“As a nonprofit capacity builder I have assisted small nonprofits with their transitions, recommended interim executives, and hired consultants to assist in training organizations on the importance of a transition strategy. When I was able to take part in the 2019 cohort of What’s Next, I was excited about the executives I met, the facilitators I learned from, the experiential learning that took place and the practical materials that led me to work with my own board in planning my transition and building a solid succession strategy. What’s Next was a comprehensive program that helped me define the steps that would support my organization, help me work in lock-step with my Board as I started my transition, provided the deep questions all Boards should be prepared to answer in creating its succession plan, and allowed me to work with ongoing coaching to ensure I built my own strategy for my future plans. This program was supportive in every way. As a Black CEO, it was particularly important to have facilitators and colleagues that understood the unique challenges we face as women and leaders of color; What’s Next ensured that our voices and experiences were understood. I enjoy keeping in touch with some of my fellow executives to continue to learn and celebrate each others’ successes. I highly recommend this program for long-time and founding executives that need a roadmap that allows the person and the organization to continue to grow beyond the transition.”
Kim Jones
