What Type Of Person Thrives In The Nonprofit Environmental Industry, According To An Executive Director At Central Coast State Parks
Sierra, an Executive Director at Central Coast State Parks Association, identifies passion, creative ideas, and a "get it done" attitude as key traits for success in the nonprofit environmental sector. The ability to collaborate and partner effectively, unburdened by corporate structures, is also highlighted as crucial, allowing individuals to focus on impactful tasks.
Passionate, Creative, Results-Oriented, Collaborative, Open-Minded
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Sierra Emrick
Executive Director
Central Coast State Parks Association
UCSB
No
Environmental & Related Sciences
Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Passionate individuals are drawn to this industry.
2. Creative thinkers and problem-solvers are highly valued.
3. The ability to collaborate and form partnerships is essential for success in this field.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
The first thing that comes to mind is people who are passionate. People who have creative ideas, people who want to get things done.
I think that's one of the perks of the nonprofit world. It allows you the freedom to not have to move through bureaucracy or a corporate ladder, and you can really just focus on a specific task.
I would also say people in the nonprofit environmental space are open-minded and very interested in collaboration and partnership.