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Welcome to the Glick Davis & Associates Blog — your trusted resource for insights, strategies, and best practices in organizational development, executive search, and strategic planning. Our mission is to help mission-driven nonprofits and healthcare organizations navigate complexity, build resilient leadership, and drive measurable impact. Whether you're a board member seeking direction, an executive leader managing growth, or a changemaker facing new challenges, you'll find thought leadership and actionable guidance grounded in real-world experience.

From navigating mergers & acquisitions to driving performance improvement across your organization, our blog explores the strategies that power transformation in the public and social sectors. We share expert perspectives, client success stories, and proven frameworks that empower leaders to make informed decisions and lead with confidence. Join us as we unpack the trends shaping the future of nonprofit and healthcare leadership—and offer the tools to help your organization thrive.

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Nonprofit Mergers Part 3: Due Diligence and Decision-Making: What to Evaluate Before You Sign an Agreement

By Alexander / December 29, 2025

Once two organizations agree there may be a strong fit, the next step is one of the most important: due diligence. This is where enthusiasm…

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Nonprofit Mergers Part 2: Finding the Right Partner: How to Identify and Approach Potential Merger Opportunities

By Alexander / December 22, 2025

A nonprofit merger is not just a financial or operational transaction, it’s a partnership of missions, people, and cultures. The success of that partnership depends…

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Navigating Non-Profit Mergers Series – Part 1: Are You Merger-Ready? Assessing Organizational Readiness

By Alexander / December 15, 2025

In today’s nonprofit landscape, collaboration is no longer optional. Many organizations are confronting the same questions: “Should we merge to strengthen our mission, stabilize our…

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Navigating Non-Profit Mergers Series – Introduction: When Should Nonprofits Start Thinking About a Merger?

By Alexander / December 8, 2025

An Introduction to the Glick Davis Nonprofit Mergers Series For many nonprofits, the question of a merger arises only in moments of crisis, but the…

How Nonprofit Organizations Use Performance Improvement Consultants to Drive Outcomes

By Alexander / November 3, 2025

In today’s complex and competitive nonprofit landscape, organizations are under constant pressure to demonstrate measurable impact, ensure operational efficiency, and sustain mission-driven growth. While passion…

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How to Build Board Alignment for Nonprofit Strategic Planning Success

By Alexander / October 1, 2025

Strategic planning is one of the most critical responsibilities of nonprofit boards and executive leadership. Yet even the best-written plans fall short without one essential…

Nonprofit Partnerships vs. Mergers: Which Strategy Has Greater Impact?

By Alexander / September 16, 2025

In today’s nonprofit landscape, organizations face increasing pressure to do more with less-stretching limited resources while addressing ever-growing community needs. Two strategies often considered are…

The Role of Executive Search Firms in Nonprofit Leadership Transitions

By Alexander / September 8, 2025

Nonprofit organizations and healthcare institutions rely heavily on visionary leadership to drive their mission, inspire staff, and strengthen community impact. Yet, when it comes time…

Lessons Learned from Successful Nonprofit Mergers

By Alexander / September 2, 2025

Nonprofit mergers can be transformative, enabling mission-driven organizations to expand their reach, share resources, and improve long-term sustainability. Yet unlike corporate acquisitions, nonprofit M&A (mergers…

Aligning Mission, Vision, and Strategy for Nonprofit Success Through Strategic Planning

By Alexander / August 22, 2025

In the nonprofit and healthcare sectors, the path to sustainable impact begins with clarity. A well-defined mission guides purpose, a powerful vision inspires progress, and…