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In this episode of The Art of Good, I’m thrilled to sit down with Ronnetta Johnson, CEO of Waymakers, a transformative nonprofit based in Orange County, California. With decades of experience in the nonprofit sector, Ronnetta has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families overcome challenges, find hope, and build better futures.
Our conversation spans Ronnetta’s inspiring journey—from growing up in the Rocky Mountains and discovering her passion for service to her current role leading a 368-member team at Waymakers. Ronnetta shares insights about the power of community, the importance of personalized support, and how nonprofits can embrace change and technology to amplify their impact.
00:00 Introduction and Mission Statement
00:21 Meet Ronnetta Johnson: CEO of Waymakers
02:57 Early Career and Inspiration
04:36 Joining Waymakers and Career Growth
09:18 Waymakers' Mission and Impact
16:41 Challenges and Leadership Insights
28:59 The Importance of Technology and Community Support
34:07 Conclusion and Call to Action
Connect with the causes that matter most to Ronnetta:
Fieldstone Leadership Network: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/33-0103025
OneOC: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/95-2021700
Follow John Cervenka on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/johncervenka
Check out John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-k-cervenka-32615413/
Follow Ronnetta on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/95-3167866
Check out Ronnetta on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnetta-johnson-82aba98/
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