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Why Integrated Talent Management Will Transform Your Organization with Samantha Justice Kelley & Shaneka L. Stanley 01/28/2025

Why Integrated Talent Management Will Transform Your Organization with Samantha Justice Kelley & Shaneka L. Stanley In this episode, Nonprofit HR team members Samanatha Justice Kelley, Managing Director, Outsourcing, and Shaneka L. Stanley, Team Leader & Senior Consultant, Outsourcing, join Dr. Nana Atokatha Ashmond Brew, Managing Director for Marketing & Strategic Communication for conversation about the power of customized talent management support. Get exclusive insights into how Nonprofit HR creates seamless client experiences, advice for how to support trust and relationship building, and how to know if HR outsourcing is right for your organization. In this episode, you’ll hear: How talent management has evolved to prioritize human-centered approaches The unique value of external HR expertise for social impact organizations Why relationship-building is essential in effective talent management Tips for building trust by listening and understanding How to see AI as a tool for collaborative growth Benefits of integrated services and having experts readily available How Nonprofit HR fosters seamless experiences through agility and shared learning About Samantha Samantha Justice Kelley, ACC, CPCC, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, joined Nonprofit HR’s Outsourcing practice in 2013, bringing with her several years’ HR generalist experience across various industries. Building upon those years, Samantha is now the practice area's Managing Director, serving as a creative thought partner in her consulting approach, advising her clients through labor law compliance; workforce planning; employee relations; recruiting and onboarding strategies; benefits and compensation equity; and employee performance and development. She also guides her consultant team through client engagements and with their professional development. Learn more about About Shaneka Shaneka L. Stanley, MA, MS, SHRM-SCP, PHR, engages with leaders of organizations across the country as a Team Leader and Senior Consultant within the firm’s HR Outsourcing practice. She brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources with a wide range of nonprofit entities including social services, foundations, associations and higher education. Shaneka is a dynamic leader and genuine influencer who promotes continuous improvement by employing a flexible problem-solving approach that balances business goals with employee needs. About The Switch Podcast offers access to talent management knowledge presented by our expert consultants, media partners, and guests from across the social impact sector. For over 25 years, Nonprofit HR, powered by OneDigital, has produced content that illuminates critical, timely and insightful knowledge for leaders of social impact organizations. Insights from this podcast shine light on the full talent management lifecycle, from employee attraction to organizational culture, engagement, performance management and retention. Learn more by visiting www.nonprofithr.com /episode/index/show/theswitchbynonprofithr/id/35053955

Reality Check: A Series About Belonging with Danisha Martin and Bryan W. Jackson 12/20/2024

Reality Check: A Series About Belonging with Danisha Martin and Bryan W. Jackson In this premiere episode of a new series on The Switch, we explore how to operationalize “belonging” from the perspective of an equity and inclusion professional and a seasoned recruiter. Join Danisha Martin, MBA, CSC, Team Leader & Senior Consultant, Search, and Bryan W. Jackson, MA, Senior Consultant, People & Organizational Strategy at Nonprofit HR, as they delve into the foundational elements of belonging in the workplace. Leveraging their strategic expertise, this lively conversation is packed with valuable insights on building inclusive and impactful workforces for nonprofit organizations. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why belonging must take center stage in DEIB conversations The distinction between “belonging” and “belongingness” How to use observation to assess community within your organization Real-world strategies for fostering belonging, starting with the recruitment process The nuanced difference between feeling seen, valued and heard versus being seen, valued and heard Common challenges leaders face in this work and how to overcome them About Danisha Martin, MBA, CSC As part of Impact Search Advisors by Nonprofit HR, Danisha Martin is a Team Leader & Senior Consultant and trusted advisor for the firm’s retained executive search engagements. She conducts interviews with senior and C-level professionals and evaluates qualifications and alignment with the client organizations’ needs. About Bryan W. Jackson, MA Published author and award winning educator, Bryan W. Jackson, MA, provides subject matter expert advice, insight and strategic direction to clients. He oversees complex client engagements, manages projects to completion and designs and facilitates Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Justice (EDIJ) training solutions and assessment services to partners and stakeholders. /episode/index/show/theswitchbynonprofithr/id/34552050

The Role of Futurism in Transforming Social Impact with Trista Harris 12/19/2024

The Role of Futurism in Transforming Social Impact with Trista Harris In this episode of The Switch, Lisa Brown Alexander dives into the future of social impact work with Trista Harris, President of FutureGood. Trista shares her insights on leveraging futurism to build resilient organizations, reimagining sustainable work in the sector and fostering creativity through spaciousness. This episode is for any social impact leader looking to refresh and align their organization’s long-term strategy to account for creativity, resilience and technology that will enable greater mission impact. In this episode, you’ll hear: What futurism is and how FutureGood helps organizations use its tools to build agile, mission-aligned frameworks for long-term success Her prediction for the future focus of social impact organizations Why now is the time to reconsider what sustainable work looks like in the social impact sector The importance of leaders creating spaciousness for themselves to generate new, creative solutions How she implemented AI across her team to determine its most effective use What leads to burnout and how to get clear on the work that will help you create the most change About FutureGood FutureGood is a consultancy that helps foundations, nonprofits, and visionary leaders predict and shape the future. Using futurism tools and best practices from the field, we partner with our clients to envision your ideal future, create a path to get there, and solve problems yet to be imagined. To learn more, visit . About Trista Harris Trista Harris is a philanthropic futurist and is nationally known as a passionate advocate for leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors. Trista’s work has been covered by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Forbes, CNN, the New York Times, and numerous social sector blogs. She is also the co-author of the book “How to Become a Nonprofit Rockstar” and the author of “FutureGood”. She is the President of FutureGood, a consultancy focused on helping visionaries build a better future. About Lisa Driven to serve the often-overlooked people management needs for the social impact sector, Lisa set out to build a market where one didn’t exist. She founded Nonprofit HR, the leading talent management firm in the country that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector. About the Switch offers access to Nonprofit HR’s talent management knowledge presented by our expert consultants, media partners, and guests from across the social impact sector. For over 20 years, Nonprofit HR has produced content that illuminates critical, timely and insightful knowledge for leaders of social impact organizations. Insights from this podcast shine light on the full talent management lifecycle, from employee attraction to organizational culture, engagement, performance management and retention. /episode/index/show/theswitchbynonprofithr/id/34533280

The Art & Science of the Client Experience with Sidney Abrams, Chief Client Experience Officer, Nonprofit HR 12/06/2024

2024 Social Impact Women to Watch Panel: Harnessing Passion for Mission with Terry Stigdon, Lisa David and Erika Stehl 11/15/2024

2024 Social Impact Women to Watch Panel: The Power of Collaboration with Dr. Ruth Browne, Morgan Monaco, Deb Kelsey and Dr. Ann Barnes 11/15/2024

Inspiring Success: Culture, Resilience & AI for Social Good with DeVone Holt 11/08/2024

Inspiring Success: Culture, Resilience & AI for Social Good with DeVone Holt Join Lisa Brown Alexander as she sits down with DeVone Holt, President & CEO of the Muhammad Ali Center. In this lively episode, DeVone shares his inspiring journey from the private sector to the heart of social impact, highlighting the experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy. He discusses the vital role of cultivating a healthy organizational culture in sustaining high-performing teams and offers insights into how resilience can inspire and empower staff. In this episode, you’ll hear: His journey from private sector to the social impact sector and how those experiences led him to the Ali Center His simple, unique and effective leadership philosophy Why a healthy culture is key to a sustainably high-performing team How to be resilient in the way you inspire staff His perspective on a “can-do” exercise of how learning new things can lead to continually greater success Ways to leverage AI to better focus on the people-aspects of the work About the Muhammad Ali Center The Muhammad Ali Center is much more than a museum. As an athlete, a humanitarian, a global voice and man guided by faith, Muhammad Ali embodied a pursuit and belief in the greatness found in all people. Founded in 2005 by Lonnie and Muhammad Ali in his hometown of Louisville, the Center is dedicated to honoring Ali and continuing work based on his core principles. Our mission is to mobilize Muhammad Ali’s legacy to foster respect, inspire generations of changemakers, and advance social justice. To learn more, visit . About DeVone Holt DeVone Holt is a multi-talented executive who combines nearly 30 years of experience as an institutional brand manager, culture creator, strategic communicator and people convener. In 2024, Holt was named president and CEO of the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The museum is a 96,000 square-foot cultural center that showcases the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali, and carries forward his legacy of service to others and fighting for justice for all. About Lisa Driven to serve the often-overlooked people management needs for the social impact sector, Lisa set out to build a market where one didn’t exist. She founded Nonprofit HR, the leading talent management firm in the country that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector. About the Switch offers access to Nonprofit HR’s talent management knowledge presented by our expert consultants, media partners, and guests from across the social impact sector. For over 20 years, Nonprofit HR has produced content that illuminates critical, timely and insightful knowledge for leaders of social impact organizations. Insights from this podcast shine light on the full talent management lifecycle, from employee attraction to organizational culture, engagement, performance management and retention. /episode/index/show/theswitchbynonprofithr/id/33851592

2024 Social Impact Women to Watch Panel: Empowering Women in the Workplace with Rita Mabli, Donna Murray-Brown and Alicia Robinson 09/13/2024

AI for Nonprofit Recruiters: Essential Skills for The Future & Streamlining Your Workflows 08/21/2024

2024 Social Impact Women to Watch: "One Band, One Sound" Embracing Change & Demonstrating Resilience with Aisha Brown, Lysa Ratliff, Tanis Crosby, and Ying McGuire 08/09/2024

2024 Social Impact Women to Watch Panel: Mentorship with Bior Guigni and Dr. Casey Bartrem 07/12/2024

2024 Social Impact Women to Watch Panel: Human-Centered Leadership with Kimberly Corbin, Dr. DeLisha Tapscott & Dr. Nicole McKinney 06/14/2024

Leading with Active Listening: Being Authentic and Building Inclusion with Sarah Blas | Women to Watch 2023 05/31/2024

Engaging Mission-Driven Talent: Aligning Goals and Values for Employees and the Organization with Marilyn Edmunds Bowser | Women to Watch 2023 05/31/2024

Leading by Example: Educating Others and Exploring People Management Philosophy with Carolyn Penn | Women to Watch 2023 05/29/2024

Leading with Purpose: Justice, Equity, and the Future of Work with Marc H. Morial 05/24/2024

Leading with Purpose: Justice, Equity, and the Future of Work with Marc H. Morial Join Lisa Brown Alexander as she sits down with Marc H. Morial, President & CEO, National Urban League, to explore how a sense of purpose and commitment to justice has shaped his career and the way he leads. They discuss how justice manifests internally in an organization and the essential roles leaders play in shaping a culture of equity. From this conversation, you’ll glean tips for how to stay connected to your team as a leader, the most important steps an organization at the beginning of their equity journey can take, and his predictions for the future of hybrid work and the social sector at large. In this episode, you’ll hear: How a sense of purpose and working toward justice has motivated his career in law, politics and now the social impact space Why a balanced approach is key to operationalizing AI What an organization looks like when justice is in its DNA His predictions for the future focus of the social sector Tips for leaders to keep their ear to the ground and avoid becoming isolated from their people About National Urban League The National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to economic empowerment, equality, and social justice. Founded in 1910 and headquartered in New York City, the Urban League collaborates at the national and local levels with community leaders, policymakers, and corporate partners to elevate the standards of living for African Americans and other historically underserved groups. . About Marc Marc H. Morial is President and CEO of the National Urban League, the nation's largest historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization. As Mayor of New Orleans from 1994 to 2002, Morial led New Orleans’ renaissance, and left office with a 70% approval rating. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Economics and African American Studies, he also holds a law degree from Georgetown University. . About Lisa Driven to serve the often-overlooked people management needs for the social impact sector, Lisa set out to build a market where one didn’t exist. She founded Nonprofit HR, the leading talent management firm in the country that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector. About The Switch offers access to Nonprofit HR’s talent management knowledge presented by our expert consultants, media partners, and guests from across the social impact sector. For over 20 years, Nonprofit HR has produced content that illuminates critical, timely and insightful knowledge for leaders of social impact organizations. Insights from this podcast shine light on the full talent management lifecycle, from employee attraction to organizational culture, engagement, performance management and retention. /episode/index/show/theswitchbynonprofithr/id/31455367

Redefining Nonprofit Data: Nurturing Talent, Leveraging AI, and Advancing Equity Strategies with Sheri Chaney Jones 05/15/2024

Redefining Nonprofit Data: Nurturing Talent, Leveraging AI, and Advancing Equity Strategies with Sheri Chaney Jones Join Lisa Brown Alexander as she chats with Sheri Chaney Jones, Founder & CEO of SureImpact, about attracting “rockstar talent,” fostering a mission-driven culture and CEO self-care. Delving further, they explore how to leverage AI for efficiency in a way that amplifies the role of the human element. This conversation illuminates the transformative power of data, empathy, and connection in shaping a more impactful and inclusive future for organizations and companies alike. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why data is one of the most powerful tool for nonprofits to tell their story How AI will allow nonprofits to increase efficiencies for team members to focus more on human-oriented tasks The importance of the equity lens within SureImpact’s product to uncover and address inequities with data Why the key to a diverse and inclusive workforce starts with the talent pipeline How “empathy” functions as one of the company’s core values About SureImpact SureImpact is the only technology solution specifically designed for all members of the social-good sector. Our proven collaborative infrastructure combines case management, impact measurement, and reporting to enhance your organization’s delivery of mission-critical services, engage your communities, attract new sources of funding, and increase trust with existing funders. By demonstrating the degree to which you are changing the world, funders and other stakeholders will become more invested in your cause than ever before. About Sheri For more than 20 years, Sheri Chaney Jones has applied performance management, evaluation, and organization behavior best practices to non-profit organizations and government agencies to improve outcomes and efficiencies. An author, professor, and internationally recognized expert, Sheri believes in data, metrics, and accountability. About Lisa Driven to serve the often-overlooked people management needs for the social impact sector, Lisa set out to build a market where one didn’t exist. She founded Nonprofit HR, the leading talent management firm in the country that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector. About Switch offers access to Nonprofit HR’s talent management knowledge presented by our expert consultants, media partners, and guests from across the social impact sector. For over 20 years, Nonprofit HR has produced content that illuminates critical, timely and insightful knowledge for leaders of social impact organizations. Insights from this podcast shine light on the full talent management lifecycle, from employee attraction to organizational culture, engagement, performance management and retention. /episode/index/show/theswitchbynonprofithr/id/31312007