It is that time of year where it appears everyone is filling backpacks with supplies for another school year.

Our family has officially kicked off fall soccer, and once again my little man has a desire to play goalie. At practice last week, one of the coaches stayed in goal with my son to give tips as they were working through drills.

One of my favorite things to do as a consultant is to train board members, campaign cabinets, and staff on the Art of the Ask. It is important that board members, and other councils and committees, are comfortable soliciting gifts.

“The more I live, the more I learn.

We recently completed our 11th season of summer swim team. The final one for Devin as a swimmer, and his first year as a coach.As a family, we have always enjoyed swim team.

As non-profit professionals, we are reliant on so many to fulfill our mission. We are constantly working to engage clients, staff, and board members.

I’m not going to lie. My boys are a bit spoiled. They are surrounded by family and friends who shower them with love, attention, and almost every toy that exists at Target.

Have you ever heard the saying “Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast.”? Many say the quote originated from Peter Drucker, an influential thinker and writer about management theory and practice.

When I first moved to North Carolina, one of the first organizations I met with was the North Carolina Community Foundation.