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You Can’t Change the Tire When Driving 65 MPH

November 28, 2012 by Spokes For Nonprofits

My Board President, Jami Fawcett, and I attended the Community Foundation’s Annual Professional Advisors Luncheon recently, and were rocked by special guest … [Read more...]

Not Your Mother’s Board – Jan Masaoka Event Recap

November 20, 2012 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Last week's Jan Masoaka event "Not Your Mother's Board..." was a sold out success. She has this amazing ability to show the nonprofit sector how to solve … [Read more...]

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