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We're busting common #nonprofit myths this month. Nonprofit Myth #3: Mergers are "hostile takeovers". The truth is much more nuanced. Mergers can actually be incredibly healthy for nonprofit organizations. In fact, in one study, 88% of nonprofit leaders felt their nonprofit was actually better at achieving organizational goals and increasing their impact after the merger! Read more about if a merger could be beneficial for your organization here:

Read the 2nd of 5 charity merger blogs ‘Overcoming barriers to merger success’ to find out how visionary leadership by change agents can be just as powerful in overcoming charity merger inertia as causing it in the first place. Top barriers: 1. Power, ego and control 2. The fear factor 3. Relationships. How to overcome those barriers: 1. Individual and shared leadership 2. Local control 3. Right place, right time. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/efP3yYiN Blog by industry expert & Eastside People consultant Steve Chu

Read the 2nd of 5 charity merger blogs ‘Overcoming barriers to merger success’ to find out how visionary leadership by change agents can be just as powerful in overcoming charity merger inertia as causing it in the first place. Top barriers: 1. Power, ego and control 2. The fear factor 3. Relationships. How to overcome those barriers: 1. Individual and shared leadership 2. Local control 3. Right place, right time. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/efP3yYiN Blog by industry expert & Eastside People consultant Steve Chu

Read the 2nd of 5 charity merger blogs ‘Overcoming barriers to merger success’ to find out how visionary leadership by change agents can be just as powerful in overcoming charity merger inertia as causing it in the first place. Top barriers: 1. Power, ego and control 2. The fear factor 3. Relationships. How to overcome those barriers: 1. Individual and shared leadership 2. Local control 3. Right place, right time. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/efP3yYiN Blog by industry expert & Eastside People consultant Steve Chu

By collaborating with another not-for-profit organization, you might be able to cut costs and increase revenue. But joint ventures come with many challenges, including potential time, leadership, and communication issues. Here are some recommendations to ensure a smooth collaboration, partnership, or merger.

Helping #socents navigate #nonprofit megatrends successfully is a topic our CEO and Founder Suzanne Smith is passionate about. Discover what she has shared with hundreds of nonprofit leaders and better prepare your organization for what’s to come https://loom.ly/PiQY8L4 The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center SHARE Charlotte #socent #change #changemanagement #conflict #conflictmanagement #conflictresolution #economicchange #investor #donor #successionplanning #mergers #strategicplan #strategicplanning

How do you move from being an operationally focused Board, towards being a strategically focused Board? You need to have strategic long-term goals and visions. If you want the board to be strategic, you need to have CEO/exec team who can focus on operations.   Think about whether the Board papers are operational or strategic, because that’s what the Board will be discussing and providing feedback on. You can also consider alternating the focus of Board meetings between operations one meeting and strategy the next meeting.   A reminder to join me at the April Rendezvous where we’ll discuss the NFP Merger Strategy. We'll include some key considerations for a comprehensive strategy.   Rendezvous - The NFP Merger Strategy Date: Friday, 19 April - 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm Register: https://lnkd.in/eNdiC3h2   Right Source #purpose #growth #governance #notforprofit #leadership #ceo #charities #socialimpact #boardmembers #boardofdirectors #boardrecruitment #nfpboard #committee #board #chairman #care #curiosity #contribution #makeadifference

As both a former nonprofit executive director with experience leading nonprofit mergers and currently a strategic advisor to others in this space, I have learned several key lessons. One of the most important is that creating a strategic partnership is not a task to be taken lightly. It demands a significant investment of time and resources, yet the potential rewards make it a worthwhile endeavor. The journey of partnership begins with identifying a suitable ally, understanding each other’s strengths and weaknesses, and crafting shared objectives that transcend individual capabilities. Rigorous due diligence is essential to ascertain the financial stability and governance integrity of the prospective partner organization. While these steps may seem exhaustive, they merely set the stage for the real work that lies ahead. The signing of the closing documents is not the end, but rather the commencement of a new chapter. It marks the start of a collaborative journey, a continuous process of growth, adaptation, and mutual learning. It is the beginning of a shared commitment to addressing complex challenges and achieving common goals. In the realm of strategic partnerships, the end is truly just the beginning. I’m pleased to share my insights on the art of building successful nonprofit partnerships including how to navigate change, integrate cultural rituals, and support people through transitions: https://lnkd.in/grf-_NzK #partnerships #transition #humanelement #nonprofitleadership #nonprofitorganizations 

A snippet from yesterday's discussion in Beyond Collaborations: The process and possibilities of a nonprofit merger - Ryan Geake, CEO of Calgary SCOPE Society talks about the very early stages of the recently announced merger between Calgary SCOPE Society and Care Human Services and how important conversations and getting to know partners are in a successful merger. Partnerships between nonprofit organizations can have substantial benefits such as amplified community impact, increased service ability, enhanced visibility and accessibility, and operational efficiency and can run the gamut from collaboration to formal alliances and corporate integrations.  This webinar gives an overview of the theory and process of nonprofit partnerships and delves into the motivations, opportunities, and challenges involved in the $50 million merger of Calgary SCOPE Society and Care Human Services, facilitated by IntegralOrg. Watch the full webinar at https://lnkd.in/g2Pu8ZY9 #nonprofit #Nonprofitorganization #merger #partnership

Worth repeating. What stands out is our focus on matching organizational culture. Let us help your board understand the industry today and the importance of positioning yourself for sustainability. #positiveculture #strategicsolutions