In this episode of I 501(c) You, Lance Pierce, multiple-time CEO and a seasoned leader in global development, climate policy, and corporate social responsibility, shares hard-earned wisdom from decades across sectors. From Peace Corps volunteer to leading tech-collaborative nonprofits, Lance offers deep insight into what makes effective nonprofit boards, how CEOs can cultivate powerful board relationships, and why the sector must embrace reinvention to thrive in a changing world.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introducing Lance Pierce, Nonprofit Leader, multiple-time CEO

(09:00) The Lance Pierce leadership philosophy

(11:00) What makes for an effective nonprofit leader?

(15:15) What makes for an effective nonprofit board member?

(18:25) How should a CEO work with a board?

(22:30) Structuring the CEO-Board relationship

(24:50) How do you prepare for a board meeting?

(29:55) The Board Chair-CEO relationship

(36:20) Advice to a new CEO

(47:55) Recapping with Read

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Stephen Minix, Vice President of Community at UpMetrics, brings his high‑energy approach to collaboration, impact measurement, and storytelling in the nonprofit world on this episode of I 501(c) You. A former basketball coach and educator turned community leader, Stephen shares how nonprofits and funders can use data and trust‑based relationships to work better together and create lasting change. From why “collaboration moves at the speed of trust” to how measuring outcomes can unlock new opportunities, this conversation is packed with insights for nonprofit board members, executive directors, and funders who want to maximize their impact.

Visit UpMetrics website at: Upmetrics.com

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introducing Stephen Minix, Vice President of Community at UpMetrics

(02:55) What is UpMetrics?

(06:00) Why is collaboration so important in the nonprofit sector?

(07:50) Why are people reluctant to collaborate?

(10:00) How do you work through collaboration resistance?

(12:40) The “what” and “how” of UpMetrics

(17:15) Who usually engages UpMetrics?

(18:50) What do you tell nonprofit board members?

(22:30) Learn more about UpMetrics and Stephen

(24:00) Recapping with Read

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In this episode of I 501(c) You, Joe McKenna, President and CEO of the Sarasota Orchestra and self proclaimed “Governance Junkie,” delivers a masterclass on nonprofit governance, leadership, and board engagement. Joe shares how thoughtful governance structures empower creativity, how to build trust between board and staff, and why eliminating an executive committee created a more engaged and accountable board. He also opens up about personal routines that keep him grounded and shares his two essential book recommendations for nonprofit leaders. Whether you're a new executive director or a seasoned CEO, this episode is packed with wisdom on sustaining mission-driven leadership in a complex world.

Joe’s Book Recommendations:

Governance as Leadership

Conquering Crisis

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introducing Joseph McKenna, President and CEO of Sarasota Orchestra

(02:00) Joe’s leadership philosophy

(03:30) Joe is a “Governance Junkie”

(06:45) Define Governance

(12:00) Who is responsible for governance?

(14:50) Why do you not have an Executive Committee?

(18:30) Committee Structure

(24:30) Creation of the Music Hall

(27:45) Keeping staff working towards the larger goal but still completing daily tasks

(29:30) How Joe manages his schedule

(32:45) Advice for Executive Directors

(34:30) Recapping with Read

Join us every week as we release a new podcast with information about how you can be the best board member and provide great service to your organization.

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