Potrero Group

Everyone deserves to step away from their desk. Breaking out of our routines and our comfort zones helps us encounter new things that can energize our lives and our work. This month, Potrero Group team members share fun, unexpected inspiration from beyond our typical sources and channels. Whether you are on the road, at the beach, or simply catching some rays on your stoop, we hope you enjoy these brief escapes from your usual scrolling.

Deadline Approaching! We are honored to support Zion Natl Park Forever Project's search for new board members. We seek strategic and visionary board members with a deep connection to Greater Zion and experience in nonprofit governance, strategic planning, and fundraising. As a board member, you will play a vital role in realizing Zion Forever Project’s mission, shaping its long-term vision and goals to improve today, inform tomorrow, and protect Zion forever. Apply by July 12, 2024 for priority consideration. https://lnkd.in/gdR2u-dP

At Potrero Group, we believe in continuous learning and the power of community and collaboration. Associate Search Consultant, Sherifa Holder, recently attended the PGM ONE, We Are One: Environmentalists of Color conference hosted by Justice Outside and Next 100 Coalition. She returned deeply inspired and brimming with inspiration and a renewed sense of purpose. Sherifa described the space as a family reunion with warm, welcoming people eager to collaborate and share resources. The conference used Deepa Iyer’s social change map to highlight each person’s instrumental role in the environmental movement. Sherifa shared that being among brilliant people of color in the environmental space allowed her to feel seen and empowered. She engaged in many exciting conversations and workshops and learned about the work of impressive organizations right in her Atlanta backyard. As she continues to plant her roots in this space, she intends to become an active participant in these organizations. Sherifa’s main takeaway is the reminder that we are all humans who care about the environment, and the more we collaborate, the stronger and more effective we are.

Daniel Student, Amy Jiang, MBA, and Cleveland Justis, MBA, PhD just returned from an inspiring few days at City Parks Alliance's Greater Greener conference in Seattle—and they say they’re feeling more motivated than ever! Being with such passionate and dedicated leaders in the city and urban parks sector was truly an honor, and it reinforced why we founded @Potrero Group in the first place. Our passion has always been to bridge partnerships between public, private, and government agencies to foster transformative change in parks and public lands. We firmly believe that systems change begins when we step out of our silos and come together to share knowledge and ideas. This conference perfectly reflected that belief, bringing together leaders from various regions and countries—shoutout to our new friends from Japan @ npo-birth.org!—each sharing invaluable insights and wisdom from their experiences. Learning from each other and seeing the diverse approaches toward common goals within our field was incredibly enriching. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, share your stories, and engage in meaningful conversations. Your enthusiasm and dedication to making our cities and parks better for everyone are truly infectious. Let’s keep the momentum going! We invite you to stay connected with us and the fantastic network of professionals we’ve met. Together, we have the potential to significantly elevate our collective impact on parks and public lands across the world. Here’s to breaking down more barriers, sharing more knowledge, and making meaningful changes together. Cheers to a brighter and greener future.

Call for new board members to join Columbia Land Trust!   We are looking for dedicated, passionate, inclusive leaders who will bring fresh perspectives, diverse skills, strategic thinking, and a collaborative spirit to support the Land Trust’s mission. The ideal board member is: - Passionate about the mission and vision of Columbia Land Trust - Representative of the full diversity of people living in the Pacific Northwest - Willing to invest time, resources, and connections to support the Land Trust  - Curious and strategic with the ability to work toward long-term goals - A champion of DEI principles  - Collaborative, open-minded, and professional - Skilled and experienced, bringing perspectives and connections that benefit the governance of the organization The time to conserve the Northwest is now. Visit the link below to learn more and apply to help Columbia Land Trust accomplish this critical work. Do you know someone who would be a great addition to the board? Contact Jena Kuznik at Potrero Group at jkuznik@potrergroup.com to make a recommendation.

Call for new board members to join Columbia Land Trust!   We are looking for dedicated, passionate, inclusive leaders who will bring fresh perspectives, diverse skills, strategic thinking, and a collaborative spirit to support the Land Trust’s mission. The ideal board member is: - Passionate about the mission and vision of Columbia Land Trust - Representative of the full diversity of people living in the Pacific Northwest - Willing to invest time, resources, and connections to support the Land Trust  - Curious and strategic with the ability to work toward long-term goals - A champion of DEI principles  - Collaborative, open-minded, and professional - Skilled and experienced, bringing perspectives and connections that benefit the governance of the organization The time to conserve the Northwest is now. Visit the link below to learn more and apply to help Columbia Land Trust accomplish this critical work. Do you know someone who would be a great addition to the board? Contact Jena Kuznik at Potrero Group at jkuznik@potrergroup.com to make a recommendation.

We’re proud to release "Leading Together: A New Model for Thriving State Parks." Our new report shares lessons from California State Parks and Parks California's unique statutory partnership—a model we believe can be successful almost anywhere. Our hope is that by sharing these lessons from California, we can help parks everywhere to thrive. Learn more about this unique statutory partnership model and how it works by reading the full report. Read more and download the report >

Amid Greater & Greener, we are pleased to report that the United States Conference of Mayors unanimously adopted a new city parks resolution during their Conference of Mayors yesterday that urges Congress to pass the Outdoors for All Act. The United States Conference of Mayors views urban parks as essential infrastructure for 21st-century cities and believes everyone living in urban areas should have equal access to parks, green spaces, and recreational opportunities. The resolution highlights the health, economic, and environmental benefits of city parks and the need for permanent federal funding for parks in underserved communities. #OutdoorsforAll #OutdoorsforAllAct

We have a great group gathered for this month's Leader's Lounge. Come join and spread the word!

Last call to register for our June LEADERS LOUNGE: Potrero Group’s virtual “office hours” where we connect peers working on social and environmental change around the country. Leaders Lounge is THIS THURSDAY at 3pm PT / 6pm ET, register below! We deeply believe in the power and necessity of networks to effect lasting change. Since the pandemic, more and more leaders in our space are craving connection and support. We started Leaders Lounge to help connect peers across geographies so we can energize each other, think big picture, and dream up ways to work together to meet challenges and opportunities in our respective fields. Most importantly, we hope to deepen relationships among like-minded leaders across organizations and sectors. We hold such deep respect and admiration for our clients, colleagues, and friends, it is really a treat when we get to introduce you to each other. We hope you can make it. Register below for details.