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” For an answer to this great question, we turned to nonprofit consultant Rhea Wong in this week’s guest post – a former Executive Director who had lots of great advice for our readers. How Board Members Can Support their Executive Director: An Executive Director’s Wish List. As an Executive Director for over a decade, I recruited board members with a prospectus that laid out the responsibilities and expectations of board leadership. MORE
If you’re the executive director your role becomes harder still: you need to be a good manager while maintaining an appropriate and consistent face for your organization. As a current and former executive director, these tips will help you stay poised in your role whether you’re just starting or you’re a seasoned vet. Remember: you were chosen to be the director of your organization for a reason. MORE
Having the right Development Director leading your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts is critical. For pointers on how to hire that perfect Development Director, guest blogger Amy Eisenstein weighed in this week with her very helpful thoughts on how to meet this challenge and more. MORE
I''ve now been the executive director of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History for three years. LinkedIn has a new feature where people can congratulate each other on work anniversaries. MORE
Today is my one-year anniversary as the executive director of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History. A year ago, I put my consultant hat on the shelf and decided to jump into museum management (a sentence I NEVER would have imagined writing five years ago). It’s been a wild and wonderful year—without question, my most challenging and stimulating yet. MORE
Youthful new director of Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council has big background - Roanoke.com : Derick Maggard, the newly announced director of the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council, has had experience as a missionary, entrepreneur, student, athlete and leader. Maggard, of Blacksburg, is the fourth executive director of the nonprofit association, which is designed to support the growth of technology-based industry in the Roanoke and New River valleys MORE
If you are channeling the voice of your executive director, a staffer, or a community advocate; it is important to write like they speak, but a little more clearly. If you’re struggling to capture the voice of your executive director, get a recording of them talking about why they’re drawn to their work. Crafting smart and effective emails can be challenging. Every list is different and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to writing effective emails. MORE
It gave me another chance to flesh out my previous buzz director posts. Confused by the title? It’s just another metaphor I’ve started using to describe how brands should distribute more trust to their communities. MORE
——————– Maybe you have an amazing board of directors that has perfect chemistry and does five times more than you could imagine asking of them. A high-performing board can help the executive director stretch and grow in the role. MORE
Are you hoping to report on progress at your next board of directors meeting? When your nonprofit needs a new vendor or consultant, the standard course of action is to send out a Request for Proposal (RFP) - indicating that your organization is interested in receiving information from vendors. MORE
Bobby Calvillo is the Executive Director of a large housing non-profit in Texas. He has shared his insight with us on many occasions, and today he speaks from the heart about how prayer can guide us everyday as we work to reshape community MORE
Our Board of Directors has hired Idealware’s new Executive Director. As you may know, late last year I decided it was time to hand the reins of Idealware to a new Executive Director for the first time since I founded the organization nearly a decade ago. MORE
One of a board member’s main roles—while rarely discussed—is to support the executive director (ED). Is Your Board Properly Supporting Your Executive Director. One of a board member’s main roles—while rarely discussed—is to support the executive director (ED). MORE
There’s no question about it: finding the right person to lead your nonprofit team to greatness can be a tricky business. It can be difficult to track down one promising candidate who meets all of your nonprofit’s preferences such as: A range of nonprofit experience. A clean and philanthropic reputation. Strong leadership and project management… Executive Search MORE
Flickr photo: lovebugstudios As an Executive Director, I especially love talking to other leaders about technology. No matter what prompts the conversation though, it almost always circles back to the same place: productivity. MORE
posted by. William A. Brown, Ph.D. Associate Professor. Texas A&M University. Welcome to Research Friday ! MORE
So I share with you first-hand experiences of the dynamic relationship between the board of directors and the executive director. This applies to the executive director as well as the board. And as the executive director (hopefully you’re sticking around) you’re the continuity in board transitions. I have executive director friends that say this is the most important part of board development. Board of Directors Featured MORE
I had to learn that I still belonged at the organization as it matured, and that as its director, I needed to adopt some approaches and procedures that don't come naturally to me. MORE
Even if your development team and your board work well together, there is probably more that the executive director, development director, and board chair can do to ensure that the organization is taking advantage of everyone’s strengths. MORE
Have the board prospect meet with the Executive Director: Before you present them to the entire board is imperative. If staffing permits, identify a single person to serve as the primary point of contact, such as a board liaison or the Executive Director’s executive assistant. MORE
Introducing the Community Director : Recently, Ogilvy outlined the ways in which organizations are primed to accept the role of community director. The community director, as they see it, helps set strategies, expedites inquiries, and help incorporate the brand’s voice into other parts of the company MORE
The story of how one executive director managed to turn around a failing growth strategy with a software solution, hitting 25% growth in six months. membership management software membership-growth executive-directorBased on The Tech Effect webinar, which runs each month at Wild Apricot. MORE
In my other life, I serve as the Executive Director of a volunteer-run nonprofit that is focused on youth leadership development. With the open seat, the board of directors charged a group to come up with ideas for potential replacements. Board of Directors Featured Human Resources MORE
For the second Connection Cafe podcast series, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Simoes, Convio Director of Engineering. Author: Corey Pudhorodsky. Chris has always impressed me with his enthusiastic and friendly approach to challenges and tasks at Convio. You may also remember that Cynthia mentioned him last month because of a fundraiser that he and others from our teams participated in. MORE
Sean Kosofsky, MPA, shares what he learnt throughout his time as an executive director and what he wishes he had known sooner. executive-director MORE
In my other life, I serve as the Executive Director of a volunteer-run nonprofit that is focused on youth leadership development. Soon though, my term as Executive Director will be coming to an end and our board of directors selected my successor, who will be vacating her seat on the board of directors. With the open seat, the board of directors charged a group to come up with ideas for potential replacements. Board of Directors Featured Human Resources MORE
Having a strong partnership with the Executive Director of the board you are considering joining is one of the most important things that influences whether someone has a rewarding board experience. We have worked with Executive Directors who don’t check email more than that. MORE
As the Education Director, Ash will be responsible for overseeing and designing programs for the NTEN Community to help them transform technology into social change. We are excited to welcome longtime NTEN Member, Ash Shepherd, to the NTEN team. For many of you, no introductions are needed! Ash has been a go-to resource for NTEN staff and members for years. MORE
But it’s the executive director, or CEO, at our nonprofit that is there before everyone else to open the doors, and turns the lights out at night. The post 10 Elements Of A Successful Nonprofit Executive Director appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. We all work hard. Let’s be honest, they’re almost always the hardest working people at our nonprofit. And they should be. They’re often the founders of the nonprofit, […]. MORE
Elyse Kort joins the See3ples team as project director, bringing to this position an appreciation for exploration, experimenting, and giving back. The post Meet the See3ples: Elyse Kort, Project Director appeared first on The See3 Blog. Uncategorized Elyse Kort see3 see3ples MORE
That’s why you need your own team of superheroes to help your cause on your board of directors. The post Assembling Your Super Board of Directors [Infographic] appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Board of Directors Featured Infographics MORE
I was asked to facilitate a session on the question, "Should CEOs and Executive Directors Use Social Media?". You may be wondering if that means that your executive director and CEO needs to write a blog or have their own Twitter account to share their wisdom. MORE
It’s important to take a good first step in developing an efficient and cohesive setting for your board of directors to set up shop and pave the way for your nonprofit to thrive. Even if your nonprofit has all volunteers and no staff, a board of directors is a must. MORE
Event Price: 40.00. EventDate: July 26, 2012 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm. Type: Live Training. As a decision-maker, you are responsible for figuring out which social media your organization should use. How do you work through all the possibilities, hype, and data to decide which channels actually make sense for your organization? In this session, we’ll take the mystery out of the process and walk you through the creation of your own social media strategy, step by step. MORE
What do nonprofit Executive Directors really want from their board members? Seven Ways a Board Member Can Support Their Executive Director and Organization. Talk to the Executive Director. BoardAssist is proud to have Dr Simon on our board of directors. . MORE
The post [PODCAST] Creating and Maintaining a Stellar Board of Directors | Ft. Board of Directors FeaturedNonprofit consultant and lover of all things boards, Simone Joyaux knows the ins and outs of what it is that a board of governance does. MORE
Send your executive director and host committee a template email invitation that they can personalize and send to their networks. The executive director will need a detailed briefing on attendees and the event format. MORE
Consider hosting a quarterly conference call with your executive director to update your donors about your nonprofit’s work. Call the donor to say thanks or better yet, have your executive director or director of programming reach out. MORE
Conflict on your board of directors can be a good thing. You can imagine how this paradox would be detrimental to any group’s success—especially a board of directors. Historically, boards of directors were pretty homogeneous, consisting almost entirely of affluent males. MORE
Director Less Than Invisible In Underwear And Is Hospitalized - TheNonProfitTimes : The director of the viral video “Kony 2012”, which is rapidly approaching 100 million views, was hospitalized in San Diego, Calif., after running through the streets in his underwear and vandalizing cars. Kony2012 MORE
During this past summer, Wiley released two new books for leaders and individuals leading HR departments at businesses and organizations. The books are, Lead the Work: Navigating a World Beyond Employment , and Misplaced Talent: A Guide to Better people Decisions. Both are insightful reads. MORE
One of the most difficult decisions to make as a new or existing nonprofit is whether to hire an executive director. If you and your staff find yourselves doing too many things at once without any clear direction, it might be time to hire an executive director. MORE
As part of that growth, I see an opportunity to step out of the Executive Director role and into another one to make room for a successor with the right experience and vision to lead us into the next stage of our evolution. I’ll continue to work closely with the board and staff (and eventually with our new Executive Director) to support this transition, and am excited about what’s ahead. Here at Idealware, there’s nothing we like better than helping other nonprofits. MORE
Director Related Topics NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 9, 2018
One of the most difficult decisions to make as a new or existing nonprofit is whether to hire an executive director. If you and your staff find yourselves doing too many things at once without any clear direction, it might be time to hire an executive director.
VolunteerMark
NOVEMBER 14, 2014
Bobby Calvillo is the Executive Director of a large housing non-profit in Texas. He has shared his insight with us on many occasions, and today he speaks from the heart about how prayer can guide us everyday as we work to reshape community
BoardAssist
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
” For an answer to this great question, we turned to nonprofit consultant Rhea Wong in this week’s guest post – a former Executive Director who had lots of great advice for our readers. How Board Members Can Support their Executive Director: An Executive Director’s Wish List. As an Executive Director for over a decade, I recruited board members with a prospectus that laid out the responsibilities and expectations of board leadership.
AFP Blog
APRIL 9, 2013
Introducing the Community Director : Recently, Ogilvy outlined the ways in which organizations are primed to accept the role of community director. The community director, as they see it, helps set strategies, expedites inquiries, and help incorporate the brand’s voice into other parts of the company
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 17, 2018
Conflict on your board of directors can be a good thing. You can imagine how this paradox would be detrimental to any group’s success—especially a board of directors. Historically, boards of directors were pretty homogeneous, consisting almost entirely of affluent males.
NonProfit Hub
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
That’s why you need your own team of superheroes to help your cause on your board of directors. The post Assembling Your Super Board of Directors [Infographic] appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Board of Directors Featured Infographics
Wild Apricot Blog
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Sean Kosofsky, MPA, shares what he learnt throughout his time as an executive director and what he wishes he had known sooner. executive-director
NonProfit Hub
AUGUST 13, 2018
If you’re the executive director your role becomes harder still: you need to be a good manager while maintaining an appropriate and consistent face for your organization. As a current and former executive director, these tips will help you stay poised in your role whether you’re just starting or you’re a seasoned vet. Remember: you were chosen to be the director of your organization for a reason.
BoardAssist
NOVEMBER 18, 2014
Having the right Development Director leading your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts is critical. For pointers on how to hire that perfect Development Director, guest blogger Amy Eisenstein weighed in this week with her very helpful thoughts on how to meet this challenge and more.
Idealware
OCTOBER 15, 2014
As part of that growth, I see an opportunity to step out of the Executive Director role and into another one to make room for a successor with the right experience and vision to lead us into the next stage of our evolution. I’ll continue to work closely with the board and staff (and eventually with our new Executive Director) to support this transition, and am excited about what’s ahead. Here at Idealware, there’s nothing we like better than helping other nonprofits.
Idealware
MARCH 11, 2015
Our Board of Directors has hired Idealware’s new Executive Director. As you may know, late last year I decided it was time to hand the reins of Idealware to a new Executive Director for the first time since I founded the organization nearly a decade ago.
NonProfit Hub
NOVEMBER 16, 2016
So I share with you first-hand experiences of the dynamic relationship between the board of directors and the executive director. This applies to the executive director as well as the board. And as the executive director (hopefully you’re sticking around) you’re the continuity in board transitions. I have executive director friends that say this is the most important part of board development. Board of Directors Featured
Museum 2.0
MAY 21, 2014
I''ve now been the executive director of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History for three years. LinkedIn has a new feature where people can congratulate each other on work anniversaries.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 13, 2017
The post [PODCAST] Creating and Maintaining a Stellar Board of Directors | Ft. Board of Directors FeaturedNonprofit consultant and lover of all things boards, Simone Joyaux knows the ins and outs of what it is that a board of governance does.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 21, 2014
In my other life, I serve as the Executive Director of a volunteer-run nonprofit that is focused on youth leadership development. With the open seat, the board of directors charged a group to come up with ideas for potential replacements. Board of Directors Featured Human Resources
AFP Blog
MARCH 19, 2012
Director Less Than Invisible In Underwear And Is Hospitalized - TheNonProfitTimes : The director of the viral video “Kony 2012”, which is rapidly approaching 100 million views, was hospitalized in San Diego, Calif., after running through the streets in his underwear and vandalizing cars. Kony2012
BoardAssist
NOVEMBER 28, 2017
Having a strong partnership with the Executive Director of the board you are considering joining is one of the most important things that influences whether someone has a rewarding board experience. We have worked with Executive Directors who don’t check email more than that.
TechImpact
JANUARY 21, 2015
But it’s the executive director, or CEO, at our nonprofit that is there before everyone else to open the doors, and turns the lights out at night. The post 10 Elements Of A Successful Nonprofit Executive Director appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. We all work hard. Let’s be honest, they’re almost always the hardest working people at our nonprofit. And they should be. They’re often the founders of the nonprofit, […].
Museum 2.0
MAY 2, 2012
Today is my one-year anniversary as the executive director of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History. A year ago, I put my consultant hat on the shelf and decided to jump into museum management (a sentence I NEVER would have imagined writing five years ago). It’s been a wild and wonderful year—without question, my most challenging and stimulating yet.
SocialFish
MAY 25, 2012
——————– Maybe you have an amazing board of directors that has perfect chemistry and does five times more than you could imagine asking of them. A high-performing board can help the executive director stretch and grow in the role.
Connection Cafe
SEPTEMBER 29, 2011
For the second Connection Cafe podcast series, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Simoes, Convio Director of Engineering. Author: Corey Pudhorodsky. Chris has always impressed me with his enthusiastic and friendly approach to challenges and tasks at Convio. You may also remember that Cynthia mentioned him last month because of a fundraiser that he and others from our teams participated in.
Museum 2.0
MAY 6, 2016
I had to learn that I still belonged at the organization as it matured, and that as its director, I needed to adopt some approaches and procedures that don't come naturally to me.
BoardAssist
FEBRUARY 2, 2016
One of a board member’s main roles—while rarely discussed—is to support the executive director (ED). Is Your Board Properly Supporting Your Executive Director. One of a board member’s main roles—while rarely discussed—is to support the executive director (ED).
Wild Apricot Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2016
The story of how one executive director managed to turn around a failing growth strategy with a software solution, hitting 25% growth in six months. membership management software membership-growth executive-directorBased on The Tech Effect webinar, which runs each month at Wild Apricot.
Rebooting Charity
NOVEMBER 16, 2007
It gave me another chance to flesh out my previous buzz director posts. Confused by the title? It’s just another metaphor I’ve started using to describe how brands should distribute more trust to their communities.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 9, 2010
I was asked to facilitate a session on the question, "Should CEOs and Executive Directors Use Social Media?". You may be wondering if that means that your executive director and CEO needs to write a blog or have their own Twitter account to share their wisdom.
AFP Blog
APRIL 18, 2012
Youthful new director of Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council has big background - Roanoke.com : Derick Maggard, the newly announced director of the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council, has had experience as a missionary, entrepreneur, student, athlete and leader. Maggard, of Blacksburg, is the fourth executive director of the nonprofit association, which is designed to support the growth of technology-based industry in the Roanoke and New River valleys
See What's Out There
AUGUST 3, 2015
Elyse Kort joins the See3ples team as project director, bringing to this position an appreciation for exploration, experimenting, and giving back. The post Meet the See3ples: Elyse Kort, Project Director appeared first on The See3 Blog. Uncategorized Elyse Kort see3 see3ples
Donor Search
APRIL 21, 2017
There’s no question about it: finding the right person to lead your nonprofit team to greatness can be a tricky business. It can be difficult to track down one promising candidate who meets all of your nonprofit’s preferences such as: A range of nonprofit experience. A clean and philanthropic reputation. Strong leadership and project management… Executive Search
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
Even if your development team and your board work well together, there is probably more that the executive director, development director, and board chair can do to ensure that the organization is taking advantage of everyone’s strengths.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
AUGUST 28, 2018
Send your executive director and host committee a template email invitation that they can personalize and send to their networks. The executive director will need a detailed briefing on attendees and the event format.
BoardAssist
OCTOBER 26, 2015
What do nonprofit Executive Directors really want from their board members? Seven Ways a Board Member Can Support Their Executive Director and Organization. Talk to the Executive Director. BoardAssist is proud to have Dr Simon on our board of directors. .
Idealware
APRIL 24, 2012
Event Price: 40.00. EventDate: July 26, 2012 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm. Type: Live Training. As a decision-maker, you are responsible for figuring out which social media your organization should use. How do you work through all the possibilities, hype, and data to decide which channels actually make sense for your organization? In this session, we’ll take the mystery out of the process and walk you through the creation of your own social media strategy, step by step.
NTEN
SEPTEMBER 19, 2014
As the Education Director, Ash will be responsible for overseeing and designing programs for the NTEN Community to help them transform technology into social change. We are excited to welcome longtime NTEN Member, Ash Shepherd, to the NTEN team. For many of you, no introductions are needed! Ash has been a go-to resource for NTEN staff and members for years.
AFP Blog
MARCH 31, 2011
The Role of the Executive Director in a Development Database, Part 2. NPCeorole NPDatabase NPExectutiveDirector NPComputerSoftware
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Consider hosting a quarterly conference call with your executive director to update your donors about your nonprofit’s work. Call the donor to say thanks or better yet, have your executive director or director of programming reach out.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
During this past summer, Wiley released two new books for leaders and individuals leading HR departments at businesses and organizations. The books are, Lead the Work: Navigating a World Beyond Employment , and Misplaced Talent: A Guide to Better people Decisions. Both are insightful reads.
Connection Cafe
APRIL 13, 2017
Have the board prospect meet with the Executive Director: Before you present them to the entire board is imperative. If staffing permits, identify a single person to serve as the primary point of contact, such as a board liaison or the Executive Director’s executive assistant.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Are you hoping to report on progress at your next board of directors meeting? When your nonprofit needs a new vendor or consultant, the standard course of action is to send out a Request for Proposal (RFP) - indicating that your organization is interested in receiving information from vendors.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 21, 2014
In my other life, I serve as the Executive Director of a volunteer-run nonprofit that is focused on youth leadership development. Soon though, my term as Executive Director will be coming to an end and our board of directors selected my successor, who will be vacating her seat on the board of directors. With the open seat, the board of directors charged a group to come up with ideas for potential replacements. Board of Directors Featured Human Resources
ASU Lodestar Center
OCTOBER 28, 2011
posted by. William A. Brown, Ph.D. Associate Professor. Texas A&M University. Welcome to Research Friday !
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
AUGUST 24, 2018
If you are channeling the voice of your executive director, a staffer, or a community advocate; it is important to write like they speak, but a little more clearly. If you’re struggling to capture the voice of your executive director, get a recording of them talking about why they’re drawn to their work. Crafting smart and effective emails can be challenging. Every list is different and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to writing effective emails.
NTEN
NOVEMBER 2, 2011
Flickr photo: lovebugstudios As an Executive Director, I especially love talking to other leaders about technology. No matter what prompts the conversation though, it almost always circles back to the same place: productivity.
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