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Nashville Entrepreneur Center appoints Rebekah Carroll as SVP of Strategy & Operations

Jessica Carter — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:57:50 +0000

Rebekah Carroll has been named Senior Vice President of Strategy & Operations at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC), a non-profit organization with a vision to be the best place in America to start and grow a business. This announcement comes after Buffkin/Baker and the EC partnered in a comprehensive search led by Mark Farrington, Partner and Ben Williams, Associate.

In her new role, Rebekah is responsible for the execution of strategies and operational oversight of the organization in alignment with the vision and strategies determined by the Board of Directors and CEO. As a representative of the Center, she ensures connectivity to the members and the needs of the community.

“I am happy to have had the chance to work with Jane Allen and the Board of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center and Rebekah Carroll as she joins the team there at the EC as SVP of Strategy and Operations. We are excited about the energy that is surrounding the EC as they approach the start of 2023 with new initiatives and programs, and know Rebekah will contribute greatly to their success,” says Farrington.

Founded in 2010, the Nashville Entrepreneur Center exists to provide critical resources through programs, mentorship, and networking to help entrepreneurs at every phase of the entrepreneurial lifecycle and enable economic prosperity for all.

Learn more at www.ec.co.

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IFB Solutions appoints Dan Kelly as Incoming President and CEO

Jessica Carter — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:23:52 +0000

Dan Kelly has been named as the incoming President and CEO at IFB Solutions, the country’s largest employer of people who are blind or visually impaired. Buffkin / Baker was privileged to partner with the Winston-Salem-based nonprofit organization on the national search led by Martin Baker and Janny DeLoache.

Kelly, who has been with IFB Solutions since 2006, currently serves as Executive Vice President of Strategy and Programs. He will be the organization’s first CEO who is blind. Prior to joining IFB, he worked for National Industries for the Blind in Alexandria, Virginia. He will succeed David Horton, who announced in September 2021 his plans to retire at the end of 2022. Horton has been with the nonprofit since 2001 and has served in two leadership roles since 2015.

IFB Solutions is a nonprofit corporation founded in 1936 as Winston-Salem Industries for the Blind, and it provides employment, training and services for people who are blind or visually impaired. As the largest employer of people who are blind in the United States, IFB operates manufacturing facilities in Winston-Salem, N.C., Asheville, N.C., and Little Rock, Ark., in addition to operating nearly 20 office supply stores across the country and producing mattresses.

Learn more about IFB Solutions at https://ifbsolutions.org/

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i-SIGMA Appoints Nate Campbell as Chief Executive Officer

Jessica Carter — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:04:25 +0000

Nate Campbell has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer at i-SIGMA (The International Secure Information Governance & Management Association). A comprehensive search was led by Roland Lundy and Britt Adams.

Campbell returns to the association as CEO after having served on the board of directors for NAID and PRISM International, the two trade associations that merged to form i-SIGMA in 2018. With over 25 years of executive leadership experience, Campbell was previously President of Rylyn Associates, offering business consulting plans.

Commenting on his new role, Campbell says, “While it is both humbling and daunting to be stepping into the shoes of an industry icon, both Bob and the board have impressed on me their belief that i-SIGMA is just getting started. For now, my plan is to put my head down, roll up my sleeves and make sure we’re continuing to put members’ interests first.”

i-SIGMA is the industry trade association, enforcing standards and ethical compliance for approximately 2,500 secure data destruction and records and information management service providers on six continents. i-SIGMA currently maintains the most rigorous and widely accepted data-security vendor-compliance certifications, NAID AAA Certification® and PRISM Privacy+ Certification®, with hundreds of governments and thousands of private contracts using the programs to meet their regulatory due diligence requirements.

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Educational Media Foundation K-LOVE & Air1 Media Networks appoint Todd Woods as Chief Legal Officer

Jessica Carter — Mon, 16 May 2022 17:28:47 +0000

Todd Woods has been appointed as Chief Legal Officer at Educational Media Foundation, a growing faith-based organization and parent company of KLOVE and Air1 radio networks. A nationwide, comprehensive search was led by Roland Lundy, Partner, and Stephanie Conger, Associate.

“It was an honor to work with the EMF Board on their search for a new Chief Legal Officer. The opportunity to represent a faith organization impacting global culture was humbling. Todd Woods was the right person for KLove and Air 1. His legal background, combined with his personal faith makes him the perfect choice for the growth that KLove will expect in the future,” says Roland Lundy.

Prior to his new role at EMF, Woods served as Nissan North America’s Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary and Lowe’s Companies, Inc.’s Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Secretary. He earned his undergraduate degrees and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Mississippi and his Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law.

Educational Media Foundation broadcasts on more than 1,000 signals across all 50 states to 18 million listeners weekly, EMF is also among the top 10 U.S.-based audio streaming companies, currently steaming in 189 countries. In recent years, EMF has expanded to include WTA Media (faith-based films and publishing), AccessMore (podcasting launched in 2021), K-LOVE On-Demand (video streaming), and more. Woods brings a wealth of experience with global corporations and organizations in transition, benefitting EMF as they enter their 40th year and moving the headquarters from Northern California to the Nashville area – the heart of the Christian entertainment industry.

For more information on EMF, please visit www.emfbroadcasting.com.

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Nonprofit Leadership in 2021

Jessica Carter — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 20:30:08 +0000

According to a 2020 study by the Johns Hopkins Center for Civil Society Studies, nonprofits account for 5-10% of the US economy and roughly 10% of the US workforce. Nonprofits inspire transformation in the community and to maintain and grow, but as with other industries, recent events posed new challenges, with just over 1.64 million nonprofit workers losing their jobs in the first three months of the pandemic.

“In the early months of 2021, as the economy springs back to life, nonprofits will continue to be challenged, as they work to fund their operations to continue the programs and services they offer to their respective communities. Each nonprofit will continue to adjust the “how’s” of its business model,” says Partner and Head of the Nonprofit Practice, Roland Lundy.

As nonprofits continue to show resiliency, they are learning how to navigate the changing landscape and embrace the new trends that are facing future leaders.

Social and Emotional Intelligence: In a world that has faced a pandemic, racial inequality, and economic uncertainty, successful leaders need to possess both social and emotional intelligence to communicate empathy, trust, and respect for their teams. As a result of this communication style, employees will be more productive, loyal, and motivated.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Priority: With equity and inclusion taking center stage, diverse talent at all levels is in high demand. Organizations across the country are making this a top priority. According to one study, 58% of nonprofits had increased their focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace in the past six months. Moving forward, leadership will need to seek a diverse pool of candidates when hiring while at the same time embrace their diverse talent from within.
Changing Fundraising Efforts: The past year has left many nonprofits finding new ways to produce compelling virtual events and activities to deepen their grassroots fundraising efforts. Successful leaders, such as Chief Development Officers, will need to step in and expand major giving operations, as well as demonstrate creativity in how they reach and engage donors.
Leadership in a Remote Environment: Nonprofits have had to modify every aspect of their operations in this remote environment including fundraising, volunteers, marketing, and organizational management. Nonprofit employees and volunteers are the driving force for success, meaning leadership will need to remain nimble and flexible to maintain engagement and well-being and offer support to ensure organizational needs and goals are met.
Emphasize Employee Mental Health: According to the CDC, since June 2020 40% of US adults reported elevated adverse mental health conditions due to the pandemic. Because of the significant impact on mental health, leadership will need to advocate for the health of employees and invest in wellbeing initiatives that prioritize mental health.
Collaboration is Key: Developing new partnerships and collaborating with other nonprofits, governments, and other businesses is key to success for today’s nonprofit organizations. Working with others to provide support services, assistance, or joint fundraising events will allow leaders to bring valuable assets to the table and focus all on mission outcomes. Leaders will find that instead of competing for funds, staff, and other resources, these powerful coalitions will produce better results and dramatically increase the impact on communities.

Adds Roland, “It may take a little longer for nonprofits to come back completely, but they will continue to play a vital role in the communities they serve by adapting their operations to the needs of the clients they serve.”

Nonprofit leaders are continuing to make changes in response to these unprecedented times and they will inevitably find different ways of reaching employees, donors, and volunteers. Today’s leaders will lead by example, communicating expectations while holding each other accountable. In the face of adversity, a leader needs to be an inspirational motivator, actively listening and seeking input as they continue to be mission-focused and examine their goals, priorities, and objectives.

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