In this episode of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, Jarrett Ransom is joined by Mitchell Jeffery, founder of Ember Collective, to explore “the forgotten middle”. The dependable team members who consistently deliver but rarely demand attention. Together, they challenge common assumptions about performance, burnout, and support, urging nonprofit leaders to look beyond crisis management and high-performer praise. This practical conversation offers thoughtful insights on how recognizing and investing in steady contributors can strengthen teams, retention, and long-term impact.

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Nonprofit leadership is evolving fast, and hiring the right senior talent has never been more critical. Jarrett Ransom sits down with Barrett Krise, partner at Bell Oaks Executive Search, for a candid conversation about what boards are prioritizing in turbulent times: innovative thinking, authentic people leadership, and cross-sector experience that strengthens mission impact. They unpack shifting candidate expectations around flexibility and compensation, how to evaluate the intangibles that do not show up on a résumé, and why professional development is essential to preparing the next generation of nonprofit leaders. Barrett also shares a clear warning for boards: few things derail a nonprofit faster than a bad leadership hire, and investing in the hiring process is an investment in long-term resilience.

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Season 9 of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed is officially here. In this kickoff episode, host Jarrett Ransom welcomes nonprofit leaders into a new year of reflection, momentum, and possibility. Celebrating past milestones while looking ahead to 2026, Jarrett sets the stage for a season filled with honest conversations, practical insights, and inspiring voices from across the sector. From fundraising and finance to HR, branding, and leadership, this season is designed to equip nonprofit professionals with actionable strategies to strengthen their organizations and deepen their impact. Tune in as we embrace curiosity, community, and the power of our nerdy passion, one conversation at a time.

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