The curious case of the first-time CEO.

The curious case of the first-time CEO.

The curious case of the first-time CEO. A study of top executive leadership within 200+ growth-stage social ventures KEVIN L. BROWN What if we’re over-investing in individuals and underinvesting in leadership? And is there a chance the social sector is too focused on...
Seven effective leadership styles, plus one to avoid.

Seven effective leadership styles, plus one to avoid.

Seven effective leadership styles, plus one to avoid. Are you the dreamer, drummer, discusser, decider, director, delegator, or doer? KEVIN L. BROWN Pop quiz: what is the most crucial variable in shaping a bold brand? Leadership. A solid leadership team is the base of...
Building an impact model that drives income.

Building an impact model that drives income.

Building an impact model that drives income. Replay from the Acumen Academy Build Conference 2021 KEVIN L. BROWN Acumen Academy is the world’s school for social change — a global community of over 450,000 learners and doers with a burning desire to change the...
A conversation on The Business of Giving podcast.

A conversation on The Business of Giving podcast.

A conversation on The Business of Giving podcast. Hear about our Fundable/Findable Framework, privilege & proximity, plus first-time CEOs KEVIN L. BROWN We were recently a guest on Denver Frederick’s popular podcast, joining the likes of Mulago Foundation...
Six steps toward customer & beneficiary understanding.

Six steps toward customer & beneficiary understanding.

Six steps toward customer & beneficiary understanding. Are you designing the bridge first, or thinking about the people who will cross it? KEVIN L. BROWN In the spring of 1985, the world witnessed one of the greatest customer misunderstandings in history. It was New...