Who is Riley Mulcahy?

Riley Mulcahy is a consultant, writer, and nonprofit executive who works with mission-driven organizations to strengthen strategy, storytelling, and systems for impact. He is the Founder and Executive Director of The RILEY Project, a nonprofit focused on amplifying neurodivergent voices through storytelling, leadership development, and community engagement.

Riley’s work brings together lived experience, organizational leadership, and systems thinking—helping organizations design work that is both effective and human

What inspires Riley’s work?

Riley’s work is shaped by a lifelong engagement with storytelling and lived experience navigating systems not designed for neurodivergent thinkers. He approaches writing and consulting as tools for clarity—using narrative to surface blind spots, align stakeholders, and translate values into action.

At the core of his approach is the belief that inclusive systems don’t happen by accident; they are intentionally designed.

What is The RILEY Project?

The RILEY Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating the voices and experiences of individuals with learning differences. Its work includes storytelling initiatives, youth leadership development, educator engagement, and community partnerships.

The organization also serves as a laboratory for ideas Riley explores in his consulting work—particularly around narrative strategy, program design, and community-centered leadership.

What is Gather San Mateo?

Gather San Mateo is a long-term project Riley is developing as a case study in place-based design, social enterprise, and nonprofit collaboration. Envisioned as a shared community space for nonprofits, social entrepreneurs, and advocates in the neurodiversity and equity space, Gather explores how physical space, governance, and sustainability models can support belonging at scale.

While still in development, Gather informs Riley’s advisory and consulting work around systems design, partnerships, and organizational structure.