Conversation Alumni

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• American Swedish Institute - Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Center for Faith and Healing - Spokane, Washington
• Colonial Williamsburg Foundation - Williamsburg, Virginia
• Elmhurst College - Elmhurst, Illinois
• David & Lucile Packard Foundation - Palo Alto, California
• Focus the Nation - Portland, Oregon
• Foods Resource Bank - Western Springs, Illinois
• George Fox University - Newberg, Oregon
• Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Group Health Foundation - Seattle, Washington
• Hamilton Health Science Foundation - Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
• Ken Hubbell & Associates - Little Rock, Arkansas
• Mayo Foundation - Rochester, Minnesota
• Minneapolis Foundation - Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Oregon Independent College Foundation - Marylhurst, Oregon
• Providence Alaska Foundation - Anchorage, Alaska
• Providence Health & Services - Portland, Oregon
• Providence Little Company of Mary Foundation - Torrance, California
• Reinders Research - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Ronald McDonald House Charities - Portland, Oregon
• University of Alaska-Anchorage - Anchorage, Alaska
• Vesper Society - San Francisco, California
• Virginia Mason Foundation - Seattle, Washington

GHC Conversation alumni describe this experience in these ways:

"There comes a time in one's career that more or harder or faster working is not the answer....What the answers are to these and other questions involves deep reflection on 'why we do the work we do' and 'how might we be more reflective for ourselves and for others?' Gary Hubbell convenes a most remarkable gathering of purposeful people whose role is to 'play at the boundaries' of new practices in philanthropy, to stretch their minds in new directions, to answer once again, 'why I choose this noble work?' A rare and wonderful gift to yourself."

"Enlightening, unusual in format and context, distinctive in scope and participation."

"In these enormously challenging times, as leaders we need to give ourselves the gift of time to step away from the daily routines and take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to rejuvenate the spirit, mind and purpose. Spending a few days with colleagues who share your passion and commitment is what's needed! Your organization will be the better for the time spent."

"An immersive, wide-ranging discussion on the future of philanthropy and how the participants can positively influence that future and successfully direct their respective institutions toward and in it. The discussion is not hampered by ego or agenda, and all participants are concerned with their fellow participants' successful learning experience as well as their own."

"An open, refreshing, intriguing, opportunity to talk with colleagues on topics of substance with a belief that in doing so, reflection and change will emerge."

"Three days of intense and inspiring dialogue with outstanding non-profit leaders from the U.S. and Canada."

"An extraordinary opportunity to participate in thought-provoking, mind-opening, and stimulating conversation about philanthropy with a small group of wonderful people. You will reflect on the substance for days -- maybe months -- and you will have a "tribe" of colleagues and friends with whom you will want to continue conversation long after the Conversation is over."

"Many leadership conferences and seminars are about the tactical aspects. GHC Conversation is an experience that speaks to the very personal aspect of leadership--it's about authenticity, soulfulness, a framework for resilience and an opportunity to converse with colleagues from a variety of organizational experiences."

"A high level of discussion of important, big issues we don't take time to explore when we are on the busy treadmill that is our work life."

"Powerful. Thought provoking. Challenging. Unsettling in a good way. Committed people in search of truth and deeper understanding. A must for anyone who knows they need to challenge themselves to be a better leader."

"A place to stop and think together in the company of great minds: A place to replenish and ask questions on one's own stand (or lack of it) on significant big issues that have relevance to society."