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Thought Leadership Articles

At The Helm with Sachu Constantine

April 14, 2025

We spoke with Sachu Constantine about leading Vote Solar, their bold strategy, and centering equity in the clean energy transition.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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Key Components of a Donor Retention Strategy

Suzanne Battit | January 17, 2025

Discover the 4 components of an effective donor retention strategy and questions to ask yourself about each.

Philanthropy | Thought Leadership

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5 Tips for Writing Inclusive Job Descriptions

Guirlaine Belizaire | October 16, 2024

Follow these tips to attract a more diverse candidate pool.

DEI | Executive Search | Reader Favorites | Thought Leadership

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AI + Strategy Showcase at AFP Fundraising Day in New York

Matthew Weber | August 19, 2024

CEO, Matthew Weber and VP of DEI, Guirlaine Belizaire showcased our proprietary AI + Strategy platform this summer at AFP Fundraising Day 2024 in New York.

Conferences | DEI | Philanthropy | Thought Leadership

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Interview with Jeff Thielman CEO of International Institute of New England

July 17, 2024

We spoke with Jeff Thielman, CEO of the International Institute of New England, about his career, how IINE has grown under his tenure, and his advice to nonprofit leaders.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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4 Strategies for Creating a Psychologically Safe Workplace

Deborah Brown | March 16, 2024

Creating a psychologically safe workspace is critical to ensuring employees feel comfortable speaking up and making mistakes.

DEI | Reader Favorites | Thought Leadership

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Interview with Michele Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide

March 5, 2024

We spoke with Michele Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, about lessons learned switching from for-profit to non-profit and her unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At the Helm | Board Advice | DEI | Thought Leadership

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5 Characteristics of Closing Unprecedented Gifts

Karen Lieberman-Daly, and Allen Peckham | January 25, 2024

Discover what most transformational gifts have in common – and how your organization can successfully secure one.

Philanthropy | Thought Leadership

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5 Key Questions to Ask Before Recruiting a New Fundraising Leader

Kieran McTague | January 15, 2024

Our Senior Vice President Kieran McTague offers advice so you can successfully recruit a new fundraising leader.

Executive Search | Thought Leadership

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Interview with Edie Perkins, Executive Director of the Kelly Brush Foundation

November 21, 2023

We spoke with Edie Perkins, Executive Director of the Kelly Brush Foundation, about lessons learned switching from for-profit to non-profit, and her passion for the mission of KBF.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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Expert Insight on Affirmative Action: Impact and What’s Next

October 27, 2023

We spoke with Timothy Welbeck, Esq. on the Affirmative Action decision’s implication and nonprofits and higher education institutions should do now.

Thought Leadership

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Interview with Monica Roberts, Executive Director of City Year Greater Boston

September 5, 2023

We spoke with Monica Roberts of City Year of Greater Boston on her commitment to educational equity, and leadership lessons she’s learned along the way.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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“Finding Solutions Rooted in the Lived Reality”

June 29, 2023

Yamani Yansá Hernandez discusses what it means to invest in those most impacted by systematic oppression and what’s on the horizon for Groundswell Fund.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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Tips for Leading An Executive Search

June 22, 2023

A few of our executive search leads provide their perspective on what it takes to lead an effective search.

Executive Search | Our Team | Thought Leadership

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Get to Know Suzi Weber, CEO of Development Guild

May 22, 2023

Suzi Weber, CEO of Development Guild, discusses the company’s earliest days, what it means for a nonprofit to be “mission-driven,” future plans, and more.

At the Helm | Our Team | Thought Leadership

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Voices of Impact: Prabha Fernandes

Suzanne Battit | May 19, 2023

Prabha Fernandes, board member for Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership, discusses her passion for nonprofit boards and shares advice for prospective board members.

Board Advice | Thought Leadership

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“What Are You Called To Do?”

Guirlaine Belizaire | April 21, 2023

Carol Fulp, CEO of Fulp Diversity LLC, discusses how diversity enables organizations to be more successful and where she sees hope for the future.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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Women Philanthropists are Leading the Way: Insights and Trends in Fundraising

March 24, 2023

How are women philanthropists, like Mackenzie Scott, leading the way in a traditionally male dominated sphere? Discover insights from women donors and trends.

DEI | Philanthropy | Thought Leadership

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Prototype Search Committee Chair Job Description

Bill Weber | March 24, 2023

What does serving as chair of a search committee actually entail? Consider this job description for guidance.

Advice for Search Committees | Executive Search | On Bill's Mind | Thought Leadership

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Teaching Students To Write Well Can Change Their Futures

Jesse Bryan | March 22, 2023

The Writing Revolution’s co-CEOs, Dr. Toni-Ann Vroom and Dr. Dina Zoleo, discuss why there is a writing crisis and how the organization is addressing it, and how to be effective co-leaders.

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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Engaging the Next Generation of Donors: Trends and Advice

February 27, 2023

What makes Millennials and Gen Z donors unique? And what can your organization do to attract them?

DEI | Philanthropy | Thought Leadership

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What It Means to Create a Monument Dedicated to Love During a Culture War

Lynn Shevory | February 22, 2023

Embrace Boston’s Executive Director Imari Paris Jeffries discusses the meaning behind and desired impact of the new memorial dedicated to Dr. King and Mrs. King.

 

At the Helm | Thought Leadership

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Are You Prepared to Recruit Your Organization’s Next Leader?

Kieran McTague | February 17, 2023

Are you prepared to recruit a new leader, if needed? Discover the 4 questions you should be able to answer before embarking on a CEO search.

Executive Search | Thought Leadership

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“I’m Here for You, and I Hope You’re Here for Me, too.”

Tracy Marshall | January 30, 2023

United South End Settlements CEO Jerrell Cox discusses building a community of support to strengthen family mobility in Boston.

 

At the Helm | Client News | Thought Leadership

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