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Lessons from Leaders

Hosted by Lynne Gilliland · business · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

This podcast is dedicated to sharing leadership stories from the international nonprofit and other global sectors. We highlight the amazing leaders working to make a difference and learn from their stories. Each guest is hand selected by the host, Lynne Gilliland has worked with individuals, teams and organizations throughout Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. Previously, she was a senior manager with a larger US-based NGO, as well as Country Director for their Honduras program and Team Leader for West, Central and Southern Africa.She holds a graduate degree in International Agricultural Development from the University of California at Davis and is certified in tools such as MBTI, Emotional Intelligence, Strengths Deployment, Retreats that Work and various other 360 feedback assessments. Lynne was a Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica and is fluent in Spanish.

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What is Lessons from Leaders about?

This podcast is dedicated to sharing leadership stories from the international nonprofit and other global sectors. We highlight the amazing leaders working to make a difference and learn from their stories. Each guest is hand selected by the host, Lynne Gilliland has worked with individuals, teams and organizations throughout Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.

Who hosts Lessons from Leaders?

Lessons from Leaders is hosted by Lynne Gilliland. The show has published 98 episodes to date.

What has Lessons from Leaders covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Everybody is Leading Something: Rethinking Power" (16 February 2026, 38 minutes), "Rethinking Mergers in Global Development" (16 February 2026, 33 minutes), and "Yes, to Doing Hard Things" (15 July 2025, 29 minutes).

How often does Lessons from Leaders publish?

Lessons from Leaders publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 98 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Lessons from Leaders?

Booking probability for Lessons from Leaders is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Lessons from Leaders requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Lessons from Leaders's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Lessons from Leaders?

The strongest fits for Lessons from Leaders are Associations, Unions & Political Groups. Lessons from Leaders has a business audience.

About the host

Lynne Gilliland hosts Lessons from Leaders, a business podcast with 98 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #112

    Everybody is Leading Something: Rethinking Power

    Feb 16, 202638 min

    Leadership in today’s development sector requires both agility and a deeply human touch. In this episode of Lessons From Leaders, Traci Baird, CEO of EngenderHealth, shares practical wisdom for those navigating the...

  • Episode #111

    Rethinking Mergers in Global Development

    Feb 16, 202633 min

    We’re diving into a topic that’s hitting close to home across the global development sector: mergers, consolidations, and what happens when organizations decide they’re stronger together. I sat down with my colleagues...

  • Episode #110

    Yes, to Doing Hard Things

    Jul 15, 202529 min

    Say “yes” to the tough stuff! That was the big lesson I learned as I sat down with Aleksander Dardeli, COO of Save the Children, in this edition of Lessons From Leaders. Aleks’ story is proof that the most meaningful...

  • Episode #109

    Building Cultures of Belonging: Insights on Leadership and Identity

    Oct 2, 202429 min

    I am thrilled to share my latest conversation. Why? Because Venus Devnani, Executive Vice President of American Jewish World Service, is not just fabulous; she brings an interesting perspective to the NGO table. This...

  • Episode #108

    Transformative Leadership: The Ultimate Guide for High-Impact Strategies

    Oct 2, 202432 min

    In this episode of Lessons from Leaders, Sharif Aly, President of the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP), shared his unique and game-changing insights on leadership in our conversation. This journey is...

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  • Episode #107

    Embracing the Leadership Power of Relationality, Sovereignty & Reflection

    Jul 5, 202429 min

    Have you redefined your view of leadership recently? I share this inspiring conversation with Judith Le Blanc, the trailblazing Executive Director of the Native Organizers Alliance. Deeply rooted in her Indigenous...

  • Episode #106

    Listen, Learn, and Land: Next-Level Leadership

    Jun 20, 202438 min

    My esteemed guest is Robert Bank, CEO of American Jewish World Service. Robert's remarkable journey, from his formative years in apartheid-era South Africa to his current role as a fervent advocate for vulnerable...

  • Episode #105

    Catalyzing Impact: NGO Leadership Strategies, Board Engagement, and Mission Allignment

    Apr 19, 202428 min

    Have you fallen head over heels with your mission statement? Get ready to dive into a whirlwind of inspiration from my guest, Michael Thatcher, CEO of Charity Navigator, when he shares that, for him, falling in love...

  • Episode #104

    Breaking Boundaries: The CREED Chronicles in Development Equity

    Mar 15, 202423 min

    This podcast is a game-changer. Celebrating CREED's 2nd anniversary, I'm joined by Paul Weisenfeld, Executive Vice President at RTI and a key figure in the Coalition for Racial and Ethnic Equity in Development’s (CREED)...

  • Episode #103

    Nonprofit Boardroom and Beyond | Building Trust and Collaboration

    Feb 13, 202432 min

    Tune in now and revitalize your approach to social impact! From the very start, my conversation with Julia Roig, Founder and Chief Network Weaver at The Horizons Project, is a thought-provoking dialogue that promises to...

  • Episode #97

    Leading Change with Active Resistance

    Nov 3, 202330 min

    In this captivating episode, we explore the compelling dynamics of leadership and the empowering concept of active resistance. My distinguished guest, Dr. Dorothy Nyambi, the President and CEO of the Mennonite Economic...

  • Episode #98

    Unveiling A Leadership Journey of Impact and Values

    Nov 3, 202331 min

    Meet Art delaCruz, a CEO who's not just about numbers and metrics but believes in connecting with people, fostering trust, and making failure more terrifying than missing a goal. My chat with the Team Rubicon leader was...

  • Episode #96

    Unlocking Your Team’s Potential

    Oct 2, 202323 min

    Join me for a captivating interview with Will Warshauer, President & CEO of TechnoServe. Will’s leadership journey began as a Peace Corps volunteer in Sierra Leone. A chance encounter with a young boy named Bolo...

  • Episode #95

    Transformational Insights: Evolution from Local to Global

    Aug 29, 202328 min

    I'm really excited to share some actionable advice from my recent podcast chat with Sara Nathan, the President & CEO of Amigos de las Américas. We go into the incredible transformation Amigos went through – shifting...

  • Episode #94

    Leadership is Nurturing Growth in Others

    Aug 29, 202324 min

    Are you curious about the transformative power of leadership development? Join me in this latest episode, where we dive deep into the incredible journey of Marjorie Newman-Williams, President of Search for Common...

  • Episode #89

    Lessons from Leaders: Featured Guest Gary White, CEO & Co-founder, Water.org & WaterEquity

    Apr 3, 202327 min

    I had the opportunity to sit down with Gary White, an inspiring problem-solver and innovator. With three degrees in civil and environmental engineering, Gary tells of his passion for social justice began in his 20s when...

  • Episode #88

    Lessons from Leaders: Featured Guest Morgan Lance, CEO at OneSky

    Feb 27, 202324 min

    This week’s Lessons From Leaders guest is Morgan Lance, CEO of OneSky. Her story and insights as the first CEO to transition into the position after the founder and leader of 24+ years are noteworthy simple truths. As...

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    Lessons from Leaders: Featured Guest Tessie San Martin, CEO at FHI 360

    Dec 12, 202227 min

    This week, the Lessons from Leaders guest is Tessie San Martin the CEO of FHI 360. We are honored to have her as our leader in this episode. While there are many gold nuggets in this episode, for me there are two that...

  • Lessons from Leaders

    Lessons from Leaders: Featured Guest Uma Viswanathan, Executive Director at New Pluralists Collaborative

    Oct 17, 202234 min

    This week, we have Uma Viswanathan, the Executive Director at New Pluralists Collaborative as our guest on Lessons from Leaders. What do you know about trauma and leadership? How do you think trauma helps with...

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    Lessons from Leaders: Featured Guest Tjada D’Oyen McKenna, President and CEO of Mercy Corps

    Sep 26, 202236 min

    This week, the Lessons from Leaders guest is Tjada D’Oyen McKenna, the President and CEO of Mercy Corps. We are honored to have her as our guest so shortly after her recent trip to Somalia. One of my favorite moments...

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