{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67782afed83630b6e3f81c77/687bfd4eba3cbb938c010e1b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"NPT 12 - Blending Business Rigor with Nonprofit Purpose: The Goodwill Turnaround with Tom Ulbrich","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67782afed83630b6e3f81c77/1752956214873-962596d2-880c-4663-8731-5b05e313507f.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of Nonprofits Today, we welcome Tom Ulbrich, CEO of Goodwill of Western New York, entrepreneur, educator, and member of the Forbes Nonprofit Council. With a background rooted in both business and nonprofit leadership, Tom brings a unique lens to innovation and sustainability in the social sector.</p><p><br></p><p>Tom takes us behind the scenes of a powerful post-COVID organizational turnaround—where Goodwill WNY rebounded stronger than ever by merging for-profit best practices with a nonprofit mission. From strategic planning and change management to leadership lessons and entrepreneurial culture, this conversation is packed with practical insights for any leader navigating uncertainty.</p><p><br></p><h3>You’ll hear about:</h3><p><br></p><ul><li>How Tom guided a values-driven transformation at Goodwill WNY</li><li>The frameworks used to lead change and build resilience</li><li>The value of mentorship and his work with Colonel Sudip Mukerjee</li><li>What he’s currently reading—and why learning never stops</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you're scaling a nonprofit or reimagining leadership in a time of change, Tom’s wisdom will both challenge and inspire.</p><p><br></p><h4>Quote from Tom:</h4><p>\"Never stop learning.\"</p><p><br></p><h4><strong>Connect with Tom:</strong></h4><p>Website: <a href=\"https://www.goodwillwny.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.goodwillwny.org/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasulbrich/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasulbrich/</a></p><p><br></p><h4>𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐇:</h4><p>Website: <a href=\"https://sarahboxx.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://sarahboxx.com/</a></p><p>Podcast Nonprofits Today: <a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/nonprofits-today\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://shows.acast.com/nonprofits-today</a></p><p>Podcast No Labels No Limits: <a href=\"http://www.nolabelsnolimitspodcast.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.nolabelsnolimitspodcast.com/</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/strategicvisioncoach/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/strategicvisioncoach/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/sarahboxxllc/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/sarahboxxllc/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahboxxsherpa/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahboxxsherpa/</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐒:</p><p>#TomUlbrich #goodwillthriftstore #nonprofitleadership #socialenterprise #nonprofitstrategy #entrepreneurship #COVIDnonprofitrecovery #leadershippodcast #nonprofitstoday #ForbesNonprofitCouncil #turnaroundstory #changemanagement #podcastinterview #leadershippodcast #womenwholead #purposedriven #legacybuilding #impactstory #changemakers #missiondriven #nonprofitvoices #nonprofitimpact #leadingnonprofits #sustainablenonprofits #nonprofitleadership #givingbetter #nonprofitsuccess #NonprofitsToday #communitymatters #podcastlaunch #nonprofitsupport #StorytellingForImpact #NonProfitHeroes #PodcastForGood #realtalk #socialinnovation #GoodwillWNY #entrepreneurialleadership #strategicplanning #MissionDriven #TomUlbrich #NonprofitsToday #LeadershipMatters #PostCovidRecovery #ForbesNonprofitCouncil #PodcastInterview #NonprofitPodcast #LeadWithPurpose</p>","author_name":"Sarah Boxx"}