Those who give… receive: Living a ‘giveful’ life
In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Lighthouse Counsel Senior Consultant Martha Ross speaks with Patricia Glaser Shea, founder and CEO of Being Giveful, about giving as a wellness practice and how individuals and nonprofits can foster a more giveful life.
In their discussion, Pat addresses:
- The benefits of developing a philanthropic mindset to our physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing
- How to put that mindset into action
- How nonprofit leaders can help to develop a giveful mindset within their organizations
About our guest
Patricia Glaser Shea is a visionary leader who integrates a passion for social impact and business savvy to launch innovative ideas, build community and lead organizations into the future.
Pat currently serves as a partner in Shea Advisory Services, working with for-profit and nonprofit organizations in entrepreneurism, leadership, philanthropy, gender equity and social justice.
Between 2018-2021, Pat was the co-founder, president and CEO of Givful, a technology SaaS start-up that automated workplace giving and volunteering.
Beginning in 2005, she was president & CEO for the YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee for 11 years. She grew net assets to $10 million and raised over $50 million, stabilizing the 100+-year-old organization while increasing the number of women and girls served.
In 2010, Pat founded the Women Presidents’ Organization in Nashville. WPO is an international membership organization of second-stage entrepreneurial female presidents. Under her leadership, Nashville has launched two chapters.
In 2020-2023, the Nashville Business Journal named Pat as one of Nashville’s Power 100. The NBJ has also recognized her as a Most Admired CEO and Women of Influence/Trailblazer.
TEDx Talk: Being Giveful – A Wellness Practice for Your Body and Soul
