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
Los Angeles, CA –Working Wardrobes, an Orange County-based nonprofit that helps people overcome challenges so they can achieve the dignity of work and “The Power of a Paycheck,” has announced its selection of Bonni Pomush as its new CEO.
Pomush, who has a master’s degree in Family Resources and Human Development from Arizona State University, worked for 15 years administering programs in government agencies before joining the nonprofit world in 2009. Among her notable successes, she has secured $6 million in capital campaign funding and $1 million annually in partnership with board members and volunteers.
“Bonni Pomush is going to be the perfect leader to continue our mission, champion our programs and partner with clients we serve," said outgoing CEO of Working Wardrobes, Jerri Rosen who is set to retire after 31 years at the helm of the organization. “She is an engaging and dynamic leader who is committed to putting her strengths to work by being of service to the community. Her research and strengths-based leadership approach has resulted in the national accreditation of centers, turning around budgets, and retaining high quality employees by creating and implementing performance-based pay systems. I have been truly impressed by her passion and energy and have full confidence that we have found the right person to lead Working Wardrobes into the future.”
Pomush, who officially begins her tenure with Working Wardrobes on November 8, 2021, will assume the full responsibilities of CEO on January 1, 2022.
The appointment of Pomush follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by Working Wardrobes Board of Directors and its Executive Team, 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