Podcasts about nonprofit jobs

Francesca Orsomarso's arsenal of digital strategies flips the script on traditional recruitment. In today's case study, we're breaking down exactly how Upstate Cerebral Palsy attracted 2,000 qualified applicants within a few months of launching a campaign with FMN Creative.Francesca shares their brilliant one page funnel strategy (and how it was a MAGNET for attracting job seekers), plus the targeted ad approach that resonated with potential recruits and generated awareness. Listen closely as we also reveal how integrating CRM systems with Zapier can create a personal touch, leading to staggering open rates. Hiring great talent is something that every nonprofit has a need for. If you're ready to amplify your current recruitment efforts and connect with your audience on social media, don't miss this conversation!Resources & LinksLearn more about FMN Creative on their website, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Want to make Missions to Movements even better? Take a screenshot of this episode and share it on Instagram. Be sure to tag @positivequation so I can connect with you. The NIO Summit is the nonprofit industry's premier digital fundraising event! Join hundreds of fellow nonprofit professionals in Indianapolis September 18-19 and save $600 on your ticket -- the lowest price available anywhere right here: https://bit.ly/NIOSummit2024Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! Head to YouTube for helpful digital marketing how-to videos and podcast teasers Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

Ever felt the burnout creeping in after countless hours of dedicated nonprofit work? What if there was a way to channel your passion for change-making without sacrificing your mental health and job security? Join us on this enlightening journey with seasoned grant writer, podcast host, and coach, Holly Rustick, as we pull back the curtain on the often unacknowledged realities of toxic nonprofit jobs and explore the stability freelancing offers as an alternative path. Whether you're feeling stagnant in your nonprofit role or are just starting to explore a career in this sector, this episode is a must-listen that could prove to be a game-changer for you. * FREE WEBINAR ON 1/10/24: Quit your Toxic Nonprofit Job & Replace your Income with Freelance Grant Writing Think you've reached out to “everyone” in your network? Out of ideas to get noticed and get funded? Generate leads for your nonprofit or social impact business: https://www.splendidcourses.com/prospectResources: Email Goldmine [Free Class] How to Get Noticed & Funded Online [Free Class] Private coaching: Schedule a discovery call here. - Instagram, LinkedIn, website - Join the Purpose and Profit Club weekly newsletter here. Music by The Selmanaires, featuring "Selmanaire Rock." May contain affiliate links

This episode is all about the societal forces that socialize women of color into low-paying careers in the nonprofit, education, and social services sector. I also share why it is urgent for WOC to leave these jobs, which are not only paying near poverty wages, but also have unrealistic workload expectations that harm our physical and mental health. All in the name of "giving back to our community" of course. Because that's the lie we've been fed. This is actually a re-release of one of the top 3 most downloaded episodes on the podcast. If you're new here, I am excited for you to listen to it for the first time! If you've heard this episode before, I strongly encourage you to listen to it again. To be clear, CORPORATE AMERICA IS NOT PERFECT!! But at the very least, it is not pretending that the only way people can give back to their communities is by dedicating their professional careers to exploitative nonprofit jobs. Lastly, this episode addresses the intersectional pay gap. Latina earners were paid just 52 cents for every dollar paid to a non-Hispanic white man in 2022. In this episode, I address what the Latina Pay Gap is and why is it a systemic failure and not the result of any individual shortcoming. If you're done being overworked, underpaid, and undervalued, book a free discovery call today⁠⁠⁠⁠ to see if career coaching is the right move for you. External Sources on Latina Equal Pay Day Latina Equal Pay Day AAUW Equal Pay Day Calendar  Resources and Links Download your⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FREE Resume Guide and Template⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow @⁠⁠⁠⁠CarlaTheFirstGenCoach⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Learn more:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://thefirstgencoach.com/welcome⁠⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefirstgencoach/support

Join Dr. William Clark in this episode of his podcast as he explores the world of nonprofit jobs, focusing on learning and evaluation. Dive into the intricacies of a recently posted learning and evaluation role by a local foundation. Gain valuable insights into the skills and qualifications required for impactful careers in this field. #Nonprofits #LearningAndDevelopment #CareerGrowth

Join us for a special two-part series of How to Find + Land a Good Job in the Nonprofit Sector This Year. This week is for individual job seekers. Jon and Becky are joined by Brooke Hodnefield and Tim Foot from Slingshot Group. Alongside our nonprofit hiring expert friends, we're exploring cultures of hiring, where to start your journey, how to flex your network for good, and practical advice to keep moving forward. Tune in to get re-energized around your job search

Applying for a job in the nonprofit space can feel like going to the dentist, unfun but sometimes necessary. On today's episode we explore the roller coaster ride that comes with applying to jobs in the nonprofit space and before you even ask, yes, 7 interviews is way too many interviews for a nonprofit job.Plus, I start the show with a story of someone ransacking my car (and on a Sunday morning no less) and we review the top 50 donors in the United States from The Chronicle of Philanthropy annual list.And finally, we have a listener who submitted a Nonprofit Insider Horror story out of Colorado that will leave your jaw completely on the floor.Source: Philanthropy 50: List of America's top 50 donors of 2022--https://apnews.com/article/philanthropy-donors-bill-gates-technology-d377b3dcdd34c0459af2283f03978f6dBe sure to follow The Nonprofit Insider Podcast on Instagram: @thenonprofitinsiderHave a Nonprofit Horror Story you want Swim to read on the show? Email me at TheNonprofitInsiderPodcast@gmail.comIf you're anything like me you like a nice evening tea in the evening after a long day. Visit Art of Tea for 10% off your next purchase of tea and tea accessories today, right here: https://artoftea.go2cloud.org/SHC

OverviewJoin us for a special two-part series of How to Find + Land a Good Job in the Nonprofit Sector This Year. This week is for individual job seekers. Jon and Becky are joined by Brooke Hodnefield and Tim Foot from Slingshot Group. Alongside our nonprofit hiring expert friends, we're exploring cultures of hiring, where to start your journey, how to flex your network for good, and practical advice to keep moving forward. Tune in to get re-energized around your job search

Leslie Touzeau, Organic Policy Manager at QCS (Quality Certification Services), chats with Juan Carlos Rodriguez about how she came across this career path, experiences that contributed to her current role, and places to look further to launch oneself into the organic food industry.  Tune in to learn about: - Leslie's background and pathway to her current role - Applicable skills and experiences to get started in organics - Specific roles and opportunities at QCS - Resources for careers in organics/ the food industry Find more organics career info and opportunities here: International Organic Inspectors Association World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms Organic Trade Association We hope you enjoyed the episode! Please help us continue to produce more valuable content by subscribing to our Fresh Take Podcast Series! Subscribe here SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY- Learn more about the many benefits of becoming a Sponsor of Florida Organic Growers!  Your contribution will not only help to advance an organic and sustainable future but gain brand awareness through our growing audience. If you are interested, click here  Support the show

Anna Cesarotti, Associate Director of Organic Certification at QCS (Quality Certification Services), speaks with Juan Carlos Rodriguez about career opportunities in the growing industry of organics. In this episode, learn about: - How Anna came to work in organics - Types of careers in the organic industry - Why the organic industry is growing  - How to find careers in organics  Learn more about QCS on their website: https://qcsinfo.org/ Support the show

In episode 27 of The First Gen Coach, host Carla Santamaria breaks down the societal forces that socialize women of color into low-paying jobs in social services, education, and the nonprofit sector. Carla details the urgency for WOC to leave these jobs, which, in addition to paying near poverty wages, also require a self-sacrificial mindset and have unrealistic workload expectations that harm a WOC's physical and mental health. This episode is a replay of an Instagram Live that aired on Black Women's Equal Pay Day on September 21, 2022, and is being released in acknowledgement of Latina Equal Pay Day which falls on December 8th, 2022. In this episode, we also discussed: Why student loans are both racialized and gendered Why many so-called "female-dominated" fields are actually female-majority yet male-dominated The "problem" Woman of Color in a Nonprofit Organization External Sources on Latina Equal Pay Day The 2022 Latina Wage Gap is Disastrously Larger than the Year Before: AAUW Equal Pay Day Calendar Resources and Links Download the FREE 21-Day Career Clarity Guide. Follow @CarlaTheFirstGenCoach on Instagram Learn more: https://thefirstgencoach.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefirstgencoach/support

Jon + Becky are hosting a special #AMA (Ask Me Anything) style convo on Friday's episode, and this week's topicis Staffing Up During the Great Resignation. Where to hire? Which roles to hire? And how do allow staff to be in their zone of genius - not wearing all the hats? We love adding your voice to the podcast! So drop us an email, DM or (best option

We've been wanting to have a heart-to-heart chat with one particular audience in the nonprofit sector, so we decided to turn that convo into a series: Friday Convos with Young Professionals. This week we're kicking off the 4-part series by chatting about Finding and Landing Your First Nonprofit Job. We're walking through internship tips, interview Do's and Dont's, cover letters and resumes, digital networking (LinkedIn here at centerstage!), and how to start building your professional network. It's all the stuff we wish we knew, what we would do differently and how to have your passion stand out from the crowd.Episode OverviewOur company's heart for pouring into young professionals (1:30)Warming your network (6:30)Cover letters and resumes: focus on authenticity! (10:00)4 things to include on your resume (15:00)1. Show how you have led2. Share an example of how you have galvanized support around something3. Share how you activated that support4. Show how you hustledActivate your network (16:00)Leveraging LinkedIn as young professionals (18:00)Interview do's and don'ts (23:00)Building your network (32:00)NEW: Young Professional Workshop Series inside PRO - sign up today!For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/168The We Are For Good Podcast is co-hosted by Jonathan McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE and welcomes the most dynamic nonprofit leaders, advocates and philanthropists to share innovative ideas and lessons learned 3x a week!Want to hear insider details and to get our best roundup of tips, freebies, resources and show notes from each episode? Join the Good Community - it's free! Visit www.weareforgood.com/helloAbout our Sponsor GivebutterGivebutter is Loved by over 30,000 nonprofits, student groups, sports teams, schools, companies, and individuals just like you, and PS: it's also loved by the three of us who are superfans of their incredible giving platform.

EP 2185 Frequently, people come to me looking for advice about how to find a job with a nonprofit organization. My guest, nonprofit leadership consultant and podcaster Patton McDowell, and I speak about how to do it. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter is a coach who worked as a recruiter for what seems like one hundred years. His work involves career coaching, as well as executive job search coaching, job coaching, and interview coaching. He is the host of “No BS Job Search Advice Radio,” the #1 podcast in iTunes for job search with more than 2100 episodes. Are you interested in 1:1 coaching, interview coaching, advice about networking more effectively, how to negotiate your offer or leadership coaching? Schedule a discovery call at my website, www.TheBigGameHunter.us Learn to interview like a pro. "The Ultimate Job Interview Framework" www.TheBigGameHunter.us/interviews Kindle and print versions are available on Amazon. Classes On Skillshare https://thebiggamehunter.us/Skillshare Become a freelancer or hire one on fiverr.com https://thebiggamehunter.us/fiverr. I use it and I may wind up hiring you! To set up your freelance business correctly, you may want to incorporate https://thebiggamehunter.us/incorporate Join Career Angles on Facebook and receive support, ideas, and advice in your current career and job. Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/thebiggamehunter Mention you listen to the podcast or watch my YouTube channel. If you are starting your search, order, “Get Ready for the Job Jungle” on Amazon. Job Search Going Nowhere? "Diagnosing Your Job Search Problems" for Kindle on Amazon and receive free Kindle versions of "No BS Resume Advice" and "Interview Preparation. Watch my videos on YouTube at JobSearchTV.com, the Job Search TV app for Roku, fireTV or a firestick or Bingenetworks.tv for Apple TV, and 90+ smart tv's. Since 2007, FlexJobs has been the #1 site for work at home opportunities www.TheBigGameHunter.us/flex Thinking of making a career change and need some ideas that fit you. CareerFitter offers a free test and if you want more you can upgrade for the paid version.https://thebiggamehunter.us/Career --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nobsjobsearchadviceradio/support

NonprofitNewsFeed.com Summary of news for April 19, 2021, California Program Pays To Convert Hotels Into Homeless Shelters California's new Homekey program will spend nearly $600 million to buy hotels and motels and convert them into homeless shelters. The program is a positive step for both addressing issues of homelessness as well as aiding a hospitality industry hit hard by the pandemic, giving owners the chance to sell properties for a good cause. The state received $550 in federal coronavirus funds, and will include nearly $50 million in general state funds. Read more ➝ Nonprofit Jobs Soar In March March saw an 8.9% jump in nonprofit jobs, according to a new report published by The Center for Civil Society Studies (CCSS) at Johns Hopkins University. The additional 81,000 jobs represent the largest monthly rebound of jobs in the sector since August of last year.  All nonprofit fields saw gains, with education leading the way with an additional 45.6k jobs. Despite the gains, the sector is still down jobs totaling 830,000 (6.6%) from its pre-pandemic levels. Read more ➝ Summary EveryAction Announces Acquisition of GiveGab, Combining Two Leaders in Nonprofit Solutions It's Not Just Young White Liberals Who Are Leaving Religion Increased blood usage from hospitals creates heightened need for blood donors | Local News Mick Jagger Partners With Dave Grohl On NFT Fundraiser For Music Venues 11-year-old girl gives back to community through nonprofit  

NonprofitNewsFeed.com Summary of news for April 19, 2021, California Program Pays To Convert Hotels Into Homeless Shelters California’s new Homekey program will spend nearly $600 million to buy hotels and motels and convert them into homeless shelters. The program is a positive step for both addressing issues of homelessness as well as aiding a hospitality industry hit hard by the pandemic, giving owners the chance to sell properties for a good cause. The state received $550 in federal coronavirus funds, and will include nearly $50 million in general state funds. Read more ➝ Nonprofit Jobs Soar In March March saw an 8.9% jump in nonprofit jobs, according to a new report published by The Center for Civil Society Studies (CCSS) at Johns Hopkins University. The additional 81,000 jobs represent the largest monthly rebound of jobs in the sector since August of last year.  All nonprofit fields saw gains, with education leading the way with an additional 45.6k jobs. Despite the gains, the sector is still down jobs totaling 830,000 (6.6%) from its pre-pandemic levels. Read more ➝ Summary EveryAction Announces Acquisition of GiveGab, Combining Two Leaders in Nonprofit Solutions It’s Not Just Young White Liberals Who Are Leaving Religion Increased blood usage from hospitals creates heightened need for blood donors | Local News Mick Jagger Partners With Dave Grohl On NFT Fundraiser For Music Venues 11-year-old girl gives back to community through nonprofit  

Since 1.6 million nonprofit jobs were lost in the three months after the pandemic was declared, steady growth in nonprofit jobs each month was derailed in December, wiping out nearly two months of gains. It’s projected to take 1.5 years for the sector to recover entirely but within most fields it could be a year […]

EP 1943 I speak with Tony Martignetti of “Tony Martignetti Non-Profit Radio” about the many things you can do to find a position in the non-profit sector.   ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter is a career and leadership coach who worked as a recruiter for more than 40 years. He is the host of “No BS Job Search Advice Radio,” the #1 podcast in iTunes for job search with more than 1900 episodes and is a member of The Forbes Coaches Council. Are you interested in 1:1 coaching, interview coaching, advice about networking more effectively, how to negotiate your offer or leadership coaching? Use this link to schedule a free Discovery call with me.  Connect with me on LinkedIn. Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/thebiggamehunter Mention you listen to the podcast or watch my YouTube channel. Otherwise, I may not accept the request, particularly if you are outside the US. If you have a quick question for me, you can get it answered with a 3-5 minute video or schedule a 15 minute live conversation with me. Connect with me on LinkedIn. Join and attend my classes on Skillshare. Become a premium member and get 2 months free.      

46: Finding New Opportunities Through Nonprofit Leadership (Cheryl Richards)SUMMARYAs a nonprofit leader, how do you know when it’s the right time to make a change? That’s exactly where Dr. Cheryl Richards and I started our conversation, as she was only two weeks into her new role as the first female President of Johnson & Wales University’s Charlotte Campus. After great success in her previous leadership role as the CEO & Founding Regional Dean at Northeastern University, she certainly was not compelled to leave, but continued to follow her strategic career vision. In sharing her story, she offers a literal resource manual for current and aspiring nonprofit leaders. Cheryl details her goal-setting and self-assessment activities, her approach to fundraising and board development, and perhaps most importantly, how she has volunteered her time to gain invaluable professional and community experience. She also provides great advice for leading in a virtual environment, identifying and mentoring young leaders, and also throws in a few good books for us to read as well!ABOUT CHERYLCheryl began her tenure as President of Johnson & Wales University’s Charlotte Campus on June 15, 2020. Since 2011, she served as the Founding CEO and Regional Dean of Northeastern University’s Charlotte Campus. As their chief academic officer, she championed the licensure and growth in academic program offerings from eight to more than 50 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs. Prior to Northeastern, Cheryl was a campus and academic dean at the Cato Campus of Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte. Active in the community, Richards has served on a number of boards, including the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance and MeckEd. She currently serves on the boards of Progressive AE, Apparo, the American Heart Association, and Smart Start of Mecklenburg County. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership for Higher Education at Capella University in Minnesota. She has a Master of Science degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communication, both from Colorado State University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESMichael Watkins’ book The First 90 DaysTom Rath’s book StrengthsFinder 2.0Lance Secretan’s book Inspire! What Great Leaders Do

036: Fortune 500 to Nonprofit Founder & CEO (Tina Admans)SUMMARYIt’s quite possible that you (or someone you know) have contemplated leaving the for-profit world to pursue an opportunity in the nonprofit sector. That’s exactly what Tina Admans did after moving to Los Angeles over a decade ago. She could very well have stayed on a successful corporate track that included senior positions at Panavision, GE and NBC Universal, but she knew something was missing and nonprofit leadership was calling her. In this episode of the Path, Tina shares her thoughtful process to understand and explore nonprofit opportunities, and the fascinating circumstance that led her to start - and ultimately lead - Minds Matter Los Angeles. She shares with great candor the strengths she felt translated very effectively into the nonprofit world, but also the challenges of developing a board of directors, delegating to volunteers, and becoming a confident fundraiser. What are the 3 W’s of board recruitment? How can nonprofits better explore partnerships with like-minded organizations? Great insight for any current or aspiring nonprofit leader!ABOUT TINATina Admans co-founded the Los Angeles chapter of Minds Matter in 2010 and has served as President and Chair since. Prior to becoming President of MMLA full time in March 2018, Tina was Director of Business Operations at American Public Media’s radio program Marketplace. Previously, Tina was owner and principal consultant at Pindari Associates, a business transformation consulting company. Prior to Pindari Associates, she was CIO and SVP Financial Shared Services with Panavision, the market leader and Academy Award winning provider of camera and lighting services for the film and television industry. Prior to Panavision, Tina was VP Six Sigma Quality and Digitization at NBC Universal based in Burbank, California as well as a variety of Finance positions including VP of Finance/IT and Sales Traffic at NBC Europe in London, UK. Tina is a graduate of GE’s Financial Management Program as well as a former Corporate Auditor with GE’s elite internal management training program. She holds a BS degree in Finance from Indiana University in Bloomington.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESThe national organization of Minds MatterBrene’ Brown’s book Daring GreatlyJames Kouzes and Barry Posner's book The Leadership Challenge

034: The War for Fundraising Talent (Jason Lewis)SUMMARYFundraising is on every nonprofit leader’s mind right now, and perhaps there is no one better to talk about that topic than Jason Lewis, who literally wrote a book about the topic, The War for Fundraising Talent. As Jason and I discuss, many of the topics he raised in the book are even more relevant right now. Why do so many organizations rely on “arms-length” fundraising tactics, and what can they do about it now? Why are more executive directors declining to accept “overwhelming” job descriptions? What can board members and executive directors do in an uncertain planning environment? What can we expect from the next generation of nonprofit leaders? We tackle these questions and much more in this episode! ABOUT JASONJason is the Founder of Responsive Fundraising, and questions many of our sector’s deeply engrained beliefs and assumptions of how fundraising really works. Whether writing, speaking or training, Jason challenges the prevailing wisdom about fundraising practices, hiring decisions, and donor behavior. Jason earned his M.S. in Nonprofit Management at Eastern University in 2010 and in 2014 graduated from the College of Executive Coaching. In addition to consulting, Jason teaches nonprofit management and social entrepreneurship at York College of Pennsylvania. Jason's first book, The War for Fundraising Talent, was an honest yet hopeful critique of professional fundraising, intended especially for small shops that find it difficult to consistently achieve their fundraising goals. Jason's forthcoming book, Fundraising in an Unpredictable World, will be available this summer.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESJason’s book The War for Fundraising TalentAlvin Roth’s book Who Gets What - and WhyJeremy Heimans & Henry Timms' book New Power: How Power Works in Our Hyperconnected World

033: Adapting to Short-Term Challenges with Long-Term Benefits (Carrie Bhada)SUMMARYCarrie Bhada’s journey in nonprofit leadership has led her to outstanding higher education and healthcare institutions, but it has also given her the experience of dealing with internal and external challenges. While nothing compares to the unique complexities of the COVID-19 situation, she has utilized previous experiences to adapt and lead her team at North Carolina State University as they navigate this uncharted territory. Carrie provided great insight into change management strategies all nonprofit leaders can employ as they shape their fundraising, event management and board relations strategies right now. What are the lessons nonprofit leaders should be learning, and how can they best manage their teams, their boards and their donors? Could the forced changes in how we do staff and board meetings lead to positive structural changes going forward? Could some of the events that are getting cancelled now be retired permanently??? These are just a few of the topics we discussed, and Carrie offers an optimistic and practical approach that is well worth a listen.ABOUT CARRIECarrie has spent more than 20 years working to advance the goals of national non-profits, healthcare organizations and institutes of higher education. She serves as Assistant Vice Chancellor of University Development at NC State University and collaborates with other senior university advancement leaders on the management of the University’s Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign and leadership of the central development team along with several other school and unit-based teams. Prior to this, she served as the Chief Development Officer for the Wilson College of Textiles and Executive Director of the North Carolina Textile Foundation. Before joining NC State University, Carrie served as vice president for Institutional Advancement at St. Joseph’s College (NY), as well as the vice president of development at Huntington Hospital and as the senior director of development at Stony Brook Medicine. She holds a master of healthcare administration from Hofstra University and a bachelor’s degree from St. Joseph’s College. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESJim Collins’ books Good to Great and Built to LastSheryl Sandberg’s book Lean InMalcom Gladwell’s book David & Goliath

032: Community Leadership in the Philanthropic Sector (Michael Marsicano)SUMMARYMichael Marsicano leads one of the largest community foundations in the United States. He is passionate about bringing communities together to maximize philanthropy and improve all aspects of society. Like nonprofit leaders around the world, he was faced with an unprecedented challenge – and opportunity – with the arrival of COVID-19. What did he do? He mobilized his team and collaborative partners throughout the region to quickly establish the COVID-19 Response Fund, one of the largest efforts anywhere in the country. While the fund itself is a fascinating study in community partnerships and the power of philanthropy, Michael and I discussed much more. What are the lessons nonprofit leaders should be learning right now, and how can they best leverage their teams, their boards and their donors? What does this mean for the nonprofit sector after we get through the initial relief efforts? What does this mean for arts & culture organizations that are not on the front line of relief efforts but are hurting, nonetheless? These are just a few of the topics we discussed, and Michael offered words of wisdom and actionable takeaways in every case.ABOUT MICHAELMichael Marsicano, Ph.D., is President and CEO of Foundation For The Carolinas, the community foundation serving Charlotte and the surrounding 13-county region. The Foundation leads a variety of civic leadership initiatives in areas such as affordable housing, economic opportunity, public school reform, the arts and the environment. Since Dr. Marsicano joined the Foundation in 1999 its assets have grown from $245 million to now more than $2.6 billion. During that time, FFTC rose from the 35th largest community foundation in the U.S. to currently the 6th largest, and now manages nearly 3,000 charitable funds. During his tenure, contributions to FFTC-held funds have exceeded $4 billion and grant awards to nonprofits total more than $2.8 billion. Dr. Marsicano joined FFTC after serving as President and CEO of the Arts & Science Council in Charlotte for 10 years. During his tenure, the United Arts Fund moved to the nation’s highest in per capita in annual giving and became one of the largest endowed arts councils in the U.S. A native of New York, Dr. Marsicano received his Bachelor of Science, Master of Education and Doctor of Philosophy from Duke University. He is married to the Rev. Leslie Montfort Marsicano, also a graduate of Duke University and the Duke Divinity School. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESAnthony Doerr’s book All the Light We Cannot SeeYuval Noah Harari’s book SapiensChan Kim and Renee Mauborgne’s book Blue Ocean Strategy

031: Making the Jump: Corporate America to Nonprofit Executive (Kristin Beck)SUMMARYAfter twenty years of success in the for-profit arena, Kristin Beck could have easily continued on her upward trajectory. But her inner voice confirmed something was missing and she knew a change might be warranted. She then began a thoughtful process to evaluate her options and make sure she was prepared for the eventual nonprofit leadership opportunity that could take advantage of the skills and experience she brought from the corporate world. What emerged - her personal strategic plan - is a wonderful example of an approach from which any current or future nonprofit executive can learn. How did she take advantage of a personal retreat to put her plan together? How did she assure she had the technical skills and knowledge to succeed? How did she effectively network in her community to both learn more, and to position herself for the perfect opportunity? Kristin and I discuss all of these questions as well as her remarkable leadership skills in action as she maneuvered through the COVID-19 crisis with her new organization. ABOUT KRISTINKristin Winkle Beck joined Social Venture Partners Charlotte as the Executive Director in October 2019 after two decades of experience leading business units and strategic vendor relationships for Capital One, GE Consumer Finance and Bank of America. She intentionally stepped out of corporate America when she left her position as Senior Vice President at Bank of America Merchant Services to take a sabbatical in 2018 to recharge and refocus her career. During her sabbatical, Kristin completed two coaching certifications and founded her own coaching and consulting firm, Pivot Point Professionals, LLC. Kristin grew up in Ohio and migrated south to attend college, escape harsh winters, and practice southern hospitality. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and a certificate for Business Essentials in Nonprofit Leadership from Wake Forest University. Kristin is a podcast junkie, coffee addict, and networking enthusiast. Along with her husband Aaron, she enjoys cooking and hosting friends in their Charlotte home.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESLink to Social Venture Partners International Link to SVP Charlotte’s Seed20 ProgramLink to Wake Forest University Nonprofit Essentials Program Emily Freeman’s book The Next Right Thing and podcast The Next Right ThingPatrick Lencioni’s book The Five Dysfunctions of a TeamLencioni’s podcast At the Table

030: Nonprofit Leadership in Uncertain Times (Angela Woods)SUMMARYAs the COVID-19 situation descended on her organization with stunning speed, Angela Woods knew she would have to make critical strategic decisions without the luxury of time to thoroughly evaluate options or wait for additional data. Like so many nonprofit leaders right now, she had to rely on her instincts and experience to best “triage” an evolving situation. How she’s managed these circumstances so far is a great study in leadership in action and offers practical ideas and advice for nonprofit leaders at all levels facing similar uncertainty. Angela and I discuss how she rallied her staff, how she adjusted the mechanics of her board, how she adapted her short-term programming, and how she now views her strategic plan going forward. Typical of a good leader, she’s found ways to utilize the current challenges as a means to explore new opportunities for her organization and the girls it serves.ABOUT ANGELAAngela Woods brings over 20 years of combined for-profit and not for profit leadership experience to the Girl Scouts movement and serves as the CEO of the Hornets’ Nest Council in Charlotte, NC. Leveraging her experience as a strategist, she has increased the Council's market visibility, increasing corporate support and individual giving and led the technology platform redesign. Prior to leading the Hornets’ Nest Council, Angela served as the Chief Executive Officer for Girl Scouts Heart of the South in Memphis, TN. Before this appointment, she served as the Interim Chief Executive Officer and COO of the United Way of the National Capital Area (UWNCA) in Washington, D.C. and she also worked for United Way of Central Carolinas where she served as the Senior Vice President of Community Building & Administration. Preceding that, she worked at Bank of America in the areas of institutional trusts, retirement planning and investments, and global finance recruiting. Angela serves on the Board of Directors for two nonprofit organizations: Charlotte Merchants Foundation and Apparo, and in 2015, the Mecklenburg Times named her as one of 50 Most Influential Women in Charlotte. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESSherrell Dorsey’s newsletter ThePLUGMalcom Gladwell’s book BlinkGreg McKeown’s book Essentialism

029: Agile Nonprofit Leadership During the COVID-19 Crisis (Mike Blackwelder)SUMMARYUncertainty abounds in the charitable sector, but leadership is needed now more than ever. My colleague Mike Blackwelder and I tackle five critical areas of leadership, and lift up examples, suggestions and resources to better address each of them. Whether you’re a current nonprofit leader or aspire to be one, these are the types of circumstances you must be ready to manage. How do you work with your staff and board in this virtual environment? Should you ask your donors for more money? What do you do about the in-person programming on which your organization depends? And what are you doing to protect your mental, physical and emotional well-being? For answers to each of these questions, listen carefully to this BONUS episode!ABOUT MIKEMike is a nonprofit and fundraising professional who has been on the leadership path for over a decade. He serves as Managing Director for PMA Consulting, and has extensive experience in fundraising, management, strategic planning, communications, and nonprofit administration. His nonprofit career includes positions at United Way of Central Carolinas, Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County, and Safe Alliance. In his most recent position as Chief Advancement Officer at Safe Alliance, Mike managed a team of development staff and led the agency's fundraising, marketing, volunteer, and advocacy efforts. He received a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Campbell University, a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and an MBA from UNC-Charlotte, and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). Mike is also very involved with the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), where he currently serves as Past President for the board of directors.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESNonprofit Success Toolkit from Nonprofit.istPMA Article: 3 Things Nonprofit Leaders Can Do NowHow Board Members Can Respond to COVID-19 by BoardSourceCoronavirus/COVID-19 Resource Guide from AFP GlobalLa Piana Consulting Coronavirus SurveyPsychology Today's Guide for Self-CareNonprofit Pandemic Resources from the NC Center for NonprofitsPMA Article: 7 Nonprofit Podcasts You Should Listen To in 2020PMA Book Recommendation: 10% Happier by Dan HarrisPMA Book Recommendation: Mindset by Carol Dweck

028: 5 Questions to Answer Before Using A Nonprofit Consultant (Heather Yandow)SUMMARYAs you move into senior leadership in the nonprofit sector, the opportunity to explore external contractors and consultants will likely present itself. How do you evaluate such an option? What are the factors you should consider before engaging such a resource? These are exactly the questions Heather Yandow and I explore in this episode of the Path. Through her experience founding Nonprofit.ist, she is the perfect person to help you evaluate any type of consultant, whether it be for fundraising, human resources, organizational development, program evaluation or anything else for that matter. Also listen to this episode for practical advice that will help assure your use of a consulting resource is worth the time, energy and budgeted resources you might be willing to commit. ABOUT HEATHERHeather Yandow brings more than 20 years of experience as an outreach coordinator, coalition leader, project manager, and fundraiser for Third Space Studio. She helps organizations with strategic planning, board development, change management, leadership development, and going from good to great. Heather’s most recent nonprofit position was as the Director of Development and Communications with the NC Conservation Network. She has also served on the Board of Directors of Democracy NC, ncyt: NC’s Network of Young Nonprofit Professionals, and the Beehive Collective (a giving circle). Heather holds a certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University and is a trained facilitator. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES* The Pomodoro Technique* Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz' book The Power of Full Engagement* What’s the challenge you want to tackle?* Does everyone agree about the challenge?* When do you want to do the project?* How much money do you have to address the problem?* How much organizational time and energy do you have to address the challenge?* Michael Bungay Stanier's book The Coaching Habit

027: Building A Culture of Philanthropy at Your Nonprofit (Stamie Despo)SUMMARYDespite her successful fundraising experience, Stamie Despo knew as a new Executive Director she would need the entire organization to embrace philanthropy for it to achieve the kind of mission success she knew was possible. That’s exactly what Stamie and I discussed during this episode. What exactly is a culture of philanthropy? What did she find when she began her role as Executive Director at the Susan G. Komen affiliate in Charlotte? What were the practical steps she took to assess and integrate new elements of philanthropic culture? And most importantly, what happened, and did it work? Stamie’s thoughtful approach is sure to give you ideas about creating a culture of philanthropy at your current organization, as well as help you map out a plan for your next nonprofit leadership opportunity. ABOUT STAMIEStamie consults nonprofit organizations in the areas of strategic planning, change management and succession, special events and fundraising. She recently completed her tenure as Executive Director of Susan G. Komen Charlotte following her work as the Director of Alumni Relations and External Constituents at UNC Charlotte’s William States Lee College of Engineering. Prior to working at the College, Stamie managed a nonprofit which provided funding to children with cancer for art therapy. She was honored as a 2019 nominee for Charlotte Athena Leadership Award for Service, and received the Health and Human Services Crowning Achiever Award from the Crown Jewels (NC) Chapter of the Links, Inc., for her work at Komen Charlotte and health disparities. Stamie has been a member of the local Charlotte Chapter of the AFP, involved in her church’s women’s philanthropic society and a member of Atrium Health’s Dreamcatcher Society. She holds a Masters in Teaching degree, Summa Cum Laude, from Monmouth University, NJ, a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Cum Laude, from Smith College, Massachusetts, and a Non-Profit Management Certificate from Duke University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESJim Loehr and Tony Schwartz's book The Power of Full Engagement Chuck Collins’ book Robin Hood Was RightSimon Sinek’s book Start With WhyJoan Garry’s Nonprofits Are MessyHBR’s 10 Must Reads On LeadershipKorn Ferry’s Leadership & Talent resources

026: 3 Essential Skills for Nonprofit Leadership (Hal Lewis)SUMMARYDr. Hal Lewis was the perfect person to illustrate three critical skills that nonprofit leaders must develop. As a nonprofit executive himself, a scholar published on a variety of leadership topics, and a consultant working with leaders across the country, he was well-positioned to provide the practical advice and resources you need on your nonprofit path. Hal and I discussed the ability to attract and retain top-notch talent, the ability to successfully partner with your board of directors, and the expertise necessary to build a collaborative organization within your community context. As a prolific writer and speaker, you won’t be surprised to hear Hal offer numerous resources throughout our conversation (many of which are linked within these show notes)!ABOUT HALOver a career that has spanned more than three decades, Hal has been both an extremely successful nonprofit executive, and a highly regarded professor of leadership. Hal taught or lectured at the University of Cincinnati, University of Illinois Chicago, Brandeis University, Spertus College (Chicago), and Hebrew University (Jerusalem). He has served in positions ranging from the Development Vice President of the American Cancer Society (Ft. Lauderdale) to the President and CEO of the Jewish Federation (Columbus, OH). Most recently he completed more than a decade as the President and CEO of Chicago’s Spertus College/Spertus Institute. Because he combines the perspective of both a scholar and a practitioner, Dr. Lewis’ work through his consulting practice, Leadership for Impact, is informed by research and best practice, along with a pragmatic understanding of the challenges facing contemporary nonprofit leaders.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESDaniel Pink’s book DriveDr. John Carver’s Policy Governance Model Peter Drucker and the Drucker InstituteJim Collins’ books Good to Great and Good to Great and the Social SectorsPatrick Lencioni’s book 5 Dysfunctions of a TeamHal’s Consulting Practice Leadership for Impact

025: Utilizing A Coach to Strengthen Your Nonprofit Leadership (Nancy Beard)SUMMARYNancy Beard offers great perspectives on the value of finding good mentors as well as the potential a coach can have on your personal and professional journey. Her path to nonprofit leadership was shaped by early volunteer roles, both as a board member and a volunteer, and she continued to hear a calling for social justice causes that began during her childhood. We had a great conversation about what she is seeing at all stages of the nonprofit professional’s career, and in particular the challenges many are facing as they deal with their boss or their board. Nancy is also a great champion of planned giving, and helps put those she coaches and teaches at ease with ideas that don’t overwhelm. Multiple books and resources to consider as you curate knowledge for nonprofit leadership! ABOUT NANCYNancy has twenty-five years of fundraising stories and experience. She is a thought leader in non-profit work who delights in sharing the “how to” in fund development work in an entertaining presentation. She is currently President of United Church Homes and Services Foundation where she is a generalist handling all aspects of fund development with a special emphasis on a legacy giving program that has grown exponentially. Nancy delights in teaching fund development professionals how to find joy in the legacy conversation. Nancy currently serves as President of North Carolina Council of Charitable Gift Planners. She is a graduated of Queens University in Charlotte, North Carolina and has her Certificate in Non-Profit Management from Duke University. She is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and is a Master Trainer through the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Nancy is a Certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School with a private practice, Nancy Beard Coaching & Motivational Speaking, through which she coaches executive and fund development women in the non-profit sector. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESParker Palmer's book Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of VocationTom Rath's book StrengthsFinder 2.0Henri Nouwen's book A Spirituality of FundraisingDavid Solie’s book How to Say It to Seniors: Closing the Communication Gap with Our EldersBrene’ Brown’s book Gifts of Imperfection

023: Driving from the Backseat: Nonprofit Leadership Lessons (Ronnie Bryant)SUMMARYThe title of Ronnie Bryant’s nonprofit leadership book says it all: Driving from the Backseat. It’s a wonderful illustration of the skill and finesse required by Executive Directors as they steer their organization along but allow a whole group of board members to sit in the front seat and “drive.” My conversation with Ronnie was just as enjoyable as reading his book, full of insight, experience and practical advice for those trying to move ahead on the nonprofit leadership path. We discussed what he learned as a “lateral entry” coming from the for-profit sector into nonprofit leadership, what key attributes he looks for in hiring and promoting staff, and especially how he navigated the nuances of board relations as a nonprofit CEO. ABOUT RONNIERonnie is Founder and Lead Consultant at Ronnie L. Bryant, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in executive coaching, organizational management, and board development and training for top-level corporate and nonprofit managers. Prior to forming Ronnie L. Bryant, LLC, Bryant served as President & CEO of Charlotte Regional Partnership in North Carolina, following executive positions at Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce (Louisiana), St. Louis Regional Chamber & Growth Association (Missouri), and Pittsburgh Regional Alliance (Pennsylvania). Bryant quickly became one of the nation’s most sought-after economic developers, piquing the interests of Charlotte business leaders, who hired him to lead Charlotte Regional Partnership in 2005. Bryant currently serves on the boards of several nonprofits, including the American Leadership Forum, Aspire Community Capital, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont, and Jazz Arts Charlotte. He is a faculty member for the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute, an adjunct professor for UNC Charlotte, and serves as a Visiting Lecturer at Cornell University’s Institute for Public Affairs. He earned a B.S. in business management from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and was a fellow at The Center for Intentional Leadership® at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESRonnie’s book: Driving from the BackseatRonnie’s live event: Accelerate 2020: Maximize Your Performance

022: Essential Skills for Nonprofit Fundraising Success (Joanne Beam)SUMMARYLike many of us, Joanne O’Brien Beam did not aspire to nonprofit leadership following her undergraduate days, but the lure of her alma mater and the skills she developed in the for-profit sector combined to make her a very successful fundraiser and a highly sought-after consultant and coach. Joanne and I had a great conversation about the wonderfully practical advice she received during her journey along the leadership path, and the wisdom she now shares with her coaching clients. We also discussed some of the important trends she sees within the sector, and how these trends affect the opportunities for new fundraising professionals as well as those aspiring to leadership positions. ABOUT JOANNEJoanne is an experienced fundraiser and consultant, serving clients across the nonprofit sector. She is the President of Beam Outcomes, and specializes in effective fundraising strategies, coaching, board development, strategic planning, and leadership development. As a facilitator, Joanne uses the Technology of Participation Method to provide structured facilitation which helps groups think, talk, and work together. She is on the board of the Institute of Philanthropic Leadership where she serves on the faculty for the Leadership Gift School and the New Development Professionals Program. She was also the founder and president of Capstone Advancement Partners (2003-2014), a consulting firm that served dozens of nonprofit organizations. After Capstone, Joanne returned to work with her beloved alma mater Wake Forest University on initiatives ranging from launching the Nonprofit Essentials Certificate program and Summer Immersion Programs. A cum laude graduate of Wake, Joanne served as President of the Student Government. In 2013, the Charlotte Business Journal named her one of the Top 25 Women in Business, and in 2014, she was named one of the 50 Most Influential Women in Charlotte by the Mecklenburg Times. Joanne is an active athlete and avid golfer. She’s married to Steve Beam and has one son. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESSimone Joyaux’s blogTom Ahern’s blogPenelope Burk’s book Donor Centered FundraisingJerry Panas’ book Power QuestionsAdrian Sargeant and Jen Shang’s book Fundraising Principles and Practice

021: 3 Keys to Maximizing Your Nonprofit Leadership Opportunities (Justin Dionne)SUMMARYJustin Dionne knew he had a great opportunity on his hands when he arrived at the Cain Center for the Arts. As a relatively new executive director, he also knew he needed to maximize all of his productivity and professional development resources to get this new organization off the ground as well as navigate its very aspirational campaign of $25 million to build a new performing arts center. Justin and I had a great conversation on Episode #21 of The Path and explored many of his tools and tactics to maximize his talented board of directors, engage the regional community and key donors, and how he built a staffing structure that is poised for even greater growth and success. We also had the added bonus of filming our episode at the studio of Wheelhouse Media, whose talents are on display for Justin and many nonprofit organizations across the country. “Big impacts don't come without big risks; you have to be willing to try."ABOUT JUSTINJustin is in his third year as Executive Director of Cain Center for the Arts. Originally from Salisbury, NC, Justin attended Catawba College for Undergraduate studies and Florida State University for Graduate School. He has spent over 10 years in the arts industry and Non-Profit Sector. While in Salisbury he helped to build the Norvell Theater and then went on to spearhead efforts to renovate a 1920’s warehouse into a performing arts center which became Lee Street Theater. Along with serving communities, Justin is passionate about his family, fitness, bourbon, travel, the Carolina Panthers, and the Florida State Seminoles. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESProductivity hacks: utilizing Gantt Charts, List makingSimon Sinek’s book The Infinite GameConducting a Values RetreatPenny Hawkins’s podcast episode #3 on Women in the Nonprofit SectorTools for learning: podcasts (here’s PMA’s 7 recommendations), YouTube videos Attracting successful board membersCreating a successful staff hiring process

020: BONUS: A Dozen Resources for the Nonprofit Professional (Leighton Fogan)SUMMARYLeighton Fogan has not only enjoyed a successful career in the nonprofit sector, but she’s also a dedicated student of professional development resources! Her career path includes hands-on experience at several nonprofits, many successful consulting engagements, and coursework through Columbia University and Duke’s Nonprofit Management program. Episode #20 of The Path features our conversation on three categories of career-enhancing resources, and is a gold mine for current and aspiring nonprofit leaders. We cover a range of options, from online tools you can access right now to graduate programs that might be part of your long-term journey.ABOUT LEIGHTONLeighton Fogan is a fundraising and development professional who joined PMA after returning to her hometown of Charlotte, NC. She has extensive experience with corporate and foundation partnerships, successfully structuring relationships with national and international firms in the private and public sector. Leighton spent nine years in New York City where she launched her career in nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy management. Prior to joining PMA, she led the institutional investor portfolio as a Senior Development Associate for Echoing Green, a global social venture fund. Her career has also included working with New York City nonprofits Common Cents and Synergos, and Charlotte nonprofits Care Ring and Physicians Reach Out, where she completed a year of full-time service with AmeriCorps. Leighton graduated cum laude from Wake Forest University with a bachelor's degree in English and holds certificates in Business Management from Columbia Business School and Nonprofit Management from Duke University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESFoundation Center and GuideStar are now Candid.orgNonprofitReady.org Young Nonprofit Professionals NetworkNational Association of Nonprofit ProfessionalsBoardSource Leadership Forum May 7-8, 2020NC Center for NonprofitsAssociation of Fundraising Professionals; Association for Healthcare PhilanthropyGrant Professionals Association; National Association of Charitable Gift PlannersThe Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Chronicle of Philanthropy; Philanthropy News DigestCertified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)The Institute for Philanthropic Leadership

019: Hiring Talent and Sharpening Your Nonprofit Leadership Skills (Tiffany Capers)SUMMARYTiffany Capers did not plan to go into nonprofit leadership, and in fact, she thought her graduate degree would take her into a corporate environment. But after opportunities in government and in a community foundation, she found a calling that led to leadership in our sector. She now serves as the Executive Director of the CrossRoads Corporation, which creatively partners with the residents of the Grier Heights neighborhood in Charlotte and numerous other stakeholders to revitalize the community about which she is so passionate. Tiffany and I discuss many topics related to her leadership journey, including how she turned career changes into opportunity, and some of the tangible and intangible attributes she’s looking for when hiring talent. Tiffany also describes how she uses role plays to evaluate a candidate’s preparation, data management and performance in an interview setting. She’s also got great resources for productivity and for curating high-quality content. ABOUT TIFFANYBorn in New Jersey and raised in South Carolina, Tiffany experienced a little bit of city life and a lot of rural life throughout her childhood which helped her develop an appreciation for contrast and difference and juxtaposition. She graduated from the University of South Carolina in Columbia with a degree in psychology and completed her graduate work at UNC-Charlotte with a degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. She’s spent the better part of her professional life working in the public sector, for the Foundation For The Carolinas and Teach for America, managing programs, leading teams, working in spaces that addressed equity, access, inclusion and opportunity. She is also the mom of and constant negotiator (!) with a 2-year-old daughter. She is also interested in art (creating it and appreciating it), books, social and economic justice, and “being more curious than certain and being brave enough to have conversations that matters.”EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESProductivity hacks: Microsoft outlook, careful delegation of work to empower teamPublic sector work included youth employment program and budget evaluation officeUse of role-plays in interviews: prompts, scenarios, and data for presentation Content Curation: Medium, Harvard Business Review, The AtlanticJim Collins’ book: Good to Great and the Social SectorsDeveloping a personal board of directors

018: How Do You Blend For-Profit and Nonprofit Leadership Lessons? (Will Jones)SUMMARYLike many in the nonprofit sector, Will Jones gained leadership experience from other arenas, including the social service and for-profit sectors. He now serves as the President and CEO of Thompson, a leading provider of clinical and prevention services for children and families across the Carolinas. Will and I dive into many topics related to the blend of best practices he’s gained from his experience, and what he’s learned that will help current and aspiring nonprofit leaders along the Path. How do you push for “profitability” in a nonprofit world? How do you find and hire the right people, and how do you keep your team engaged and motivated? This episode will give you much to consider, and many resources to boot!ABOUT WILLWill started his career with the Orange County Youth & Family Services Division and moved from there to the Children’s Home Society of Florida in Orlando. He then served as senior vice president of One Hope United in Orlando, and after that become the chief operating officer at Eckerd Youth Alternatives. In 2015, Will joined SAS, the largest privately-owned software company in the world, as a human services industry consultant. Since joining Thompson as President/CEO in 2017, he has steadily moved the organization forward including 200% growth in its foster care program and the facilitation of community mental health services that served 145% more children and families. Will earned his undergraduate and master’s degrees in criminal justice from the University of Central Florida, and he and his wife Yereely have five children.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESWill’s 3 C’s for hiring: competency, capacity, culture fit “Potential can get you fired"“Leaders are learners”“No margin, no mission” Patrick Lencioni’s book The Ideal Team PlayerKeith Ferrazzi’s book Never Eat AlonePatty Azzarello’s book MoveKim Scott’s book A Radical CandorJohn Maxwell’s book 21 Laws of Leadership

017: How Do You Move from Manager to Senior Leader at Your Nonprofit? (Katherine Lambert)SUMMARYKatherine Lambert is passionate about professional development in the nonprofit sector and is a champion for internal candidates who can serve as senior leaders. Her advice provides great insight for other senior leaders who want to better develop their talent, but also provides many clues for those pursuing a new job in the charitable sector. Katherine talks about how she allocates professional development funds in her organization, and exactly what she asks in interviews to determine whether someone has the requisite skills but also the intangible “fit” dynamic that will better predict success. How can we better orient and onboard our talent - in the first 30 days - to assure long-term success? How do we better clarify job descriptions and job plans to align with the organization’s strategic plan, as well as assure a professional development path is clear going forward? Find out these answers and many more resources in this episode.ABOUT KATHERINEKatherine joined the Alzheimer’s Association, Western Carolina Chapter, in 2014 as its Chief Executive Officer. She works with a volunteer and staff team across the 49 counties in Central and Western North Carolina, and in 2017, her role expanded to serving as the Regional Leader for all chapters in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Prior to leading the Alzheimer’s Association, Katherine served as Executive Vice President for Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council for five years and as Chief Development Officer for an additional three years. She also founded and led The Lambert Group for four years providing strategic planning, fund development and training resources for non-profit organizations. Preceding her non-profit career, she spent six years in the financial services and headhunting industries. Katherine earned her bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a Certificate in Marketing and Management from Duke University and has achieved her CFRE (Certified Fundraising Executive) designation. Currently, she is an active member of Trinity Presbyterian Church and Women Executives. She’s chaired two nonprofit organizations, Sharon Towers and the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESPreparing for nonprofit job interviews to show skill and potentialIdentifying comparison and aspirational peersOnboarding strategies to assure rapid successBrian Tracy’s book Eat That FrogAnn Rhoades’ book Built on ValuesTom Rath’s book Strengths Based Leadership

016: 4 Writing Practices for Nonprofit Success (Clay Hodges)SUMMARYThe concept of writing might not be an activity that brings back pleasant memories (late-night term papers anyone?), but as attorney Clay Hodges illustrates, it is a powerful tool to activate in your productivity toolbox. In this episode of the Path, Clay and I explore four different writing rituals and routines that can help you build skills for professional development and more effective communication. How can you utilize journaling to monitor personal and professional progress? How can you improve your technical and persuasive writing abilities? How can you use writing to distill knowledge in an age of information overload? Find out more in this episode, and how Clay has developed the discipline and focus required to be a consistently effective writer and communicator.ABOUT CLAYClay Hodges is a partner at the law firm Harris Sarratt & Hodges, LLP, and represents clients in personal injury cases with a focus on medical device and failed drug litigation. He graduated with honors from UNC Chapel Hill in 1990, where he wrote his undergraduate honors thesis on the Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education Supreme Court case. He earned a master’s degree in literature and received his JD from the UNC School of Law, where he won the Gressman-Pollitt Award for Excellence in Oral Advocacy. He’s been recognized as a North Carolina Super Lawyer, is a member of the 2003-2005 class of the William C. Friday Fellowship for Human Relations, and has served as Chair of his Rotary Club’s scholarship committee. He has also taught law in the graduate studies program at Meredith College.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESWriting for Self-Care: journaling/therapy, affirmations, charting habitsWriting to Distill/Acquire Knowledge: book reports, memo summariesWriting to Goal-Set/Plan: weekly ritual, quarterly review, annual goalsWriting to Communicate & Produce Content: blog posts, articles, books Dan Harris’ book 10% HappierCal Newport’s book Deep WorkClay’s website and blog

015: Personal Branding for the Nonprofit Professional (Yvonne Levine)SUMMARYWhat is Personal Branding, and why is it important for you as a nonprofit professional? That’s exactly what Yvonne Levine and I discussed in this episode of the Path. Yvonne’s great coaching and consulting experience with different organizations - and their senior leaders - provides many useful take-aways for current and aspiring nonprofit leaders who want to engage in genuine activities to build their positive brand. Among other things, we talk about when to begin crafting your personal brand, and the many things to consider beyond just your resume. In addition to the digital elements of your brand, her advice certainly addresses the chances you’ll have to make presentations and speeches, and how to best maximize those opportunities. ABOUT YVONNEYvonne is the president and chief marketing consultant of YGL Enterprises, Inc. and is a results-driven marketer with over 25 years of experience in assisting professional services organizations, small and mid-sized businesses, and other community-related organizations in the development and execution of successful marketing strategies. Her strengths include strategic planning, branding, content development, community partnerships, creative agency and vendor management, client surveys and focus groups, marketing communications, social media, project management, and corporate sponsorships. Additionally, Yvonne believes in giving back to her community, where she has served on numerous boards and committees, including Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, the Carolina Raptor Center, GenerationNation, the Mecklenburg Livable Communities Initiative, and the Mecklenburg County Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service Committee. She is a graduate of Leadership Charlotte, Class 31, and a committed volunteer for the Charlotte Humane Society.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESGreat resources and writing at Yvonne’s Blog"A personal brand is a person’s perception of another person, primarily in a business context.""Whether you're a nonprofit or corporate leader, understanding your brand and what you have to offer greatly impacts your influence over others."Molly Barker, Girls on the Run"With the vastness of reach of social media today, you can't ignore that you have to take control of your brand early on.”“There’s a fundamental difference between bragging and clearly articulating one’s unique strength.”Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People

014: Finding Your Nonprofit Leadership Shadow (Will Sparks)SUMMARYWhat is your leadership shadow, and why should you worry about it? That’s exactly what Dr. Will Sparks and I discuss on this episode of The Path. He’s spent 20 years researching the characteristics of great leaders, and also the “shadow” side of their leadership styles which often hold them back in ways they’re not even aware. Will and I explore the practical aspects of his studies, and how nonprofit leaders can amplify their positive qualities but – more importantly – identify specific ways to identify their shadow side and do something about it. You’ll see how this can not only accelerate your journey on the leadership path, but also create a more dynamic and productive environment for your staff, board and volunteer colleagues. ABOUT WILLWill Sparks is the Dennis Thompson Chair & Professor of Leadership at the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte, where he also serves as the Director of the Office of Leadership Initiatives. He serves as the Managing Director for William L. Sparks & Associates, LLC, a professional services firm founded in 1997 focused on leader and team development, personal transformation and change management. He has consulted with a variety of international organizations in the public and private sectors. He serves as a Director on the boards of the Dilworth Center in Charlotte, NC, and The Project Appraisal Methodology (PAM) Institute in Washington, DC. He completed his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Development from The George Washington University’s School of Business and Public Management, where his research focused on group dynamics, organizational culture, and leadership. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESText 362 260 to WILLSPARKS to receive free app with the ALP SurveyWill’s book Actualized LeadershipWill’s Ted Talk "The Power of Self Awareness"Cal Newport’s Deep WorkViktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for MeaningPeter Browning’s The Director’s ManualErich Fromm’s Escape from FreedomStephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Brene’ Brown’s Ted Talk The Power of Vulnerability

#013: Build A 2020 Personal Strategic Plan That Works (Patton McDowell)SummaryWhile the start of a new year often inspires well-intentioned efforts to put a new professional development plan in place, too often the result is a set of vague goals that don’t survive very far into the Spring season. This episode offers multiple ways you can make your plan more actionable and productive for 2020 and beyond. This is the third of three episodes in a year-end series that first covered the keys to an effective year-end review (episode #11) and then a second episode that recommended seven professional development books (episode #12) to add to your reading list. Listen to this episode to explore:1. How to effectively Sharpen Your Vision to provide the basis for your 2020 plan2. How to do a self-assessment and Map Your Course with clear milestones3. How to Get in Shape by establishing six routines and rituals These activities will get you beyond setting generalized annual goals, and help you put practical steps in place to accelerate Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Interested in a copy of the 10 skills and experiences assessment worksheet? Email me at pm@pattonmcdowell.com. About PattonPrior to founding PMA Consulting in 2009, Patton served as Vice President for University Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte where he was responsible for all fundraising, communications, and alumni programs for the university. Before Queens, Patton served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Wilmington, where he was the youngest vice chancellor in the 16- campus UNC system. He previously served as Program Director for Special Olympics North Carolina in Raleigh, following his tenure with Special Olympics International in Washington, D.C. He is a native of Elizabeth City, NC, and received a bachelor’s degree in English Education from UNC Chapel Hill, where he was a Morehead Scholar. He received his MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens, and his Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), a Master Trainer for AFP International, and a member of the William C. Friday Fellowship for Human Relations. Patton is a former board president of AFP Charlotte and served as the Chapter Representative on the AFP International Board. He also serves as the Lead Faculty Member for the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership and both of its signature programs: New Development Director Training and Leadership Gift School. Patton and his wife Cindy have three adult children.

#012: 7 Professional Development Books for Your 2020 Reading List (Patton McDowell)This is the second episode in a three-part series focused on an effective year-end review and an actionable personal strategic plan for the year ahead. Many goal setting exercises include an effort to read more on professional development topics, and this episode recommends seven books that correspond with each “stop” on Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Listen to hear summaries of the following outstanding resources:1. As you Sharpen Your Vision, read Carol Dweck’s Mindset2. To help you Map Your Course, read Brian Moran’s The 12 Week Year3. As you Get in Shape, read Loehr & Schwartz’ The Power of Full Engagement 4. To better Curate Knowledge, read Cal Newport’s Deep Work5. To better Express Yourself, read Paul Smith's The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell6. As you Build Community, read Susan Cain’s Quiet7. To Practice Leadership, read Marshall Goldsmith’s What Got You Here Won’t Get You ThereAbout PattonPrior to founding PMA Consulting in 2009, Patton served as Vice President for University Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte where he was responsible for all fundraising, communications, and alumni programs for the university. Before Queens, Patton served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Wilmington, where he was the youngest vice chancellor in the 16- campus UNC system. Patton is a former board president of AFP Charlotte and served as the Chapter Representative on the AFP International Board. He also serves as the Lead Faculty Member for the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership and both of its signature programs: New Development Director Training and Leadership Gift School. Patton and his wife Cindy have three adult children.

#011: Planning for 2020? Start With These 4 Year-End Exercises to Close Out 2019 First (Patton McDowell)SummaryWhile it’s hard not to look ahead to a new year (and a new decade) in 2020, this episode of the Path reminds us that a good annual review process helps clarify and sharpen your focus for the year ahead. Patton outlines four distinct exercises that will help guide your review in a way that goes further than simply answering whether you achieved your goals or not. This special episode - and the first in a mini-series - provides practical advice that can jump start your planning process, no matter what time of year you choose to tackle it. Listen to this episode to explore:1. Three levels of a strategic calendar review2. A qualitative review of your top accomplishments and challenges, and then an assessment of the six key rituals and routines3. A targeted decluttering exercise (no, it’s not great fun, but worth it)4. Recapturing the year’s professional development content for actionThese activities will get you beyond setting vague annual goals, and help you put practical steps in place to accelerate Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Hit subscribe, and accelerate your journey on a nonprofit career path that can change your life!About PattonPrior to founding PMA Consulting in 2009, Patton served as Vice President for University Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte where he was responsible for all fundraising, communications, and alumni programs for the university. Before Queens, Patton served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Wilmington, where he was the youngest vice chancellor in the 16- campus UNC system. He previously served as Program Director for Special Olympics North Carolina in Raleigh, following his tenure with Special Olympics International in Washington, D.C. He is a native of Elizabeth City, NC, and received a bachelor’s degree in English Education from UNC Chapel Hill, where he was a Morehead Scholar. He received his MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens, and his Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), a Master Trainer for AFP International, and a member of the William C. Friday Fellowship for Human Relations. Patton is a former board president of AFP Charlotte and served as the Chapter Representative on the AFP International Board. He also serves as the Lead Faculty Member for the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership and both of its signature programs: New Development Director Training and Leadership Gift School. Patton and his wife Cindy have three adult children.

010: Overcoming 3 Barriers to Nonprofit Leadership Success (Karen Mitchell)SUMMARYDr. Karen Mitchell has seen too many talented professionals who, despite great potential, do not achieve the kind of leadership success they deserve. What are the barriers that prevent this ultimate success? That is exactly what Karen and I discuss on this episode, particularly the three skills in particular that if mastered, can help accelerate leadership opportunities. The first thing we discuss is the ability to project executive presence. What is it, and how can you get better? We then discus the ability to deliver presentations that inspire, which is certainly a skill that benefits anyone trying to better articulate the mission of their nonprofit. Finally, we talk about the nuances of managing a team, whether that be one that is small or large, or comprised of volunteers or paid staff. Karen also shares some great resources and will add some good books to your library as well.ABOUT KARENKaren’s coaching and consulting practice, Cottage Insights, creates opportunities for personal and professional development and growth. Early in her career, she was in the nonprofit world, working at Conservation International in Washington, D.C., and then in Kansas City, she worked for Union Station Kansas City, a nonprofit housed in a historic train station with museums and traveling exhibits. She’s also spent the last 14 years on the faculty at Elizabethtown College, a non-profit institution in central Pennsylvania, and is currently teaching in their graduate program on Strategic Leadership. Previously at the college, she worked with their Social Enterprise Institute and helped several social enterprises develop programs. Karen holds a B.A. in English and Economics from the University of Mary Washington, an M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Kansas, and her Doctorate in Education at the University of Southern California. Learn more about Karen here, and check out her website to learn more about her coaching and consulting. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESKaren’s productivity: daily/weekly lists, notebooks, and even a binderAmy Jen Su & Muriel Wilkins’ book Own the RoomNancy Duarte’s TED Talk on The Secret Structure of Great TalksMaking a PechaKucha presentationMelinda Gates’ book The Moment of LiftAdam Grant’s book Give and TakeGordon MacKenzie’s book Orbiting the Giant Hairball

009: Do You Have A Nonprofit Talent Management Strategy? (Karen Geiger)SUMMARYWhat is talent management, and why is it important? Dr. Karen Geiger has worked with dozens of organizations and has seen what makes successful ones work, and what individual leaders can do to advance their career and the organizations they lead. Karen is a teacher and trainer at heart and combines personal experiences as well as those she’s had within the corporate, education and nonprofit sectors to offer wise counsel for current and aspiring nonprofit leaders. We discussed the factors that influence an individual’s nonprofit career journey and zeroed in on the board’s role in defining leadership positions for their organization. As Karen notes, many organizations use “best practices” as a proxy for their talent management plan, but these best practices are simply a proxy for “that’s the way we’ve always done things.” She explains some of the unique challenges a nonprofit leader faces by not working for a single boss, but often a dozen or more board-member bosses (who then rotate every year!). Finally, she shares a number of resources that can help you evaluate what you’re looking for on your nonprofit career path, and how you can best advance into leadership roles.ABOUT KARENAs a private consultant, Karen designs and conducts leadership experiences, and supports diversity/inclusion and race privilege awareness through group facilitation, one-on-one coaching and 360-degree feedback. Her client companies include those in financial services, medicine, non-profit organizations, and city-county governments. She is a member of the International Leadership Association; and is certified by the Harvard Program on Negotiation, Wiley behavioral profiles, and the Center for Creative Leadership in assessments and simulations. Karen holds a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Rochester, an M.S. in Education from Indiana University and a PhD in Leadership and Change from Antioch University. She is President of Karen Geiger & Associates, Inc, a consulting firm she founded in 1992 specializing in talent and organizational development. Before starting her own business, Karen was a Senior Vice President at Bank of America, where she held positions as Director of Corporate Training and Development, Director of Career Planning and Director of Work/Family Programs. Learn more about Karen here, and check out her website to learn more about her coaching and consulting. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES· Karen’s productivity: calendar-driven to-do lists and time blocking· The board’s role in defining leadership expectations· Brian Tracy’s Eat That Frog! book· Ram Charan’s The Leadership Pipeline book· Marcus Buckingham YouTube How to Succeed at Work· Lahey & Kegan’s How the Way We Talk Can Change the Way We Work book

008: Leadership Lessons & Telling Your Nonprofit Story (Don Jonas)SUMMARYDon Jonas knows that the key to effectiveness in the nonprofit realm is being able to explain the good work you are doing. He has always been a student of nonprofit leadership, and we had a great conversation about communication strategies, mindfulness/wellness techniques, and leadership lessons he’s learned during his career. We discussed the factors that influenced his career path and the lateral entry into the nonprofit sector after early aspirations to become a college professor! Dr. Jonas offers great advice he’s gathered during each stage of his career, and he also shares excellent resources for your continuing pursuit of professional development. Finally, he makes a compelling case about how to better articulate the good work your nonprofit is doing through more content creation and creative methods such as podcasting. ABOUT DONDon serves as chief executive for one of the oldest and largest health care agencies in the Carolinas, Care Ring, which is based in Charlotte, NC, and helps individuals with limited resources find quality health care. Don is passionate about building long-term partnerships that accelerate community building and improve lives. His academic career includes stops at UNC Chapel Hill for his undergraduate degree in Political Science, Appalachian State University for his Masters in Political Science and Government, and the University of Kentucky for his Ph.D. in Political Science and Government. His career has included stops at the Hudson Institute, the Foundation For The Carolinas and Novant Health’s Presbyterian Hospital Foundation before his current role leading Care Ring.Learn more about Don here, and check out Care Ring’s Seeking the Heart podcast as you evaluate how your nonprofit can best share the good work it’s doing and elevate the community partnerships you are building. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESDon’s productivity: calendar blocking, “think time”, meditationRituals: evening, morning and start-up at workImportance of succession planning for board and staffSimon Sinek’s Start With WhyDon’s excellent blog on applying Sinek’s principles to his nonprofitEvaluating your organization’s communication strategies and tactics Only the Paranoid Survive (Andrew Grove)The Carolina Way - Leadership Lessons (Dean Smith)Wooden on Leadership (John Wooden)

007: Know Your Numbers: Maximizing Data for Nonprofit Success (Shannon Hinson)SUMMARYWhile emotion plays a part in telling a compelling story about your nonprofit, Shannon Hinson reminds us that knowing your numbers is both a powerful tool to focus your time and energy as well as the best way to assure much greater fundraising success. Shannon and I had a great conversation about many lessons she’s learned after joining the nonprofit sector as a “lateral entry”, and what she believes are the keys to her success as a fundraiser and senior nonprofit leader. She also shares excellent resources you can consult for professional development, and clearly identifies the three data points on which every nonprofit leader should be monitoring to sustain and build financial support. ABOUT SHANNONShannon has more than 20 years of experience in organizational management, marketing, business and fund development. She joined the nonprofit community from the for-profit arena, working her way from an initial annual fund position to now leading a team of 20 at one of the largest Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the country as its VP of Organizational Advancement & Development. She is a past Board Chair for the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), and currently serves on the board for the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership. Shannon was also recognized by her peers as the Outstanding Fundraising Executive at the National Philanthropy Day awards in 2018. She has an MBA from UNC Chapel Hill (Kenan Flagler School of Business) and a BA from UNC Greensboro.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESShannon’s productivity: “project triage” and alignment with the bossHow to make your transferable skills work Critical partnership between marketing and fund developmentKnowing the language of nonprofit – don’t flex your for-profit jargon!AFP Effectiveness studyThe power of annual fund as a foundation for learningWhat is she looking for when making a hire?Adrian Sargeant and the lifetime value of a donorThree key data points: retention, bump-ups, consecutive-year givingDonor Perfect Monthly Donor Metrics ebookPainting the big picture: contributed and earned revenueTraction (Gino Wickman)First 90 Days (Michael Watkins)

006: Navigating Your Nonprofit Career & Creating Positive Workplace Culture (Michelle Hamilton)SUMMARYMichelle and I had a great discussion on all three phases of a nonprofit career: getting started and navigating your first nonprofit job; advancing into leadership as you move through your mid-career; and maximizing leadership opportunities once you achieve them. Michelle also shares great resources and tips to stay organized amidst a busy nonprofit lifestyle and how to develop a positive workplace culture.ABOUT MICHELLEMichelle Hamilton, CFRE, is Interim President & CEO at the Charlotte Symphony, an orchestra bucking the trend of symphony orchestras serving a narrow slice of society in its belief that sharing music should be a right and not a privilege. She has 28 years’ experience as a non-profit leader, including work with the Houston Symphony, Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and the Arts Council of Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Michelle is a Lafayette, Louisiana native and holds a BA in communications from the University of Louisiana. She is a past president of the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, an international organization inspiring global change and supporting efforts that generate billions of dollars in philanthropy. She was recognized as Charlotte’s Outstanding Fundraising Professional by AFP Charlotte in 2013. Learn more about Michelle on LinkedIn and her work at the symphony at Charlotte Symphony Orchestra.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESWhy choose a nonprofit career?Distinguishing between work at larger and smaller nonprofitsUsing post-it notes and Outlook to stay organizedCarson Tate at Working SimplyMaximizing a mentorWhen is it time to leave your nonprofit job?Main things she looks for when hiring, and best interview question she usesProfessional development resources she recommends for aspiring leaders3 ways to create a positive nonprofit cultureWhat she does to continue her professional development Strengths Based Leadership (Tom Rath)Donor Centered Leadership (Penelope Burk) More about their creative programming: CSO Website, Instagram

005: New to Nonprofit? 5 Ways to Hit the Ground Running (Mike Blackwelder)SUMMARYOne of the challenges of starting a job in the nonprofit sector is the volume of information, skills and experiences you’re trying to learn and manage, often without adequate on-boarding support from your organization. If that challenge is one you’re facing, or you want to do a better job helping develop your staff talent, this episode is for you. Mike and I explore five ways you can accelerate your journey on the nonprofit path with practical tips, ideas and resources.ABOUT MIKEMike Blackwelder is a nonprofit and fundraising professional who has been on the leadership path for over a decade. He serves as Managing Director for PMA Consulting, and has extensive experience in fundraising, management, strategic planning, communications, and nonprofit administration. His nonprofit career includes positions at United Way of Central Carolinas, Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County, and Safe Alliance. In his most recent position as Chief Advancement Officer at Safe Alliance, Mike managed a team of development staff and led the agency's fundraising, marketing, volunteer, and advocacy efforts. Mike received a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Campbell University, a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and an MBA from UNC-Charlotte, and recently became a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). Mike is also very involved with the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), where he currently serves as Board President.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES· What questions should you ask in your first 90 days on the job?· The First 90 Days (Michael Watkins) · Identifying key goals and challenges of the organization · Mike’s keys to staying organized; to-do list and email management · Strategic networking: comparable and aspirational peers· What skills and experiences should you master?· Importance of self-care· Creating of personal development plan· Maximizing professional development organizations like AFP· Mike’s Pick: Donor Centered Fundraising (Penelope Burk)· Mike’s Pick: Achieving Excellence In Fundraising (Hank Rosso)

003: Maximizing the Talent of Women in the Nonprofit Sector (Penny Hawkins)SUMMARYWhile nearly 75% of nonprofit professionals are women, less than half of the CEO’s in the sector are female, and those in leadership are making 30% less than their male counterparts. Penny and I had a great conversation about these and other important topics facing women in the nonprofit community, and topics that are equally important for their male colleagues. She also shares great advice and resources for women on the path to nonprofit leadership!ABOUT PENNYPenny has enjoyed 15 years of professional experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. She began her career in Private Equity with BlackHawk Capital Management where she focused on communications, investor relations, marketing and operations. After completing the Foundation for the Carolinas Impact Fund for Emerging Philanthropists in 2008, she combined her skill for investor relations with a desire to support growth in Charlotte’s vital philanthropic community and entered the path to nonprofit leadership. Prior to joining PMA Consulting as a Senior Consultant, Penny held leadership development positions at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation, KinderMourn, and the Council for Children’s Rights. In her most recent role with Novant Health, she served as the Development Program Manager of the Children’s and Women’s Service Lines. Penny has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Mass Communication with a focus on Public Relations from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She’s obtained her CFRE (Certified FundRaising Executive) designation, obtained certification from the Wake Forest University’s Essentials of Business for Nonprofit Organizations, and is the incoming Board President for the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES· Penny’s productivity: spreadsheets; “eating frogs”; 5am to 7am· Eat That Frog (Brian Tracy)· 5am Miracle (Jeff Sanders), Miracle Morning (Hal Elrod)· Five generations of women in the workforce · Sexual harassment protections for employees and donors · Utilizing mentors at all stages of your career · Beware the power dynamic of “the client is always right”· What policies does your organization need?· Female donors are increasingly leading family philanthropy · Penny’s Pick: Quiet by Susan Cain

#001 TrailerSummaryDr. Patton McDowell brings the best in professional development and productivity to Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, helping you find the perfect nonprofit job and guiding you along the path to leadership in the charitable sector. Patton brings 30 years of nonprofit leadership, coaching and consulting experience, and shares best practices for individual and organizational success based on his work with over 220 nonprofits and their staff and board leaders. You’ll learn how to assess and plan the nonprofit career that’s right for you, and how to maximize the 7 “stops” along the Path and the 10 skills and experiences necessary for nonprofit leadership. The show features interviews with nonprofit leaders and productivity experts, as well as deep-dive solo episodes and other special editions. Hit subscribe, and accelerate your journey on a nonprofit career path that can change your life. About PattonPrior to founding PMA Consulting in 2009, Patton served as Vice President for University Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte where he was responsible for all fundraising, communications, and alumni programs for the university. Before Queens, Patton served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Wilmington, where he was the youngest vice chancellor in the 16- campus UNC system. He previously served as Program Director for Special Olympics North Carolina in Raleigh, following his tenure with Special Olympics International in Washington, D.C. He is a native of Elizabeth City, NC, and received a bachelor’s degree in English Education from UNC Chapel Hill, where he was a Morehead Scholar. He received his MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens, and his Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), a Master Trainer for AFP International, and a member of the William C. Friday Fellowship for Human Relations. Patton is a former board president of AFP Charlotte and served as the Chapter Representative on the AFP International Board. He also serves as the Lead Faculty Member for the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership and both of its signature programs: New Development Director Training and Leadership Gift School. Patton and his wife Cindy have three adult children.

#004: First Stop on the Nonprofit Path: Sharpen Your Vision (Patton McDowell)SummaryDr. Patton McDowell brings the best in professional development and productivity to Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, helping you find the perfect nonprofit job and guiding you along the path to leadership in the charitable sector. Patton brings 30 years of nonprofit leadership, coaching and consulting experience, and shares best practices for individual and organizational success based on his work with over 220 nonprofits and their staff and board leaders. You’ll learn how to assess and plan the nonprofit career that’s right for you, and how to maximize the 7 “stops” along the Path and the 10 skills and experiences necessary for nonprofit leadership. The show features interviews with nonprofit leaders and productivity experts, as well as deep-dive solo episodes and other special editions. Hit subscribe, and accelerate your journey on a nonprofit career path that can change your life.About PattonPrior to founding PMA Consulting in 2009, Patton served as Vice President for University Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte where he was responsible for all fundraising, communications, and alumni programs for the university. Before Queens, Patton served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Wilmington, where he was the youngest vice chancellor in the 16- campus UNC system. He previously served as Program Director for Special Olympics North Carolina in Raleigh, following his tenure with Special Olympics International in Washington, D.C. He is a native of Elizabeth City, NC, and received a bachelor’s degree in English Education from UNC Chapel Hill, where he was a Morehead Scholar. He received his MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens, and his Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), a Master Trainer for AFP International, and a member of the William C. Friday Fellowship for Human Relations. Patton is a former board president of AFP Charlotte and served as the Chapter Representative on the AFP International Board. He also serves as the Lead Faculty Member for the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership and both of its signature programs: New Development Director Training and Leadership Gift School. Patton and his wife Cindy have three adult children.