Listen "Stories of Bravery w. John Shertzer"
Episode Synopsis
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This week on The Art of Good, I had the absolute privilege of speaking with John Shertzer, the Executive Director of the Medal of Honor Foundation. Let me tell you, this conversation is one for the books. John is a passionate nonprofit leader, a community builder, and someone deeply committed to shaping lives of honor and service.
Together, we explored the transformative power of storytelling, the humbling experiences of working alongside Medal of Honor recipients, and how nonprofits can stay true to their mission while evolving to meet the needs of future generations.
Support the Causes that matter most to John Shertzer:
The Gary Sinise Foundation: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/80-0587086
Tunnel to Towers: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/02-0554654
Bob Woodruff Family Foundation: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/26-1441650
00:27 Guest Introduction: John Shertzer
01:06 John's Early Life and Influences
03:36 Leadership and Compassionate Skills
05:24 Journey to Nonprofit Career
09:13 Medal of Honor Foundation: Mission and Impact
13:40 Stories of Valor and Humility
17:02 Challenges and Vision for the Future
24:25 Encouragement for Nonprofit Leaders
27:21 Importance of Technology in Nonprofits
29:24 Recognizing Other Great Organizations
31:47 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Follow John Cervenka on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/johncervenka
Send John an Email: [email protected]
Follow John Shertzer on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/mohf
Check out John on: https://www.cmohs.org/foundation/overview
Are you a non-profit that wants to connect with current supporters, amplify your marketing efforts, and attract new supporters and new donors to your cause? Check out starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/
This week on The Art of Good, I had the absolute privilege of speaking with John Shertzer, the Executive Director of the Medal of Honor Foundation. Let me tell you, this conversation is one for the books. John is a passionate nonprofit leader, a community builder, and someone deeply committed to shaping lives of honor and service.
Together, we explored the transformative power of storytelling, the humbling experiences of working alongside Medal of Honor recipients, and how nonprofits can stay true to their mission while evolving to meet the needs of future generations.
Support the Causes that matter most to John Shertzer:
The Gary Sinise Foundation: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/80-0587086
Tunnel to Towers: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/02-0554654
Bob Woodruff Family Foundation: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/26-1441650
00:27 Guest Introduction: John Shertzer
01:06 John's Early Life and Influences
03:36 Leadership and Compassionate Skills
05:24 Journey to Nonprofit Career
09:13 Medal of Honor Foundation: Mission and Impact
13:40 Stories of Valor and Humility
17:02 Challenges and Vision for the Future
24:25 Encouragement for Nonprofit Leaders
27:21 Importance of Technology in Nonprofits
29:24 Recognizing Other Great Organizations
31:47 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Follow John Cervenka on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/johncervenka
Send John an Email: [email protected]
Follow John Shertzer on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/mohf
Check out John on: https://www.cmohs.org/foundation/overview
Are you a non-profit that wants to connect with current supporters, amplify your marketing efforts, and attract new supporters and new donors to your cause? Check out starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/
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