creative insight.
Jen Cleary
Co-Founder & COO
A seasoned Director of Product, Jen brings deep expertise in developing content-driven B2B SaaS and B2C solutions that deliver measurable results. With over a decade of experience leading cross-functional teams, Jen specializes in guiding early-stage startups through strategic product development that accelerates revenue growth and market penetration. Drawing from their background as an educator, Jen offers a unique perspective that bridges pedagogical design with robust product strategy. Their track record includes successfully launching multiple learner-centered edtech products across UK and international markets, consistently leveraging data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions. Jen’s comprehensive approach to product development integrates engineering excellence, strategic partnerships, and instructional design to create solutions that genuinely serve educational needs.
Our Values Statement
We’re possibility thinkers. Our values-led approach centers:
- Co-Created Vision
We believe in empowering teams to reach further than they thought possible, fostering environments where everyone can contribute to the organization’s vision. - Ethical Impact
We help businesses identify and amplify their potential for positive change, whether social or environmental, while building sustainable growth. - Inclusive Innovation
We champion diverse voices and perspectives, knowing that breakthrough ideas come from bringing different viewpoints together. - Joyful Exploration
We bring energy and creativity to strategic thinking, making the process of discovery as enriching as the outcomes we achieve. - Practical Idealism
While we dream big, we’re grounded in turning inspiring ideas into actionable realities that create lasting value and bring growth for our clients and their communities.
These values guide not just what we do, but how we do it—bringing creativity, empathy, and purpose to every partnership we undertake.
Work with us
Whether you’re preparing for Series B funding or exploring new possibilities, we offer flexible ways to collaborate that match your needs and stage of growth.
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