Interviews with austin-area nonprofit executives on how they got to where they are, surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way, and what skills they’re looking for in young nonprofit leaders.
How They Lead
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Interviews with austin-area nonprofit executives on how they got to where they are, surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way, and what skills they’re looking for in young nonprofit leaders.
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December 7, 2020
Episode 6: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Karen LaShelle
Karen LaShelle, Executive Director of Creative Action, joins hosts Kent and Shelby for this final episode of Season 1 to talk about her trajectory from volunteer to leader of Creative Action, a nonprofit, arts-based youth development organization that provides creative learning programs for Central Texas youth. Karen talks about the weight of being an Executive Director, but also the best parts of her role; her passion for building community; and how Creative Action adapted during the pandemic to continue supporting their students, including their new virtual programming - Creative Action Together (https://creativeaction.org/together/). The Competency Model topic of this episode is equity, diversity, and inclusion. Karen talks about the work that she and Creative Action are doing to operationalize equity. Every episode of How They Lead will feature a local Austin-area nonprofit executive discussing how they got to where they are today, surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way, and what skills they’re looking for in young nonprofit leaders. Each episode will align with skills from YNPN Austin’s Competency Model and how they have honed that skill through their work. Connect with us: Become a YNPN Austin member Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram Donate to YNPN Austin today Have questions? Email info@ynpnaustin.org About YNPN Austin YNPN Austin provides affordable and accessible professional development opportunities that empower young leaders and advance the nonprofit community. Our mission is to provide accessible professional development opportunities that empower young leaders and advance the nonprofit community. www.ynpnaustin.org (http://www.ynpnaustin.org/)
November 23, 2020
Episode 5: Fundraising with Alyssia Palacios-Woods
Episode 5 - Alyssia Palacios-Woods In this episode, Kent and Shelby interview Alyssia Palacios-Woods, President and CEO of the Austin Young Chamber (AYC), a nonprofit in Austin with a mission to connect and empower young professionals to create business, community and individual success. Alyssia talks about her journey from graphic design to fundraising, how AYC provides professional development to young professionals, including AYC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and workforce issues. The Competency Model topic of this episode is fundraising. Alyssia explains that active listening and building relationships are key skills that support strong fundraising. Every episode of How They Lead will feature a local Austin-area nonprofit executive discussing how they got to where they are today, surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way, and what skills they’re looking for in young nonprofit leaders. Each episode will align with skills from YNPN Austin’s Competency Model and how they have honed that skill through their work. Connect with us: Become a YNPN Austin member Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram Donate to YNPN Austin today Have questions? Email info@ynpnaustin.org About YNPN Austin YNPN Austin provides affordable and accessible professional development opportunities that empower young leaders and advance the nonprofit community. Our mission is to provide accessible professional development opportunities that empower young leaders and advance the nonprofit community. www.ynpnaustin.org (http://www.ynpnaustin.org)
November 9, 2020
Episode 4: Relationship Building and Networking with Michael Ward
Our hosts Shelby and Kent are joined by Michael Ward, President and CEO of Austin Urban Technology Movement (AUTM). Michael came to Austin working in the for profit space, but eventually made the switch to the nonprofit sector. Shelby and Kent will discuss with Michael how he translated his experience in sales and technology into his leadership role at AUTM. Austin Urban Technology Movement, a nonprofit whose mission is to bridge the gap between the Black and Hispanic communities and the technology industry through job placement, career development, and networking opportunities. Michael emphasizes collaboration and embracing failure when addressing disparities in the technology ecosystem. The Competency Model skill explored in this episode is Relationship Building and Networking, and Michael explains how AUTM focuses on community outreach with a focus on the Austin technology ecosystem. Every episode of How They Lead will feature a local Austin-area nonprofit executive discussing how they got to where they are today, surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way, and what skills they’re looking for in young nonprofit leaders. Each episode will align with skills from YNPN Austin’s Competency Model and how they have honed that skill through their work. Connect with us: Become a YNPN Austin member Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram Donate to YNPN Austin today Have questions? Email info@ynpnaustin.org About YNPN Austin YNPN Austin provides affordable and accessible professional development opportunities that empower young leaders and advance the nonprofit community. Our mission is to provide accessible professional development opportunities that empower young leaders and advance the nonprofit community. www.ynpnaustin.org (http://www.ynpnaustin.org)
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