Leadership transitions are challenging enough, and for leaders of color, there are unique hurdles and barriers that must be overcome. In this episode, we are joined by Nate Wong, a partner at The Bridgespan Group, to discuss the complexities and opportunities of leadership transitions for nonprofit leaders of color. Nate shares his own experiences as a leader of color and offers practical advice for navigating the glass cliff, addressing systemic inequities, and building supportive networks. Listen in to what nonprofit leaders should be asking from their funders to ensure successful transitions. This episode answers the following questions: What challenges do leaders of color face during leadership transitions? What should we be asking of our funders to better support nonprofit leaders of color? What strategies can leaders of color use to navigate the glass cliff? What role do boards play in setting up new leaders for success? Links mentioned in this episode: Four Ways Funders Can Support Leaders of Color The Bridgespan Group Nate Wong on LinkedIn Looking for more? Check out these amazing episodes: Ep 334: Amplifying the Voices of BIPOC Leaders with Darren Isom Episode Title on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website with show notes Ep 310: Navigating Nonprofit Leadership Transitions with Dhivya O’Connor Episode Title on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website with show notes