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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
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