Small Business University Presents: Board Boost: What Makes a Nonprofit Board Truly Thrive?

Description

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The Chamber's small business seminar series offering a fresh opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Each session will feature expert insights from fellow Chamber members, offering valuable tools, tips, and resources on a wide range of topics to help your business thrive. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, these engaging, information-packed seminars are designed with your success in mind.

Board Boost: What Makes a Nonprofit Board Thrive?
Why do some nonprofit boards feel energized and engaged, while others struggle to build momentum? This engaging, practical session blends core governance practices with insights into group dynamics and the conditions that shape how board members contribute. Participants will reflect on their own board, identify opportunities to strengthen engagement, and leave with one concrete action they can put into practice within 30 days.

Presented by Two Five One Consulting

Speakers

Rachel Pryzgoda Bravo (Co-founder, Fundraising Lead) has built a career as a fundraiser that is centered on listening, relationship building, and storytelling. Originally trained as a journalist, Rachel is known for her ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with donors and inspire philanthropic investment. She is a specialist in Board development and donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Over 15 years, she has helped organizations to raise nearly $1 billion and to increase their impact overall by focusing on the strength and stories of their teams and the people they serve. Her experience includes leading comprehensive capital campaigns, managing annual funds, and securing major gifts and grants from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
 

Hunter Treash, CFRE (Development Associate) is a fundraising professional with experience in donor engagement, stewardship strategy, fundraising communications, prospect research, development operations, and project management. Her background spans higher education and arts and culture institutions, including Gordon College and the Peabody Essex Museum. Hunter brings a relationship-centered and systems-minded approach to fundraising, helping organizations translate priorities into clear donor strategies, thoughtful communications, and practical tools that support stronger execution.