CVNY JANUARY 2020: INNOVATIVE SKILLS-BASED VOLUNTEERING PROGRAMS

On January 15, CVNY hosted a session on innovative skills-based volunteering program. Moderated by Andrina Schwartz of Credit Suisse, the panelists included:

 

• Lalita Badinehal, Credit Suisse
• Marlee Margolin, IBM
• Jamie Saxe, Xylem

 

Representing a diverse set of industries, the speakers offered insights into their respective programs, how these have taken shape and evolved, as well as challenges and successes.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Skills-based volunteering has a positive impact on organizations, employees and employers
• Linking programs back to talent development and HR offers additional benefits
• Employees are asking for these opportunities and want to contribute their skills/expertise to make an impact in the community
• Adapting programs to changing needs/challenges is important
• Involving clients in skills-based volunteering is a great way to build and strengthen relationships
• Support of senior leadership is important and helps drive engagement; documenting impact – both qualitative and quantitative – is key to securing, maintaining and growing this support