Teri Hansen on Philanthropic Leadership and Board Effectiveness

Teri Hansen, retiring President and CEO of the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, shares candid lessons from decades in philanthropy. She covers what makes a nonprofit board effective, how foundations can truly support communities, and why strong leaders hire strong teams. Whether you're a board member, nonprofit executive, or funder, this episode is packed with real-world insights on leadership, governance, and making lasting impact.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introducing Teri Hansen, CEO of Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation

(03:15) Philanthropy is entrepreneurial

(04:50) Why serve on boards and take on leadership roles with those boards?

(07:10) What makes an effective board member?

(08:40) What makes an effective CEO?

(10:05) How does the CEO leverage their board effectively?

(11:15) Leading a Private Foundation vs Community Foundation

(13:20) What makes strong nonprofit organizations?

(15:00) Advice to foundation CEOs

(18:40) Foundations can be entrepreneurial and take risk

(20:50) Advice to your past self

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