In this episode, Jennifer Alleva, CEO of Your Part-Time Controller (which works with 2300 nonprofits across the country), shares her insights on the biggest issues facing the nonprofit sector — from competition for donors to talent retention. Alleva says those headwinds make having strong operational and financial management more necessary than ever.

In this episode of the Satell Institute's Executive Session Podcast, Tom McGrath speaks with Leslie Walker, the executive director of the Sixers Youth Foundation, a longtime Satell Institute member. They discuss the intersection of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and professional sports, particularly focusing on the Philadelphia 76ers. Leslie shares her journey into philanthropy, the foundation's focus areas, current projects, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation highlights the role of corporate partnerships, the impact of the Sixers brand, and the future goals of the foundation.

How important is collaboration between for-profit and nonprofit organizations when it comes to improving communities? It's essential. In this episode, Michael Costello (CEO of GNC), and Chelsea Musial (from the American Diabetes Association) visit the podcast to talk about their powerful partnership.

The guests discuss the alignment of their missions, the robust relationship between their organizations, the benefits of long-term commitment, and the future initiatives aimed at scaling impact. The episode showcases the integration of CSR into business operations, the importance of personal relationships, and the collaborative efforts to drive positive change in the community.

Takeaways

• Strong partnership between a for-profit corporation and a non-profit organization
• Corporate social responsibility and community impact

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 06:21 Partnership and Collaboration
• 11:56 Leadership and Communication
• 17:55 Long-Term Commitment and Planning
• 26:01 Membership and Future Initiatives