About Us

Company History

Capability Company was founded in 2001 by Rebecca Worters, a nonprofit fundraising professional who saw the need to assist nonprofit organizations with their leadership transitions. In 2005, Sherry Heuser began working with Capability Company as a senior consultant, directly supporting clients with their searches and advising on company strategy, and became President of the company in 2009.

Sherry Nyman Heuser - President

Sherry’s professional experience spans more than 20 years with nonprofit organizations and local and state governments in Virginia and across North Carolina, and the federal government. She has served as Executive Director and in Program Coordinator roles, including managing administration, statewide grants, and local service provider relations. Recent positions include coordinating children's and family services and health promotion and awareness initiatives. She is passionate about supporting nonprofit organizations and understands the positive impact of a strong infrastructure.

Sherry has served on the Boards of Directors of Marbles Kids Museum and Youth Empowered Solutions in Raleigh and the Board of Trustees of the North Carolina Symphony, in addition to a number of other local organizations. Her volunteer roles have included Board Chair, Committee Chair, activity coordinator and advisory council member. In addition, she is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the Raleigh Professional Women's Forum, and has been recognized for her community involvement by the Junior Woman’s Club of Raleigh, where she is also a member. She recognizes the significant value volunteer leadership can bring to nonprofit organizations, and has experience with all aspects of fundraising.

Sherry enjoys matching nonprofit organizations’ needs with the resources required to accomplish their mission, bringing together leaders and organizations. She believes outstanding people who are committed and effective are the most important asset a nonprofit can have. She is a native of Northern Virginia and has lived in North Carolina since 1996. She holds an undergraduate degree in Counseling from Old Dominion University, a graduate degree in Counseling from George Mason University, and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University. Sherry lives in the Triangle and enjoys hiking, traveling, scuba diving and attending concerts and theater performances.