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Priceless Board Members

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posted by Jessie Singer Executive Director, American Lung Association in California A philanthropist recently asked me, knowing that I’d be looking for new Board Members soon, what types of people I was in need of. He mentioned business CEOs, lawyers, university presidents, HR professionals, marketing gurus, etc. 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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Ask A Nonprofit Specialist - Engaging the Board in Financial Reports

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Anne Byrne , Professional-in-Residence, ASU Lodestar Center. Engaging members of a nonprofit Board of Directors in the organization’s financial affairs can be challenging, given the diverse skills and expertise Board members bring to the work. How can I make the reports more meaningful? What do you suggest? Learn More.

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How Can Nonprofit Organizations Build High-Performing Employees?

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Professional development is everything. Invest in their professional development either by offering training programs, mentorship opportunities, leadership responsibilities or by showing an active interest in their career path. Want to retain talented employees?

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#BBCON 2016| What’s in It for Arts & Cultural Organizations

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Being Part of a Funder’s Portfolio: Perspectives on the Public and Private Funding Landscape: Come learn from Dr. Kathryn Mathew, Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the main provider of federal support within the United States for museums and libraries. Come to this session to learn more!

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Why investing in leadership development is a wise strategy

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The model consists of identifying areas for improvement in both professional and interpersonal skill development, and letting them take on the challenge while providing them with the support and coaching they need to succeed. He has also volunteered with the Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network.

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Philanthropy needs to change, but what can be done in fundraising for equity now?

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There is so much to learn from community-centric fundraising practices and professionals in the field who are already doing the work of equity, that can function in a donor-centric environment. Engage the board of directors in equity and increase representation to reflect the community. Select socially responsible investments.

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