February 10, 2022
Los Angeles, CA – Laura Zachar has joined Discovery Cube Los Angeles as Vice President of Development. For 35 years, the Discovery Cube has been working to make a positive difference across Southern California through hands-on science education for educators, their students and more at its original center in Orange County, as well as its newer Los Angeles campus. The Discovery Cube’s core initiatives aim to further the impact of science education and includes STEM proficiency, early childhood education, healthy living, and environmental stewardship.
In her new role, Zachar will lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy for Discovery Cube Los Angeles.
"I am thrilled to join the Discovery Cube! I feel like it's LA's best kept secret and I'm excited to open the possibilities to the LA community," said Zachar, who has spent 16 years advocating for young people and educational opportunities, including 10 years as an executive leader in the elementary school space. Zachar most recently served as the chief fundraiser for Reading Partners in Los Angeles.
The appointment of Zachar follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by The Discovery Cube in partnership with Envision Consulting—a nonprofit consulting firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles, specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions.
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Envision Consulting specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, its partners and consultants are former nonprofit executive leaders who now use their collective experience and inspiration to uplift nonprofits and the communities they serve. Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated into its practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, a focus on anti-biased decision making and much more. In 2021, Envision Consulting was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color.
Envision Consulting
594 E. Colorado Blvd., #230
Pasadena, CA 91101
January 18, 2022
Los Angeles, CA – Children’s Bureau is pleased to announce the appointment of Monica Lee Copeland as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO). Copeland will serve as the leader of the organization’s resource and relationship development strategy.
A nonprofit leader in how to prevent child abuse and reduce its devastating impact, Children’s Bureau serves 39,400 children and their parents each year in Southern California through prevention programs; foster care, adoption and related services; mental health services to children and families; and state-wide training to family-serving organizations. The agency’s advocacy efforts and broader community impact initiatives inspire movement in the child well-being arena on local, state and national levels.
Copeland brings over 25 years of experience in business management, marketing, and fund development, securing over $250 million in philanthropic revenue and billions of dollars for private equity endeavors. Before joining Children's Bureau, Copeland served as the CDO for Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley and the Cerritos College Foundation, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Stone Ally, and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MLC & Company where she led fundraising initiatives for KidSave International, the Pasadena Pops Orchestra, and Agape International, among others.
“As the proud mother of two adopted children, I’m especially delighted to embrace working with one of the oldest and most reputable nonprofit providers of adoption, foster care, and child well-being services in California. I look forward to building relationships with individuals who want to invest their time, talent, and treasure in Children’s Bureau and the children and families we serve,” said Copeland.
The appointment of Copeland follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by Children’s Bureau in partnership with Envision Consulting—a nonprofit consulting firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles, specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions.
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Envision Consulting specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, its partners and consultants are former nonprofit executive leaders who now use their collective experience and inspiration to uplift nonprofits and the communities they serve. Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated into its practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, a focus on anti-biased decision making and much more. In 2021, Envision Consulting was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color.
Envision Consulting
594 E. Colorado Blvd., #230
Pasadena, CA 91101
January 11, 2022
Los Angeles, CA – The Achievable Foundation – whose mission is to provide high quality, integrated health care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and other vulnerable populations – has announced the appointment of its new Director of Development and Communications, Amanda Porta.
"Given the barriers vulnerable populations face in obtaining health care services, I am excited to join The Achievable Foundation team and support its mission to comprehensively provide high-quality support to persons with disabilities, their families and other members of the community,” said Porta. “I believe in this important work and am eager to join a team which is part of the solution."
Porta will lead Achievable’s fundraising and communications efforts, creating a culture of giving and building relationships with individuals, community groups, corporations, and foundations. Porta brings a breadth of fundraising experience, including in principal, planned and major gifts, as well as overseeing the fundraising strategy and operations of the Chicago Literacy Alliance as Director of Development.
"We are delighted to have Amanda Porta join our team as the Development and Communications Director,” said CEO, Carmen Ibarra. “Her experience and breadth of knowledge will allow The Achievable Foundation to expand its ability to provide high quality, integrated health care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as to other members of the community."
The appointment of Porta follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by The Achievable Foundation in partnership with Envision Consulting—a nonprofit consulting firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles, specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions.
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Envision Consulting specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, its partners and consultants are former nonprofit executive leaders who now use their collective experience and inspiration to uplift nonprofits and the communities they serve. Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated into its practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, a focus on anti-biased decision making and much more. In 2021, Envision Consulting was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color.
Envision Consulting
594 E. Colorado Blvd., #230
Pasadena, CA 91101
October 7, 2021
Los Angeles, CA – Jaime Balboa has been named the new Executive Director of 826LA, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting students ages 6 to 18 with their creative and expository writing skills and helping teachers inspire their students to write. All of 826LA's programs are free of charge, and are held at centers in Mar Vista and Echo Park and at Writers’ Rooms at Manual Arts High School in South Los Angeles and Roosevelt High School in Boyle Heights. 826LA also offers a wide range of online programming.
Mr. Balboa has spent his career and educational pursuits as a passionate advocate for the writing process and a champion for marginalized populations. He believes this job would be the culmination of his personal passions and professional expertise. "It’s an honor to be chosen to serve in this role. I love writing and the writing process. I'm thrilled to help 826LA unlock and develop the creative power of writing in the students we serve. That's a fantastic mission that I get to help advance--and what an outstanding team of volunteers and staff that I have the pleasure of joining,” said Jaime Balboa. “The pandemic has irrefutably highlighted social inequities especially in the field of education. Now more than ever, the world needs 826LA, and I can think of no more important a cause to dedicate my efforts to. I’ve seen firsthand how access to quality educational enrichment programs like 826LA is vitally important in the lives of students. I am absolutely thrilled to be chosen to build upon and expand 826LA's legacy of improving educational outcomes for our students.”
Added 826LA Board President, Susan Ko, “On behalf of the 826LA board, I am so proud to welcome Jaime Balboa as the new Executive Director of 826LA. Not only does Jaime
have the nonprofit experience, passion for social justice, and heart for 826LA’s mission of supporting students with their writing skills, he is a leader with high character who demonstrates compassion and humility in his work and life. Especially given the challenges of a global pandemic, racial reckoning, and growing achievement gaps for communities across the country, we believe that this moment necessitates true leadership and we can think of no one better than Jaime to meet the mission of 826LA through our next chapter of growth.”
The appointment of Balboa follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by 826LA in partnership with Envision Consulting—a minority-owned firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles, specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions.
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Envision Consulting is a minority-owned firm specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, our partners and consultants are former nonprofit executive leaders who now use their collective experience and inspiration to uplift nonprofits and the communities they serve. Our broad spectrum of services helps increase revenues, expand awareness and strengthen service delivery to the clients who need us the most. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated into our practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, a focus on anti-biased decision making and much more.
Envision Consulting
594 E. Colorado Blvd., #230
Pasadena, CA 91101
Los Angeles, CA – The Writers Guild Foundation, a nonprofit that preserves and promotes the history and craft of writing for the screen, has announced its selection of Lawrence Silveira as its new Development Manager.
Mr. Silveira has worked for several years in the nonprofit arena in both Chicago and Los Angeles, most recently as the Development Coordinator for the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association.
"From programs that benefit emerging screenwriters to preserving the history of writing for the screen, the Writers Guild Foundation does some pretty awesome work,” said Mr. Silveira, “I am so incredibly thrilled to be joining their team as the new Development Manager. I can't wait to get started meeting with donors and working on all of the WGF's exciting fundraising initiatives."
Among other responsibilities, Mr. Silveira will be tasked with setting and guiding the strategy for all fundraising.
The appointment of Silveira follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by The Writers Guild Foundation in partnership with Envision Consulting—a minority-owned firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles, specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions.
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Envision Consulting is a minority-owned firm specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, our partners and consultants are former nonprofit executive leaders who now use their collective experience and inspiration to uplift nonprofits and the communities they serve. Our broad spectrum of services helps increase revenues, expand awareness and strengthen service delivery to the clients who need us the most. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated into our practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, a focus on anti-biased decision making and much more.
Envision Consulting
594 E. Colorado Blvd., #230
Pasadena, CA 91101