Amy Kahl and her family when they adopted their daughter in 2014

The story of Spero

In 2014, our youngest daughter joined our family through adoption. Though we waited for several years, when the call finally came, it was sudden — we met her just 24 hours later. We didn’t know when it would happen, or who our child would be — her age, her story, even her name. We had no supplies, no clothes, no way to make a plan.

I spent nearly a month out of state, away from my family, navigating the realities of the adoption process. During that time, our community wrapped around us in ways we’ll never forget. Friends and neighbors stepped in with legal help, rides, baby gear, meals — all the things we didn’t have but so deeply needed. They met us where we were and held the parts we couldn’t carry alone.

That experience shaped me. It showed me the power of community, of practical support, and of having someone step in when life shifts faster than you can manage. It also revealed how often people are expected to hold it all together during seasons of transition — when what they really need is space, clarity, and someone to walk beside them.

That’s why I started Spero.

To create that kind of space for others — whether they're navigating the transitions of family life or leading organizations through seasons of growth and change. Spero exists to bring a plan and a partner to life’s messier moments — because we all deserve support we can trust as we find our way forward.

My background in the consulting, operations, and non-profit spaces combined with my personal transition experiences set the stage for Spero, where strategy and heart come together to help families and mission-driven organizations move forward with confidence.

Our Core Values

  • We start with people, always. We see your potential, your story, and your strength.

  • We Take Trust Personally

    To us, trust isn’t just part of the process — it is the process. It’s built when we show up fully, listen without judgment, and walk beside you with honesty and care. We don’t take it lightly that you let us in. We honor that, every step of the way.

  • Courage in the Mess

    Bravely stay the course and roll up your sleeves to get messy along the way.

    Transitions are rarely tidy. We’re not afraid of the hard parts — we’ll roll up our sleeves and walk through it with you.

  • Growth, Even in the Unlikely Places

    Inspire yourself and others to accept, expect, and create opportunities for positive change.

    We believe change is a chance to grow — not just when it’s easy, but especially when it’s not. We’ll help you find what’s possible.

  • Come As You Are

    We’re all people on a journey.  Bring your full self and engage every individual and their personal story.

    We’re real people walking with real people. We value honesty, story, and showing up as your whole self — no pretending required.

Meet the Team

  • Amy Kahl is the founder and president of Spero Transitions

    Amy Kahl

    Founder + President

  • Michelle Kolling is the Family Transitions Partner at Spero Transitions

    Michelle Kolling

    Family Transitions Partner

  • Lora Sondrol is the Home Transitions Partner at Spero Transitions

    Lora Sondrol

    Home Transitions Partner

  • Tyler Kahl is the Transitions Support Coordinator at Spero Transitions

    Tyler Kahl

    Transitions Support Coordinator

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Spero Meaning

Etymology: From Old Latin spēsō

Pronunciation: (Classical Latin) [ˈspeː.roː]

Verb: to hope, to believe, to trust

What our clients are saying…

  • "After my husband died, I was emotional and my head was spinning and I couldn’t really focus. Spero lead the way to help me get organized which gave me more time to spend with family and friends.”

    > Grieving Family Member

  • “I needed a partner that knew operations, process, and finance, but also the heart and soul of my company and personal vision. Thank goodness I met the Spero team!”

    > Small Business Partner

  • “I was widowed and overwhelmed with papers and financial issues that needed to be resolved. I was just completely stuck in an unexplainable way, unless you understand grief. Spero has a lot of wisdom and experience. With kindness and determination, she freed me from projects that were keeping me stuck in the past.”

    > Widow

  • “Spero provides Strategic insights and direction. They helped me figure out where to start and how to move forward.”

    > Grieving Famliy Client

  • "Our methods were inefficient. Spero has a great perspective on seeing the big picture and knowing what matters. We implemented new methods, and we were able to take on the jobs necessary to expand.”

    > Business Owner

  • "Being solo in my businesses, I needed direction from an outside party who could hold me accountable and keep me inspired. Spero gave me the right balance of big picture strategy paired with actionable tasks. Our work helped me feel comfortable in advancing the vision of three separate missions.”

    > Business Owner