From 2003 through 2010, I directed a program for the Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) to improve cross-border cooperation and trade in the Haitian-Dominican borderlands. It was a facinating experience as we worked on issues ranging from cross-border perceptions to…
In anticipation of his book launch, Jonathon has challenged us to write of "a time where you danced with uncertainty…and won." As I wrote in January of last year, my life changed in an instant when the earthquake devestated…
Gonaives following the 2008 floods. Photo courtesy of Matthew Marek/American Red Cross.The air support was provided by Mission Aviation Fellowship. In an interview with NPR, Wyclef Jean said: " Because think about it, you've had NGOs in Haiti for over 30 years and you…
I’ve spent the last 20+ years running projects and country offices throughout the world. I have worked on making things better in some of the most difficult corners of the world: Haiti, Guinea Bissau, Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, and many more.…
Seth's blog today is on the difference between quickly filling a vacancy (hiring) and the art of finding the perfect person and convincing her to quit her job and join your team (recruiting). I believe the same holds true for…
1. Why is your blog called, “Your Next Executive Director?” I’m looking for my next challenge and want to run a dynamic, growing organization. I began this blog to learn how to blog. I’ve rambled through a variety of different subjects as…
Patrick Ferrell of the Miami Herald won a Pulizer Prizefor his striking pictures of the terrible floods that hit Haiti last year. However, the bigger tragedy was described in an article from the New York Times last month, “Living in…