Strategies to Help Nonprofits Think Beyond the CARES Act and Emerge Stronger

From retail to hospitality to arts and culture, we’ve seen organizations across sectors and nations challenged by the unforeseen effects of COVID-19. Although the $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill (CARES Act) will benefit many in the short term, it’s important to remember that emergency support does not ensure enduring success. As an agency that focuses […]

Turning Doubt into Defiance: Reflections from a Woman Entrepreneur

They start as tiny cuts: a well-intentioned gentleman approaching you at the end of a conference and suggesting that, despite a stellar research presentation, “you should smile more.” A male boss who tells you, 11 weeks after having your first child and returning to work, that “you’ve lost your sparkle.” A senior leader who stoically […]

New Jonas Philanthropies Launches to Serve Nurses and Vulnerable Populations

On January 8th, Barbara and Donald Jonas, founders of The Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare, unveiled their new vision to support the nation’s most vulnerable citizens. Under the banner of Jonas Philanthropies, the organization is expanding their reach beyond nursing and veterans care, and funding solutions to transform healthcare for underserved communities across […]

Individualism vs. Collectivism: The Next Brand Frontier

“Individuality is the new wealth.” We were struck by these words while watching a recent interview with Pharrell Williams, multi-talented artist and founder of I Am Other. As we think about the advent of technology and the empowerment of the individual, this sentiment certainly rings true. So what do these changing views mean for legacy brands? Perhaps it’s time for these organizations to rethink the way they engage their people and partners.