In this episode, Barry Barrett interviews Chris Price, a business development leader navigating the unique challenges of sales in the nonprofit sector. Chris shares insights on breaking myths about profit in nonprofits and the intricacies of funding mission-driven work. From his journey of taking over a family business to scaling through strategic partnerships, Chris dives into the importance of mentorship, overcoming self-fulfilling prophecies, and building resourceful teams.
Barry and Chris explore how Chris's company has leveraged a workforce development program to offer second chances to individuals in underserved communities, turning around not only their lives but also transforming the labor force. They also tackle the mindset shifts required to overcome the stigma of sales in nonprofit work, highlighting how cultivating both a strong mission and solid revenue foundation can fuel growth and impact.
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