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SUMMARY:Conversations & Connections Pathways with Purpose: Nonprofit Careers & Board Engagement
DESCRIPTION:This spring’s program brings together experienced nonprofit executives and board leaders who are shaping Maine’s future through mission-driven leadership. Together\, they’ll explore: \n\nBuilding impactful careers in the nonprofit sector\nEffective board engagement and governance\nStrategy and fundraising in today’s environment\nThe opportunities and challenges facing Maine nonprofits\n\nWhether you’re considering a nonprofit career\, interested in board service\, or simply curious about how purpose-driven organizations create lasting community impact\, you’ll gain practical insights and real-world perspectives from leaders doing this work every day. \nPanelists: \n\nTae Chong ’98\, ’08G – Executive Director\, Furniture Friends\nSarah Lentz ’20 – Director of Culture\, Community\, & Strategic Initiatives\, Maine Philanthropy Center\nMark Jones ’85 – President\, Saco & Biddeford Savings Bank\nHeather Paquette ’99 – President\, Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine\n\nModerator: Josephine Kantandula ’21\, Program Manager\, Granite Bay Care\, Inc. \nThe evening includes a panel discussion\, audience Q&A\, and open networking with alumni\, students\, and business professionals in a welcoming and energizing setting. \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/conversations-connections-pathways-with-purpose-nonprofit-careers-board-engagement/
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