OneSource Center News

Congratulations to the 2021-22 NLIGC EXCEL class — recently selected to participate in this transformational nine-month leadership development and skills training program.  The program, designed for nonprofit executive directors and high-level managers, is offered through the Nonprofit Leadership Institute of Greater Cincinnati (NLIGC.)  Designed to enrich the management capabilities of those individuals leading nonprofit organizations in the Greater Cincinnati region, classes are taught by OneSource Center consultants, knowledgeable about issues faced daily by nonprofit C-Suite executives. 

Members of this year’s class include: (more…)

It can be challenging to fill big shoes when replacing a key staff member. Where do you start? What qualities does the person need to possess? Who should lead the search process? How can you make the process as seamless as possible and not disrupt the current mission? These questions and more were some of the questions posed when The HealthCare Connection began its executive search last year to replace its visionary leader, Dolores Lindsay, who founded and led the organization for over 50 years.

The HealthCare Connection is a nationally and regionally recognized leader in providing quality, culturally sensitive and accessible health,dental care and behavioral health services in northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. Its impact in the region is broad-reaching and when succession planning was needed to fill Lindsay’s CEO spot, the HealthCare Connection board contacted OneSource Center consulting.

James Cowan, Chair Elect of HealthCare Connection’s Board, said it is difficult to describe the depth of collaboration that OneSource Center provided to the board through their executive search – from establishing a framework for the process, to guiding sensitive discussions but never dictating direction, to providing additional coaching if needed. According to Cowan, the OneSource Center team was patient and adaptive, and the board was thrilled with the process – finding the perfect fit in Dr. Jolene Joseph, the organization’s new CEO.

The HealthCare Connection has worked with OneSource Center on many needs throughout the years – from obtaining office and waiting room furniture to staff training experiences and through the use of OneSource Center’s coaching and consulting services. The relationship has become a true partnership and Cowan thanks OneSource Center for its ongoing guidance and support.

Interested in learning how OneSource Center can assist in a broad range of board and human relations assistance projects, including executive search? As a nonprofit ourselves, we understand how agencies work and want to help! Contact VP of Consulting Services Vickie Ciotti today.

“OneSource Center continues to be an important resource in our community,” said Cowan. “They help nonprofits with their important role in serving community need, and we are appreciative of our partnership!”

Funders recognize the tremendous impact of OneSource Center’s consulting services, and we currently have grant funding available to supplement consulting project work. If you’ve thought that consulting help was beyond your reach, consider contacting us for grant assistance. If your agency has special project help or could use guidance in human resources, finance, operations, strategic planning or other need, and you don’t have the resources to manage it all, OneSource Center’s team is ready to offer assistance! The list of business areas our team can assist with is far reaching, with our team of over 125 business consultants well versed in a broad range of capabilities. If you’ve never worked with a consultant and don’t know where to start, all it takes is a simple contact, and our team can arrange a meeting to discuss your needs. Our initial conversations are free, and if a project is suggested, there could be grant funding available to pay for a portion of our already low fees. If interested, just complete a short request form and our team will be in touch. Contact us – we want to help

OneSource Center cannot make the impact it does without the incredible help of those who believe in our mission.  A huge “shout out” to all the fabulous volunteers who helped present an incredibly successful 2021 Celebration of Partners event in September!  We love working with you to help nonprofits better fulfill their missions and to help spread the word about our nonprofit resource center model.  Special thank you to Thrivent Financial for sponsoring our recent Event Volunteer Appreciation Event!  

Racial inequality extends to all facets of life, and the nonprofit sector is no exception.  OneSource Center for Nonprofit Excellence recognizes the under-representation of people of color in Tri-State nonprofit leadership circles, and supports initiatives that both address this situation and strengthen the management skills of future changemakers.

In response to this belief in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and the importance of DEI representation in upper management, OneSource Center recently initiated its Emerging Leader Scholarship which provides attendance at the NLIGC’s highly lauded year-long nonprofit leadership development program, EXCEL.  The in-depth program trains leaders in all aspects of nonprofit management and governance, and sets attendees on a path to leadership growth and success.

Rashidah Sellers, Director of Residential Services/Treatment Programs at Lighthouse Youth and Family Services, is the 2021 OneSource Center Emerging Leader Award recipient.  A 15-year employee of the organization, Sellers leads a team working with youth with serious emotional and behavioral problems.  Sellers is known for developing staff through personal mentorship and supporting their educational growth.  Recently promoted to her director role, she is responsible for overseeing two of Lighthouse Youth Service’s residential care facilities and its staff of 40-50 individuals. 

“OneSource Center is committed to removing DEI barriers in the nonprofit community, and is encouraged by the ripple-effect impact the NLIGC Leadership Development program will have on Rashidah and on the community with which her team interacts,” said Christie Brown, CEO, OneSource Center. 

NLIGC (Nonprofit Leadership Institute of Greater Cincinnati) is a joint venture of OneSource Center and Talbert House and is designed to strengthen the leadership skills of nonprofit leaders in our community.