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Passing the Torch: Smart Succession Planning for Nonprofits
In an era where leadership transitions are inevitable yet often overlooked, we’re digging deep into the timely topic of nonprofit succession planning, with two distinguished experts: Randy Brinson…
Nonprofit Board Succession Planning
Discover practical tips on managing board transitions effectively, ensuring diversity, and communicating strategically to maintain continuity and build future leadership. This conversation provides valuable guidance for organizations aiming…
Why Fundraisers Become CEOs: Ready for a Job Jump?
With nearly 100 leaders retiring daily and 30% of nonprofit CEOs expected to step down within five years, organizations must act now. Nonprofit succession planning strategy is no…
Everybody Leaves! Why Most Nonprofits Are Unprepared
Nonprofit succession planning strategy isn’t just a governance exercise—it’s a core risk management function that directly impacts mission delivery. Joan Brown (Third Sector Company) and Erick Seelbach break…
Before You Hire the Next CEO, Watch This!
Nonprofit interim leadership strategy is becoming essential as organizations face CEO retirements, founder exits, leadership fatigue, and urgent succession decisions. Joan Brown, COO of Third Sector Company, explains…
The Intentional Nonprofit Executive: Strategies for Sustainable Leadership
In an era marked by organizational strain and evolving workplace expectations, leadership must move beyond traditional fixes and embrace systemic transformation. Patrick Farran, PhD, MBA, co-founder of Ad…
Leadership Transitions Done Right—Meet the Interim Experts
You’ll learn so much from this informative discussion of the most misunderstood yet increasingly vital roles in the nonprofit world: interim leadership. Featuring powerhouse guests Joan Brown, Chief…
Following a Founder: How Nonprofits Survive and Succeed in Transition
When a nonprofit founder steps away, the organization often faces one of the most emotional and uncertain chapters in its history. In this episode, Joan Brown, Chief Operating…
The Retiring Nonprofit Leader: Navigating the Leadership Shift
The nonprofit sector is facing an unprecedented wave of leadership transitions, and it’s not slowing down. This discussion on "The Retiring Nonprofit Leader" delves into the complexities of…
Why HR Chaos Sinks New CEOs: Interims to the Rescue!
Jeffrey Wilcox (President) and Joan Brown (COO) of the Interim Executives Academy unpack the harsh realities of nonprofit leadership turnover—and the game-changing role of interim executives. Jeffrey starts…
Board vs. Executive: Who Really Leads During Transition?
When a nonprofit reaches a pivotal moment of transition, the question arises: who will guide it through the unknown? Jeffrey Wilcox, President of Interim Executives Academy, and Anne…
Top 10 Issues For Nonprofit Boards (Part 2 of 2)
On this second part of a two-part series, you’ll learn about the critical differences between IRS classifications like 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) and understand the strategic roles of nonprofit…