by Carmen Stavole | Jun 10, 2026
High points to consider before, during, and after the conversation. Mergers and strategic alliances can help nonprofits expand impact, share resources, and strengthen sustainability — but the path forward demands careful study, honest conversation, and a disciplined...
by Carmen Stavole | Feb 3, 2026
Highlights from BVU’s 2025 Nonprofit Pulse Survey Each month, BVU’s Nonprofit Pulse Survey gathers insights from nearly 500 nonprofit chief executives across Northeast Ohio. The 2025 results paint a clear picture of a sector navigating sustained financial, strategic,...
by Carmen Stavole | Feb 2, 2026
Steve Millard: Welcome to another episode of Dreamers, Drivers and Doers. I’m Steve Millard with the Greater Akron Chamber, and in this podcast, I get to talk to people across our region who are doing some amazing things, creating an impact in our community,...
by Sara Lom | Oct 24, 2025
Good board meetings don’t just happen—they’re planned, purposeful, and facilitated. Here’s a practical, listicle-style guide to running meetings that actually deliver results. 1. Clearly Define the Meeting’s Purpose 2. Carefully Prepare Agenda & Tools to...
by Sara Lom | Oct 24, 2025
Board members should not feel like “docile mushrooms—warm and in the dark.” – McFarlan and Epstein’s Nonprofit Boards: A Guide. This phrase is a vivid reminder that strong governance depends on transparency, engagement, and shared leadership. Effective boards...
by Sara Lom | Oct 24, 2025
There’s a meaningful difference between sitting on a board and serving on one. Sitting implies attendance while serving implies stewardship. The most effective board members understand that their role is not ceremonial. Board members are the backbone of nonprofit...
