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From comic books to collective impact: The importance of ongoing professional development

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I have been fortunate to practice a professional craft in many careers, ever since junior high school when my first job was selling comic books and trading cards. While my list of professions is quite varied, in each one I have made it a point to seek out and participate in professional development and networking to help improve my practice.

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Mentoring Staff New to Nonprofit Work

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posted by Sheryl Keeme , Executive Director, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Sheryl is a native of Pittsburgh arriving in Phoenix 12 years ago to work with the Relay For Life event in the then Desert Southwest Division of the American Cancer Society.

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What strategies can nonprofit leaders use to move program beneficiaries into program partners?

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In a survey of the charitable community through the Independent Sector (PDF), nonprofit professionals admitted that they need more engagement with their stakeholders. She is a mentor coach with the Greater Phoenix Urban League Head Start, which strives to bring quality education to Phoenix’s preschool-aged children.

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Nonprofits Pitch for Big Awards

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posted by Sentari Minor Director of Engagement and Education, Social Venture Partners Arizona Nonprofit leaders know that storytelling is paramount to advancing their organization’s mission. A Phoenix native, he enjoys any and all activities that empower and enrich the city, particularly the nonprofit sector. Like this article?

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Bringing “NOW Generation” Leaders to the Forefront

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Jessie Singer , Executive Director. As a proud young nonprofit professional in the Phoenix valley, I believe it's important to remember that age is not a qualifying factor in one’s professional abilities. Jessie is in her first year as Executive Director of Dysart Community Center. Dysart Community Center.

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'I Can Honestly Say That My Life Has Changed Dramatically With Public Allies'

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One day I got a message – it was from my future director telling me to apply to Public Allies. They not only helped me overcome some small fears, such as writing a professional email and making connections with nonprofits, but also taught me to advocate for myself.

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How can leadership development strategies improve retention in nonprofits?

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Director of Development, ASU Health Initiatives. Even when employees feel a strong connection to the mission, staff may not stay with that nonprofit if they feel their organization does not invest in their development as a nonprofit professional. Eric Spicer is currently the Senior Director of Development for Health at ASU.