Learn how to proactively plan for leadership transitions to ensure continuity, stability, and long-term success for your nonprofit.

Join us on May 12 for a focused session on Succession Planning, where we’ll explore why succession planning is a core governance responsibility—not a contingency plan. This session, led by Katha Kissman, will cover key roles boards play in leadership continuity, common risks of being unprepared, and practical steps organizations can take to plan for both expected and unexpected transitions.

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your organization’s resilience, reduce risk, and prepare for the future with confidence. Connect with fellow nonprofit leaders and walk away with clear, actionable next steps. Mark your calendar and secure your spot today.

Learn how to build a collaborative board culture that strengthens trust, improves meeting dynamics, and enhances your board’s impact.

Join us on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 12:30 PM Central for Creating a High Performing Board Culture, led by Jim Schwarz. This session will explore the key elements of effective board culture, practical strategies to foster trust and collaboration, and tools you can use to run more productive, strategic board meetings.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights, connect with fellow nonprofit leaders, and enhance your board’s effectiveness. Mark your calendar and secure your spot today!

Join a collaborative space for nonprofit leaders to share challenges, exchange ideas, and build a supportive network. Through thoughtful conversation and peer connection, we’ll explore best practices and principles rooted in the Standards for Excellence. Gain new perspectives, strengthen your leadership, and grow alongside others committed to ethical, effective, and impactful nonprofit work.

PitchMasters is a collaborative learning series designed for anyone who wants to sharpen their message and confidently share their work. Whether you’re pitching to funders, partners, customers, or your community, this space helps you refine your story and deliver it with clarity and impact.

In an evolving funding landscape, nonprofit organizations in the Rio Grande Valley are finding new ways to grow stronger, more sustainable, and mission-focused. This presentation explores practical, forward-thinking strategies to help nonprofits diversify revenue streams, strengthen organizational capacity, and build long-term financial resilience.

Participants will gain insights into identifying new funding opportunities, fostering meaningful donor relationships, leveraging partnerships, and aligning funding strategies with community impact. Designed for nonprofit leaders, staff, and board members, this session offers actionable tools and real-world approaches to support stability, adaptability, and continued growth in the Rio Grande Valley.

The Fundamentals of Fundraising will explore how organizations can move beyond donor fatigue and build a more sustainable path for giving. Participants will learn strategies for identifying and engaging new donors in smaller communities, telling compelling stories that inspire support, and building relationships that lead to larger gifts over time.

About the speaker

The session will be led by Jaime Freidrichs, a nonprofit fundraising expert with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations build confident teams, clear strategies, and practical systems that increase giving. Jaime works with nonprofits across the country and also serves as a Faculty Associate for the Nonprofit Leadership and Management program at Arizona State University.

Embark on a personal growth and leadership development journey that will transform how you lead. Effective leadership starts with gaining a deep understanding of oneself and then utilizing that knowledge to mobilize and engage others in tackling challenging tasks and fostering positive changes in the workplace. This workshop equips you with the necessary tools to comprehend your leadership style and effectively engage your peers and team members to achieve success, focusing on the fundamental elements of leadership: leading yourself, leading teams, and leading organizations.

This workshop is approved for 24 SHRM recertification PDUs.

The Evolving Leader

A Monthly Leadership Deep-Dive with Jason Vinson

If you enjoyed Leading for Good, get ready to go even further. The Evolving Leader is your space to dive deeper into who you are as a leader, sharpen your mindset, and accelerate your career. This expanded series will challenge you, grow you, and equip you with tools you can use immediately in both work and life.

Hosted by Jason Vinson—retired U.S. Air Force First Sergeant, longtime hostage negotiator, conflict-resolution expert, and sought-after executive coach—this series brings together practical strategy, personal development, and the kind of insight that only comes from lived experience.

Each month, Jason will unpack advanced leadership concepts, communication frameworks, mindset practices, and real-world tools for navigating complex situations. You’ll connect with other purpose-driven leaders, strengthen your confidence, and develop the clarity needed to create real, lasting impact.

Dates & Topics

• January 13th: Adaptive Leadership – Unlock Your Signature Style
• February 10th: Emotional Intelligence – Leading with Heart & Insight
• March 10th: Building Rapport – Strengthen Your Alliances
• April 14th: Leadership Soft Skills – The Human-First Method
• May 12th: Interpersonal Communication – How Smart Leaders Speak
• June 9th: The Unbiased Leader – Discover Your Blindspot
• July 14th: Drama Triangle – Rewire The Old Narrative
• August 11th: Build High Performance Teams – From Good To Great
• September 8th: Conflict Resolution – Powerful Results Through Dialogue
• October 13th: The Grit Switch  – Unlocking Your Mental Fortitude
• November 10th: Change Management – Turning Turbulence Into Triumph
• December 8th: Master Task Management – From Overwhelmed to Ownership