Lisa McKeen, CEO, Orbis

“As a first-time CEO in the NFP space, access to this community that leverages the insights and experience of other CEOs and the expertise of subject experts, has already shown its true value. Given we share a lot of the same issues and challenges, it seems there is a great deal to be gained by leveraging our collective knowledge – particularly when the issues are as acute and time-sensitive as they often can be. When answering to my Board Chair about what my next steps will be on critical, time-sensitive issues, I have to believe the opportunity to weigh in on my greater CEO/ED community for reflection, will be a guiding force as I move forward in this role.”

Eyal Rosenblum, Executive Director, Operation Groundswell

“The SearchSmart community is a refreshing space where Canadian non-profit leaders can connect, build relationships, and get real-time advice on a slew of common, critical issues. It’s already provided real value for my personal growth and in turn, the growth of my organization. I would recommend it to all senior leaders in the non-profit space.”

 

Sharon Broughton, CEO, Prince’s Trust Canada

“Nonprofit CEOs are charged with immense mandates within a fast-aced, high-demand, resource-restricted world. Leading strategic and operational change, engaging employee teams and Boards – this is not only challenging but also isolating. SearchSmart’s CEO online platform creates a safe space for CEO’s to see insights with other leaders who understand their reality. By providing a dedicated channel for sharing tools, resources, ideas and moral support, SearchSmart has become a catalyst for creating community among NFP leaders – reducing isolation, increasing confidence, and supporting the potential for important causes to achieve greater impact. The platform is like having a CEO support team ‘in your pocket’!

 

Paul McIntyre Royston, CEO, Canadian Olympic Foundatio

“The discussion and level of discourse on SearchSmart Community has been excellent. Not only have I found it useful to bounce ideas off of the group of fellow CEO’s but it has been reassuring to know that so many fellow non-profit leaders have the same challenges (and opportunities) that I have. I enjoy the service and plan to be a long-term member and contributor.”

Stefanie Ince, Executive Director, Dystonia Medical Research Foundation

“The SearchSmart On-line Community is an excellent place for leaders from the not-for-profit space to share ideas, information and recommendations around advancing their causes in a variety of areas and specialties. I highly recommend this community to anyone who is looking to make positive changes in their careers and to advance their organizations mission objectives.”