Spark Nonprofit Excellence
Expertly guiding and supporting nonprofit leadership.
Board Development
Nonprofit Strategy
Governance
Leading Toward Excellence
Great leaders start by demonstrating their commitment to the mission of the organization. And, knowing that nonprofit organizations are most effective when they lead and operate like a business, leaders demonstrate a commitment to effective and ethical business standards. Leaders bring strategic thought and planning to imagine the future and plan for the twists and turns ahead. The responsibility of boards as stewards of financial support requires trust. Leaders must be respected in the community and trusted to make wise choices.
A strong partnership with the organization’s professionals is paramount to its success. Leaders develop positive relationships with the key professionals and create a shared vision for the organization.
Now is the time to engage partners in developing the strategies and plans to serve your mission. Now is the time to make sure your board is ready to partner with these professionals and that you each understand your roles.
If you’re looking for a partner and guide to create excellence in your organization, develop impactful strategic priorities, and implement best practices, reach out to me. I help organizations not only survive, but thrive.
With over 25 years in the industry, leading organizations to great success, as both a professional and volunteer leader, I am the advisor and partner you need.
Seamless experience
How Can 8 Gates Help
It is hard to step back and be strategic while you are in the thick of it. Particularly in these uncertain times, it is hard to see any semblance of a path. It’s hard to be a leader. But it is critical.
This is the time to recommit to your mission and vision, engage your leaders and shine. Focus on what you can control.
I understand. I’ve been exactly where you are now more than once in my 25-year career. Let me help you. As your trusted guide and coach together, we can strengthen your organization through leadership, governance, and planning.
Board Development
Empower your board with confidence, pride in the decisions they make, and clarity of roles and responsibilities.
Governance
Create effective governance practices to ensure efficient and meaningful engagement with your leaders and community.
Strategy
Set your north star; align priorities and goals; maximize fundraising and engagement.
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Someone You Can Trust
Ziva Starr Raney
I have a passion for excellence in nonprofit management, powerful leadership, and impactful philanthropy. I have seen what happens when it doesn’t work well, and I have seen the joyful impact of changing the focus and creating success in these areas. I will bring to bear my professional focus in strong governance, developing strategic frameworks, crisis management & leadership, coaching, and effective fundraising strategies to help your organization pursue excellence in the work you do.
You can expect a partner every step of the way, with your mission, culture and key stakeholders at the center of the process. Now is the time to engage a partner you can trust and focus on what you can control.
“Strive not for success, but to be of value.” – Albert Einstein
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8 Gates is the partner nonprofit organizations need to spark excellence in their work, their boards and their staff.
8 Gates is a culmination of my passion to be a guiding force for nonprofits.
With life-long experience in the industry. I help turn vision into plans and action into partnership with dedicated leaders.
ZIVA STARR RANEY
Principal: 919.813.2288
ziva@8GatesConsulting.com