Oxnard, CA – California Lutheran University’s Center for Nonprofit Leadership will host “Aspiring for Equity: Uncovering the Path Forward with the Equitable Nonprofit Workplace Report,” a hybrid event (in-person and virtual) on May 3, 2022. Envision Consulting will present their findings in the 2021 Equitable Nonprofit Workplace Report, developed in partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Management. The report provides deeper analysis into the Southern California nonprofit employee experience through the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion to give nonprofits a guide for how to attract, retain, and develop their employees for greater social impact.
"As nonprofit search and strategy consultants, we’ve been tracking the conversations, changes, and movement within our sector, including through the Great Reshuffle,” said Allison Fuller, co-founder of Envision Consulting. “Now with the Equitable Nonprofit Workplace Report, the data underscores some of what we already know concerning DEI and reveals stories that may be new to us. How we use this information to evolve our policies and practices going forward will be key.”
The event will take place at Cal Lutheran Oxnard Center (2201 Outlet Center Dr # 600, Oxnard, CA 93036) from 9 -11:30am. Reservations are required. A limited number of in-person tickets are being offered on a first come, first served basis. There is no fee to attend virtually or in-person. To reserve, go to https://californialutheran.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/californialutheran/event.jsp?event=1623&
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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.
Los Angeles, CA – Child Neurology Foundation (CNF), a national nonprofit organization serving the one in five children in the U.S. who have a neurologic condition and the medical professionals who care for them, announced today that Breanna McCormley has joined its team as the Director of Development. McCormley most recently served as the Regional Advancement Director for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and has also held development roles for The Chordoma Foundation, WakeMed Hospital Foundation, and Health Services of North Texas.
"After spending much of my career in the rare disease nonprofit space, I'm so excited to continue that journey with an organization that is doing such impactful work on a broad scale," said McCormley. "CNF has a number of unique programs in place that speak to so many different diseases. I'm looking forward to helping them continue their success, as well as find new ways to expand their donor relations efforts."
Based in Lexington, Kentucky, CNF serves thousands of children and families across all 50 states and in over 70 countries around the world. CNF’s research grants, family grants, medical symposiums and other programs have positioned the organization as the leader in this field,
convening the voices, minds and passions of families, physicians, teachers, caregivers, and researchers to change the conditions of care and the continuum of care for these young lives.
“We are so excited for Breanna to join our team at the Child Neurology Foundation,” said Amy Brin, CEO and Executive Director. “Her experience in overseeing major fundraising initiatives at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society combined with her intricate knowledge of the heath-focused nonprofit industry will position her to build upon and contribute to the fundraising and revenue growth that CNF has seen over the last decade.”
The appointment of McCormley follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by CNF in partnership with Envision Consulting—a nonprofit consulting firm based in Los Angeles, specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration and executive leadership transitions. Envision’s commitment to DEI is integrated into its practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, a focus on anti-biased decision making and more. In 2021, Envision was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color. envisionnonprofit.com
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.
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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