Next Era Non-Profit
de Katie Spencer
Board Meeting Agendas That Build Engagement
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Hosted by Katie Spencer, a trusted non-profit consultant with over 15 years of non-profit experience, Next Era Non-Profit discusses what keeps the non-profit sector stuck and how to take actionable, doable shifts to advance into a new chapter of increased impact and more results for your hard work all while making your life as a non-profit leader easier.
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- Board Meeting Agendas That Build Engagement · 37 minOne of the biggest problems facing nonprofit boards today is disengaged board meetings that feel like a waste of time to board members. Join us for this week's episode where we…
- Back to Basics: Focusing on Your Core · 57 minIn this week's episode, we are joined by Dr. Russell Wigginton, CEO of the National Civil Rights Museum, to explore how nonprofit leaders can cut through the noise and lead with…
- The Magic is in the Work You're Avoiding · 18 minWhat if the task you keep avoiding isn't a burden, but a doorway to clarity and freedom? In this week's episode of Next Era Nonprofit, we're going to liberate you from what's…
- The Art of Unlearning: Rethinking Nonprofit Leadership · 1 h 6 minWhat do nonprofit leaders need to unlearn to move forward? In this lively and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Ruth Abigail Gardner—Executive Director of AngelStreet…
- Managing Stress by Managing Demands · 25 minYou’ve probably felt it: the stress of leading a nonprofit where the demands far outweigh the resources. It’s not just frustrating—it’s unsustainable. In this episode, I unpack…
- Fire-Resistant Leadership: Preventing Fires with Strategic Clarity · 34 minNonprofit leadership often feels like an endless cycle of putting out fires—but what if you could build a future where fewer fires even start? In this episode, we explore how to…
- Activate Your Board When Your Nonprofit Needs It Most · 55 minNonprofit leaders are navigating one of the most uncertain times we’ve ever seen—funding challenges, shifting policies, and increasing community needs. In times like these, you…
- Courage is a Practice: Leading with Confidence in Uncertain Times · 37 minCourage isn’t something you have—it’s something you practice. Nonprofit leaders face tough decisions, difficult conversations, and high-stakes moments every day. But the real…
- Risk to Resilience with Ted Bilich · 47 minIf you’re looking for strategies to get a hold on what’s happening and proactively prepare your organization for what’s ahead, this conversation is for you. Nonprofit leaders…
- Harness Your Inner Entrepreneur to Lead Your Nonprofit · 49 minWhat does it take to lead a nonprofit in today’s ever-changing world? According to Derwin Sisnett—nonprofit founder, board member, and successful entrepreneur—it’s all about…
- Protecting Yourself and Your Leadership with Boundaries · 32 minAs non-profit leaders, there is an uncomfortable topic that we need to discuss...boundaries. In the numerous conversations I've had with non-profit executives, I've seen the…
- The Power of Tough Choices: Strengthen your Nonprofit by Focusing on What Matters Most · 19 minWhen faced with a crisis, our first instinct is often to play it safe—to spread the pain evenly and hope for the best. But real leadership means making tough, strategic choices…
- Beyond Passion: Strengthening the CEO-Board Partnership for Real Impact · 22 minIn this week's episode, we explore the relationship at the heart of a non-profit's success - the partnership between the executive team and the board. When this duo is…
- 3 Entrepreneurship Lessons to Power Your Non-Profit's Next Era · 21 minIn this moment of uncertainty, with shifting government policies, economic pressures, and increasing demands, nonprofit leaders must rethink their approach to organizational…
- Navigating Uncertainty: Strengthening Your Nonprofit for the Road Ahead · 25 minWith so much uncertainty in the nonprofit sector right now, it’s hard to know what to focus on first. In this episode, we’re talking about practical steps to strengthen your…
- Role Clarity is a Call for Strategic Focus · 27 minWhat does it mean when your team constantly asks for clarity on their roles and responsibilities? This is commonly an indicator of larger organizational issues that result from…
- Five Strategies for Board Engagement · 36 minIn today’s fast-paced and ever-changing nonprofit landscape, an engaged board isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. With leadership turnover on the rise and increasing…
- Growing Into The Leader You Aspire To Be · 13 minHappy New Year! The start of the new year presents a unique opportunity for you to reflect on the past year but also for you to determine how you would like your leadership to…
- Thriving as a Non-Profit Leader · 49 minStart the New Year off by thriving in your role as a non-profit leader! In this episode, we are joined by Rory Thomas, President of the Memphis Medical District Collaborative…
- Take Stock of your Gains · 19 minHow do we close out our year with gratitude, a sense of accomplishment, and energy to dive into 2025? In this short episode, I walk you through an exercise to do just that…







