Leadership Matters

Leadership Matters

Leadership Matters, the forum of choice for current and emerging public and nonprofit leaders. Dr. Sheryl White and Guest Co-Host Dr. Undraye Howard, along with their guests, explore practical tips for issues management, human capital strategies, and improving leadership effectiveness. Leadership Matters, your forum for Informing Leaders. Inspiring Solutions!

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October 15, 2025 65 mins

Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Keeping the Doors Open” with special guest John P. Lydon - Director of Strategic Projects/CEO Emeritus – Auberle/Ward Home/Pauline Auberle Foundation

John has decades of experience practicing civil law in Pennsylvania’s federal and state courts—as well as the Supreme Court of the United States—he has represented everyone from local businesses to major insurance carriers and government...

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This October, join us as we dive deep into the critical world of nonprofit strategic partnerships. In an era of tightening budgets and fierce competition for donor dollars, nonprofits are reimagining survival—and thriving—through mergers, acquisitions, and innovative collaborations that strengthen their missions without compromising their values.

This week we welcome special guest Mary Mulliet, President and CEO, Battle Creek Comm...

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What's it really like to be hired by a nonprofit board, and then work under their ongoing oversight and evaluation? In this candid conversation, we sit down with an experienced Executive Director to explore the unique dynamics of leading an organization while being accountable to a volunteer board.

Matt Obert is President and CEO of Chadd...

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Service on a nonprofit board is commendable and can be a rewarding experience. One of the many reasons people serve on nonprofit boards is the desire to contribute to the achievement of the mission and influence the direction of the organization. Board of directors are charged with providing oversight to ensure an organization’s policies, strategic direction, financial solvency, and executiv...

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Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Effective Governance” with special guest Martha Collins - Nonprofit Policy & Advocacy Leader | Builds Coalitions, Develops Leaders, Delivers Legislative Results

Martha Collins is a seasoned public affairs professional with extensive experience in legislative communications, advocacy, and nonprofit leadersh...

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What's it really like to be hired by a nonprofit board, and then work under their ongoing oversight and evaluation? In this candid conversation, we sit down with an experienced Executive Director to explore the unique dynamics of leading an organization while being accountable to a volunteer board.

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September 3, 2025 61 mins

Service on a nonprofit board is commendable and can be a rewarding experience. One of the many reasons people serve on nonprofit boards is the desire to contribute to the achievement of the mission and influence the direction of the organization. Board of directors are charged with providing oversight to ensure an organization’s policies, strategic direction, financial solvency, and executiv...

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Tune in to Leadership Matters with the People’s Doctor for a discussion on boosting morale. Neema Black, Sr. Director of Wellness with the Neighborhood House Association in San Diego, CA and Michael Cothrine, Wellness Specialist and Founder/Owner of Mike’s Fit Family will discuss ways to lead with and inspire joy with co-hosts Dr. Sheryl White, Dr. Undraye Howard, and Dr. Loretta Howard. Join us for Leadership Matters with the Peop...

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August 20, 2025 58 mins

Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Finding Joy: Wellness for Leaders” with special guest Dacia L. Moore. A dynamic speaker and mental health advocate, Dacia has captivated audiences nationwide. Her impressive career spanned crucial leadership roles, including Vice President of Programs at Niles Home for Children and Mental Health Coordinator at Community Linc where she provided v...

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The rEvolutionary leadership model combines two essential dimensions: evolutionary and revolutionary. Evolutionary leaders navigate continuous change and adapt to their environment, while revolutionary leaders proactively drive transformation and use disruption as a catalyst for positive change.

This...

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Tune in to Leadership Matters with the People’s Doctor for a discussion on boosting morale. Neema Black, Sr. Director of Wellness with the Neighborhood House Association in San Diego, CA and Michael Cothrine, Wellness Specialist and Founder/Owner of Mike’s Fit Family will discuss ways to lead with and inspire joy with co-hosts Dr. Sheryl White, Dr. Undraye Howard, and Dr. Loretta Howard. Joi...

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In times of crisis and uncertainty, the best leaders don't just manage immediate challenges—they simultaneously build organizational strength for the future. Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Essential Leadership and Bench Strength Development during Turbulent Times” with special guest Coach Iris Savage Dargan. Coach Dargan, a personal and executive coaching, is the owner of DMP Coaching, LLC based in Houston, TX. Tune...

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In times of crisis and uncertainty, the best leaders don't just manage immediate challenges—they simultaneously build organizational strength for the future. Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Essential Leadership and Bench Strength Development during Turbulent Times” with special guest Dr. Darvelle Hutchins, Vice President of Impact and Culture for the New Orleans Saints and Pel...

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In times of crisis and uncertainty, the best leaders don't just manage immediate challenges—they simultaneously build organizational strength for the future. Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Essential Leadership and Bench Strength Development during Turbulent Times” with special guest Coach Iris Savage Dargan. Coach Dargan, a personal and executive coaching, is the owner of DMP...

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During July on Leadership Matters with the People's Doctors, we'll explore critical leadership challenges and provide actionable solutions for accountability, talent development, coaching and mentoring, employee engagement and retention, and building organizational bench strength.

The strongest leaders don't just react to crises—they use challenging moments to forge resilient orga...
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During July on Leadership Matters with the People's Doctors, we'll explore critical leadership challenges and provide actionable solutions for accountability, talent development, coaching and mentoring, employee engagement and retention, and building organizational bench strength.

The strongest leaders don't just react to crises—they use challenging moments to forge resilient orga...
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Meet our host team: Dr. Sheryl White, Dr. Undraye Howard, and our newly added co-host Dr. Loretta Howard! Tune in to learn more about each of them, their take on leadership, lessons learned leading through times of uncertainty, and what the future holds for new programming with Leadership Matters. Join us for Leadership Matters: Informing Leaders. Inspiring Solutions! 
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During June on Leadership Matters with the People’s Doctors, we spotlight real-world strategies for leading through uncertain times. In this week’s episode, our guest Dr. Julius Mullen Sr., Chief Learning & Engagement Officer for Children & Families First of Delaware, Executive/Speaker/Author/Professor/Life Coach/Therapist, from Dover, Delaware, joins us to share insights from his own leader...

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During the month of June, Leadership Matters with The People’s Doctors will focus on
strategies and learnings from case studies that can equip listeners to lead amid uncertainty with
greater effectiveness. Join us for an essential conversation designed for leaders steering
organizations through turbulent times, where our guest, Howard Garval, retired seasoned
nonprofit executive and author shares his leadership journey and practica...

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During the month of June, Leadership Matters will focus on strategies and learnings from case studies that can equip listeners to lead amid uncertainty with greater effectiveness. The series will kick off with Mr. Rudolph A. Johnson, III, President and CEO of the Neighborhood House Association providing insights and lessons learned from his journey. Join our co-hosts—"The People’s Doctors”—D...

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