Amber Parker

Almost every new leader remembers a moment early in their tenure when they were asked to respond to a need, problem, or other external force, and they felt like they were in a whirlwind with no clear path forward. And most people who have led for a long time know that they are able to make a decision regarding a similar situation fairly easily, with little anxiety. Why is that? Is it because the seasoned leader has had longer to learn and has gained wisdom and knowledge? Yes, to some degree,...

“It’s a lonely job, isn’t it?” Late in my first year as an Executive Director, after navigating a particularly difficult staffing issue,...

It’s a lazy Sunday after a week spent with nature center colleagues from across the country, sharing stories, learning, and uplifting...