Chrysta Wilson, MPA, PCC’s Post

Have you thought about serving on a nonprofit board but are unsure where to start? Or maybe you have some board experience but want to broaden your skills with training from experts in board leadership? Apply for our free United Horizons Board Training Program. This unique program offers skill-based board training with tailored tracks for individuals from underrepresented groups and organizations aiming to enhance board diversity. Learn more: https://loom.ly/tF_R-y0

3 things I notice as a VP (and 1 thing I need from nonprofits) Time away Sometimes I (half) wonder if it matters what content we offer. I believe one of the biggest features of our programs lies in orchestrating dedicated time away for key decision makers. It's during these days spent around the table with a coach that the magic happens. While educational content is of course valuable (you need a board policy manual, KPI dashboard, and a segmented donor list), it's the invaluable opportunity for leaders to align on their five strategic next steps. That is the “good to great” moment. What I hear leaders need As you can tell from the blog post, we still feel board leadership, fund development, and executive coaching are highly leveraged content areas. But as I listen to executive directors, I hear they need a better/easier way to do assessment, measurement, and evaluation – that doesn’t burn out front line workers. They're sensing a widening technology gap, struggling with HR departments that haven't kept pace with the organization's growth (especially in managing remote work, leadership development, and leading multigenerational teams). They're seeking better storytelling techniques, and many desire coaching on leading when they no longer have to been in the weeds with day-to-day operations. (We are listening and working on curriculum and program ideas that can fill current capacity gaps.) Impact Framework No matter what the program, we consistently teach around three overarching themes: Aptitude (enhanced skills), Acumen (improved decision-making encompassing cultural awareness, strategic acumen, and resilience), and Community (strengthening partnerships and collaborative abilities). I suppose all leaders desire their guests to think or behave differently because of what they offer. What I need EDs have expressed their desire for us to have better coach/consultant referrals. However, I rarely accept names directly from coaches or consultants. Instead, I greatly value referrals from PNW nonprofits who have experienced transformative change through working with a coach. Whether it's strategic planning, board development, succession planning, or leadership coaching, I'm eager to hear about such experiences. I am all ears and keeping a list.

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Have you thought about serving on a nonprofit board but are unsure where to start? Or maybe you have some board experience but want to broaden your skills with training from experts in board leadership? Apply for our free United Horizons Board Training Program. This unique program offers skill-based board training with tailored tracks for individuals from underrepresented groups and organizations aiming to enhance board diversity. Learn more: https://loom.ly/tF_R-y0

How does Leadership United empower community organizations in their search for nonprofit board leaders? Alan Witchey, CEO of the Damien Center, shares how Leadership United fellows are making a meaningful impact within his organization and beyond. Discover how this program connects passionate leaders with the nonprofit sector to drive change and strengthen our community. Learn how you can make a difference through Leadership United. https://bit.ly/3ljBOZ7

I hope you can join us for our upcoming session on the Nonprofit Leadership Crisis and how to address. See the link below for more info and to register!

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Investing in leadership development is crucial for the sustainability and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. This piece by Daniel Lee for National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy advocates for foundation staff and boards to embrace continuous support for leadership development for its nonprofit partners. "..leadership development holds enormous potential to increase social impact on multiple levels of the larger systems we seek to transform." To read more, link to this article from our funder resource hub: https://lnkd.in/eBnhbUqd #LFResourceHub

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