Specialty Advisory for
Strategic Growth
You don’t need a press release. You need perspective.
Start with a conversation. All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
Who We AreWho We Are
The Third Room is a discreet strategic advisory space for leaders who make big decisions - and need someone to think it through with first.
This is the space before the rebrand, the press release, the board meeting, or the public launch. It's quiet, considered, and intentionally small.
Led by Nkechi "Payton" Iheme - a former diplomat, policy strategist, and impact executive for global consumer brands - The Third Room offers clarity, counsel, and an outside lens for leaders navigating high-stakes moves.
Who We AreWho It’s For
If you’re carrying the weight of decisions that don’t fit in a boardroom or a Slack thread, The Third Room is for you.
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Founders facing tough calls
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Executives shaping bold strategies
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Creatives launching big ideas
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Leaders needing a moment to realign
Who We AreWhy The Third Room?
For years, I’ve advised leaders behind closed doors—in the White House, the Situation Room, big tech boardrooms, and major brand launches. I’ve seen brilliant minds wrestle with private questions they couldn’t voice publicly.
The Third Room exists for those moments. It’s where you can:
Find clarity amidst complexity
Stress-test ideas with unfiltered feedback
Strategize thoughtfully without spin
No agendas. No judgment. Just a trusted partner to help you lead with confidence.
ServicesOur Services
All sessions confidential. Custom quotes available for in-person or extended engagements.
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One-Time Session
Private 60-minute strategy session for clarity, course correction, or vision testing. Ideal for pivots, positioning, or founder advisory.
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Short-Term Retainer
A discreet window of access (2-4 weeks) for founders and C-suite navigating active decisions, board or brand work, or complex messaging moments.
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Break Glass Engagement
High-touch counsel, in-person or virtual. Used during moments of change, pressure, or opportunity - including board days, founder transitions, & special project alignment.
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Our Process
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Step 1
Connect Confidentially
Share your challenge, idea, or moment of transition.
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Step 2
Pause & Strategize
Together, we’ll unpack, explore, and refine—without rush or noise.
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Step 3
Move Forward with Clarity
Walk away with a clear path, grounded in thoughtful counsel.
This is the room before you are in the big room
— not the spotlight.
If you’re navigating a pivotal decision, brand shift, or bold idea, reach out. We listen before we lead.