How a Fundraising Professional is Leading Resilient Retreat

What makes a nonprofit board truly effective? In this episode, CEO Lisa Intagliata shares valuable lessons for board members on how to stay mission-focused, support fundraising as a team sport, and engage meaningfully in strategic planning. She emphasizes the power of mission moments, the importance of board-staff collaboration, and how boards can help build a strong foundation for long-term growth. If you serve on a nonprofit board or are considering joining one, this conversation is full of practical takeaways to help you lead with purpose and clarity.

 

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introducing Lisa Intagliata, CFRE CEO of Resilient Retreat

(04:15) How did having a career in fundraising prepare you for being a CEO?

(06:10) Always be fundraising

(08:50) Earned income

(09:45) What should board members understand about fundraising?

(12:00) Board engagement plans

(13:20) How did you structure the organization?

(15:10) How do you keep everyone focused on mission?

(16:55) Surprises as CEO

(18:20) Advice for a future CEO/Executive Director

(19:23) Recapping with Read

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