Stan serves as Partner and Professional Practice Leader - Consulting. Stan’s professional experience includes over 35 years in ministry operations, public accounting, government accounting, and international missions. He has a unique ability to balance strategic thinking with a deep knowledge of and hands-on experience in the day-to-day operations of many types of organizations. Stan provides strategic leadership of the firm’s professional advisory and consulting services, including research on emerging issues in the faith-based nonprofit sector and the development and implementation of products and services in response to those needs.
January 28, 2026 - What would happen if a member of your organization’s leadership team or other key employee left? Learn how a well-crafted succession plan can ensure smooth transitions during both anticipated and unforeseen nonprofit leadership changes.
January 20, 2026 - A strong, mission-centered board can help your organization thrive and stay focused on its calling. These practical resources can help you build a mission-focused board for your ministry or faith-based nonprofit. Learn how to recruit and evaluate board members and build relationships.
December 15, 2025 - Building a strong, effective board is one of the most important responsibilities of any ministry or nonprofit organization. A well-composed board not only supports your mission but also provides valuable perspectives needed for diligent deliberation and wise decision-making. The comprehensive approach outlined in this article will help your organization identify, engage, and select individuals well-suited for this vital leadership role.
November 10, 2025 – Job title inconsistencies can have an adverse impact on operational success. Learn about the benefits of standardizing your nonprofit's job title framework.
October 20, 2025 – Nonprofit leaders face critical decisions when balancing staffing needs with software solutions. By evaluating whether tasks require a team member or a software tool, organizations can steward resources more effectively, reduce costs, and empower staff to focus on mission-driven work.
October 24, 2024 - When individuals perform work for an organization, there are several specific, defined ways for them to be classified in the organization’s payroll and accounting systems, depending on the nature of their work. It is important to classify workers correctly because errors have tax implications for both the employee and the employer.
April 24, 2024 - Effective accounting software solutions and automation can provide nonprofit organizations with significant benefits. These steps will help you evaluate the effectiveness of your current accounting software and calculate the cost of making a change.
December 14, 2022 - Using data doesn’t have to be complicated, and the benefits can be significant. With the right systems and processes, data can help your organization operate more efficiently, effectively, and strategically.
October 26, 2022 - As market and economic conditions continue to change, many organizations may feel like they’re repeatedly facing new compensation decisions. This article looks at the continued impact of inflation, provides examples of what a few of our clients are doing as a result, and discusses next steps to consider.
July 13, 2022 - While nonprofit organizations frequently use the titles of chief financial officer, controller, and director of finance synonymously, they are very distinct roles with different duties and skill sets. Here's a look at key responsibilities for each.