This week on Nonprofits Today, host Sarah Boxx sits down with legendary Pittsburgh journalist and nonprofit leader Bill Flanagan to explore his powerful journey from business reporting to civic transformation.

As the former Chief Corporate Relations Officer for the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, Bill has been a key force in shaping regional growth through public-private partnerships. In this episode, we dive deep into the art of strategic communication, empowering volunteer leadership, and the patient pursuit of long-term community goals.

Whether you're a small nonprofit or a large civic organization, this episode offers timeless lessons in leadership, trust-building, and creating impact that lasts.

In This Episode:

• Bill’s transition from KDKA-TV to nonprofit leadership
• What listening can teach us about fundraising and relationship-building
• The power of public-private partnerships (and how to start one)
• Why Pittsburgh’s model for civic renewal works—and what you can learn from it
• Advice for nonprofit leaders on storytelling, media strategy, and meaningful engagement

Wisdom Nugget: “The most helpful trait from my reporting days that translated to nonprofit management and fundraising was listening.”

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Website: https://www.alleghenyconference.org/

X: @BillFlanagan

Facebook: #BillFlanagan

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