About GMP: Leaders in Local Government Consulting
GMP Consultants, founded by industry leader Greg M. Prothman, is a premier public sector consulting firm dedicated to serving local government agencies. Our strength lies in our people; GMP’s trusted consultants bring a collective 360 years of extensive, executive-level leadership experience from cities, counties and special districts.
We provide tailored public sector executive search, interim management placement, and organizational consulting services. As a trusted government executive recruiter, we work collaboratively with governing bodies and stakeholders to build high-performing leadership teams and achieve effective organizational outcomes for every community we serve.
Our Qualifications
Founded and led by Greg M. Prothman, former CEO and founder of Prothman, GMP Consultants has led over 800 executive searches and more than 100 public sector consulting engagements.
Our senior consultants are active members of ICMA and local/state city management associations, bringing deep, real-world leadership experience to every client engagement.
Why Organizations Choose GMP
Service & Relationship
Our consultants deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Customized Solutions
We take the time to understand your organization, ensuring we deliver tailored solutions, not one-size-fits-all services.
People First
We work closely with clients and candidates throughout every stage of the recruitment process, creating a thoughtful and effective experience from start to finish.
Team Approach
Our consulting team works collaboratively, leveraging deep networks and diverse expertise to solve complex challenges and deliver strong outcomes.
our team
Our team works as one. Every search is a shared effort, drawing on decades of relationships across local government and public sector leadership.
We don’t just fill roles. We bring perspective, challenge thinking, and help clients make confident decisions.
Our consultants are active in ICMA and state associations, staying close to the work and the people shaping it.
President
Greg M Prothman
Greg brings over 20 years of experience in government and more than 25 years in public sector executive search, giving him a rare, practical understanding of both sides of the table.
Operations ManageR
Kate Hansen
Kate brings 20+ years of project management and administration experience across government, nonprofit, and private sectors, including serving as a fire district administrator and commissioner.
Senior Consultant
BOB LARSON
Bob is an accomplished municipal manager who’s held senior management positions in local government in Minnesota and Washington.
Senior Consultant
BRYAN COSGROVE
Bryan recently retired from Wilsonville after 30-plus years in municipal government management–all in the state of Oregon.
Senior Consultant
DAN GIFFORD
Dan is retired City Manager with 27 years of municipal government experience and life-long Iowan committed to public service in the state.
Senior Consultant
DAVE ZABELL
Dave brings over 35 years of experience and innovation leading cities and public works departments throughout Washington.
senior consultant
Debbie TARRY
Debbie served in local government for over 38 years, most recently as City Manager for ten years at the City of Shoreline, WA.
Senior Consultant
GARY PALMER
Gary Palmer has worked in public service for over 33 years. Recently he served as the City Administrator with the City of Montgomery (TX).
Senior Consultant
Greg Young
Greg brings an impressive 34 years of experience in municipal management and public finance. Including twenty years as a Town & City Administrator.
Senior Consultant
JEFF WELDON
Jeff brings 29 years of municipal management experience, serving as City Manager/Administrator in Minnesota and South Dakota.
Senior Consultant
LINDA WOULFE
Linda brings over 26 years of municipal service in Minnesota at both the city and county level. Including 19 years as City Administrator.
SENIOR CONSULTANT
MArk BETHUNE
Mark brings 25 years in private & public executive management with 16 years leading the City of Orting, WA as City Manager.
senior consultant
MATT FULTON
Matt brings over 30 years of local government leadership experience serving as a city manager in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Senior Consultant
MIchael Mirra
Michael has over 43 years of experience, with 24 practicing law representing low-income persons & organizations in civil matters.
Senior Consultant
MICK MONKEN
Michael “Mick” is an accomplished engineering and management professional, bringing a wealth of expertise in the public works sector.
Senior CONSULTANT
STEPHEN CLARK
Steve brings 40 years of knowledge and experience in both public works and municipal planning across Washington state.
Senior Consultant
WAYNE PARKER
Wayne Parker has spent more than 40 years helping communities thrive, serving in leadership roles from small towns to some of Utah’s most dynamic cities.
Senior Consultant - Fire
GORDIE OLSON
Chief Olson brings over 40 Years of professional fire service experience including 8 years as Fire Chief for City of Thornton Fire Department (CO).
Senior Consultant - Fire
DON LOMBARDI
Chief Lombardi brings 34 years of professional fire service experience including 14 years as Fire Chief for West Metro Fire Rescue (CO).
Senior Consultant
Law Enforcement
TIM TROXEL
Tim is a tenured law enforcement professional who brings 33 years of law enforcement experience with 12 years in senior leadership.
Senior Consultant
Law Enforcement
TOM DAVIS
Tom brings over 33 years of law enforcement experience, with half of that time spent in management and leadership positions.
Project Manager
BRENDA GABBITAS
Brenda has over a decade of experience working with many communities around the globe in both public and private sectors.
project Manager
JENNIFER MONSIVAIS
Jen is a dedicated, customer service-oriented professional with ten years of experience working within a University Athletic program.
project Manager
JESSICA NEWMAN
Having worked within the U.S. and internationally, Jessica brings a wide cultural perspective and strong communication skills.