Collaborate, Ecosystem Mapping, Growth/Scaling Plans, Social Impact Architects, System Change
As a political junkie, I always look forward to presidential elections and watching the democratic process unfold with the hope that the winning candidate can affect positive change for our nation. But the election process is a contentious one by its very nature....
About Suzanne, Business Planning, COVID-19, Executive Coaching, Grow, Impact, Impact Measurement, Lead, Lean Start-Up, Organizational Assessments, Organizational Culture, Personal, Social Impact Architects, Strategic Planning
Fifteen years ago, I started Social Impact Architects with one disruptive goal: to reimagine nonprofit consulting. As every social entrepreneur does, I started with the problem. Based on my experience and research, I identified key issues in the nonprofit-consultant...
Communicate, Fundraising, Growth/Scaling Plans, Guest Blogs, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
Valentine’s Day was yesterday, and love is in the air! While it is commonplace to celebrate your loved ones on this day, more social sector organizations are using this day to celebrate supporters and employees. For some inspiration, my friends and fellow consultants,...
Business Planning, Grow, Organizational Culture, Social Impact Architects, Strategic Planning
The media was abuzz last week with the “Wheel of Fortune” – “Pink Orchid” debate. It nearly broke the Internet with a million views in two days as people watched and rewatched Megan Carvale guess the puzzle with five blank letters: P_N_/_RC_...
Advocacy/Policy Change, Growth/Scaling Plans, Issue Based Blogs, Social Impact Architects, Social Movements
Each year in February, state legislative sessions begin across the country. It is an exciting time and opportunity for nonprofits – with new possibilities for proactive policy change to better address social issues in our communities. Whenever I discuss this the...
Collaborate, Impact Measurement, Organizational Assessments, System Change
I just had lunch with a dear friend who asked me a question I often hear as a teacher, consultant and community advocate: “Why is collaboration so hard?” I laughed a little and then explained it was the same reason why personal relationships are difficult. People go...