EPISODE · Jan 29, 2025 · 38 MIN
Leadership Lessons from Kids Company’s Collapse
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Episode Highlights: Governance, Leadership, and Lessons from Kids CompanyIn this episode, we dive into the powerful case study of Kids Company, exploring how its dramatic downfall reshaped the conversation around charity governance, leadership dynamics, and organisational sustainability. Host Samuel Kasumu is joined once again by Rob Macmillan, a leading researcher on the third sector and community development, with over two decades of experience studying the challenges and opportunities facing charities today.Rob shares candid insights on:The leadership pressures that charity heads face todayGovernance failures that contributed to Kids Company’s collapseThe sector-wide need for impact measurement and accountabilityWhy burnout among charity leaders demands immediate attentionThe importance of diversity and inclusion in driving the sector forwardWhether you’re navigating the complexities of charity governance, leading an organisation, or passionate about social impact, this episode is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking ideas. Tune in now to learn how we can collectively build a more sustainable and resilient voluntary sector!Keywords: charity governance, leadership challenges, voluntary sector trends, Kids Company case study, nonprofit sustainability, impact measurement, voluntary sector, charity governance, leadership, Kids Company, impact measurement, sector challenges, organizational change, fundraising, social enterprise, burnout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode Highlights: Governance, Leadership, and Lessons from Kids CompanyIn this episode, we dive into the powerful case study of Kids Company, exploring how its dramatic downfall reshaped the conversation around charity governance, leadership dynamics, and organisational sustainability. Host Samuel Kasumu is joined once again by Rob Macmillan, a leading researcher on the third sector and community development, with over two decades of experience studying the challenges and opportunities facing charities today.Rob shares candid insights on:The leadership pressures that charity heads face todayGovernance failures that contributed to Kids Company’s collapseThe sector-wide need for impact measurement and accountabilityWhy burnout among charity leaders demands immediate attentionThe importance of diversity and inclusion in driving the sector forwardWhether you’re navigating the complexities of charity governance, leading an organisation, or passionate about social impact, this episode is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking ideas. Tune in now to learn how we can collectively build a more sustainable and resilient voluntary sector!Keywords: charity governance, leadership challenges, voluntary sector trends, Kids Company case study, nonprofit sustainability, impact measurement, voluntary sector, charity governance, leadership, Kids Company, impact measurement, sector challenges, organizational change, fundraising, social enterprise, burnout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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