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International Leadership, Women’s Issues, and Branding—A Conversation With Allison K. Summers, CAE

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Zonta International, where Allison served as Executive Director* and Chief Staff Executive, was honored with the 2021 ASAE Summit Award for the UNFPA-UNICEFF Global Program to End Child Marriage. An expert on branding startups, executive leadership, governance, and more, Allison has deep roots in the association community.

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For Positive Outcomes, Hold a Mirror Up to Board Performance

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Recent data from the global consulting firm Spencer Stuart shows that 98% of S&P 500 boards conduct a board evaluation of some type, although only about a third review the board as a whole, individual directors, and committees as part of the process. You’ll want to enlist directors with influence to champion the idea.

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The “All In” Woman Philanthropist

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In addition, there is increased global awareness of women’s issues such as reproductive rights in the U.S., Women wield greater economic power than ever before and are harnessing their influence to lead change on these issues and beyond.

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Is it a movement or a moment?

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We see the end results of young leaders, like Malala Yousafzai or Greta Thunberg, and their incredible influence. Their development was shepherded by one of the largest, most global organizations out there. This can go beyond other nonprofits to include government, academia, and the private sector.

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Strategic Fundraising For Small Arts + Culture Nonprofits

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In the race for funding, your nonprofit may face a number of factors, including public perception, the economic climate, and varying government funding. Think global. The arts are important to modern culture and society, yet competition from other causes can encroach on the ability of your nonprofit to raise funds.

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WWF-New Zealand Welcomes New Green Growth Report

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"Particularly important are the recommendations on Electricity and Transport as these will have a major influence on the ability of other sectors of the economy to be more environmentally benign. WWF-New Zealand urges the government to act on the report’s recommendations in these two sectors as a matter of priority."

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Money talks: Why tuning into the Giving Pledge matters 

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However, their philanthropic gestures are executed with millions, if not billions, of dollars that move global markets and spur governments to action. Pledgers are as varied as the sources of their immense wealth, and it’s no surprise to find that personal interests and passions drive their giving.

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