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Does Your Board Work or Govern?

July 24, 2018 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Do you know if your board is a working board or a governing board? Although we use these terms all the time, this is a trick question! All boards are governing … [Read more...]

Finding Success with a Succession Plan!

February 6, 2018 by Spokes For Nonprofits

There is change afoot in the nonprofit sector; in San Luis Obispo County and across the country, boards are seeking new presidents, and nonprofit executives are … [Read more...]

Mad Men for Nonprofits

September 29, 2015 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Advertising pays.  Afterall, how can a donor make a gift to your organization if s/he isn't aware of the work you do? So, when was the last time that you … [Read more...]

HINDsight with Jennifer Adams, Executive Director of RISE

October 9, 2013 by Spokes For Nonprofits

What do you & RISE do? I am the Executive Director of RISE and responsible for overseeing all of its program and administrative management.  Previously, … [Read more...]

Communication, Conflict & Collaboration

April 1, 2013 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Whether it is in the workplace or our personal lives, we’ve all dealt with ineffective communication that has eventually led to conflict. To address these … [Read more...]

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