CEO Circles

As a nonprofit leader, where do you turn when you need clarity, guidance, a sounding board, encouragement, accountability, and wisdom? Who are your trusted advisers? CEO Circles is designed to surround you with peers who are diverse in voice and perspective: respected leaders who are as interested in professional growth and expanding their capacity as you are. This is time carved out for you to reflect and be challenged, whether working through your own or your peers’ business dilemmas. Confidentiality and inclusion are fundamental commitments by each participant.

Powerful Support for Nonprofit Leaders

CEO Circles consist of 10-15 nonprofit executives. Membership is by application only and is open to both Nonprofits First members and nonmembers. Acceptance into a CEO Circle includes these and more:

Ten months of virtual monthly facilitated sessions with nonprofit executive peers from diverse backgrounds and missions
One 30-minute individual coaching session with the facilitator

“Forming a support network is critical for a nonprofit CEO. You need a group of peers to bounce ideas off of, help you think through problems and solutions, and sometimes just share a laugh. Nonprofits First's program offers all of that!”

Sharon L’Herrou, CEO
211 of Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast

CEO Circles Facilitator

Jessica Cecere is the former CEO of Nonprofits First. She has been involved in nonprofit leadership for more than 30 years. She is also a small business owner, consultant, and active community volunteer. She is a professional training expert, specializing in board governance and has helped many organizations through monthly Board Smart Q&A sessions hosted by Nonprofits First.

"CEO Circles, like those facilitated by Nonprofits First, are designed to bring together leaders from various organizations to share insights, collaborate on solutions, and drive positive change. These circles provide a supportive environment where CEOs can discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and learn from each other’s experiences."

Jessica Cecere

Course Tuition

Your cost of participation is $675 ($750 for nonmembers) and includes ten months of participation. Applicants must sign a confidentiality agreement upon acceptance.