Rick Bousquet started his career in law enforcement and as a Sgt. with the Texas Prison System. After volunteer work with the Make A Wish Foundation he found a whole new career in nonprofit management at the senior level. Rick has served as a CEO, Executive Director, and Consultant working with 60+ organizations to include Special Olympics Texas, Texas Humane Legislation Network, NAMI Tarrant, and the Dallas Executive Association to name a few. Rick is a dynamic public speaker who has presented at many community events, civic groups, and various conferences and expos.
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There are way too many great missions with nonprofits, foundations, and associations that just don’t understand the business side to long term sustainability and growth. This presentation dives into business principles associated with board development, strategic planning, operations, staff/volunteer management, programs and services, diverse fundraising, marketing, business development, and community engagement.
Those who have over come substance abuse of any kind have done so by changing just one thing… EVERYTHING. Understand what you can control and what you can’t control, learning to live life on life’s terms, being of service to others, implementing an attitude of gratitude, and leaning on your spirituality are all just a few areas needed to be a successful and effective leader. This presentation covers the similarities of the 12 step program and how it is applied to leadership.
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