The concept of ecosystem thinking and strategies continues to spread among social impact professionals. As such, it’s helpful to revisit the roots of this exciting new way of thinking. While there are differences between for-profit and non-profit approaches toward ecosystem-building strategies, there are also many
Network science offers powerful insights into how organizations can work together to address intricate social and environmental issues. One particularly powerful structure is the hub-and-spoke network model. Often used in contexts ranging from transportation to communication systems, this model can also be applied in an
The role of communication and marketing cannot be overstated in the realm of networks and coalitions. As entities aimed at achieving common objectives, their strength lies in the synergy of their members. However, this synergy can only be achieved through effective communication and strategic marketing
The initial energy of launching a community network or forming a coalition is truly something to behold. Seeing disparate groups converge, aligning their objectives, and celebrating their first victories together creates an invigorating sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. However, one of the key challenges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BOULDER, Colo., May 16, 2023 — Visible Network Labs (VNL) today announced that its CEO and Founder, Dr. Danielle Varda, will be a featured speaker at Boulder Startup Week’s panel discussion titled “Behavioral Health & Innovation: What is needed for the current
In the digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our lives, and the world of cross-sector collaboration is no exception. From streamlining communication to aiding in data analysis, AI can help networks and coalitions work together more effectively. Today, we’ll explore
The Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation process is a rigorous assessment of a health department’s capacity to serve its community effectively. By achieving PHAB accreditation, health departments demonstrate their commitment to high-quality performance standards and continuous improvement. One of the key aspects of the
A systems approach to collaboration is a powerful way to improve social and environmental outcomes and strengthen communities and neighborhoods. However, most systems are messy and complex creatures that take time and resources to study and understand. Without the right insight into how the system
During our webinar last week on Ecosystem Mapping and Tracking for Community Health, we shared a number of research articles and resources for those who want to learn more about the subject. We asked our team for more of their favorite links and compiled them
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Harnessing the Power of PARTNER CPRM: Visible Network Labs and Keeping Forests Collaborate to Protect the U.S. South’s Forests through Advanced Community Partner Relationship Management Denver, CO – April 6, 2023: Visible Network Labs, a leading provider of network analysis tools and
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