Tom Iselin

Background

About Tom Iselin

In 1991, after a near-death experience, I left the fast-paced lifestyle of a stock options trader to become a social entrepreneur and embarked on a selfless mission of helping others. I went on to start or help build 9 notable nonprofits that address some of America's most complex societal issues: Hunger (the Hunger Coalition); substance abuse (Natural High); the environment (Environmental News Network); people with disabilities (Sun Valley Adaptive Sports); abused and traumatized children (Kids First Foundation, and Storybook Farm); bringing tennis and education to inner cities and underserved populations (SCTA Foundation); and one of the nation’s largest and most respected nonprofits that rehabilitates wounded warriors (Higher Ground). Unlike many strategists, facilitators, and speakers who speak from "theory," I have gritty, in-the-trenches experience and know firsthand the hardships facing nonprofits. My diverse nonprofit and philanthropic experience combined with my background in business, marketing, and leadership give me a unique perspective into the soul of helping others start, build, scale, and manage thriving organizations - of all types. Today, I dart around the country facilitating board retreats and strategic planning sessions, and speaking at conferences. With a gritty, fun,"been-in-your-shoes," edutainment style of speaking, my mission is to inspire leaders to build "gold standard" organizations by doing what's right, not what's convenient or easy. I also provide executive coaching services. I've written 6 books, sit on 3 boards, and am considered a leading authority on high-performance nonprofits. My impact on the industry has been featured on CNN, Nightline, and in Newsweek, Associate Press, and trade journals. Do you want propel your mission, ignite your board, or raise a ton of money. we should talk! Learn more: Write: tomiselin@gmail.com Call: