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NEA 101: Strengthening Leadership, Building Community

Every month, the Nonprofit Executive Alliance (NEA) hosts NEA 101, a welcoming and informative session designed to introduce nonprofit leaders to the depth and breadth of resources, programming, and community that the NEA provides.

Led by Rixys Alfonso, CEO of the NEA, and Sandra Vezsi Einhorn, Strategy Officer, NEA 101 is more than an orientation, it’s an open door to connection and collaboration. Together, Rixys and Sandra bring years of experience in nonprofit leadership, advocacy, and partnership development. Their combined perspectives offer participants both the big-picture vision of the NEA and the practical insights needed to thrive as part of this coalition.

What to Expect

NEA 101 gives nonprofit CEOs and Executive Directors a firsthand look at:

• The mission and purpose of the NEA as Florida’s largest coalition of nonprofit leaders.

• Membership benefits, including peer affinity groups, monthly CEO meetings, and advocacy opportunities.

• Ways to maximize engagement with NEA programming and connect with peers across sectors.

• The importance of collective leadership in strengthening the voice and impact of South Florida’s nonprofit community.

Why It Matters

The nonprofit sector is a powerful driver of change, but no leader can go it alone. NEA 101 emphasizes the value of shared learning, mutual support, and collective advocacy. By attending, leaders not only gain knowledge about the Alliance but also begin to build relationships with peers who understand the challenges and opportunities unique to nonprofit leadership.

Join Us

If you are a nonprofit CEO or Executive Director seeking to strengthen your leadership and connect with a community of peers who are shaping the future of South Florida, NEA 101 is for you.

Together, with Rixys and Sandra guiding the conversation, every session reinforces the NEA’s mission: to elevate, protect, and amplify the nonprofit sector as an essential partner in building stronger, more resilient communities.

Understanding Florida’s Appropriations Process

On Thursday, September 11th, we gathered for an insightful workshop, “Understanding Florida’s Appropriations Process,” presented in partnership with the Jewish Community Relations Council of Broward County, the Children's Services Council of Broward County, and the Nonprofit Executive Alliance (NEA).

Nonprofit leaders from across our community came together to learn how to navigate the state appropriations process and explore opportunities for state funding to support their missions.

A heartfelt thank-you to our expert panelists, State Representative Marie Woodson, Chair of the Broward County Legislative Delegation; Representative Hillary Cassel, our NEA Board Member Tiffani Dhooge, CEO of Children's Harbor, Inc.; our member Kirk Brown, CEO of Handy Inc; and Governmental Consultant Jodi Bock Davidson for helping to demystify the process and for their dedication to strengthening nonprofits across Broward and beyond.

Together, we’re building knowledge, capacity, and connections that fuel impact.