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1. As the founding Executive Director of a corporate foundation, what skills helped you most when transitioning from nonprofit fundraising to corporate social impact? When I came over into the corporate side, one of the biggest assets I felt I brought over from the nonprofit side was relationship-building. In order to be a successful fundraiser, you have to learn how to listen deeply and build trust—and those skills directly...

For those looking to transition from nonprofit or higher education into corporate social impact roles, the journey can seem unclear. In this interview, Ashley Johnson shares real-world insights and advice drawn from their path into corporate community relations, offering guidance for anyone considering a similar move. Q: You moved from nonprofit and higher education into a corporate community relations role — what helped you make that...

In a field as dynamic as corporate social impact, few leaders bring the depth of experience and perspective that Andrea Wood , CEO of ACCP, offers. With a career spanning the nonprofit, corporate, and philanthropic sectors, Andrea has navigated cross-sector transitions, built high-performing teams, and helped shape the evolving role of CSR leaders today. In this Q&A, she shares lessons learned across her journey—from building core...

Navigating a career in corporate social impact requires more than passion—it demands adaptability, strategic thinking, and a commitment to continuous learning. In this Q&A, hear from ACCP's Andrea Bell , a seasoned CSR leader with experience across multiple industries who shares insights on building critical skills, aligning social impact with business priorities, and charting a path for long-term growth in an evolving field. Whether...