Phoenix Garnier-Hewitt Trent is the CEO of Englebright Trent Strategies, a boutique advisory and strategic growth firm that partners with purpose-driven families, founders, institutions, and organizations to elevate philanthropic impact and advance mission-aligned outcomes.

Through Englebright Trent Strategies, Phoenix advises clients on charitable giving strategy, leadership and organizational narrative clarity, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement—helping individuals and institutions align intent with opportunity, articulate their value with confidence, and steward influence with purpose and discipline.

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Phoenix’s work is grounded in a belief that effective philanthropy and leadership require both principled vision and rigorous execution. His advisory approach balances long-term legacy considerations with practical strategy, supporting donors, executives, boards, and cross-sector partners as they navigate complex decisions related to impact, governance, and institutional growth.

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In addition to his professional advisory work, Phoenix regularly contributes his time pro bono and serves in advisory capacities to nonprofit organizations, civic initiatives, and mission-driven efforts. He has worked with boards, executive leaders, and community partners to strengthen governance, refine strategy, and expand access to opportunity—reflecting a long-standing commitment to public service and values-aligned leadership.

This site will serve as a central professional profile.

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Outside of his professional work, Phoenix has a deep appreciation for art and museums, jazz and chamber music, and enjoys riding, skiing, tennis, and fencing.

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