Nonprofit Thrive

Francis Court is the Founder and CEO of WONDERSPHERE, an integrated branding, design, and creative communications agency with offices in Chicago and London. With a vision to blend innovative design with strategic communication, Francis has built WONDERSPHERE into a leading agency known for its transformative approach to brand development. Under his leadership, the agency has successfully partnered with diverse clients across variou...

Nolan Haims is the Owner of Nolan Haims Creative, a firm specializing in visual storytelling for effective communication. With over 20 years of experience in design, branding, and communication, Nolan is a sought-after expert in presentation design and visual content creation. Before founding his firm, he held leadership roles at several renowned companies, including Edelman, where he was Vice President and Director of Presentation...

Watt Hamlett is the Founder and Principal of Watt Hamlett Consulting, offering strategic guidance and innovative solutions to organizations seeking to enhance their impact. Watt brings over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, specializing in CRM, mission management, and constituent engagement. Before founding his consulting firm, Watt held senior leadership positions in various organizations, where he honed his expertis...

Rachel Rossos Gallant is the Vice President of Marketing and Memberships at the League of American Orchestras. As an alumna of the League’s Executive Leadership Program, she brings nearly two decades of experience in revenue generation, customer retention, and enhancing the customer experience within orchestras. Rachel is dedicated to advancing the field and is excited to contribute to the League's mission on a broader scale. Beyon...

Molly Garrone oversees the development and implementation of the CHOICES Project's communications strategy to disseminate and promote its research. She also conducts communications training and workshops for state and local health agency staff and their partners and creates communication materials and resources. Additionally, Molly supports the promotional efforts for the CHOICES Community of Practice and moderates monthly Coffee C...

Hilary Wartinger is the Senior Advisor of Knowledge Management at Save the Children, focusing on the Healthy Newborn Network. With a wealth of experience in humanitarian contexts across Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Somalia, Hilary is committed to addressing crucial knowledge deficits in newborn health. Before Save the Children, she was pivotal as the Advisor of Sexual and Reproductive Health at the Women's Refugee Commission. 

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Ben Reinhardt is a Website Developer and Support Manager at BFC Digital, where he manages a portfolio of Drupal websites for large nonprofit organizations. Specializing in functionality enhancements, content management strategies, and website accessibility, Ben leverages over a decade of customer support experience to educate clients on the inner workings of their sites. He focuses on delivering user-friendly solutions and maintain...

Wendy Davis is the CEO of Agile Cloud Consulting, a leading firm specializing in innovative cloud solutions for businesses. She brings over 25 years of experience in managing technology for nonprofits, colleges, and universities of all types and sizes across North America and globally. Wendy’s journey in the tech industry began with a degree in computer science, followed by extensive work in software development, IT consulting, and...

Kate Purcell is the Creative Strategist and Visual Designer for social change at KP Creative Strategy, a company that helps organizations working for social change communicate effectively and creatively. With over 15 years of experience in brand strategy and visual design, Kate specializes in crafting impactful communications that prioritize human connection. Her expertise lies in creating compelling infographics, websites, and bra...

Debbie McCann is the CEO of W4Sight LLC, a company that helps nonprofits harmonize their technology, people, and processes so their teams work more efficiently. With a keen focus on aligning technological tools with robust business objectives, Debbie's proficiency lies in meticulously weaving software solutions into the fabric of organizational purpose. Her expertise extends across the entire project lifecycle, from orchestrating s...

Laura Quinn is a Consultant and Nonprofit Website Coach at Laura S. Quinn Consulting. She has extensive experience leading website projects, crafting digital strategies, and bridging the gap between technologists and nonprofits. Laura has worked with hundreds of organizations, including leading animal welfare and climate change groups, and has managed the full lifecycle of over 20 website projects, from strategy to launch and maint...

Wendi Huestis is the Chief Advancement Officer at Worldreader, an international edtech organization focused on promoting literacy through reading. With a diverse background spanning climate action, education, international development, mental health, human rights, and social entrepreneurship, Wendi excels in devising strategies that align with organizational goals. Leveraging her extensive network, she fosters collaboration among s...

 Eric Brown is the Principal of Brownbridge Strategies, using his expertise in public interest communications to help foundations and nonprofits achieve their goals. His experience includes  twelve years on the board of directors of the Communications Network and eleven years as the Communications Director for the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation in Menlo Park. He has a thorough history working in philanthropy, nonprofit organi...

Eric Larnick serves as the Fundraising Manager at People for Animals, a nonprofit veterinary clinic in New Jersey. With a remarkable expertise in fundraising, especially within the nonprofit sector, Eric brings a wealth of experience to his role. His background in entertainment and media, highlighted by his tenure at The Dodo, offers a distinctive perspective on audience engagement and support cultivation. Before his current positi...

Matt Schwartz is the Founder and Executive Director of Constructive, a leading social impact brand strategy and design agency. With a passion for advancing a more just, equitable, and sustainable world, Matt leads the Constructive team in partnering with visionary organizations to tackle some of society's most pressing challenges. In his role, he oversees all aspects of Constructive's operations, serving as a hands-on partner to cl...

Elise Newman is the Executive Director at Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition, which protects the Oregon coast through environmental stewardship, education, advocacy, and community engagement. Her experience includes managing endangered species, organizing conservation events, and fundraising for various wildlife conservation projects. From raptors in Vermont to red pandas in New York and tigers and elephants in San Diego, Elise h...

Ben Freda is the Founder and President of BFC Digital, a boutique web development company dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations with their information technology and service needs. In his role, he provides team support for coding, design, strategy, integration, and web technology solutions. Although Ben brings over 20 years of web technology experience, his career path started in the classroom of Stanford University, where h...

Emily Culbertson is a seasoned Web Strategist and Planner with 15 years of experience, specializing in helping organizations leverage the web for enhanced awareness and lasting connections with their target audiences. In her role, Emily guides large and small organizations through strategic planning, vendor selection, and project management for online initiatives. Previously, she conducted research for Chicago's Community Media Wor...

Jake Wunsch is the Publications Director at the Media Law Resources Center, a nonprofit dedicated to serving media defense attorneys. His work impacts major entities like the New York Times and CNN, navigating legal challenges. Jake plays a significant role in sharing information that aids these media giants in their court defenses, upholding the principles of the First Amendment. His responsibilities include writing, editing, and ...