Envision Consulting, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit search and consulting firm, is hosting a nonprofit Board Matchmaking Mixer on Thursday, May 25 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the Luxe Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles.
The highly anticipated Downtown Los Angeles Mixer will bring Los Angeles-based nonprofits and downtown professionals together for a night of cocktails, appetizers and community-building conversations. Organizations and Board candidates go through a brief application process and are selected to represent a range of service areas and expertise.
Partner Allison Fuller says, “We’re looking forward to creating a night of awareness and bridge building between organizations, professionals and their shared causes of interest.”
Organizations that have participated in that past include, Tree People, YWCA of Glendale and Pasadena, LA Arboretum Foundation, The GRYD Foundation, and BUILD Los Angeles.
Nonprofits with an annual operating budget of at least $500,000 are encouraged to apply. Professionals who are interested in serving on a Board should have the willingness to invest in the organization and ask friends and families for donations.
“Downtown LA is a major hub of professionals in different industries and our mixer is the perfect introduction to the nonprofits in their backyard,” says Partner Matt Kamin. “We will continue to be the Nonprofit Matchmakers; bringing nonprofits and professionals together all over the Los Angeles area.”
Event partners include Bolton Insurance, Landegger Baron Law Group, ALC, The Exchange Los Angeles, and the Southern California Leadership Network.
For more information, please go to: http://envisionnonprofit.com/mixer
Pacific Clinics, a leading nonprofit agency providing comprehensive behavioral health care services throughout Southern California, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kris Giordano as its Executive Vice President/Chief Administrative Officer. Ms. Giordano brings to the agency an impressive breadth of healthcare management experience spanning more than 20 years. Among her many professional distinctions, she excels in several administrative functions, including: operations, financial management, claims operations, workforce development, contract negotiations and management, compliance and quality improvement, strategic partnerships and business development, facilities, and information systems. As a member of Pacific Clinics’ Executive Management Team, she will work closely with the President and Chief Executive Officer, Jim Balla, in setting the strategic direction in these critical administrative functions.
“I’m honored to have the opportunity to serve as the EVP/Chief Administrative Officer for this well-respected organization and am ready to help move it to the next stage of growth.” said Ms. Giordano. “Pacific Clinics is a significant and valuable resource to some of Southern California's most vulnerable populations.”
Previously, Ms. Giordano served as the Chief Operating Officer for an intensive outpatient treatment services company where she was responsible for a $30 million annual operating budget, contract negotiations of physicians, and state licensing of facilities. Prior to that experience, she held executive positions at VITAS Healthcare and RAND Corporation (Health Division) as Senior General Manager and Director of Operations, respectively, and had responsibility for contractual arrangements, staff productivity, patient quality and satisfaction, financial operations, management of 650 staff, and oversight of a $75 million annual budget.
“Ms. Giordano's in-depth knowledge of the healthcare landscape is invaluable,” said Jim Balla. “We’re thrilled to have her as part of the senior leadership team and trust that her unique skill set will transform and elevate the services we provide to the culturally diverse communities throughout Southern California.”
Envision Consulting was retained to conduct the search for this position. The firm’s efforts included testing, a rigorous interview process and a presentation of top candidates to Pacific Clinics’ Search Committee.
See more of Envision Consulting's nonprofit executive search successful placements.
Envision Consulting, a Pasadena-based nonprofit search and consulting firm, announced the launch of “Learning Labs” seminar series. These classes are geared for people interested in learning more about important issues in the nonprofit sector, focusing on topics such as serving on a nonprofit board of directors, strategic planning, fundraising and more.
“There are so many people who have big hearts and want to get involved with the nonprofit sector either as a career change or in a volunteer capacity,” said Principal Suzanne Elliott. “We want to help build their knowledge base before they dive in.”
In February, Envision kicked off the “Learning Labs” series with “Board Member Crash Course” reviewing the basics of serving on a nonprofit board of directors, including what is expected and what to expect. March’s session will focus on strategic planning: reasons to develop a plan, steps in the planning process and who to include in the process.
Principal Julie Ha Truong added, “Our Learning Labs aren’t just for people who are new to the nonprofit sector; they’re also a great way for established nonprofit executives and board members to learn new ideas to incorporate into their own organizations.”
RSVP here for our March 21 seminar: http://www.envisionnonprofit.
Envision Consulting, a Pasadena-based nonprofit recruiting and consulting firm, moved its headquarters to Pasadena, CA. The growing firm of six is now located at 3231 E Foothill Blvd. This new office will help Envision deliver more robust leadership development to nonprofit organizations in Pasadena and across the Greater Los Angeles area..
“Pasadena has a rich history of philanthropy and strong community involvement,” ,” said Partner Allison Fuller. “We’re excited to do even more to support these organizations making a difference.”
Envision plans to use the expanded office space, including a spacious and comfortable conference room, to provide nonprofit trainings, host intimate networking events and offer meeting space to nonprofit organizations in the community.
“We believe it’s inspired leadership that takes organizations from good to incredible,” said Partner Matt Kamin. “Our new office will be a place where leaders can grow, inspire and do more good.”
The new location is situated near the 210 freeway and Gold line Metro station, shopping centers and restaurants.
Envision celebrated the grand opening of the new office with a ribbon cutting and open house on Thursday January 26, with the official program at 5:30 p.m. featuring Pasadena City Councilmember Gene Masuda. Nonprofit organizations and community members were invited to attend to learn more about Envision’s services.
Join us for the January 2017 convening of the Ventura County Nonprofit Leadership Council with a focus on Coaching as a Resource in Your Nonprofit Toolkit.
From a panel of local experts, this session of the Nonprofit Leadership Council will address real examples of when (and how) coaching has made the difference and help you develop and practice new skills to integrate into your day to day leadership. Perfect for executive directors, program managers and team leaders who seek to apply coaching principles to elevate their own nonprofit practice or help team members navigate a tricky challenge or campaign.
This first gathering of the New Year will be the one you and your team members won't want to miss!
At this session, we will explore:
Panel participants include Suzanne Elliott, Envision Consulting, panel moderator, and many other local nonprofit professionals. Register and learn more about the panel.