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Board Members: What Your Nonprofit Executive Director Wishes You Knew (But Might Be Too Afraid to Say)
Your role as a board member is vital, but real impact comes from turning intentions into action. Nonprofit Executive Directors (EDs) work tirelessly behind the scenes to empower their organizations, and they should rely on board members for much more than moral support. Here are the truths your ED might be too hesitant to voice, but which every board needs to hear and act on. Trust Is Valued—But Action Is Needed It’s deeply meaningful when board members express trust in their
Celeste Carlson
6 min read


Bridging the Resource Gap: Why Social Ventures Need Tailored Support to Thrive
The entrepreneurial ecosystem has flourished in Kansas City and across the country, creating incredible opportunities for traditional...
Celeste Carlson
7 min read


Steering Nonprofit Success: Insights on Board Types, Leadership Roles, and Organizational Evolution
Understanding the different types of nonprofit boards, and how their roles shape executive leadership, is critical to building healthy...
Celeste Carlson
5 min read


Small Investments, BIG Impact
Nonprofit leaders are pulled in countless directions, feeling there’s never enough time for professional development—especially board...
Celeste Carlson
2 min read


Behind the Boardroom: Why Executive Leaders Hold the Key to Nonprofit Transformation
Nonprofits are the economic and social backbone of communities, fueling everything from human services and health care to arts and...
Celeste Carlson
4 min read


From Idea to Impact: The Real Work Behind Nonprofit Success
Nonprofit Startup Reality Check: Beyond the 501(c)(3) Stamp Let’s get real for a minute. I’ve worked with countless startup nonprofits,...
Celeste Carlson
2 min read
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