GuideStar was the result of creator Arthur "Buzz" Schmidt's vision of bringing transparency and accountability to the entire world of nonprofits. It increased information with facts from supplementary sources to aid anyone socializing with nonprofits - the media, foundations, researchers, teachers, professionals, government, as well as individual donors - make knowledgeable choices. Instead of simply a site, Harold began to recognize the possibility that GuideStar had to offer. GuideStar could assist to take order to the dissimilar and rather rowdy nonprofit area, with so many different foundations and donors contributing to an array of nonprofits that touched millions of people.
It was the structure which systemizes it in ways which were useful to all could aggregate information that is accessible, and makes it broadly accessible. Harold believed so firmly in potential and GuideStar's mission, when it became available in 2011, that he pursued the CEO place. Having sat on the board of GuideStar, he understood that it could do even more and had a sound understanding of the nonprofit. Doing so, however, would demand transformation. From the standpoint of a new CEO, this case scenario investigates Harold’s vision for moving GuideStar up the worth chain and his plans for evolving the organization. Harold identifies four columns on which to focus-made income vs. mission, culture, infrastructure, and relationships. He recognizes special challenges ahead, including the unknowns and "live pressures" that he will need to browse.
PUBLICATION DATE: January 02, 2013 PRODUCT #: SI121-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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