28. Transitioning to Corporate Philanthropy with Veronica Olazabal

In this episode, Maria interviews Veronica Olazabal about transitioning as an evaluator into the private sector, focusing on philanthropy and corporate philanthropy. Veronica shares her experiences, the skills required for such transitions, and the differences evaluators may face in corporate settings. She also offers key advice for those considering this transition such as understanding different terminologies, aligning skillsets to new roles, the importance of conflict resolution, communication, and risk management. Veronica emphasizes the significance of resilience, adaptability, and effectively positioning oneself for the few available but impactful roles in the corporate sector.  Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by Veronica in this episode are solely her own and do not reflect the views of any organizations she is or has been affiliated with. Resources:  Follow Veronica on LinkedIn Read the AEA365 blog "Understanding the Emerging Field of Evaluation in Corporate Social Good" by Jared Raynor, Lisa Frantzen, and Morgan Buras-Finlay here.