Nonprofit leadership isn’t easy. It takes grit, resilience, and the courage to keep showing up when challenges stack up. In this episode of IMPACTability®: The Nonprofit Leaders Podcast, Becca Bryan, Board Chair of Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge), shares what it means to fight for the underdog and lead with perseverance.
From rescuing stranded dolphins and whales in the Florida Keys to championing conservation for Florida’s endangered panther, Becca’s journey shows how passion, commitment, and advocacy shape strong nonprofit leadership. Her story is a reminder that you may not change the whole world — but you can change your part of it.
Packed with lessons on Board service, community engagement, and staying the course, this conversation is a must-listen for nonprofit leaders who want to make a lasting impact.
Her journey into conservation began in the Florida Keys, where she volunteered thousands of hours rescuing stranded dolphins and whales. That experience shaped her relentless commitment to protecting animals who can’t speak for themselves. Today, she leads Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge, guiding a diverse Board, educating the public, and supporting conservation efforts across the state.
Becca’s writing has been featured in National Geographic’s Voices Blog, USO On Patrol, and VeteransEnterprise.com. Whether through her published work or her nonprofit leadership, she continues to champion wildlife, inspire communities, and prove the power of commitment in driving nonprofit success.
