{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Opening Pathways","title":"SE03 E047 - Resilience and Growth in Nonprofit Leadership | Shannon Fernando","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/6fd44e1c\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1799,"description":"In this episode, Shannon Fernando, Founder and CEO of Alabaster International, shares her journey of creating a nonprofit focused on empowering Indigenous women and families in Africa and South Asia. She discusses the importance of resilience, personal values, and the challenges of fundraising. Shannon emphasizes the significance of community partnership, trust, and the evolving definition of service. She reflects on her personal growth, the impact of her experiences, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. The conversation concludes with an invitation for listeners to pursue their unique calling and purpose in life.\nWe hope you enjoyed this episode of Opening Pathways. \nLike, comment, and subscribe to never miss a new episode.\nConnect with Tom LeNoble on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomlenoble/\nVisit Tom LeNoble’s website here: tomlenoble.com \nListen to Opening Pathways on these podcast platforms: \nSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NQHGMCSL5hAXKEGiYLYQ1?si=afaa94335cd74d11\nApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-pathways/id1814079495\nAmazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f6bd53c4-ac1e-4e05-b65e-96b04cf21caf\n#openingpathways #leadership #businessstrategy #teammanagement #professionaldevelopment #entrepreneurship #startupadvice #founderjourney #executivethoughts #missiondrivenwork #bayareabusiness #sanfranciscobusiness\nOpening Pathways with Tom LeNoble is a podcast for founders, managers, and forward-thinking business leaders who want real insights into leadership, growth, and navigating today’s evolving workplace. Each episode features candid conversations with innovators and executives across industries—sharing lessons on team management, strategy, resilience, and scaling businesses with purpose. Whether you're building a startup, leading a mission-driven organization, or stepping into leadership for the first time, this show helps you stay grounded and inspired. Based in San Francisco, this series highlights...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/LBfcNTM2LCT57bVQDwcIcodOiGk4kWIu7tYaSHOkRV4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83OTU2/YWJjZmM5YTllYjE1/OGFhMTcwZWMxYzVi/MDVmMi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}