The Edit: The Vivid Operational Advisors Newsletter (Issue 5)

A Newsletter from Vivid Operational Advisors | Issue 5: September 17, 2026

The Edit exists for the space between the plan and what actually runs on a Monday morning. Every other Thursday: one link worth your time, a person worth knowing, a resource to leverage, and an outside perspective to take with you.

Have you assessed your systems?

After almost three decades in the nonprofit sector, we learned that less is often just what an organization needs. Curious to see how you are doing? Check out our framework.
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In the Studio

Vivid is proud to partner with men and women across the sector. Meet a strategic design partner who transforms complex information into clear, compelling communication that drives funding and engagement.
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12 days until my Loudoun Nonprofit Academy Workshop!

Join me on September 29th (9-11 am) at the Community Foundation of Loudoun and Fauquier Counties talking about What Slipped This Week: A Practical AI Session for Nonprofit Teams.
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The Nance Drew Club

In the first episode of Nance Drew Club, my friend Nance Hodges and I talked about what happens when you stop waiting for confidence, certainty, or the perfect plan and start anyway.

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That’s issue four. If any of this pulled at something you’re carrying right now, hit reply and tell me. I read every one.

Until next time,

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