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First Citizens Community Bank (FCCB) hosted a successful "Thought Leadership for Those Who Lead" event, bringing together 42 nonprofit organizations in the Wilmington community. The event focused on equipping nonprofit leaders with tools, insights, and strategies to elevate their missions and foster meaningful change.

The gathering featured presentations from several speakers. Sheila Bravo, President and CEO of the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement (DANA) shared her expertise on nonprofit governance and strategic leadership. Sheila, who has led DANA since 2015, provided a wealth of knowledge drawn from her extensive career in advertising, brand leadership, and nonprofit management.

Kelsi Waltemire Palmer, CXO of Kite & Anchor, shared her expertise on volunteer and fundraising engagement, offering actionable strategies for increasing volunteer involvement and improving fundraising efforts. Drawing from her diverse background in communications, coaching, and nonprofit consulting, Kelsi helped attendees explore new approaches to engaging supporters and driving growth in their organizations.

Mary Ellen Waltemire, a certified leadership coach and facilitator, led a session focused on leadership development, strategic planning, and board governance. Mary Ellen provided practical tools for nonprofit leaders to enhance their board governance structures, improve strategic planning processes, and build stronger leadership teams. Her interactive approach enabled attendees to gain new perspectives on effective organizational management.

Additionally, four nonprofit organizations were awarded $500 each for their outstanding contributions to the community: PAWS for People, American Red Cross of Delmarva, Ronald McDonald House, and Faithful Friends. Attendees were also introduced to FCCB Academy, a comprehensive financial literacy platform offered for free to nonprofits. FCCB provides a co-branded version of the platform, reinforcing its commitment to supporting nonprofits with valuable educational resources.

"Our goal with these events was to create a space where nonprofit leaders could not only learn from experts but also connect with one another to share ideas and solutions," said Jami Theiller, Cash Management Team Lead at First Citizens Community Bank. "The engagement and enthusiasm we saw from the participants were truly inspiring, and we’re proud to support these incredible organizations that do so much for our communities."

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