Addiction Prevention Coalition
Addiction Prevention Coalition
Meeting the Moment: A Conversation with Rosie Stafford Smith
Meeting the Moment: A Conversation with Rosie Stafford Smith
Meeting the Moment: A Conversation with Rosie Stafford Smith
Thursday 16th October 2025
Join Nichole and Rosie Stafford Smith as they explore strategic planning, leadership challenges, and personal journeys in the non-profit sector.
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Episode Overview
- Strategic planning involves asking big questions and finding shared answers.
- Leaders often face loneliness and need support systems.
- The importance of creating meaningful connections in non-profits.
- Personal journeys can shape professional approaches.
- Navigating change requires resilience and collaboration.
"Leaders are lonely... we wanted to become that support."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this engaging episode of APC Recovery Cafe, Nichole chats with Rosie Stafford Smith, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Zadie & Co. Rosie's journey from Birmingham to St. Louis and back again is filled with personal anecdotes and professional triumphs. She shares how her experiences in strategic planning have shaped her approach to helping non-profit leaders and philanthropists reach their potential. Rosie recounts her time at United Way in St.
Louis, where she was part of an innovation team that changed the landscape of corporate giving. Her passion for creating meaningful connections shines through as she discusses the importance of asking big questions and finding shared answers in strategic planning. Rosie also opens up about the personal side of her journey, including moving back to Birmingham to be closer to family and the mysterious timing of starting her consulting firm right before the pandemic.
She talks about the challenges of being a leader and the loneliness that can come with it, emphasising the need for support and collaboration in the non-profit world. Nichole and Rosie explore the parallels between Birmingham and St. Louis, highlighting the interconnectedness of their communities. Rosie's story is not just about strategic planning; it's about resilience, connection, and finding one's path in life.
If you're curious about how organisations can navigate change or if you're seeking inspiration for your own journey, this episode is a must-listen. What can we learn from Rosie's approach to leadership and connection? Grab your favourite beverage and dive into this insightful conversation!