Episode 53 - Creating Generational Impact: Building Nonprofits for Lasting Change with Jessica Bartnick

In this episode of Create Your Own Economy  podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade invites guest speaker Jessica Bartnick to discuss her experience in creating a nonprofit organization. Jessica shares her journey from corporate America to starting the Foundation for Choice in 2014, which focuses on supporting underprivileged communities. She emphasizes the importance of identifying one's purpose and making a positive impact in the world.

The discussion highlights the misconception that nonprofits cannot pay themselves or their staff, with Jessica dispelling this myth by sharing her own experience. She also provides insights into filing for tax exemption as a nonprofit and the importance of proper documentation.

Jessica talks about her organization's efforts to provide educational opportunities to youth, including mentorship programs and partnerships with corporations. She shares her personal story of overcoming adversity and the impact of receiving scholarships through a mentorship program in high school.

Throughout the episode, Jessica encourages listeners to think about how they can contribute to making the world a better place by starting a nonprofit or supporting existing ones. She offers her coaching services and expertise to assist those interested in starting their own nonprofits.

This episode  provides valuable insights and inspiration for listeners to create their own economy by making a difference in the world through purpose-driven initiatives.

 

About the guest : 

Meet Jessica Bartnick, a former corporate professional turned medical pharmaceutical expert. With a decade of experience in the corporate world, Jessica spent four of those years working alongside a fortunate colleague. Seeking new challenges, she transitioned into the realm of medical pharmaceutical companies. At an annual sales meeting, Jessica witnessed a discussion about a procedure, with a cautious refrain from sharing details to avoid any legal repercussions. The astonishing revelation was that obesity rates were predicted to surge, leading to a substantial increase in the demand for a particular medical device. The announcement was met with enthusiastic applause in a room filled with colleagues.

 

How to connect Jessica : 

Email : jessica.bartnick@foundationforCHOICE.org

http://www.foundationforchoice.org

Text FFCHOICE to 22828 To Join Our Email List! 

 

About Bunmi Ajibade:

Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 

 

How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 

Website: https://clarolegr.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/ 

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14

Book a call with Bunmi - http://clarolegr.com/meet