SVPAZ || An Exploration of our Roots

SVPAZ || An Exploration of our Roots

Did you know SVPAZ was the very first affiliate to form from the SVP Seattle vision? Trying to affiliate was met with some resistance, believe it or not, but Jerry Hirsch had a vision and inspiration and knew the SVP model would work in the Valley. He persisted. Last...
SVP Values | What’s Our Culture?

SVP Values | What’s Our Culture?

Recently, we were honored to host SVP CEO Tim Schottman and Emily Reitman, SVP program manager, for a discussion on SVP’s values and what values we want to embody at SVPAZ. Last year at the Global Conference, I had the chance to hear from Tim and his vision for the...
SVP 2016 Global Conference | Staff Day Insights

SVP 2016 Global Conference | Staff Day Insights

I am always inspired when colleagues from the SVP Network get together to learn, grow and support each other.  This year’s Global Network Conference staff day was no exception.  In fact, I give it a big thumbs up – and, candidly, I wasn’t expecting...
SVP 2016 Global Conference | Staff Day Insights

SVP Conference | Is It For You?

You might be a SVPAZ founder or newbie, regardless of your tenure with us, there are a few commonalities among you – you love to learn, you’re passionate about social change, and you’re looking to make a difference in our community.  So why not join...