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How do we create community that nurtures and inspires each diverse and passionate voice?
Rita Fuerst Adams
Rita Fuerst Adams is the President of the Charitable and Philanthropic Management Counsel. She has a passion for building community for the common good and creative teams driving swing-for-the-fences social change.
Throughout the U.S., and internationally, Rita serves charitable and philanthropic organizations, large and small, working with causes in education, youth, the arts, community and economic development, historic preservation, health care, international relations, and professional and civic affairs.
Rita taught Entrepreneurship for Nonprofits for the masters in Organizational Leadership at Wheelock College. In addition to being a regular contributor to Board & Administrator, she has written and published extensively in the field, including editing the book for the Center on Philanthropy, What Fundraisers Need to Know About State and Federal Regulation: How it Can Influence All Aspects of Their Work.
In today’s conversation with Rita Fuerst Adams, we explore how to increase and diversify income streams as a charitable or philanthropic organization, how to move from organic growth to planned growth as a leader, the keys to building an effective board, and the importance of diverse voices for the greater good. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader or an entrepreneur or business owner building a team, you’ll find what Rita has to say very valuable.
What We Discuss with Rita Fuerst Adams in This Episode
- How to increase and diversify income streams as a nonprofit organization
- The intersection of entrepreneurship and nonprofits
- Monetizing what you do best
- How leaders shift from organic to planned growth
- The difference between charity and philanthropy
- Real-life examples you can learn from
- Establishing an effective Board of Trustees or Directors
- Building community and creative teams
- Giving voice to diverse perspectives for the greater good
Podcast Highlights
3:00 – How Rita gained her experience
5:36 – Entrepreneurial income streams
9:45 – Organic to planned growth
18:05 – Choosing the right people for your Board
24:20 – Giving voice to diverse perspectives
35:38 – Leaders take action
Episode Resources
Reach out to Rita directly to arrange one lively hour with your board of trustees. She will facilitate the discussion about the topic of your choice.
Connect with Rita Fuerst Adams
- Website: http://www.rita1st.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritafuerstadams
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/RitaFuerst
- Collaborations: https://www.sustainedcollab.org/vetted-technical-assistance-providers
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