My Why
"Because the world can be a better place for everyone."
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Leslie Starsoneck
Leslie Starsoneck
Advisor
Leslie has worked in a variety of roles throughout the philanthropic sector including as a nonprofit leader, funder, consultant to foundations and state government agencies, and most recently overseeing all professional education efforts for grantmakers and nonprofit professionals as the Director of Learning Services for the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, the country’s second largest academic center dedicated to philanthropy.
Leslie brings more than three decades of experience in the sector and enjoys helping to maximize organizational effectiveness by walking alongside leaders to explore and develop strategy.
Favorite Vacation Spot:
Anywhere with sand, water, and a light breeze.
Words to Live by:
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Going Against Convention
Nonprofits in the Trump Era - Part II
Nonprofits in the Trump era
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Adding Fairness to Your Appeal
Professional Troublemaking
3 Quick Tips for Candidates
Introvert or Extrovert: Who makes a better leader?
Understanding Millennials
Just Six Things
Leaders and Mentors
“You Can’t Be Good At Everything”
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Show Me! What Savvy Donors Want from Non-profits
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