In this episode of The Above Board Podcast, Dawn Hooper, CPA shares her incredible journey from a successful career in the private sector to finding purpose and impact in the nonprofit world. Dawn opens up about what motivated her to make the shift, the challenges and rewards of leading in the nonprofit space, and how impact investing became a driving force in her work and personal life. If you've ever thought about aligning your career with your passion or wondered what it takes to lead with purpose, this conversation is for you.   Dawn is the President and CEO of Dawn Advisory Services, LLC, where she helps nonprofits drive transformational change and empowers teams to reach their full potential.     Helpful resources from today's episode:   Connect with Dawn GuideStar  Charity Navigator A Guide to Impact Investing     Episode Timestamp:    01:03 Dawn's Career Journey 03:01 Transition to Nonprofit Sector 07:08 Challenges in Nonprofit Financial Management 09:45 Leadership Insights and Evolution 14:16 Generational Differences and Leadership 17:59 Diversity in Leadership 19:45 Impact Investing and Personal Growth 23:36 Dawn Advisory Services and Interim CFO Role 28:56 Advice for Aspiring Nonprofit Professionals 35:25 Final Thoughts and Contact Information