In this heartfelt episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I welcome David Corke, a seasoned nonprofit leader whose career journey began in hospitality and evolved into a decades-long commitment to community service. From structuring meaningful relationships to navigating sector-wide funding challenges, David offers a deeply personal and practical look at how nonprofits can thrive by staying human-centered and mission-aligned.

Topics We Cover:

David’s “superhero origin story” from hospitality to nonprofit leadership
Why relationship-building is the most undervalued asset in the nonprofit world
The concept of proximity and capacity in strategic relationship management
How to create sustainable nonprofit models through fee-for-service offerings
Why owning your revenue stream creates stability and mission clarity
Barriers to human connection in an overwhelmed, fast-paced sector
The emotional and strategic value of loving the work you do
Using technology to free up time for people-centered leadership

To Learn More and Connect with David:
London Training Centre Website
David Corke on LinkedIn

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