Dr. Courtland Wyatt: Navigating Nonprofit Finances: Insights from a Treasurer's Journey
Release Date: 10/10/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy & Smart podcast, guest host Dr. Jenna Kantor welcomes Dr. Cortland Wyatt, a distinguished physical therapist with extensive experience in the field. The discussion focuses on Cortland’s role as a treasurer for two nonprofit organizations. Jenna and Cortland explore the responsibilities and challenges of being a treasurer, the importance of financial management in nonprofit organizations, and how these experiences contribute to professional growth in the healthcare industry. Tune in for valuable insights on leadership and financial stewardship within the physical therapy community.
Time Stamps:
[00:01:42-00:02:03] Treasurer experience in nonprofits.
[00:06:28] Growing an organization in therapy.
[00:11:59] Importance of communication in finance.
[00:14:21] Technical aspects of organization management.
[00:17:35] Technical challenges with new platforms.
[00:24:50] Treasurer's decision-making in nonprofits.
[00:29:03-00:29:44] The future of finance.
[00:31:23] Cryptocurrency in healthcare payments.
More About Dr. Courtland Wyatt:
Dr. Courtland Wyatt is a native of St. Louis, MO where he learned the value of hard work at an early age. A veteran of the United States Army, he went on to attend Howard University where he was a member of the Dean’s list and obtained his Master Degree in Physical Therapy.
Dr. Wyatt has filled the position of adjunct professor at Howard University, George Washington University and Montgomery Community College in their respective PT departments.
After receiving a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Alabama State University, he began a non-profit organization aimed at eliminating health disparities in socioeconomically deprived areas across the nation. The program provides scholarships, mentoring, health/wellness and educational resources.
In addition to his roles of CEO and therapist, he is also co-owner of Ergo Solutions, which has developed into the largest outsourcing physical rehab company in Washington, DC.
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