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The Beacon

Podcast door Lighthouse Counsel

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Lighthouse Counsel partners with respected nonprofits to develop and implement strategies that increase mission awareness, organizational effectiveness and philanthropic support.

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What Great Boards Get Right

Strong boards do more than govern. They help shape culture, elevate leadership, and position organizations for lasting impact. In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Rodney Bullard joins host John O’Kane to discuss the qualities of effective boards, common warning signs of underperformance and how organizations can identify future board leaders. Rodney Bullard is CEO of The Same House, a public benefit corporation focused on advancing economic mobility and bridging social division. He previously served as an officer at Chick-fil-A, where he established and led the company’s global corporate social responsibility platform, including community affairs, engagement, sustainability and the Chick-fil-A Foundation. A former JAG officer, White House Fellow, board director, and bestselling author of Heroes Wanted, Rodney brings a distinctive perspective on leadership and service.

30 apr 2026 - 16 min
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Leading Up to Move Vision into Action

In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Dr. Lilya Wagner, senior advisor with Lighthouse Counsel and author of the book “Leading Up,” explores how meaningful leadership often happens without formal authority. Drawing on more than three decades as an educator, coach and practitioner, Lilya challenges the assumption that influence flows only from the top. She offers practical insight into how mission-driven professionals can move ideas forward, build momentum and lead with credibility from any role. Hosted by Lighthouse Counsel Senior Advisor Karen Baldwin, the conversation weaves together Lilya’s personal story from her early life as a refugee after World War II to her work shaping leaders across the nonprofit sector. With clarity and depth, she reminds listeners that some of the most powerful leadership is quiet, principled and transformational.

25 feb 2026 - 22 min
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The Signals Shaping Independent Schools

In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Jeff Jowdy is joined by Dr. Brett Jacobson, president of the Southern Association of Independent Schools, to explore the signals shaping the future of independent education. Drawing on national trends and SAIS research, Jacobson examines shifts in the education workforce, changing expectations around loyalty and work-life balance, and the evolving public perception of schools. While he names real challenges, including faculty shortages, fewer students and more educational choices, he also highlights encouraging indicators within independent schools, strong engagement, commitment to mission, and optimism about staying in the profession. The conversation turns to how heads of school and boards can respond with foresight rather than reaction. Jacobson emphasizes adaptive innovation, shared governance, and the importance of monitoring emerging trends before they become disruptions. He challenges leaders to balance daily demands with long-term strategy, remain honest about the weight of tradition, and build systems that allow schools to adapt while staying rooted in their mission. The episode offers clear, practical insight for leaders navigating complexity and preparing their schools to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.

12 feb 2026 - 17 min
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