Former CEO who led an international nonprofit through simultaneous COVID, civil war, and strategic organizational transformation while maintaining stakeholder relationships and team performance. Led securing over $18M from a major institutional funder through strategic multi-year grants while maintaining exceptional team retention during unprecedented disruption.

My approach: People-first leadership rooted in “hold your mission tightly and your plans lightly.” This philosophy enabled successful navigation of both external crises and planned organizational restructuring while preserving stakeholder confidence and team cohesion.

Now helping government and mission-driven organizations build resilient teams that don’t just survive change – they use it to become stronger. Specializing in organizational development during periods of growth, transition, and uncertainty.

LinkedIn: Alicyn Yarbrough