Capacity Through Leadership: Are We Strengthening the People Behind the Mission?

In a recent article published by the Rochester Business Journal, Marc Misiurewicz, Founder and CEO of Empreinte Consulting, explores a critical question facing the nonprofit sector: Are we investing enough in the leaders behind the mission?

In Capacity Through Leadership: Are We Strengthening the People Behind the Mission?, Marc examines how leadership capacity directly affects organizational sustainability, culture, fundraising, and long-term impact. Drawing on insights from Tricia Williams, the article highlights key leadership qualities – self-awareness, accountability, resilience, communication, and the ability to develop others – that help nonprofit organizations navigate increasing complexity while strengthening their ability to serve the community.