Resources

Career Advancement: Aligning Passion with Prosperity [Fall 2024 HRA Members Meeting; October 2, 2024]

This interactive workshop explored how to align your passion with your goals to build a career that lights you up with purpose. No matter what stage you’re at in your career, the session covered actionable strategies for career growth that integrate your values and talents. Managers and leaders learned cutting-edge staff retention techniques that foster the professional growth of your team (even in small shops!) Whether you’re early in your career or seeking to ascend to new heights, this session offered invaluable insights and practical advice to empower you in your professional journey.

Moderator
Jacquelyn​​​​ Crutchley
Senior Adminstrative Manager, Research and Grants Administration | American Association for Cancer Research

Facilitator
Shannon Bowen
Founder and CEO | Monsoon Leadership
Shannon Bowen is a nonprofit executive leader, fundraiser, career advancement coach – and a national thought leader on staff retention and salary negotiation. Currently, she is the Chief Advancement Officer for Pacific Northwest Research Institute, Co-President-Elect for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Advancement Northwest Board of Directors, and CEO of Monsoon Leadership where she coaches passionate professionals how to land their dream job and get paid what they deserve. Determined to stop the tide of staff attrition, Shannon advocates for equitable hiring practices and innovative staff retention techniques. She is committed to creating healthy workplaces and fostering prosperous careers.