Kim Godley, principal of Constructive Options

Who We Are

Kim Godley LEED AP is the principal of Constructive Options. She is an inventive business generalist focusing on sustainable green initiatives, with more than 30 years of experience across a dozen industries in the related areas of building development, financial analysis and change management. She has particular expertise in commercial, industrial and residential buildings, which she uses to significantly strengthen design/development teams in the Washington, DC area by applying sustainable strategies to all aspects of building projects and business processes. Kim is often called upon for her problem-solving skills and her creative “out-of-the-box” approaches to achieve the simplest possible solutions. She personally manages all projects for her clients — from their initial concept to final integration — and draws upon her extensive network of professional colleagues for additional help when needed.

Education

American University/NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science
Masters of Science Degree in Organization Development - 1995

Wake Forest University
Bachelors of Science Degree (cum laude) in Business/Finance - 1979

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
Accredited Professional - 2008

Presentations/Publications

Eastern Village Cohousing – LEED Green Building (Silver) presentations and educational materials for groups of adults and children (2009)

Make Dollars and Sense of Healthcare Finance at the Virginia Healthcare Financial Management Association 2004 Conference

Finance 101 - Understanding How the Business Operates presentation at the Healthcare Leadership Academy of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Development Dimensions International (10/04)

Introducing Hospital Finance 101 Boosts Returns article for Washington HFMA Capital Pulse (01/04)

Boosting Financial Strength: Educating Workers on Your Finances article for VHFMA Dispatch (4Q/03) read more …

Professional Affiliations

Kim Godley is a member of several professional organizations:

U.S. Green Building Council – National Capital Region Chapter
Green Guild Biodiesel Cooperative
Chesapeake Bay Organization Development Network
American Society for Training and Development