John Brothers on Power, Data & Building a Stronger Learning Sector

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, John Brothers, Interim President & CEO of Candid, joins Schultz & Williams CEO Craig Shelley for a conversation about what he has learned from every side of the nonprofit sector. John shares insights on shifting power dynamics in philanthropy, using data to help the sector learn together, building culture during times of transition, and why there are no shortcuts to meaningful social change.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Scott Casper, President of the American Antiquarian Society, joins Schultz & Williams Vice President Cathy Card Sterling for a conversation about leading through change and making American history more accessible to everyone. Scott shares insights on communication in times of uncertainty, the value of listening across divides, sustainability and succession planning for independent nonprofits, and the opportunities and challenges of the digital age. He also previews the upcoming national conference marking the 200th anniversary of Freedom’s Journal and explains why American history belongs to all of us.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Stephanie Gambone, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of Southeastern Pennsylvania, joins Schultz & Williams Vice President Renee Archawski for a conversation about expanding opportunity for young people and preparing them for a rapidly changing world. Stephanie shares insights on leadership, economic mobility, the impact of AI, and the importance of helping young people build the skills and confidence they need for the future.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Shannon McCracken, President & CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance, joins Schultz & Williams CEO Craig Shelley for a conversation about collaboration, how nonprofit leaders build trust, and the evolving nonprofit sector. Drawing on her decades of experience, Shannon shares insights on leading with agility, navigating change and technology, and why nonprofits need to be bolder about shaping the future.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Art Taylor, president and CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, joins Craig Shelley, CEO of Schultz & Williams, for a conversation about leadership, decision-making and the changing nonprofit landscape. Drawing on decades of experience in the sector, Art shares lessons on leading through change, navigating ethical decisions, embracing new technology and preparing organizations for what comes next.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Anna Shurak, Executive Director of Teach For America Greater Philadelphia, shares insights on leadership and what it takes to create lasting change in education. She discusses supporting educators, staying focused on where an organization can have the greatest impact, and building a shared vision for students, as well as how innovation can help strengthen education over time.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Gary Laermer, senior consultant at DBD Group, joins Craig Shelley, CEO of Schultz & Williams, for a conversation about leadership, building strong teams, developing people and preparing nonprofit organizations for the future.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Corinne O’Connell, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia, joins Renee Archawski, Vice President at Schultz & Williams, for a conversation about people-centered leadership, growing programs in response to community needs and the role of safe, stable housing in supporting health, education, employment and dignity.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Stacy Palmer, CEO of the Chronicle of Philanthropy, joins Craig Shelley for a conversation on nonprofit leadership, organizational change, and the future of the sector. Stacy reflects on leadership burnout, the growing need for collaboration across nonprofits, and why nonprofit infrastructure, technology, and resources must evolve to meet the moment ahead.

In this episode of Bigger Possibilities, Grace Bonilla, President and CEO of United Way of New York City, shares insights on nonprofit leadership and what it takes to guide organizations through complexity and change. She discusses the role nonprofits play in driving innovation, strengthening communities, and creating systems-level impact, as well as the importance of building strong teams, embracing different perspectives, and helping organizations move bold ideas forward.