Six Elements for Building Innovation Capacity This article was written for nonprofits, but it’s relevant for any organization. Innovation capacity starts with catalytic leadership that empowers staff to solve problems that matter. Organizations that share this, and five other measurable elements, tend to have a better capacity for resilience and innovation. Article: Is Your Nonprofit Built for Sustained Innovation? Office buzz Speaking of catalytic leadership, I am a proud member of the Board of Directors of the Greenfield Community College Foundation. Yesterday, college president Bob Pura sent a letter to the whole school community about the school's response to the events in Charlottesville. It is a model of how to do it right. When an institution has an articulated and shared commitment to inclusion, equity, and justice for all, that organization has a clear and obvious compass. When that institution has a leader whose first interest is to pull other seekers and learners forward, then our community has the best community college in the world.  Thank you, Bob. This week was really scary. Your letter reminded me that I, too, believe that love will prevail. And you reminded me of the power of a catalytic leader who is rooted in vision and values. A deep bow to you. Letter: A Message of Love and Respect from the President Playlist I've noticed that when the going gets tough, the tough turn to soul music. This week I found great comfort in this August 2013 recording of Charles Bradley and his Extraordinaires performing live at the Bumbershoot Music Lounge in Seattle. Yeah, Charles, "don't let the future play with your mind".