What Great Nonprofit Boards Get Right (And Most Miss) with Wendy Deming

In this episode of I 501(c) You, host Michael Corley interviews Wendy Deming, CEO of the Bishop Parker Foundation and a widely respected governance expert. Wendy shares her 25+ year journey through the nonprofit world, the strategic importance of board governance, and why strong leadership and effective board dynamics are key to nonprofit success. She explains how governance directly influences donor trust, organizational sustainability, and even board recruitment. If you're a board member, nonprofit executive, or funder, Wendy’s insights are a masterclass in turning governance into a powerful asset.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introducing Wendy Deming, CEO of The Bishop Parker Foundation

(06:55) Governance is the bedrock for a solid foundation

(08:15) How can Governance be a strategic asset?

(10:45) Indications that boards need to improve governance

(13:20) What traits make a good nonprofit leader?

(17:30) As a funder, what do you look at before you fund an organization

(23:45) Biggest surprise as the CEO

(26:20) Recapping with Read

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