45 Results for “Non-family Staff Peer Network”

Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-family Staff Peer Network: Discussion with Leading Executive Directors

Join your peers to engage in small-group dialogue with three accomplished executive directors: Jamie Allison, Walter and Elise Haas Fund; Rachel Leon, Park Foundation; and Lukas Haynes, The David Rockefeller Fund. We will begin with a brief panel to get to know each speaker. Then we will split into three small groups, facilitated by one of this network’s co-chairs, to Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Part 2: Non-family Staff Peer Network: Racial Equity Discussions with Board and Staff

May 13, 2021
Join the your peers and the NCFP Fellows for a follow-up to the April 15 Peer Network event. This interactive conversation will cover how to address racial equity internally. Discuss how to approach tough conversations and how to bridge the gap that oftentimes exists between board and staff on equity issues. Bring your topics, favorite resources, and questions for peer Read More
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Non-family Staff Peer Network: Power and Family Systems

July 1, 2021 | Jamie Forbes, Ellie Frey Zagel
Jamie Forbes and Ellie Frey Zagel will bring their expertise from years working with families to this conversation on power and family systems. Explore family business models, culture, and best practices in collaborating with families as they relate to forging connections and power dynamics across generations. Come with questions, prepared to engage in a great discussion with peers. As a Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-family Staff Peer Network: Racial Equity Discussions with Board and Staff

Join the NCFP Fellows for an interactive conversation about addressing racial equity internally. Discuss how to approach tough conversations and how to bridge the gap that oftentimes exists between board and staff on equity issues. We will open with a brief dialogue from the Fellows and move into a group discussion. Bring your topics, favorite resources, and questions for peer staff Read More
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Non-family Staff Peer Network: Pivoting in 2021

January 26, 2021
The pandemic and economic crises of 2020, in addition to widespread attention to longstanding racial injustice and environmental issues, have shifted our world. Philanthropy adopted partnership and trust-based practices, engaged in pooled funds, and invested in impact and even loans. Join your peers to discuss the shifts you made that were successful and how you’re preparing for 2021. Share your Read More
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Non-family Staff Peer Network Event: What Questions Keep You up at Night?

January 29, 2020 | Denise Porche, Kim Wright, Steve Toben
During the NCFP 2019 National Forum on Family Philanthropy, the Non-family Staff Peer Network had great success meeting about what keeps you up at night—the most pressing challenges and questions in your role. Join the group again to continue this conversation and share your biggest current challenges. Connect with your peers to find community, solutions, and resources. NCFP’s Non-family Staff Read More
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Non-family Staff Peer Network: Board Chair Dynamics – Expectations, Evaluation, Collaborating, and Engaging Together

March 19, 2019 | Kelly Chopus, Elaine Gast Fawcett
Join the Non-family Staff Peer Network for a discussion on board chair dynamics and the potential challenges and successes in this role at a family foundation. Whether it be collaborating with other staff and family members, managing complicated expectations and engagements across an organization, or navigating your foundation’s journey, join us and learn from your peers who will ask thought-provoking Read More
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Non-family Staff Peer Network: Wearing Many Hats with One Head – Difficult Choices as a Staff Member

December 17, 2019 | Christy Uchida, Erin Kahn, Steve Toben
Non-family staff members tend to wear many hats—they are responsible for balancing multiple aspects of their foundation’s growth, sustainability, goals, and overall culture. For a small foundation staff and particularly for a sole foundation staff member, prioritizing and making difficult decisions are necessary to be sure all work gets accomplished. Join NCFP’s Non-family Staff Peer Network to consider the many Read More