by Ellis Katsof | Sep 4, 2025 | Nonprofit, Osborne Insights Blogs
(Updated from June 28, 2021 Post) In January 2016, after 36 years, I retired from my social work career. Not knowing what I wanted to do in my retirement, I began speaking to colleagues who had already retired and were really enjoying themselves. Their stories were so...
by Ellis Katsof | Oct 8, 2024 | Nonprofit, Osborne Insights Blogs
Strategic planning is essential for Not-for-Profits, enabling them to refine their mission, establish long-term strategic priorities, and chart the course to achieve those goals. With more than twenty strategic plans under my belt over the past decades, I’ve...
by Ellis Katsof | Oct 3, 2024 | Nonprofit, Osborne Insights Blogs
The unexpected departure of an Executive Director (ED) or Chief Executive Officer (CEO) can pose significant challenges for any nonprofit organization. However, with a solid strategy and succession plan in place, the board can maintain continuity and stability for all...
by Ellis Katsof | Jul 30, 2024 | Nonprofit, Osborne Insights Blogs
Not-for- Profit (NFP) organizations often operate with a unique set of challenges and opportunities, making effective leadership crucial for their success and stability. When a NFP faces the sudden loss of its Executive Director (ED) or CEO, the organization can be...
by Ellis Katsof | Jul 26, 2024 | Nonprofit, Osborne Insights Blogs
In today’s increasingly complex and interconnected world, not-for-profit organizations (NFPs) face a myriad of risks that can affect their ability to achieve their mission and serve their communities effectively. While NFPs often operate under tight budgets and...