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The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless

We want to bring you the thoughts of some of the most impactful leaders in health and human services. Their real-world experience in driving growth and impact and leading in hard times might be just the extra dose of motivation and common sense you need to bring to your organization whether you are an Executive Team member or the Board President. We think that leading the conversation about the nonprofit business sector and what nonprofits should think about now is part of our mission, “Building A

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37:24

Legal As A Strategic Partner, Not The Dept. of 'No'

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/12/31

Legal shouldn’t be the brake pedal on your mission. We sit down with two seasoned leaders—Anne Garcia, SVP and General Counsel at The Ohio State University, and Trent Stechschulte, Chief Legal Officer at I Am Boundless—to show how legal and compliance can be the engine for trust, speed, and sustainable growth. From personal paths that span litigation, healthcare, and university governance to building departments from scratch, they reveal what great counsel actually does: translate dense rules...

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Why Strategy Means Choosing Capabilities, Not Projects

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/12/19

Strategy should feel like motion, not maintenance. We sat down with two chief strategy officers—Jennifer Riha of I Am Boundless and Ravi Dahiya of YAI—to explore how nonprofits serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs can make disciplined choices amid shifting regulations, payer demands, workforce shortages, and rapid technology change. We dig into what separates firefighting from future-shaping and why “strategic hibernation” rarely fits he...

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23:29

When Science Whispers And Headlines Shout: The Facts...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/10/29

Recent headlines suggested a link between acetaminophen during pregnancy and autism or ADHD, sparking fear and second-guessing. We dig into what the studies actually say, why association is not causation, and how large sibling-based analyses change the picture. Boundless Medical Director Dr. Cynthia Ripsin and State Director of Behavioral Health and Education Services Kendra Hill join host, Scott Light, to talk plainly about fever risk in pregnancy, the role of safe treatment, and how s...

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37:29

Build Trust with Bold Branding and Sincere Storytelling

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/10/21

Rebranding a nonprofit isn’t about swapping logos or picking trendier colors— it’s about removing friction between people and the help they need. We sit down with three dynamic marketing leaders who have guided large behavioral health and human services organizations through bold transformations, unifying dozens of legacy brands, clarifying their promise, and building trust where it counts: at the front door to care. Your team can learn so much from this team of experts: Renee Stein, VP...

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54:16

Beyond Good Intentions: Building Sustainable...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/09/17

"Criticism is the cost of entry to success. Most people aren't willing to pay it." This powerful quote sets the stage for a compelling conversation about why nonprofits must embrace business principles to thrive in today's complex landscape. Our expert panel features Chris Wolf (COO at I Am Boundless), Rich Yanoski (Corporate VP at Merakey), and James Button (President/CEO of Citizens Advocates) – seasoned leaders who've navigated both for-profit and nonprofit worlds. Together, they dismantl...

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25:41

Either at the Table or on the Menu: Survival Tactics...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/08/18

Nonprofit organizations face unprecedented challenges in today's uncertain environment. With financial pressures mounting and workforce shortages continuing, many organizations are exploring strategic partnerships as a path forward. But what separates successful nonprofit mergers from failed ones? The answer lies in mission alignment. The most effective mergers begin not from financial desperation but from a shared vision of expanding impact and improving service quality. As one expert puts ...

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When Two Missions Become One: How Mergers Expand...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/07/23

Navigating nonprofit mergers requires strategic vision, cultural alignment, and unwavering focus on mission. Diane Beastrom, consultant and former CEO of Koinonia, takes us behind the scenes of a successful merger that dramatically expanded services for people with developmental disabilities. After leading Koinonia for decades and orchestrating several acquisitions, Diane faced a pivotal decision: despite emerging from COVID in a position of strength, the organization needed to expand behavi...

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37:17

The Strategic Power of Nonprofit Mergers & Acquisitions

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/06/17

Nonprofit mergers and partnerships aren't just survival tactics—they're strategic opportunities to multiply impact and secure long-term sustainability. This compelling conversation with Jennifer Riha, Chief Strategy Officer, and Trent Stechschulte, Chief Legal Officer at Boundless, unveils how strategic growth has transformed their organization's ability to fulfill its mission of realizing the boundless potential of all people. Today's health and human services organizations face a perfect s...

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36:25

Autism: Myths, Facts, and Future Pathways

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/05/27

The autism conversation in America is at a critical turning point. As public figures make sweeping statements about vaccines, research quality, and the capabilities of autistic individuals, our experts step in to separate fact from fiction with clarity and compassion. Dr. Karen Lindgren and Dr. Cynthia Ripsin bring over 50 years of combined clinical experience to dismantle persistent myths—most notably the thoroughly debunked vaccine-autism connection that originated from a fraudulent 12-per...

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When the System Fails People with Disabilities, Nick...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/04/14

What happens when society builds systems that leave people with disabilities isolated, unemployed, and without essential services? Nick Comstock has lived that reality—and he's speaking up about it. Nick joins us to share his journey living with cytomegalovirus (CMV), a condition that's left him wheelchair-dependent with spasticity and dystonia. With remarkable candor and humor, he opens up about spending "a lot of time in my bedroom alone with a TV, phone and computer" after high school whe...

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28:53

Beyond Barriers: The Boundless Nights Prom

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/03/28

A magical night under twinkling lights, a dance floor filled with laughter, and the joy of feeling fully included—these are the experiences every high schooler deserves. Yet for many students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, traditional proms can feel overwhelming or unwelcoming. Meet Greg Shetter, the visionary Behavioral Health Specialist behind Boundless Nights Prom, an extraordinary celebration designed specifically for students with autism and other developmental challe...

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Boundless Abilities Ep. 51: Setting Realistic Health...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/02/18

We learn from our Boundless Nurse Practitioner, Carla O'Neal, and friends from the City of Dublin Recreation Center (Mollie Steiner, Recreation Administrator and Meaghan Campbell, Adaptive Recreation Coordinator), how to set realistic health goals this year that set us all up for success. Little changes made consistently throughout the year can add up to huge health improvements! Also hear about some awesome adaptive recreation programs available in Central Ohio like adaptive yoga, adaptive s...

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27:21

The Power of a Girl's Night Out

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2025/01/21

Explore the importance and benefits of having a support system of good friends. Boundless proudly hosts Girls Night Out (GNO) programs for teenage girls that provide opportunities for authentic connection in a safe environment. A mix of neurotypical and neurodiverse girls gather to visit restaurants, cafes, Aveda spa treatments and more while strengthening their social circles. Join host Scott Light, Kelli James, Boundless peer and transitions supervisor, Brianne Kemp, a teenager in the GNO p...

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Boundless Abilities Ep. 49: Surviving the Holidays...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/11/19

As the holiday season approaches, we often hear "it's the most wonderful time of the year", but for some, the added stressors or loss of a loved one make it an extremely difficult time. Join Nathanael Bloss, Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Program Coordinator at Boundless and Darcel Theiss, volunteer GriefShare leader, with our host, Scott Light, and get practical tips on how to make it through the holidays when you are hurting. You are not alone! There are many places and r...

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Boundless Abilities Ep. 48: Boundless Dental Care...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/10/22

Where can you find a dental clinic that understands the unique needs of an individual who has intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) or behavior health challenges? The Boundless Health dental clinic is prepared to provide patients (and their families) with dental treatments tailored to them in a sensory-friendly environment where they will be given the time needed to feel comfortable. Listen as Shannon Whetsel-Horn shares how the amazing dental care her daughter has received has po...

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Boundless Abilities Ep. 47: Big Table Talk on Being...

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/10/01

This is a special episode that was recorded in front of a live audience at Land Grant Brewing as a part of the Columbus Foundation's Big Table events. Celebrity Emcee Alissa Henry, ABC6/FOX 28, guides panelists through hot topics that ensure adults with disabilities have the right to choose if they date, drink alcohol and where they work. Panelists include Angela Bellin (Boundless program leader for Economic Connections), Ana Santos (Boundless residential manager), Julius Ghee (Boundless Dire...

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Well-Being Ep. 45: Treating PTSD and Finding Hope

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/07/23

Discover the path to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) recovery! In this episode, join our host, Scott Light, as we sit down with Morgan Maffett, a licensed social worker at Boundless, and Maggie Kinkopf, who shares her powerful lived experience with PTSD. Dive into the transformative power of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy as our guests discuss its effectiveness and their journeys to healing. Prepare for insightful stories and a deeper understanding of the i...

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Advocacy in Action: Stories from the Frontline

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/06/24

Learn about the power of advocacy! In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Kukura, Manager of Advocacy and Government Affairs at Boundless, Teresa Lampl, CEO of The Ohio Council of Behavioral Health and Family Services Providers, and Marci Straughter, a passionate self-advocate. With our host, Scott Light, we dive into how grassroot efforts and legislative actions are making a significant impact on communities, especially in the realms of mental health, disability services and public policy...

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Well-Being Ep. 43: The Impact of Inclusive Sports

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/05/20

Step into the world of inclusive sports with us! In this episode, we sit down with Will Gibson, an extraordinary athlete and coach with Down syndrome, alongside Beth Gibson, the visionary executive director and founder of Buddy Up for Life and Tracie Reddy, the dedicated residential operations manager for Boundless and Buddy Ball volunteer. With our host, Scott Light, we dive into Will's sports journey, exploring its profound significance and the importance of community engagement. Prepare fo...

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Well-Being Ep. 42: How to Declutter Your Mind

The Nonprofit Leader"s Guide by Boundless ·

2024/04/22

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