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State of the Nonprofits host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, welcomes Thaddeus Squire, Chief Commons Steward at Social Impact Commons in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Thaddues recently traveled to Midland to join us as the keynote speaker for the a luncheon celebrating the 10th Anniversary of MSS. One of his many areas of expertise lies in shared resources or commoning. This episode explore...

In this episode State of the Nonprofits, our host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, has a two part conversation with the team at Core Recon. Alex Hale and Rob Cook explain CORE Recon and join us in exploring the power of temperament assessments in team building and self-awareness. In this episode: CORE Recon, https://www.core-recon.com/ Contact CORE Recon at https://www.core-recon.com/conta...

In this episode State of the Nonprofits, our host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, is joined by Adrian Carrasco, community volunteer and founder of The Carrasco Group. Following years of nonprofit board service experience, Adrian is hoping to help empower other nonprofit boards through a suite of services designed to enhance their effectiveness and governance. In this episode: The Carrasco...

If you've been a part of nonprofits in west Texas, than you know the name Laurie Johnson. Laurie been leading the Nonprofit Management Center of the Permian Basin since 2006 and earlier this year, announced her retirement. In this episode, host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, sits down to visit about lessons learned as Laurie shares a few nuggets of wisdom with us. In this episode: The No...

Maintaining employee morale is challenging when agencies are navigating leadership changes. As new leaders step in, changes in style and direction can leave staff members feeling adrift and sometimes disgruntled. On this episode of State of the Nonprofits, host Autumn Vest visits with Dr. Elise Kail, a retired educator with vast experience in leading groups through change. Dr. Kail is now a consul...

In this episode, MSS Executive Director and Host, Autumn Vest, welcomes Tim Jebsen, executive director, and Hannah Allee, Marketing Director, for the Midland Community Theatre. Hear the MCT perspective on volunteering, collaborating and planning for the future. AND get excited for the 2024 opening musical - OH MY! In this episode: Midland Community Theatre, https://mctmidland.org/ MSS is proud to...

MSS is celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2024! To celebrate, we're kicking off Season 3 of State of the Nonprofits with a look back at how MSS began and where the first 10 years have led the organization. Joining MSS Executive Director and Host, Autumn Vest, is Vicki Jay, former executive director and a founding member of the committee that formed Midland Shared Spaces. In this episode: Find out...

Story telling is part of the makeup of nonprofits. As we engage with donors, funders and community members, nonprofit leaders must become master storytellers to help build connection with our missions. In this episode of State of the Nonprofits, we're visiting with a master storyteller, Adam Reed, who is part of Filmhunter Media. In this episode: Filmhunter Media, https://www.filmhuntermedia.com/...

In this episode of State of the Nonprofits, we dive into the creation and goals of the newly formed Midland Nonprofit Marketing Network (MNM). Hosted by MSS’s Executive Director, Autumn Vest, the conversation brings together founding members of MNM—Cali Trowbridge of SHARE, Rachel Austin of Bynum School, and MSS's own Leslie English. Together, they explore how and why this unique network was start...

The philanthropic spirit in West Texas is one of the most unique aspects of our region. Both individual and corporate partnerships make our nonprofits stronger and enhance their ability to make real change in the lives of our clients. Today, we welcome Jay Whitlow to the State of the Nonprofits. Jay is a part of the team at Performance Chemical Company, where they are taking corporate partnerships...

Season 3, Episode 11 “Lessons Learned with Laurie Johnson” If you've been a part of nonprofits in west Texas, than you know the name Laurie Johnson. Laurie been leading the Nonprofit Management Center of the Permian Basin since 2006 and earlier this year, announced her retirement. In this episode, host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, sits down to visit about lessons learned as Laurie shar...

In this episode State of the Nonprofits, our host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, is joined by Adrian Carrasco, community volunteer and founder of The Carrasco Group. Following years of nonprofit board service experience, Adrian is hoping to help empower other nonprofit boards through a suite of services designed to enhance their effectiveness and governance. In this episode: The Carrasco...

In this episode State of the Nonprofits, our host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, has a two part conversation with the team at Core Recon. Alex Hale and Rob Cook explain CORE Recon and join us in exploring the power of temperament assessments in team building and self-awareness. In this episode: CORE Recon, https://www.core-recon.com/ Contact CORE Recon at https://www.core-recon.com/conta...

In this episode, we explore barriers to prioritizing professional development in nonprofits. discover local opportunities for investing in yourself and your staff with host Autumn Vest and Midland Education Foundation Director Anita Gamertsfelder. West Texas Rural Philanthropy Days, July 17-19 in Alpine, https://www.wtxrpd.org/ Nonprofit Management Center, https://www.nmc-pb.org/ Permian Basin Cha...

Story telling is part of the makeup of nonprofits. As we engage with donors, funders and community members, nonprofit leaders must become master storytellers to help build connection with our missions. In this episode of State of the Nonprofits, we're visiting with a master storyteller, Adam Reed, who is part of Filmhunter Media. In this episode: Filmhunter Media, ⁠https://www.filmhuntermedia.com/...

Permian Basin Gives returns on May 21, 2024! We want to help you make the most of it! In this special episode of MSS State of the Nonprofits, host Autumn Vest welcomes Nonprofit Management Center of the Permian Basin Executive Director, Laurie Johnson, for a quick walk through of how participating nonprofits can have a successful giving day. In this Episode: Discover all 117 participating agencies...

State of the Nonprofits host and MSS Executive Director, Autumn Vest, welcomes Thaddeus Squire, Chief Commons Steward at Social Impact Commons in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Thaddues recently traveled to Midland to join us as the keynote speaker for the a luncheon celebrating the 10th Anniversary of MSS. One of his many areas of expertise lies in shared resources or commoning. This episode explore...

In this episode, MSS Executive Director and Host, Autumn Vest, welcomes Tim Jebsen, executive director, and Hannah Allee, Marketing Director, for the Midland Community Theatre. Hear the MCT perspective on volunteering, collaborating and planning for the future. AND get excited for the 2024 opening musical - OH MY! In this episode: Midland Community Theatre, ⁠https://mctmidland.org/⁠ MSS is proud t...

Listen to Kathleen Kirwan-Haynie speak about her late brother Daniel and how she advocated for Daniels Law to pass. This legislation sets protection to prevent people with disabilities from being discriminated against in medical settings.

Maintaining employee morale is challenging when agencies are navigating leadership changes. As new leaders step in, changes in style and direction can leave staff members feeling adrift and sometimes disgruntled. On this episode of State of the Nonprofits, host Autumn Vest visits with Dr. Elise Kail, a retired educator with vast experience in leading groups through change. Dr. Kail is now a consul...

Enjoy this special feature about Mike. The first blind adult to graduate from Midland College while using our services. Executive Director, Bailee Hennis sits down with Mrs. Carol Kridel which is the wife of Mike. Carol shares more of Mike's accolades throughout his life.

In this episode, MSS Executive Director Autumn Vest is joined by Dr. Kennedy to explore his vision for Midland College. When we talk about partnerships in education, our minds often go directly to working with our local school district to support student success. But we may be overlooking opportunities to create community impact through partnership in higher education. Midland College's new presid...

Autumn Vest, MSS ED, and Bailee Hennis, RLWT ED, join forces to co-host this episode of State of the Nonprofits. Autumn and Bailee visit with Catherine Ashton, Founder and CEO of The Giant Squid Group. This conversation dives into thinking beyond the box when it comes to staffing and building your nonprofit team. Through meeting team members' individual needs and understanding their experiences, y...

Planning for future leadership... has your nonprofit thought about it? Listen to MSS Executive Director Autumn Vest who is joined by Brooke Mueller who retired in 2020 as executive director of MCRC after 19 years in the role, and Kristal Kidd, the current executive Director of Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center. Listen to this new episode on Thursday, July 27 on your favorite streaming platf...

Autumn Vest Executive Director at MSS, sat down with Eric Harrell of the Midland Fire Department to discuss emergency preparedness. Listen in for more information on scheduling a training or threat assessment. Link below: https://midlandss.org/services/sotn This episode of state of the nonprofits discusses sensitive issues that may be a trigger for some of our listeners. Our conversation focuses o...