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This week on The Art of Good, I had the absolute privilege of speaking with John Shertzer, the Executive Director of the Medal of Honor Foundation. Let me tell you, this conversation is one for the books. John is a passionate nonprofit leader, a community builder, and someone deeply committed to shaping lives of honor and service.

Together, we explored the transformative power of storytelling, the humbling experiences of working alongside Medal of Honor recipients, and how nonprofits can stay true to their mission while evolving to meet the needs of future generations.

Support the Causes that matter most to John Shertzer:

The Gary Sinise Foundation: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/80-0587086 

Tunnel to Towers: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/02-0554654 

Bob Woodruff Family Foundation: https://www.starfishapp.com/non-profit/26-1441650 

00:27 Guest Introduction: John Shertzer

01:06 John's Early Life and Influences

03:36 Leadership and Compassionate Skills

05:24 Journey to Nonprofit Career

09:13 Medal of Honor Foundation: Mission and Impact

13:40 Stories of Valor and Humility

17:02 Challenges and Vision for the Future

24:25 Encouragement for Nonprofit Leaders

27:21 Importance of Technology in Nonprofits

29:24 Recognizing Other Great Organizations

31:47 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Follow John Cervenka on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/johncervenka

Send John an Email: [email protected] 

Follow John Shertzer on Starfish: https://www.starfishapp.com/profile/mohf

Check out John on: https://www.cmohs.org/foundation/overview

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