Engage with Us at Transition Planning Services
Scalable Engagement Costs based on personal need and ability to pay
Each client of Transition Planning Services (TPS) requires individual attention; the scope of their transition needs will determine the length and intensity of engagement and the cost. Remember: you are in charge of every aspect of your transition planning. TPS is dedicated to support standards of practice in workplace transition advice and care and follows policies consistent with Out and Equal Workplace Advocates: Workplace Gender Identity and Transition Guidelines. Timelines, the complexity of the business atmosphere, the number of colleagues, the communication strategy, and other factors will influence the scope of activity and costs of engagement. Client costs are related to the value of the service and are calibrated by need and ability to pay. All client cases are considered! Plans are designed to meet your needs - on your terms, your timeline, and your budget.
We can work directly for your company or firm (companies often pay for TPS services directly!)
Human Resource officers and Talent Recruiters may not have experience , expertise [or time!] to manage all the needs of the transitioning employee. In high profile, public facing positions, it is often quite necessary to use Transition Planning Services (TPS) advisors and consultants to guide the choreography of a transitioning senior professional staff member. Let TPS become your 'gender transition concierge'
TPS specializes in maintaining the existing reputations of clients while forging new personal and professional pathways that highlight the character, capabilities, and authentic identities of employees.
If you are ready to take the steps necessary for professional, personal, emotional fulfillment in the workplace and the health and well-being of your true self, TPS will be privileged to be your advocate and guide.
We may work with you Pro Bono
TPS engages in pro bono projects for clients that have immediate need, but few resources.
Please don't let your finances dictate your needs. TPS can arrange differed payment schedules or reduced - or Free! - engagements. All people have the right to access a support system of experienced allies. TPS is dedicated to serve the needs and wishes or all transitioning people regardless of the ability to pay.
Our Team
The team at Transition Planning Services is made up of highly skilled and dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds. We work together to provide our clients with tailored solutions that meet their unique needs.
Abigail Ryster, MS., M.H.R started Transition Planning Services (TPS) in the UK several years ago when there was a clear need to assist professionals transitioning in the workplace but understood there were too few capable consultants and experienced mentors to service those that required help.
Mare Layne, PhD joined TPS in 2020 to service professionals in the U.S. and develop the bro-bono services portfolio.
Abigail [she/her] began her professional career in financial services and customer support management. She holds an undergraduate degree in business administration and certificates in human resource management and personnel development. For ten years, she has been a lead consultant to companies wishing to advance DEI policies and practices in the workplace and advises company leaders on the value of a diverse workforce. Based in the United Kingdom, Abigail serves TPS clients in the UK and the EU fomenting alliances with companies, firms, and assisting trans workers that seek acceptance in the workplace. Abigail can be reached at info@yourtransplan.com .
Mare Layne's [they/them] professional career includes teaching in human subject areas and in gender and cultural studies. They have served as a key administrator in higher education institutions in the U.S. They served as a people/talent recruiter and as a partner and consultant for national and international business development and human talent hiring firms and is practiced in DEI policy and strategy implementation at multiple-scales. Mare is an active political advocate for LGBTQ+ rights [and candidates] at local, state, federal, and international levels.
Mare manages U.S.-based services and also leads the growing TPS pro bono work and outreach portfolio. Due to Mare's efforts of developing relationships with generous individuals, trans-allies, and corporate sponsors, more than half of TPS clients receive services at substantial discount or services for free. Mare is based in the eastern United States. She can be reached at mare.layne@yourtransplan.com, or info@yourtransplan.com.