"We will never be able to find adequate words to show our love and appreciation for Helen Wardner ... " Read more ...
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"In the 21 years we have been teaching and advancing effective interim leadership for all types of organizations, we have never seen the convergence of four exemplary displays of transitional leadership take place as it did in and around Michigan State University ... " Read more from the Third Sector Report ...
"Are the governing boards of community impact organizations really doing enough to advance the people and communities that they serve?" Read more from the Third Sector Report ...
"With guidance from the Interim Executives Academy, Third Sector Company offers to function as a national catalyst to convene, for the first time ever, professional interim leaders from across North America using a national conference format to advance shared learning amongst professionals with a broad range of professional interests." Read more ...
"Based on our experience and conversations with nonprofit leaders and those practicing in the sector, we expect interim chief executives will be focusing on employee/team wellness, diversity and equity, board governance, and development as they are called to manage even more complex challenges in 2023." Read more from the Third Sector Report ...
"When a community member is asked to serve on the board of a community impact organization, a number of images about the work that lies ahead come to mind. It can range from an assumption of acting as a boss or participating in a policy-making process to asking lots of friends for money and a significant number of meetings.." Read more from President & CEO Jeffrey R. Wilcox ...
"The board-executive relationship is, after all, a partnership, the purpose of which is to advance the organization’s cause. As partners, both parties have a vested interest in the executive review process, and it will only succeed for both if they share in its design and implementation." Read more from Senior Strategist Randy Brinson ...
"An organizational culture that supports the growth of all staff is extremely powerful. Not only can this help your teams execute more effectively, it also sends a positive message about how you value their contributions, and helps reduce turnover throughout the organization." Read more from Senior Strategist Randy Brinson ...
"Sustainability challenges are an opportunity for staff, board members, and other key stakeholders to reengage with the organization and to take a critical look at the organization’s vision, purpose, and strategies." Read more from Senior Strategist Shailushi Ritchie ...
"As interim executives, we have the ability to help team members successfully navigate a leadership transition by valuing their input and reconnecting them with the joy that brought them to the organization in the first place." Read more from Executive Advisor Cynthia Armour ...
"Lately, I have been considering how the evolution of the Juneteenth celebration follows Third Sector Company’s "Outcomes of Nonprofit Governance" taught in the board learning program, Board Chairs Academy." Read more from Senior Strategist Heyward Watson...
During National Mental Health Awareness Month, Senior Strategist Shailushi Ritchie explores ways interims can engage with and guard against burnout. Read more from Senior Strategist ...
April is National Volunteer Month, a month dedicated to recognizing the importance of volunteering. This month we want to particularly honor the significant contributions of nonprofit boards of directors who donate their time and talents to worthy causes. Read more from Senior Strategist Heyward Watson...
Full-blown Founder’s Syndrome is when the executive and the organization, along with everybody else, simply cannot conceive either being able to survive without the other.
At Third Sector Company we believe that the contributions of interim leaders can be purposeful, transformational, methodical, and profound. This Women’s History Month we recognize and honor the same contributions from women in community leadership. Read more from Senior Strategist Heyward Watson...
Black History month is full of heroes and sheroes. I want to review the contributions of Katherine Johnson and what her legacy means to board leaders at community impact organizations. Read more from Senior Strategist Heyward Watson...
Honoring civil rights for all people is an important concept built on a culture of inclusivity championed by MLK Jr. and leaders in the nonprofit sector throughout the generations. But when did civil rights get started? Read more from Senior Strategist Heyward Watson...
Whether it is increasing your daily cardio or learning a new skill, it's important to share with others your big plans. That's why we at Third Sector Company are making sure to let you know our 8 "resolutions" and goals for this year.
In my opinion, it isn't easy to move forward with an inclusivity initiative if you're not willing to define what a picture of success looks like for your organization and why that is important. Read more from Senior Strategist Heyward Watson...
Although I’ve retired from the United Way network, taught at community colleges, and led a local social justice nonprofit, I was still seeking unretirement options, a growing trend – working past retirement.