Insights & Inspiration

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"Let Them" and Lead: Turning Challenges into Opportunities for Nonprofits
Fundraising, Leadership Kristin Ackley Fundraising, Leadership Kristin Ackley

"Let Them" and Lead: Turning Challenges into Opportunities for Nonprofits

Dr. Margaret Mead’s timeless quote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has,” has never felt more relevant. Nonprofits, in particular, have the power to shape their communities—even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

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She Leads International & Lakes Printing: An Empowering Partnership
Leadership Nicole Navratil Leadership Nicole Navratil

She Leads International & Lakes Printing: An Empowering Partnership

She Leads International is a collective of women united by a shared mission: to inspire, uplift, and empower women in every aspect of their lives. Whether you’re joining a conference, embarking on a 12-month mastermind journey, or adventuring to Italy with us, we will always celebrate each other’s wins, uplift each other’s businesses, and share in each other’s journeys.

In this spirit of unity, empowerment and shared experience, we bring you a featured blog from She Leads-Brainerd Community Sponsor, Lakes Printing

Owner Kevin Thesing said the business co-owner, Dode Pohlkamp, was “the inspiration to get the business started.” He gives Pohlkamp credit for the printing company’s success, saying “female management is what has made us successful.”

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