Building People-First Strategies (Feat. Kevin Wilkins)

Kevin Wilkins, the visionary founder and CEO of Trepwise, has carved a remarkable career by focusing on community-centric, purpose-driven leadership. With over 35 years in strategy and management across various sectors, Wilkins has shifted from the corporate landscape to a mission-driven path, ultimately founding Trepwise in 2013. His company is committed to enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofits and purpose-led organizations. 

Wilkins' career began in the corporate world, where he held prominent roles, including at Procter & Gamble and within the financial services sector. However, as he ascended the corporate ladder, he realized he was on a path that, while lucrative, felt unintentional. His eventual move to New Orleans marked a turning point as he sought to apply his skills to benefit communities and nonprofits. Inspired by his wife’s career in fundraising and motivated by a strong desire to give back, Wilkins embraced the nonprofit sector, seeking to harness his for-profit background to bring business discipline into the purpose-driven space.

Founded in 2013, Trepwise helps nonprofits and other community-centered organizations maximize their potential by focusing on people, processes, and vision. Wilkins emphasizes the importance of clear values, mission alignment, and effective goal-setting as keys to a thriving organization. Trepwise is dedicated to helping its clients develop these frameworks, ensuring they are equipped to make impactful contributions to their communities. 

You’ll learn about Kevin’s passion for doing meaningful work, the challenges of doing purpose-driven work, and how helping people heal from trauma is part of the mission.

LEARN MORE:

> > Trepwise Strategic Consulting (https://trepwise.com)

> > Follow Kevin on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/knwilkins)

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> > Listen to the bonus episode to learn what memorable advice Kevin had never forgotten (https://thens.ls/3Yybyha)

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