Tag: Nonprofit Leadership

Briana Sapp: Purpose-Driven Strategy, Meaningful Communication, Measurable Impact

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work at the intersection of strategic leadership, marketing and communications, nonprofit management, international development, governance, and mission-driven impact. From education and museums to renewable energy, philanthropy, advocacy, and community organizations, each experience has strengthened my belief in combining thoughtful strategy with measurable action. As I continue expanding my board and advisory work, I am excited to bring these experiences to organizations where purpose, collaboration, and sustainable growth matter. Here is my biography.

Ken Cummings: Building Relationships, Creating Solutions, Strengthening Organizations and Communities

Throughout more than 25 years in banking, financial services, executive leadership, and community service, I have been fortunate to work with outstanding people and organizations while helping businesses navigate opportunities, challenges, and growth. My journey has reinforced my belief in the importance of relationships, responsible leadership, strategic thinking, and giving back to the communities we serve. As I continue expanding my board and advisory involvement, I look forward to sharing the experiences and lessons I have gained while continuing to learn from other accomplished leaders. Here is my biography.

Craig Shelley, CFRE: Turning Bold Strategy, Exceptional People, and Disciplined Execution Into Sustainable Growth

I’m pleased to share a more complete look at my professional journey, from leading nonprofit and professional-services organizations to advising executives and boards on growth, strategy, people, fundraising, and organizational transformation. My career has given me the opportunity to help ambitious organizations navigate change, integrate new capabilities, strengthen leadership, and pursue sustainable growth while staying focused on meaningful impact. Here is my biography.

Steve Sadoski: Stewardship Through Expertise, Perspective Through Experience

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work across investment management, securities regulation, public accounting, auditing, risk, and governance, including leadership roles with Natixis Investment Managers and Fidelity Investments, service with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and more than a decade with Deloitte. These experiences, along with my commitment to community and nonprofit service, have shaped how I approach leadership, communication, and opportunities to contribute at the board and advisory level. I am pleased to share more about my professional journey and the perspective I hope to bring to organizations seeking thoughtful, experienced leadership. Here is my biography.

Deanna Wathington, MD, MPH, FAAFP: Advancing Equity, and Leading Change That Strengthens Communities

I am pleased to share my professional biography, reflecting a career of approximately 40 years spanning medicine, public health, academic leadership, nonprofit and executive management, health equity, and board service. Throughout this journey, I have remained committed to strengthening organizations, mentoring leaders, improving community health, and helping transform possibilities into meaningful and sustainable action. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute my experience and perspective through board leadership, I look forward to connecting with organizations committed to purposeful growth and lasting impact.

Scott Fieber: Building What’s Next, and Helping Others Rise Along the Way

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work across financial services, technology, strategy, sales, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit leadership. From helping organizations scale and developing new businesses to supporting at-risk youth in Central America, I’ve learned that lasting impact comes from combining vision with meaningful effort and consistent execution. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute my experience through board and advisory service, I’m excited to share more about the professional and personal experiences that have shaped my approach to leadership. Here is my biography.

David Jaffe: Leadership Through Experience, Purpose, and Impact

After more than four decades spanning public-company leadership, retail, investing, board governance, philanthropy, and social impact, I remain passionate about helping leaders and organizations navigate growth, transformation, and meaningful change. From my years leading Ascena Retail Group to my current work supporting climate education, food-allergy advocacy, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurs, I have been fortunate to learn from extraordinary people and experiences, and I look forward to continuing to apply those lessons through board and advisory service. Here is my biography.

Marie Gemelli-Carroll, EdD, MBA: Where Strategic Thinking Meets Purposeful Leadership

I’m pleased to share my executive biography, reflecting a career dedicated to strategy, leadership, organizational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and service. Across corporate, consulting, nonprofit, education, healthcare, government, and community settings, I have remained committed to helping leaders ask better questions, make smarter decisions, and turn vision into measurable results. As I continue expanding my board and advisory service, I look forward to applying these experiences to organizations committed to thoughtful governance, meaningful transformation, and sustainable impact. Good Thinking. Better Results.

Building Inclusive Communities: The Role of Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations

Inclusive leadership in nonprofit organizations goes beyond policies and mission statements—it is reflected in the everyday choices leaders make about who is heard, who participates, and whose experiences shape decisions. By creating cultures rooted in listening, psychological safety, collaboration, and shared problem-solving, nonprofit leaders can strengthen their organizations while ensuring the communities they serve have a meaningful role in shaping solutions. Ultimately, building inclusive communities requires leadership grounded in humility, stewardship, and the belief that everyone has something valuable to contribute.

Nicole Boyington: Creating Possibility Through Advocacy, Adaptability, and Purpose-Driven Leadership

Throughout my 26-year career, I have had the opportunity to serve as an occupational therapist, healthcare leader, university educator, entrepreneur, dyslexia interventionist, advocate, and nonprofit board leader. Each experience has strengthened my belief in the importance of curiosity, collaboration, lifelong learning, and creating opportunities for people to achieve greater independence and success. As I look toward expanding my board and advisory service, I am excited to bring my experience across healthcare, education, literacy, entrepreneurship, and governance to organizations where I can contribute, continue learning, and help make a meaningful difference. Here is my biography.

Diana Aulicino: Empowering Mission-Driven Organizations Through Strategy, Storytelling, and Sustainable Funding

I am pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects my journey from legal research and consulting into nonprofit development, grant writing, and entrepreneurship. Through Diana Nicole Consulting and my work with mission-driven organizations, I have had the opportunity to combine research, strategy, and storytelling to help nonprofits pursue the resources they need to strengthen their communities and expand their impact.

Aiysha Mustapha: Leading with Purpose, Building Bridges, Inspiring Lasting Change

I’m excited to share my executive biography, which reflects my journey through executive leadership, nonprofit governance, education, organizational strategy, consulting, and luxury travel. Every step of my career has been guided by a passion for creating meaningful human experiences, strengthening communities, and helping organizations grow with purpose.

David S. Goldberg: Turning Strategy into Performance and Purpose into Progress

After more than 25 years of leadership across healthcare operations, strategic planning, organizational transformation, philanthropy, innovation, and board service, I remain energized by opportunities to help organizations grow while advancing quality, service, and meaningful community impact. My career has given me the opportunity to lead complex healthcare enterprises, work alongside outstanding physicians and teams, contribute to boards and community organizations, and help turn ambitious strategies into measurable results. As I continue expanding my board and advisory work, I look forward to applying these experiences to organizations navigating growth, transformation, and new opportunities. Here is my biography.

Sartaj Sarkaria: Creating Spaces Where Every Voice Matters, Every Perspective Adds Value, and Everyone Can Thrive

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading organizations through transformation, strengthening governance, developing people and culture, and working alongside boards and stakeholders to create meaningful and sustainable impact. From executive leadership in national organizations to serving in board and committee leadership roles, I continue to be guided by a belief that leadership is ultimately about the value we create for others. I’m pleased to share more about the experiences, lessons, and principles that have shaped my professional journey. Here is my biography.

Josee Suzanne Anthony Migacz: Empowering Others Through Integrity, Insight, and the Power of Words

I’m excited to share my executive biography, which reflects more than 30 years of leadership across higher education, government, education, nonprofit service, and organizational development. I’ve been fortunate to build a career focused on helping others succeed through authentic leadership, strategic thinking, and a belief in the power of communication. I’m grateful for every opportunity to learn, lead, and make a positive impact, and I look forward to continuing that journey through board service and new leadership opportunities.

Jennifer Treviño, MBA: Turning Vision into Action Through Collaborative Leadership

I’m grateful for the opportunities I've had throughout my career to serve organizations, develop leaders, and help strengthen our communities. Over the past 25+ years, I've been fortunate to work across nonprofit leadership, higher education, healthcare consulting, corporate business, and civic service, experiences that have shaped my leadership philosophy and passion for collaborative impact. I'm excited to share more about my professional journey, leadership experience, and commitment to serving organizations through strategic leadership and board service. Here is my biography.