Tina Rounds has served as BEDS Chief Executive Officer since 2012. She is responsible for implementing the agency’s strategic plan and directing its day-to-day operations, and she has established BEDS as a leading, fiscally sound provider of HUD programming including evidence-based Emergency, Interim Housing, Transitional Housing, and Supportive Housing services. During her tenure, BEDS service area has doubled; its annual clients have grown from 150 to 5000; and its operating budget has expanded from $250,000 to more than $10 million. Tina and dedicated local supporters have prevailed in zoning battles to build and preserve affordable housing in Southwest Suburban communities. In response to COVID-19, she was the first Cook County homeless services leader to leverage new capital to establish a Medical Respite program. Now Tina spearheads BEDS conversion of a roadside motel into the innovative fixed-site Cicero Avenue Transitional Shelter.Tina previously served as the Director of Community Development at the Gift of Adoption Fund, where she led national growth initiatives including the establishment of state-wide chapters across the country. She has also worked as the Director of Leadership Involvement and Director of Volunteer Resources Department at the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago and the Human Resources and Volunteer Manager of Make A Wish Foundation of Northern Illinois. Tina holds a Master of Science in Public Management from DePaul University with an Urban Planning Certificate and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from the University of Illinois.In this episode, Philip and Tina Rounds discuss: Strategies for growing your organization Leveraging a diverse range of funding sources Building credibility and creating a positive network The value of volunteerism and community involvement Key Takeaways:Establish a clear vision and strategic plan for growth by studying best practices, joining advocacy groups, attending conferences, and reading extensively. Engage knowledgeable board members and develop ancillary services to address community needs.Analyze and leverage diverse funding sources, including individual donations, government contracts, private foundations, and corporate partnerships.  Design programs driven by customer or client needs, and collaborate with partners to determine the business case and funding sources.Persevere through opposition and misinformation by building credibility and gaining a platform for future growth. Surround yourself with good people who bring joy and growth.Provide support to nonprofits and communities through small contributions aligned with personal interests. Encourage volunteerism and community involvement.“Your mission and your client always has to be first. You can't ever take your eye off that ball or the client, because sometimes you have to act irrationally or you have to design something that customizes around the unique needs of your client or your customer.” - Tina RoundsConnect with Tina Rounds: Website: https://beds-plus.org/tina-rounds/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-rounds-146125111/ Connect with Philip: Website: https://www.fornarolaw.com/ Podcast Website: https://lbmpodcast.com/ "X": https://x.com/FornaroLaw Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/philipfornaro/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fornarolaw3002 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fornarolaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fornarolaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FornaroLaw https://www.facebook.com/philip.fornaro.3/

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