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🎉 Festivus for NFP Boards, Day 6: Celebrating Teamwork Let's celebrate... the Boards that harness their collective power, bringing diverse voices and perspectives together to tackle complex issues, especially when the stakes are highest. And yet... there are countless barriers to meaningful discourse, and many reasons why volunteer Boards step back from healthy conflict, even during critical moments. What if we could... transform this depth of dialogue from exception to norm, empowering generous and talented Directors to navigate this decade of permacrisis - and its rippling effects on vulnerable NFPs? Thank you to every Board member who shows up ready to engage in challenging conversations, and to the Boards that create space for wisdom to emerge through collective dialogue. ➡️ Ready to explore governance that strengthens Board dynamics? Subscribe to monthly insights at www.strix.ca/newsletter 👏 In the spirit of Festivus, here are 7 Board members I admire and appreciate for the way they support healthy conflict on Boards and lead by example. Thank you for your leadership to hold space for the conversations that hold the future of the organizations you serve. Joanne Weninger | Catherine M. | Mary Paul | Fatokun Johnson | Eliza Hydesmith | Blair Norberg | Jill Kivett ✅ Feel free to tag someone in your network in recognition of their NFP Board service in the comments. Let's Festivus together! #BoardDynamics #SocialProfit #NFPgovernance #HealthyConflict #NFPBoardFestivus

Think Wise is only about forms and labels? Think again! Check out this video on Thrive, a nonprofit started by Wise CEO Bill Prettyman and his wife, Joy, to create meaningful jobs and build a sense of belonging and respect for adult children with special needs. https://hubs.li/Q02wSPMV0

🎉 Festivus for NFP Boards, Day 6: Celebrating Teamwork Let's celebrate... the Boards that harness their collective power, bringing diverse voices and perspectives together to tackle complex issues, especially when the stakes are highest. And yet... there are countless barriers to meaningful discourse, and many reasons why volunteer Boards step back from healthy conflict, even during critical moments. What if we could... transform this depth of dialogue from exception to norm, empowering generous and talented Directors to navigate this decade of permacrisis - and its rippling effects - on vulnerable NFPs? Thank you to every Board member who shows up ready to engage in challenging conversations, and to the Boards that create space for wisdom to emerge through collective dialogue. ➡️ Ready to explore governance that strengthens Board dynamics? Subscribe to monthly insights at www.strix.ca/newsletter 👏 In the spirit of Festivus, here are 7 Board members I admire and appreciate for the way they support healthy conflict on Boards and lead by example. Thank you for your leadership to hold space for the conversations that hold the future of the organizations you serve. Joanne Weninger | Catherine M. | Mary Paul | Fatokun Johnson | Eliza Hydesmith | Blair Norberg | Jill Kivett ✅ Feel free to tag someone in your network in recognition of their NFP Board service in the comments. Let's Festivus together! #BoardDynamics #SocialProfit #NFPgovernance #HealthyConflict #NFPBoardFestivus

This week is World Kindness Week, a time to reflect on how small gestures can create meaningful change. Whether at work or in our communities, showing kindness can strengthen relationships and lift others up. Take a moment to read this article for simple ways you can spread kindness today. #WorldKindnessWeek #KindnessMatters https://lnkd.in/g9qrzjJj

Here's a reminder what's on this week for #SmallCharityWeek

Volunteerism means helping others while growing your skills and career. Join us on KTU Radio 87.7MHz at 7:30pm for the AFTER DRIVE SHOW with David Vico Korda to learn how volunteering can make a difference in your life and community. #volunteering #impact #DigitalCareers #skills #leadership #personaldevelopment #CommunityEngagement #growth #radioshow #QSImpACT #childonlineprotection #publicspeaking #education #SDG4QualityEducation

Shalom! To all those who celebrate, we wish you and yours a very happy Passover holiday. How will you celebrate? . . #teambuilding #interactiveexperiences #corporateevents #meetings #meetingsandevents #conference #giveback #philanthropy #gameshows #scavengerhunt #culinaryevents #hybridevents #virtualteambuilding #escaperooms #interactivetheatre #professionaldevelopment #eventprofs #eventpros #eventplanners #meetingprofs #meetingplanners #destinationmanagement #MPI #myilea #miceindustry #takethefearoutofteambuilding #passover #passover2024

Imagine empowering our youth through genuine conversations??!! Last year at our third annual golf tournament, we had a memorable encounter with one of our retired golfer participants, a gentleman who shared a humorous and enlightening story from his youth. Back in 1962, he started his first job as a box boy, and a mishap involving some beer in the back of the store left a lasting impression🙃. This story was especially impactful because he was sharing it with one of my students, a senior at the time, who is now heading to Arizona State University to study criminal justice this fall🙌. The genuine exchange between them was a perfect example of what we aim to achieve through these events: raw honesty and real connections! Over the past five and a half years, working with 215 teens, I’ve discovered a significant challenge—nearly 💯 are intimidated by the idea of connecting and networking with local leaders. Consistently, this scores the lowest in their confidence levels. This fear hinders their growth and opportunities. However, I like to show them that most of us adults are just kids in grown-up bodies, and we are all here trying to figure this thang called life out a best as we can:). It’s amazing to witness the relief that forms within them and the hope that expands once they make these connections & have these conversations! My mission is to bridge this gap by creating opportunities for youth to connect with business communities, regardless of the size of the business. These connections help them envision their future and understand the pathways to get there. For the business community, this is a chance to transform how you source talent. Let’s move beyond the awkward and unproductive methods of engagement and change the game up! The war on talent is real, and as our community continues to grow, so does the need for a well-developed workforce. I’ve been a recruiter and am currently in the trenches seeing what the future workforce issues are, so I understand this pain firsthand. Together, we can transform this challenge into an opportunity!! So, if you’re ready to drive change in a fun and impactful way, let’s collaborate. Let’s create meaningful, productive contributors and enjoy the process. If you’re in, let’s go!!!! https://lnkd.in/gsiNbSx8

"Grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts on leadership in action through volunteerism at the AIChE conference! 🌟 Volunteering isn't just about giving back; it's about leading by example and making a tangible difference in our communities. Let's harness the power of volunteerism to inspire change and drive impact. Thank you, AIChE, for hosting such an enriching event! #Leadership #Volunteerism #AIChEConference #MakeADifference"

Today, we celebrate the spirit of generosity and the power of community. At ROI Promotions, we believe in giving back and making a positive impact. Join us in spreading kindness and making a difference today! 💫 #GetGifting #GiftingGOAT #CommitToContinuity #ExpectTheUnexpected #YourSolutionsOurPriority #MovingTheNeedleWhereItCounts #GivingTuesday