Sheikh/Impact

We are thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotions of two of our associates, Marissa Galardi and Molly Hunt Hatzenbuhler. They have shown exceptional dedication and hard work in their time with us and are now taking on new responsibilities in the role of senior associate. Marissa started with Sheikh/Impact in September 2023, while Molly has been with the firm for one year. Marissa and Molly have extensive experience providing support to clients in the areas of public and institutional funding solicitation, program research and development, strategic communications and more. Please join me in congratulating them on their respective promotions!

As a vocal advocate and leader for our neighbors experiencing homelessness, our Chief Impact Officer, Amber Sheikh, was asked to provide her perspective on the recent executive order issued by Governor Newsom regarding homeless encampments (from the Daily Breeze): "Amber Sheikh, a member of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Commission, noted that while the order could help smaller cities to take action to address homelessness — it could negatively impact regional efforts to effectively handle the issue. 'Arresting our way out of homelessness will never be the answer,' Sheikh said, 'and honestly, simply moving people around various jurisdictions with varying rules won’t do it either.' ” Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gTyVcTB3

Internship week has started and we're thrilled to host two very curious and eager EXP interns who are ready to learn and share! We'll introduce you to Briana and George over the next month as they join our team for the summer!

We were honored to receive the small business award at the SAN PEDRO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Installation & Award lunch last week! San Pedro is thriving because of community-focused businesses. They understand that if one of us succeeds, then we all do! This is also the cornerstone of how our Chief Impact Officer, Amber Sheikh, operates her business... "My goal, when taking over the firm, was to create a place of belonging and a place where our organizational culture emulated what we wanted the nonprofit industry to look like — so it was about equity, bringing our team to the table, sharing profits, and about making things better. Having a strong team is what makes all the difference and all of it possible." Also, our Vice President Operations, Tammy Khan, was installed as one of the newest members of the Chamber's board of directors. We congratulate her on this new leadership role. Congratulations to all of the award recipients - you make San Pedro a special place to live, work, and visit! Thank you to the Chamber board members for investing your time for our community - we appreciate you!

Thank you SAN PEDRO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE for this very special recognition! We feel privileged to do the work we do for our clients and in the community. Operating a small business takes a stellar team and ours is such a dedicated and incredible group! Congratulations to all of the honorees, we look forward to celebrating with everyone this week during the Chamber's awards and installation lunch.

Social Media 101 Workshop (FREE) - RSVP today (link below)! Our 2nd nonprofit workshop series is on Thursday, June 6th at 2pm at our office in San Pedro. Whether you love or hate social media, it can be a valuable tool in your strategic communication and outreach plans. During this workshop, nonprofits will learn social media best practices; how best to choose and manage social media channels; and develop content that reflects the organization’s mission and goals as well as resonates with audiences. ▶ Please RSVP using the link below: https://lnkd.in/gC_VdDCj

On Tuesday, our Chief Impact Officer, Amber Sheikh, CFRE Sheikh, was appointed to the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Commission (LAHSA), following a unanimous vote by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Appointed at the recommendation of Supervisor Janice Hahn, Amber joins the 10-member LAHSA Commission as District 4’s representative. LAHSA is an independent, joint powers authority that coordinates housing and services for homeless families and individuals in Los Angeles County. Advocating for neighbors experiencing homelessness is Amber’s bedrock. Her appointment to LAHSA will enable her to continue to work she has been doing to address one of today's most critical issues. Read the full story in the Daily Breeze: https://lnkd.in/gpBHPQq3