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SUMMARY:BDO & CNM: First-Generation Professionals Cohort Program
DESCRIPTION:About This Event:\nJoin us online for a comprehensive virtual information session delving into the details of our upcoming First Generation Professionals Cohort Program\, set to kick off Friday March 13\, 2026 . Please note that attending the information session is optional and not a requirement to apply for participation in the cohort program. \nThis information session will be recorded and provided to all who register to attend. \nOverview:\nThe Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM)\, in partnership with BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory\, invites Executive Leaders who identify as First-Generation Professionals to a cohort-based leadership and financial learning experience. \nToday’s nonprofit leaders are navigating unprecedented financial pressure\, funding instability\, compliance risk\, and workforce strain – often while carrying complex personal relationships with money\, power\, and responsibility. This cohort was designed to meet that reality. \nThrough expert-led learning\, peer exchange\, executive coaching\, and wellness-centered practices\, participants will strengthen both their financial leadership and their internal confidence to lead through uncertainty. \nParticipants Will Gain:\n\nA clearer understanding of their organization’s financial health and business model\nIncreased confidence using financial statements and financial language\nStronger team-based and equitable financial decision-making practices\nHealthier personal and professional narratives around money\nA trusted network of peer Executive Directors\n\nIntended Cohort Audience:\nThis cohort is designed for executive leaders who identify as First-Generation Professionals\, including those who are: \n\nFirst in their family to attend college and become professionals\nFrom working-class or modest socioeconomic backgrounds\nThe first in their family to hold a senior leadership or executive role\n\nProgram Experience\nThis cohort-based learning journey includes interactive workshops (in-person & virtual)\, executive coaching\, peer learning\, a community of practice\, leadership & financial improvement project\, and more! \nCore Topics\n\nLeadership identity\, values\, and money narratives\nUnderstanding your nonprofit business model\nScenario planning and risk management\nFinancial reporting and dashboards\nBoard and staff financial communication\nWellness and change management in executive leadership\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis program is ideal for nonprofit Executive Directors who: \n\nWant to strengthen financial leadership without sacrificing wellness\nAre navigating uncertainty\, growth\, or financial stress\nValue peer learning and shared experience\nWant to lead with greater confidence\, clarity\, and equity\n\nInformation Session Registration Deadline:\nPlease register by Friday\, January 23\, 5:00 PM Pacific Time. \nTo learn more contact Michelle Escamilla\, Outreach and Engagement Manager\, at mescamilla@cnmsocal.org
URL:https://cnmsocal.org/event/first-generation-professionals-cohort/
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