Supporting organizational change, transition and succession planning:
- Leadership succession strategy, planning and implementation – staff and volunteer
- Needs assessment, emergency transition planning, succession policies and strategic plan integration
- Organizational structure and design reviews, diagnostic audits and implementation planning
- Talent development projects, including all aspects of recruitment of senior leadership team members, job description, performance planning and related policy development
- Change management training and learning sessions
- Recruitment support to fill key roles
- Facilitation
- Team coaching and capacity building (such as developing purpose-built systems, processes)
- Support to Boards and CEOs for graceful transitions
- Sounding board, guidance and advisory to C-suite and Board leaders on emerging issues
Stewarding human talent is essential to advancing your cause
Why is succession planning so often missed by nonprofits, or placed on the back burner with items ‘we will get to at some point?’ From my front row seat through leadership succession and transitions at both the staff and Board levels, I have a good idea of the gaps that often exist, as well as a drive to support organizations to turn this deficit into an asset.
– Sharon Broughton
Talent stewardship is as important as fiscal stewardship. Just as we can’t ignore the financial piece of the strategic planning puzzle, we must consider how much there is to lose if we don’t prioritize succession planning and integrate this work as a core stewardship responsibility — to attract, retain, advance and celebrate human talent, with intention and courage. If you are weighing risks and challenges presented by organizational transition, change and succession, let’s have a conversation about how we might help you achieve your goals.
Testimonials
Amanda Jodoin, COO – Pancreatic Cancer Canada
“To support our expansion and growth model, we recognized that our leadership structure needed to evolve. Sharon’s assessments and evaluation of our needs both now and into the future were invaluable. Her ability to really dig in and understand current dynamics and realities, while also truly hearing us as we detailed our vision for growth was incredibly validating. She provided insights and recommendations that felt very natural and in alignment with the values we hold.
We would not have been able to move as swiftly, efficiently or effectively as we have without Sharon’s guidance and expertise. Sharon cares very deeply about the success of her clients and ensuring that their vision is actualized. She became a member of the team almost instantly. I look forward to more opportunities to drive change together with her in the future.“
Carolyn Cyr, RN MPH – Director, Health Policy & Systems, Saskatchewan, Heart & Stroke
“We had the pleasure of having Sharon lead an in-person session on Change Management with the Heart & Stroke team leading health systems change initiatives across the country. Sharon went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations – this was such a valuable experience for our team. We appreciated her thoughtful and thorough approach to understanding our organization and our team, tailoring the presentation and ensuring the content was relevant. We gained so much from Sharon’s expertise from leading change in the non-profit sector and feel equipped with new knowledge and tools to effectively support change management in each of our provinces. The readings and slides that Sharon shared afterwards were appreciated to help reinforce our new learnings.”
Alisa Simon, Group Head & Executive Vice President, e-Mental Health Transformation & Clinical Services , Kids Help Phone
“During times of transition, Sharon has an amazing ability to steady the ship, assessing what’s needed, keeping momentum going, and making sure everyone feels clear on their role and valued for their contributions.
Sharon is deeply mission-driven and works tirelessly to advance causes she believes in and, she shares that passion openly, inspiring others to see the “why” and believe in the mission alongside her.”