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Your 501 C is Just a Tax Status and Not a Business Model
Rick Bousquet, Founder / President, Minding Your Nonprofit
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechThere 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.
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Work is More Fun than Fun: Why Culture Matters
Amy Lewis Hofland, Sr. Director and Lecturer, Crow Museum of Asian Art at UTD
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechAmy presents a compelling vision for workplace culture rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and intentional community building—principles she helped embed as director of the Crow Museum, which was launched as the first “wellness museum” in the U.S. Drawing on her experiences developing programming around core values like compassion and impermanence, Amy illustrates how cultivating a purpose driven culture enhances creativity, staff retention, donor relations, and audience trust. MORE >
Participants will learn methods to embed mission-aligned culture across teams and departments—turning culture from a buzzword into a performance driver, measurable in metrics such as engagement, morale, and institutional resilience. -
Why Those in Recovery Make Great Leaders
Rick Bousquet, Founder / President, Minding Your Nonprofit
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechThose 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. MORE >
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When the Men Were Gone
Dr. Marjorie Herrera Lewis, Award-Winning Sportswriter, Novelist, Professor & Former College Football Coach
TOPIC CATEGORY: Entertainment
Request This Free SpeechMarjorie's debut novel titled, "When the Men Were Gone" is based on the true story of Tylene Wilson, a woman who coached football in Brownwood, Texas, during World War II. The novel is historical fiction and has a deep backstory of war and sacrifice. Marjorie connects her life experience as a Dallas Cowboys beat writer with that of Tylene, who had a wonderful shared love of football and baseball with her father, just as Marjorie had. MORE >
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What Does Resilience Mean? The Nonprofit Edition
Elizabeth A.M. Searing, PhD, CNP, Associate Professor and Fellow, Venise Stuart Professorship in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, UT Dallas
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechThe new buzzword of “resilience” is everywhere, but what does it mean for nonprofit organizations? During COVID, many nonprofits were forced to suspend or readjust their programs, cancel fundraising events, and/or lost contracts. Even though there are many reports on what happened to employment and loan programs, we don’t know much about why and how nonprofits chose how to react. MORE >
So what do nonprofits say about what happened and what helped them get through the COVID pandemic? We asked nonprofits to describe their organization’s capacity -- finances, board structure, etc. Then, we asked how they responded to the pandemic. The biggest influence on how nonprofits react will surprise you! -
Water is a Gift of Life
Jacob Niemeier, PE, Founder & Executive Director, Vera Aqua Vera Vita
TOPIC CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Request This Free SpeechHave you ever stopped to wonder about the importance of water? I mean seriously, it is all around us, and aside from Oxygen, it is the single most important natural resource we have! All of organic life in one way or another depends on water for life. Learn more about how and what Vera Aqua Vera Vita, a nonprofit NGO, is doing to address the Global Water Crisis that is affecting more than 2 billion around the world by bringing the gift of sustainable access to clean water to communities in need. MORE >
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Translating Between the Generations: Making Sure Teams Feel Heard & Seen!
Scott Schilling, Trainer & Coach, Schilling Sales and Marketing, Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free Speech"Translating Between the Generations: Making Sure Teams Feel Heard & Seen!" is an insightful presentation designed to bridge the communication gap between diverse generational cohorts in the workplace. As organizations become increasingly multi-generational, with Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z working side by side, understanding and addressing the unique perspectives and communication styles of each group is crucial for fostering a harmonious and productive work environment. MORE >
This presentation delves into the distinct characteristics and values that define each generation, offering practical strategies for enhancing mutual understanding and collaboration. Attendees will learn how to effectively translate and adapt communication methods to ensure that all team members feel valued and respected, regardless of their age or background.Key topics include recognizing generational differences in communication preferences, leveraging technology to facilitate cross-generational dialogue, and creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and encourages open, honest conversations. By focusing on empathy and active listening, the presentation empowers leaders and team members to build stronger, more cohesive teams where everyone feels heard and seen.
Ultimately, "Translating Between the Generations" equips participants with the tools and insights needed to navigate generational dynamics successfully, leading to improved teamwork, innovation, and organizational success.
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Tough Guys Need Help Too
Donald G. “Skip” Mondragon, MD, Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Request This Free SpeechSkip talks about men’s mental health issues and the differences between men and women, with an emphasis on depression using his own story to illustrate. Skip can speak from 15-60 minutes on this topic and ends by offering 3 life-givers to those who are suffering from depression, recovering, or recovered, or for those who have men in their lives struggling with depression. MORE >
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Too Busy to Think: Make Better Decisions When Everything Feels Urgent
Derek Porter, Ed.D., Administrator, Greenhill School
TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement
Request This Free SpeechWhen everything feels urgent, thinking suffers—and mistakes increase. This session shows why constant pressure makes work harder and how small shifts in expectations, communication, and priorities lead to better decisions. Participants learn simple ways to reduce mental clutter, clarify what actually matters, and respond instead of react in high-pressure environments.
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Three Life Givers
Donald G. “Skip” Mondragon, MD, Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Request This Free SpeechDrawing from his own experience of recovering from depression, Skip offers hope and help from three of the life givers he leaned upon during his darkest days. These life givers continue to serve him well to this day. Skip can tailor talks from 15-60 minutes on this topic.