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Together for Change2024 Cradle to Career Network Convening Award Winners: Interview with Bill CrimWelcome to Together for Together for Change, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of systems change and civic infrastructure. In this episode, we interview a Cradle to Career Network member who won the Bill Henningsgaard Cradle to Career Champion Award at our 2024 Cradle to Career Network Convening and learn more about the work that won them this award. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2025-06-0328 min
Ready for Work59 - From Cradle to Career: The Data-Driven Path to Community TransformationHow early should we begin career development in a child’s life? It’s earlier than you might think. Heidi shares how Strive-Together is helping communities nationwide align around seven key educational milestones—from kindergarten readiness to career entry. Discover how data becomes a flashlight, not a hammer, and why systems thinking, equity, and authentic collaboration are essential for sustainable change.Voices of Excellence and Resources for Episode 59:Heidi Black, Vice President of Training | LinkedInStriveTogether and the Training HubTranscript and Show Notes (PDF)Work Ready Communities at ACTACT Workforce Solutions2025-05-2810 minTogether for Change2024 Cradle to Career Network Convening Award Winners: Interview with Cleveland Academy of LeadershipWelcome to Together for Together for Change, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of systems change and civic infrastructure. In this episode, we interview Cradle to Career Network members who won the Cheryl Broadnax Award for Innovation and Results at our 2024 Cradle to Career Network Convening and learn more about the work that won them this award. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2025-03-1737 minTogether for Change2024 Cradle to Career Network Convening Award Winners: Interview with KConnectWelcome to Together for Together for Change, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of systems change and civic infrastructure. In this episode, we interview Cradle to Career Network members who won the Nancy Zimpher Courage in Leadership Award at our 2024 Cradle to Career Network Convening and learn more about the work that won them this award. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2025-02-1431 min
The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. TerryHow organizations can help those in need while doing good business.This riveting episode of our podcast transcends boundaries and brings together diverse voices in a unifying quest for educational excellence. Join us as we delve into the inspiring work of Vincent P. Lyles, the remarkable Executive Director of Milwaukee Succeeds, in their mission to bridge educational gaps.Since its inception in 2011, Milwaukee Succeeds, birthed by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation and its dedicated partners, has become an exemplar in pioneering collaborative educational transformation. It stands tall as a pivotal member of the esteemed 68-member StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network, recognized nationwide for its commitment to catalyzing change.2023-10-2746 minTogether for ChangeThe Bold Vision of Our North StarWelcome to Together for Together for Change, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of systems change and civic infrastructure.In this episode, we reflect on the Cradle to Career Network’s largest in-person gathering to date — the 2023 Cradle to Career Network Convening. We also look back at some of our favorite moments from recent episodes as we close out this season of the podcast.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2023-10-0343 minTogether for ChangeThe Case for PolicyPolicy plays a critical role in the work of systems transformation. In this episode, we explore different approaches to policy work and show why it can be effective for achieving results at scale.Featured guests include: Ryan Lugalia-Hollon, Chief Executive Officer of Up Partnership in San Antonio, Texas. Haley Simmons, Chief Public Policy Officer at Seeding Success in Memphis, Tennessee, and Stacy Schweikhart , Chief Executive Officer at Learn to Earn Dayton in Dayton, Ohio. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2023-09-1845 minTogether for ChangeWorking at the Intersection of Different Systems with Civic InfrastructurePart of the work in transforming systems is understanding how different social systems intersect: education, housing, health, criminal justice, etc. On the flip side, there is a large cross section of social impact organizations who have different but overlapping approaches. In this episode, we’ll talk about the role civic infrastructure plays in building collaborative relationships where organizations can work toward a common vision. And, we’ll discuss how this approach can transcend international borders to get results. Featured guest is Danya Pastuszek, Co-CEO of Tamarack Institute for Community Engagement.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2023-09-0439 minTogether for ChangeCuring vs. Treating for Population Level ResultsWhen it comes to solving large problems and creating population-level results, the idea of treating urgent symptoms often seems in conflict with developing a cure. In this episode, we talk about a both/and approach in addressing issues to get “population level results.” And, we finally get consensus on what “population level results” means. Featuring Marian Urquilla, co-founder at the Center for Community Investment. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2023-08-2140 minTogether for ChangeWhen Communities Focus on Kids Instead of InstitutionsTo achieve economic mobility for every child, we must organize systems around youth, not institutions. This is the fundamental shift network communities make as they change the way they work together. To achieve economic mobility for every child, we must organize systems around youth, not institutions. This isn’t just a talking point, it’s really taking a very different approach to the work of policy and developing relationships within a community. This episode features Richard Raya, chief strategy officer of Mission Economic Development Agency, the anchor entity of Mission Promise Neighborhood. Richard is also the newest member...2023-08-0728 minTogether for ChangeA Love Letter to DataWhen people talk about evidence-based decision making, they’re really talking about data. Data can support good decision making about policies, the allocation of resources, and provide a real-time look at how solutions are faring. But how do we make decisions on what to measure? Why does StriveTogether love data so much? And, does the data love us back? This episode features Sarah Rosen Wartell, president of the Urban Institute, and Ashwina Kirpalani-Vasanjee, vice president of insights and analytics at StriveTogether.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2023-07-2433 minTogether for ChangeRethinking Schools and SystemsFrom schools to systems, we often talk about transformation as if it we were resetting or rebuilding things. But what if we instead approached this work as a rethink? What would this mean for our work in education, in policy, and elsewhere? This episode features Frederick Hess, senior fellow and the Director of Education Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, and one of the keynote speakers at this year’s Cradle to Career Network Convening.For more information on the Great School Rethink by Rick Hess, visit this page.Learn more at St...2023-07-1039 minTogether for ChangeWhat does it take to transform systems?Zig Ziglar once said, “If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.” To achieve results, it is necessary to have a clear, measurable, and defined targets. Even though different social impact organizations might have different approaches to the work, it is important to be aligned in vision. For example, how does one define systems transformation and economic mobility? How can it be defined in a way that is scalable and sustainable but also meaningful for those at the center of that work?This episode features Bill Crim, President and CEO of the Promise Partnership/Unit...2023-06-2655 minTogether for ChangeNorth Star: Charting the Path to Economic MobilityThe North Star is the only bright star whose position relative to a rotating Earth does not change. For StriveTogether, that North Star is economic mobility and creating equitable pathways for every child to have the best possible opportunity. This involves both transforming systems and delivering outcomes. And, it involves placed-based communities. So what does it mean to get better results?This episode features Jennifer Blatz, President and CEO of Strive Together and Lisandra Gonzales, CEO of Rocky Mountain Partnership.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2023-06-0937 min
Rural RemixTony Pipa on Reimagining RuralTony Pipa is part policy wonk, part story teller. He focuses on connecting with policy makers, local leaders, and community members to reimagine federal policy to fit the needs of rural America. He uses his wide range of expertise to uplift stories of progress and success in rural communities.We talk with the native rural Pennsylvanian about the diversity of rural America, his new podcast, and bringing the rural story to Washington D.C.
Tony Pipa is a senior fellow in the Center for Sustainable Development at the Brookings Institution. Tony launched and...2023-05-1130 min
State of InclusionMoving from Talk to Action – with StriveTogetherWorking across the community, achieving collective impact, building civic infrastructure, and moving from talk to action. Those things are at the heart of our discussion today. In this episode, we talk with Monroe Nichols from StriveTogether. StriveTogether animates a network of over 70 communities, reaching around 14 million students with a focus on improving cradle-to-career education outcomes. Based on his experience, Monroe shares with us what it takes for communities to be successful at the changes they wish to see. Link to Full Transcript and Show NotesSignup for The Inclusive Community Newsletter
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What Gives?S02 EP6 - Every Child - Parvathi Santhosh-Kumar, StriveTogether14.8 million children and counting, StriveTogether is improving the education and economic mobility of communities throughout the country. This week, we're lucky enough to sit down with Parv Santhosh-Kumar, VP of Equitable Outcomes, to learn just how they do it.This episode is jam-packed with lessons on equitable outcomes, systems change thinking, and holistic transformation of communities. Together, we can all help build a world where a child's potential isn't dictated by their race, ethnicity, zip code, or circumstance.You can find StriveTogether here:https://www.strivetogether.org/IG: @strivetogether...2022-12-0131 min
Kathy Sullivan ExploresThe Role of Universities in Creating Social Good with Nancy ZimpherDr. Nancy Zimpher is an educator, state university leader, and former Chancellor of the State University of New York. Before serving at SUNY, Nancy worked as a dean and professor of education at Ohio State University, where she also earned her undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. In 1998, Nancy served as the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee—the first woman to hold the position in the university—until she joined the University of Cincinnati to serve as its President from 2003 to 2009.Today, Nancy is the Co-founder of StriveTogether, a national movement that uses c...2022-11-0357 min
GovEx Data Points#78 - It Takes a Village: The Value of Place-Based Partnerships in Racine, WIPlace-based partnerships can serve a major role in supporting governments’ commitment to serving and improving the lives of residents. But partnerships on a city-wide scale rely on good data governance practices in order to be successful, data-driven, and self-sustaining. In particular, collaboration between government and non-government organizations (NGO’s) poses an extra layer of complexity, and successful service delivery through these partnerships demands robust data governance and open communication between all participants. Today, we’re joined by Jenelle Zito, Director of Continuous Improvement for the Racine, WI Unified School District, Geoff Zimmerman, a consultant with S...2022-09-0129 minTogether for ChangeYou're More Powerful Than You ThinkIn our field, we often talk about the importance civic infrastructure, the connection between people, institutions, and systems in a community. We also love to engage in discussions power. But have you ever stopped for a moment to really break down what those words mean or thought about how people outside the Cradle to Career movement engage with those ideas? In this episode, we dive into this deep world of power, civics, and democracy with founder of Citizen University, Eric Liu. Eric is one of the keynote speakers at the 2022 Cradle to Career Network Convening. 2022-08-2542 minTogether for ChangeOutcomes FinancingMany organizations are hindered by the very funding mechanisms that make their work possible because they aren’t able to move upstream...but there is another way. Outcomes Financing is an innovative way for governments to invest in better results for their communities and only pay for what works. These projects start with a critical community need and local leadership. This episode features Andi Phillips, co-founder and managing partner at Maycomb Capital, and Mark Sturgis, founder and CEO of Seeding Success. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2022-08-1847 min
The Culture We SpeakMoving Away from a Deficit Mindset
In this episode, Ms. Yalanda Ludtke and I discuss deficit mindsets and incorporating familial and societal considerations into service delivery.
Ms. Yalanda Ludtke is speech-language pathologist who currently serves as the Collaborative Partnerships Director for Higher Expectations for Racine County. She is a leader, relationship builder, and equity advocate who works toward systemic change in favor of Black and brown families in Wisconsin.
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yalanda.ludtke@career2cradle.org
https://www.higherexpectationsracinecounty.org/
https://www.strivetogether.org/
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2022-06-2028 minTogether for ChangeImpact with IntegrityWhen we think about the audacious vision of a more equitable world and what it takes to get there, those of us in this sector can often lose sight of an important component of what it means to build something that lasts. Specifically, I’m talking about ourselves. Burnout is something that is all too common in helping roles so today, we’re going to focus on the role of resilient leadership in unleashing large-scale social change. Our guest is Becky Margiotta principal and owner of Billions Institute. Becky is also author of the new forthcoming book, Impact...2022-04-2750 min
The Business of GivingStriveTogether: The Evolution of a Cradle to Career NetworkThe following is a conversation between Jennifer Blatz, President and CEO of StriveTogether, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
StriveTogether is a national nonprofit working in 70 communities across the United States to ensure that every child has every chance to succeed, because race, ethnicity, poverty, and circumstance should not determine opportunity or outcome. And here to tell us more about the work they do and how they do it is Jennifer Blatz, the president and CEO of StriveTogether.2022-03-0529 minTogether for ChangeStop AAPI HateIn recent years, attacks against Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the United States of skyrocketed. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, there have been over 10,300 documented incidents of hate. Today, we’re joined by Manjusha P. Kulkarni, Executive Director of AAPI Equity and co-founder of Stop AAPI Hate, to learn more about how data is being collected and shared in the movement to stop Asian hate. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2022-02-2346 minTogether for ChangeHolding Equity at the Center pt. 2This week, we’re speaking with Christian Rhodes, Chief of Staff for the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education at the Department of Education, to not only hear about his own personal journey, but to get a better understanding how the government can fulfill its role with nonprofits and intermediaries doing this work. We’ll also be talking through some recent developments and what the Cradle to Career field can expect in upcoming years. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2021-12-2950 minTogether for ChangeHolding Equity at the Center pt. 1Many of us in this field have used the phrase “holding equity at the center” but what does it mean? What does it look like in practice? Some of you might be imagining a solar system with planets in orbit around the sun. In this case, the sun itself has a gravitational pull that keeps everything on track. Others might be thinking of what it’s like to be at the center of things – maybe the main street of a town, or to be the life of the party. In that case, it has more to do with proximity and to b...2021-12-1352 minTogether for ChangeWhat Youth Engagement Really Looks LikeWe often talk about youth in future terms. You’ve probably heard or use terms like “the next generation” or “future leaders” but the reality is that if we really want to build to last, we need to have those who are inheriting the future involved right now. This isn’t just more equitable – it’s more effective. True youth engagement is an untapped potential for shifting power and transforming systems Today, we’re going to be speaking with two Lisa Marie Gomez, Senior Director of Collaborative Action at UP Partnership and Olivia Allen, Strategy Director at Children’s Funding P...2021-11-3051 min
Collective Impact ForumRoundtable Discussion: Reflecting on Collective Impact for Place-Based Social ChangeIn September 2021, Melody Barnes, chair of the Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions, led a conversation with four social change leaders who for more than a decade have used collective impact to create collaborative, place-based change. Participants included Jennifer Blatz, president and CEO of StriveTogether, a national network of local communities striving to achieve racial equity and economic mobility, supporting the success of every child from cradle to career; Geoffrey Canada, founder and president of Harlem Children’s Zone and the recently launched William Julius Wilson Center, nonprofits working to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground progr...2021-11-291h 03Together for ChangeOur TownsToday, we’re going to speak with a couple that has traveled over 100,000 miles into the heart of America over discover what those stories would be. Jim and Deb Fallows are the writers and researchers behind the Our Towns book, documentary, and series for The Atlantic. We’ll also be joined by Bridget Jancarz, chief of staff at StriveTogether. Together, we’ll unpack some of those stories and the lessons that can be learned for changemakers across the country. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2021-11-0852 min
Together, We're Better!Parents Advocating for Child CareIn episode 7 of Together, We’re Better, Community Engagement Manager Brandon Morris talks with our local Parent Advocates and our partners from the Wisconsin Partnership – a collaborative effort of the four StriveTogether-affiliated local collective impact partnerships in Wisconsin, about how parents can lead change in their communities, specifically for early childhood care and education.
One parent advocate, Ashley Wells, explains how the PACC Fellowship equipped her with the necessary skills to confidently speak with her elected representatives and inspire other parents to use their power as a parent to make changes.
Parents Advocate for Child Care...2021-11-0534 minTogether for ChangeRedefining RuralWe often hear about the divide between rural and metropolitan areas but today we’re going to explore what that really means, the challenges that we face, and why, to really reach systems transformation, we need to face them together. This episode features Tony Pipa, a Senior Fellow of Center for Sustainable Development at the Brookings Institution, and Dream Gentry, the executive director of Partners for Education at Berea College. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2021-10-2057 minTogether for ChangeThe Cradle to Career Movement Origin StoryHave you ever noticed that behind every superhero is a good origin story? It’s the tale of they got their superpowers and how they made the decision to fight for the good of others. But whether you are talking about one extraordinary person or a team of uncanny strength, the real superpower is the movement that they create. By planting the seeds of justice and hope, they can create real lasting change. Today, we going to explore the origin story of the Cradle to Career national movement and how that is now transforming the lives of mil...2021-09-2755 minTogether for ChangeLooking Back/Looking Ahead: Getting Ready for Season 2As we get ready for Season 2, our host Christian Motley takes a few moments to look back at some of the most impactful conversations from Season 1 while sharing some stories from his own journey as well. Highlights include wisdom shared from Angela Glover Blackwell, Colin Groth, Geoffrey Canada, Jennifer Blatz, Dan Heath, Bernadette Merikle, Toyin Anderson and more.Season 2 is going to be even more exciting as we talk with change makers across the country about building to last. Subscribe now!Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2021-06-1422 min
The BOLD PodcastAndy Freeze and John Webster on Boards and the Nonprofit SectorAndy Freeze is a fundraiser and developer for StriveTogether. John Webster works in business operations for Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Both are alumni of the BOLD Program.2021-04-2834 minTogether for ChangeStronger together: Education and housingIn this final episode of the first season of Together for Change, StriveTogether Executive Vice President talks with Enterprise Community Partners about housing and education. StriveTogether communities are working across housing and education to improve outcomes for young people and families. Hear examples from Memphis, Tennessee and Racine, Wiconsin.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-12-0445 minTogether for ChangeThe Story of PlaceIn episode 11, Harlem Children's Zone President Geoffrey Canada joins StriveTogether President and CEO Jennifer Blatz to discuss their life's work, improving outcomes for young people. This work is rooted in place. Canada explains, "You can't think about dealing with problems without understanding place."Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-11-2334 minTogether for ChangeParents have the PowerIn episode 11 of Together for Change, our host Christian Motley talks with community leaders from Rochester, New York, and StriveTogether President and CEO Jennifer Blatz on how parents can lead change in their communities.Jackie Campbell, director of ROC the Future, describes how the Parent Engagement Collaborative Action Network is leading efforts to address inequities for children of color and children living in poverty. One parent leader, Toyin Anderson, explains how parents advocated for the removal of police officers from schools and are ensuring the educational needs of every child are understood and addressed."(Rochester...2020-11-1142 minTogether for ChangeTake the Blinders Off and Design a Nation that Works for EveryoneIn episode nine, we invite PolicyLink President and CEO Michael McAffee and the Equity Research Institute Director Manuel Pastor to share how the new Racial Equity Index arms activists and community members with data to support equitable policies.They explore with host Christian Motley why we need to look at the data to reimagine institutions designed to serve a multiracial society.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-11-0232 minTogether for ChangeRethinking Community EngagementIn episode eight, host Christian Motley asks community leaders how they're tapping into the knowledge and expertise within their communities to share an equitable recovery. He's joined by StriveTogether Vice President of Equitable Results Parv Santosh-Kumar, Baltimore Promise Senior Director of Data Initiatives Bridget Blount and Community Center for Education Results Executive Director Bernadette Merikle. They touch on timely topics such as the role of youth and parents in advocating for police reforms in schools. They argue that leadership tables need to engage authentically with community members because they have answers to the issues that plague them.Le...2020-10-1940 minTogether for ChangeIt's Not a Zero Sum GameIn episode seven of Together for Change, host Christian Motely talks with StriveTogether Vice President Josh Davis, Harlem Children Zone CEO Kwame Owusu-Kessee and Thrive Chicago Interim President Sonya Anderson about a national initiative called Stay Covered Together why public health during the pandemic is critically important in the Black community.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-10-0543 minTogether for ChangeNaming and Tackling What's RealIn episode six of Together for Change, StriveTogether's Christian Motley explores how one community applied the Theory of Action to pivot quickly to meet urgent needs of their community at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rocky Mountain Partnership, formerly known as the Rocky Mountain Cradle to Career Partnership, is one of nearly 70 communities that make up the Cradle to Career Network. Together, this network impacted the lives of more than 12 million youth last year including six million children of color.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-09-0938 minTogether for ChangeSolving Problems Before They HappenIn episode five of Together for Change, StriveTogether Senior Manager of Policy and Partnership Christian Motley goes "upstream" with StriveTogether President and CEO Jennifer Blatz and Dan Heath. Dan, the author of Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen, explains why too often we're trapped in a cycle of reaction."If you want the outcome to change, you have to change the system," says Dan. He and Jennifer detail examples of how communities are changing systems by using continuous improvement.Black people are often disproportionately harmed by systems -- often fatally -- which...2020-09-0746 minTogether for ChangeTalking Race with Family and FriendsIn episode four, author of Courageous Conversations about Race joins host Christian Motely and StriveTogether Executive Vice President Colin Groth. Change starts at home, by learning how to be uncomfortable in conversations about race. Colin shares a personal experience of "cancelling" a family member and receives helpful encouragement from Glenn on the need to engage in conversation. Glenn explains that the only way we can heal as a community is to have courageous conversations with those closest to us and allow people to have the time and space to grow.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-08-2446 minTogether for ChangeUsing Data to Chart a Path ForwardIn the third episode of Together for Change, Christian Motley hosts a conversation with StriveTogether President and CEO Jennifer Blatz and Opportunity Insights Director of Policy Outreach David Williams. Together they talk about data, race and mobility,specifically how data can help us hold each other accountable as work towards an equitable recovery.David shares data that Opportunity Insights is tracking. Jennifer describes why quantitative and qualitative data is necessary for systems transformation, shifting policies, practices, power and resources.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-08-1129 minTogether for ChangeEnding Racism - The Battle for the NationAs the United States grapples with dual pandemics, COVID-19 and racism, StriveTogether explores what we can learn from prior movements and what it will take to forge an equitable recovery for every family. Guests: Conway Collis, president and CEO of GRACE and End Child Poverty California; Angela Glover Blackwell, founder in residence of PolicyLink; and Dolores Huerta, activist and president of the Dolores Huerta Foundation. Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-07-2343 minTogether for ChangeCOVID-19 Recovery Requires CourageIn a world where everything has changed, schools, nonprofits, governments need to change the way they do everything to create an equitable recovery for children and their families. We will explore the deep impact of COVID-19 and racial injustice is having on communities of color and the role of courage in creating systems that work for everyone.Guests: Rey Saldaña, president and CEO, Communities in Schools, and Jennifer Blatz, president and CEO, StriveTogether.Learn more at StriveTogether.org.2020-07-2340 minTogether for ChangeIntroducing Together for ChangeLearn about Together for Change from host Christian Motley, senior manager for policy and partnerships at StriveTogether. Christian leads a series of conversations with national and local leaders committed to equitable recovery so communities and families emerge stronger from COVID-19 and the systemic racism that endangers lives and livelihoods for so many in the United States.StriveTogether is a national movement with a clear purpose to help every child succeed in school and in life, cradle to career, regardless of race, ethnicity, zip code or circumstance. Partnering with 70 communities across the country, StriveTogether works to...2020-07-2101 min
Unleashing Social ChangeEpisode 17: Parvathi Santhosh-Kumar, StriveTogether – “From Proof Points to Systems Transformation”Episode 17: Parvathi Santhosh-Kumar, StriveTogether – “From Proof Points to Systems Transformation” The myth is that systems are broken but every system is in fact perfectly designed to get the results it gets. So in order to get different results, and true equity, you’ve got to change the design. StriveTogether came to Skid Row School many years ago and met and even exceeded their goals, but then their second goal was not about growth but about changing more deeply and actually achieve systems transformation. Sometimes the numbers keep growing and they may look impressive, but are they refl...2020-01-1449 min
Beyond the Bake SaleSucceeding Together with Parvathi Santhosh-KumarParvathi “Parv” Santhosh-Kumar is Senior Director of Impact at StriveTogether, a national movement of 70 regions working to advance equitable outcomes for children and families from cradle to career. She is a Results Count leadership practitioner who coaches teams of cross-sector leaders to dismantle structural barriers to opportunity and achieve impact at scale towards economic mobility for 10.5 million youth. She also serves as managing director for StriveTogether’s Chicago office. She is Curator of the Chicago Global Shapers Community and she was selected as one of 50 young leaders to participate in the 2018 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, where she co...2019-08-0634 min
CaseyCast - the monthly podcast of The Annie E. Casey FoundationJeff Edmonson Talks Collective ImpactAs the founder and executive director of StriveTogether, Jeff Edmondson built a network of communities committed to using collective impact to support the academic success of every child. In this episode of CaseyCast, the Foundation’s Lisa Hamilton asks Edmondson — now the managing director of Ballmer Group — about his time at StriveTogether. They discuss the lessons that Edmondson learned during his 12 years at the nonprofit’s helm, including the art of falling forward and the benefits of starting small.
To learn more about this CaseyCast episode, visit https://www.aecf.org/blog/jeff-edmondson-on-getting-communities-to-work-together-to-get-results/.2017-08-2532 min
FSM Network Podcast SeriesEpisode 16.2: Collective Impact featuring Bridget Jancarz, Part 2 of 2Thank you for joining us as we discuss collective impact with Bridget Jancarz of StriveTogether! Please enjoy part one and join us for part two of this special podcast!2016-12-1420 minFSM Network Podcast SeriesEpisode 16.1: Collective Impact featuring Bridget Jancarz, Part 1 of 2Thank you for joining us as we discuss collective impact with Bridget Jancarz of StriveTogether! Please enjoy part one and join us for part two of this special podcast!2016-12-1415 min