Spark Nonprofit Excellence
Expertly guiding and supporting nonprofit leadership through times of crisis.
Board Development
Nonprofit Strategy
Governance

Leadership Through Crisis
The Current Climate
The world has changed, as it always does. This time the change happened quickly and organizations were faced with many questions. Are our organizations changing with society and our community? Are we still relevant in the work of our mission? What lessons have we learned? Are we set up for success in this new environment? What is our new normal?
Organizations have been forced to reimagine the work they do for reasons of safety, public health, societal demands, and even funding sources. How can you ensure that your organization is sustainable and ready to grow?
We cannot, and perhaps should not, go back to the way things were. Now is the time to reimagine the future of your organization and the value you bring to the world. This is your moment to rethink what you do and how you do it in new and exciting ways.
This is the role of leadership right now. Now is the time to engage partners in developing the strategies and plans to continue to serve your mission.
If you are looking for a coach or guide to create new plans and analyze decision-making processes reach out to me. I can help organizations not just survive but thrive. With more than 25 years in the industry, including 10 years leading organizations from crisis to great success, as both a professional and volunteer leader, I will be your advisor and partner.
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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