We hear insights from Dan Viederman (an award-winning social entrepreneur) who shares his experiences of the succession process and his learnings from being on boards across the non-profit and commercial sectors.
Capital, Culture and Change: Perspectives on Succession
Rachel Harrington and Andrea Coleman, discuss key insights on succession, leadership, funding, boards and the private sector, as well as exploring the differences and similarities between family-businesses and social enterprises.
Founder's Syndrome why is it all about you?
Dr. Susanna Kislenko (Skoll Centre Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oxford and Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University) shares her groundbreaking research on Founder’s Syndrome.
Succession: Planning for Success
Monica Culen provides insights into her detailed approach to succession. Collince Dundo tells us why he believes transition and succession planning is a critical component of the sustainable impact of his young, vibrant organisation.
The Art of Letting Go: Navigating Succession in Social Entrepreneurship
The prospect of stepping back can be daunting. However, as demonstrated by the experiences of Neelam Chhiber and Jacob Mathew, succession is not just a necessary process but also an opportunity for personal growth and organisational renewal.
Eldership: A Crucial Aspect of Diversity
When we think about diversity, the conversation typically revolves around race, gender, and sometimes socio-economic background. However, there's an often-overlooked dimension of diversity— age and experience. This article discusses eldership as a crucial aspect of diversity, exploring the challenges and opportunities associated with ageing and the value of intergenerational collaboration. It's time to reevaluate how we view eldership.
Social Entrepreneurs Celebrating Progress & Learning from Challenges
We’ve all felt it: that overwhelming sense of having too much to do, the endless list of tasks and goals still unachieved. This can feel particularly pronounced in the social innovation sector, where there is a constant drive to create meaningful change for the benefit of others but amid this pressure, it's essential to take a moment to recognise the journey, celebrate the successes, and learn from the failures.
New Leadership: Taking Over from the Founder
Learning from Molly Melching and her successor, Elena Bonometti, we explore the experiences of the person leaving and the person taking over, giving you a double-sided perspective on transitions.
Succession Planning: Ensuring Organisational Continuity and Impact
Succession planning is essential for ensuring the sustainability of organisations, particularly those in the social entrepreneurial sector. Monica Culenand Collince Dundo, share their experiences and insights on navigating the complex process of leadership transitions.
A Board’s Purpose, Dynamics and Diverse Voices in Governance
Dan Viederman, an award-winning social entrepreneur with extensive experience on both non-profit and for-profit boards, shares valuable insights in a discussion with Andrea Coleman.
Who are you if you are not your organisation? Neelam Chhiber and Jacob Mathew.
Neelam Chhiber and Jacob Mathew discuss their succession journeys as individuals and as a couple, providing valuable practical insights.