Founder/CEO at Heart of Courage, Child Welfare Advocate for Families, Social Entrepreneur, Future Licensed Professional Counselor
I am beyond excited and deeply honored to be named a finalist in the 2024 Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards in the category- Leadership Excellence (micro). This esteemed recognition, in partnership with D CEO
and Communities Foundation of Texas, saw over 800 incredible nominations. Being chosen as a finalist is truly humbling, and I am immensely grateful for this opportunity. This was a complete surprise today!! I am so grateful for my team and everyone who supports and continues to believe in our mission!!
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21/64 Certified Advisors of Color (CAOC) Program is a leadership development opportunity that advances philanthropic advisors and professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) as they build trusting and transformative relationships with donors and, together, move resources in just and equitable ways.
With the continued intention of taking responsibility for diversifying the field of philanthropic advising, we envision that this transformational approach will inspire shifts in relationships between donors and professionals, ultimately directing more funds towards organizations and communities dedicated to advancing a more just and equitable world.
Given the success of the program's first three years and a continued demand from our colleagues in the field, 21/64 is thrilled to launch two new cohorts this coming year:
1) The Approach Cohort dedicated to BIPOC-identifying professionals new to 21/64's Certification and Multigenerational Approach.
2) The Advanced Cohort dedicated to BIPOC-identifying professionals within the 21/64 Certified Advisors network.
We invite you to explore both cohort experiences, and we encourage you to consider applying or recommending a colleague or peer to join us. Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGDnZkcB
21/64 Certified Advisors of Color (CAOC) Program is a leadership development opportunity that advances philanthropic advisors and professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) as they build trusting and transformative relationships with donors and, together, move resources in just and equitable ways.
With the continued intention of taking responsibility for diversifying the field of philanthropic advising, we envision that this transformational approach will inspire shifts in relationships between donors and professionals, ultimately directing more funds towards organizations and communities dedicated to advancing a more just and equitable world.
Given the success of the program's first three years and a continued demand from our colleagues in the field, 21/64 are welcoming applications to launch two new cohorts this coming year:
-1- The Approach Cohort dedicated to BIPOC-identifying professionals new to 21/64's Certification and Multigenerational Approach.
-2- The Advanced Cohort dedicated to BIPOC-identifying professionals within the 21/64 Certified Advisors network.
We invite you to explore both cohort experiences below, and we encourage you to consider applying or recommending a colleague or peer to join us.
Click here to learn more about the two programs and their application process: https://lnkd.in/ecGcVqQC
The deadline to apply to apply for AFP Manitoba’s Mentorship Program in coming up on February 29!
For Partners, the benefits of participating in the program include:
1️⃣Expanding your networking opportunities with other fundraising professionals in Manitoba.
2️⃣Setting goals related to your career.
3️⃣Providing perspective on your challenges and setting priorities.
4️⃣Obtaining personal recommendations on educational resources.
For Mentors, the benefits include:
1️⃣Gaining leadership experience in our community.
2️⃣Connecting and networking with new/novice fundraisers.
3️⃣Sharing your knowledge and resources to benefit fundraisers throughout Manitoba.
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.
“When nonprofit leaders, board, and staff commit to growing together, organizations and the fabric of our society are strengthened.”
This week, we are pleased to dive into the Nonprofit Leadership & Development (NLD) sector, led by Kimberly Thornbury. In addition to financial support, many nonprofits benefit from programs and learning opportunities that equip leaders to drive change in their organizations. NLD offers cohort-style programs to strengthen nonprofit leadership, board governance, and fundraising – three key areas that yield disproportionate impact across the organization.
Read the full vision blog at https://bit.ly/4d153tI.
Our next free Lunch and Learn is geared toward board members. Approaching engagement from a strengths-based approach is so much more effective than 'requiring attendance'. Come learn more...
#boardengagement#nonprofits#leadership#volunteers
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!
Join us for a thoughtful conversation about the leadership crisis facing many nonprofit organizations, particularly among leaders of color. At NextGroup, we care not only about recruiting leaders but ensuring their success and longevity in their roles.
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Our partnership with CIC reflects a shared dedication to fostering leadership in higher education. Together, we work towards enriching the academic landscape through the programming dedicated to strengthening higher education leaders.
#HigherEducation#IndependentEducation#LeadershipDevelopment
Last fall, Academic Search, a leading executive search firm dedicated to higher education, proudly announced the establishment of the Academic Search Fund for Leadership Development through a donation of $1 million to be split equally between American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) and CIC.
CIC President Marjorie Hass thanked Academic Search’s President Jay Lemons during the kickoff of the Presidents Institute.
This endowment will create new opportunities and advancements in leadership development within the higher education sector, and reaffirms the commitment of all three organizations to nurturing leaders in both public and private higher education institutions across the United States.
Read more: https://lnkd.in/eGgxYUgv
Leadership, teamwork, problem-solving – just a glimpse of what students gain at our Leadership Academy.
Your donations ensure these future leaders have the resources they need to succeed.
Together, we can build a foundation for innovation and leadership.
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Whether you lead a small business, are a leader in a billion-dollar business or government agency, or a leader in a nonprofit or philanthropic organization, this applies to you: the way you leas is going to need to incorporate more tools and skills to not only have happier teams but also more successful teams that can fulfill your mission, vision and goals.
Get my 2024 Leadership Trends Brief, which is linked in the comments.
