Episode 3 - Getting Unstuck: Leadership, Clarity & Culture Work in Times of Change with Varsey Laurelle
In this dynamic episode of the ALC ChangeMakers Podcast, host Jennifer Sconyers sits down with cultural architect and leadership strategist, Varsey Laurelle, for a grounded and energizing conversation on navigating change, building team effectiveness, and staying true to your purpose in a rapidly shifting world.
Jennifer and Varsey share stories from their connection through Haven Collective in Columbus, Ohio, and dive deep into what it takes to do culture change work during a time of deep political and economic uncertainty, especially for those working in or adjacent to DEI, nonprofit leadership, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.
Whether you're a nonprofit leader facing funding cuts or a founder reimagining your next move, this episode offers refreshing honesty, practical insights, and affirming reminders about the power of community, vulnerability, and curiosity.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How Varsey supports teams and leaders in getting “unstuck” through cultural strategy and clarity
- What it means to pivot with integrity in a time of funding shifts, anti-DEI backlash, and burnout
- The importance of community, collaboration, and transparency for sustaining leadership
- How organizations can reframe change as an opportunity for learning and innovation
- Tactical ways to engage your internal team and external community with openness and care Ideas for exploring new funding streams—including from values-aligned investors and partners
Varsey’s creative pivots:
Launching her own podcast, hosting virtual workshops, and expanding nationally
About Varsey Laurelle:
Varsey Laurelle founded Varsey Laurelle Cultural Architecture, a firm that helps leaders and organizations foster clarity, trust, and effectiveness within their teams. From strategic advising and leadership coaching to community workshops and team alignment, Varsey’s work centers joy, sustainability, and equity—even when external conditions are uncertain. She recently launched her podcast, Recorded Vulnerabilities, where she brings raw honesty and real-world leadership lessons to life.
Learn more: www.varseylaurelle.com
🎧 Listen to her podcast: Recorded Vulnerabilities
đź“Ť Follow Varsey on LinkedIn for updates and upcoming clarity sessions
đź“Ť Social Media Links: Cultural Architect | Instagram | Linktree
About Abundance Leadership Consulting
The ALC ChangeMakers Podcast is brought to you by Abundance Leadership Consulting (ALC), a certified MBE/WBE consulting firm helping nonprofits, foundations, associations, and mission-driven organizations navigate change with confidence.
At ALC, we specialize in strategic planning, leadership development, organizational change management, board governance, facilitation, and nonprofit mergers, acquisitions, and mission continuity planning. Through our proprietary F.A.B.R.I.C.™ Framework - Fairness, Accountability, Belonging, Relationships, Inclusion, and Collaboration - we help organizations strengthen culture, build sustainable systems, and achieve long-term impact.
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