Inspiring Ideas. Practical Tools. Lasting Results.

Because changing the world shouldn’t feel impossible.

Suzanne Smith is the founder and CEO of Social Impact Architects, an adjunct professor, and the author of Social TrendSpotter on Substack - named one of the nonprofit sector’s top blogs by The Huffington Post.

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“SUZANNE IS ENERGETIC, GENEROUS AND ALWAYS DELIVERS AMAZING INSIGHTS AND RESOURCES”

– Brent Seelmeyer, Boys and Girls Clubs of America

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Suzanne Smith is a professional do-gooder and social architect, working with amazing people in the non-profit sector, as well as government policy makers, philanthropists, and forward-thinking companies to create a collective movement of changemakers. In her own words,

“This is our moment to stop reacting to change and start driving it with clarity, capacity and courage to create sustainable, lasting impact.

Let’s unlock something powerful by rethinking the road ahead - together.”

What people are saying

Suzanne’s keynote just didn’t inspire, it transformed the way we lead and create impact.

- Stephen Birch, Charter For Charity
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Suzanne is one of the most gifted and impactful speakers we have had at the Noprofit Summit.

- Millicent Boykin, Onestar
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Among countless nonprofit trainings, Suzanne stand out with practical sessions.

- Wende Burton, Nonprofit and Philanthrophy Consultant
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AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE! I'D TAKE THIS TRAINING AGAIN IN A HEARTBEST!

- Joanna St. Angelo, Sammons Center For The Arts
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“Suzanne was excellent! Wonderful speaker, knowledgeable and a delight to interact with – probably the best adult learning class I have ever attended. Exceptional teacher.”

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“Best keynote of the conference! I learned so much. Very professional. Very knowledgeable.”

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“This is my third session with Suzanne—she is very knowledgeable, and I enjoy her fresh perspective.”

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“There are a lot of nonprofit training sessions available, but I always attend Suzanne’s sessions. She is always entertaining and provides a lot of practical examples.”

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I always enjoy Suzanne. She’s energetic, funny, and gives amazing information and suggestions. She is also generous with her materials and time. She always does a great job!”

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“This was like a mini-MBA course for nonprofit leaders.”

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“Suzanne was brilliant and inspiring.”

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“I was very enlightened by Suzanne’s perspectives. It clarified some concepts, confirmed that we are doing many things right, and gave me insights on additional resources. Such a good use of time!”

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“Suzanne was vivacious and knowledgeable. She presented sound teaching and examples.”

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“It was an amazing experience, I really couldn't ask for more. Other than, conducting this training again.”

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“This was a great workshop. Suzanne was able to easily reach her audience. Attendees that were not knowledgeable about business plans were able to follow her training and get a better understanding.

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Inspiring Ideas. Practical Tools. Lasting Results.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“SUZANNE IS ENERGETIC, GENEROUS AND ALWAYS DELIVERS AMAZING INSIGHTS AND RESOURCES”

keynotes

Nonprofit 2.0

Megatrends

gamechangers

Changemakers

watch Suzanne’s reel

Suzanne’s keynote just didn’t inspire, it transformed the way we lead and create impact.

Suzanne is one of the most gifted and impactful speakers we have had at the Noprofit Summit.

Among countless nonprofit trainings, Suzanne stand out with practical sessions.

AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE! I'D TAKE THIS TRAINING AGAIN IN A HEARTBEST!

“Suzanne was excellent! Wonderful speaker, knowledgeable and a delight to interact with – probably the best adult learning class I have ever attended. Exceptional teacher.”

“Best keynote of the conference! I learned so much. Very professional. Very knowledgeable.”

“This is my third session with Suzanne—she is very knowledgeable, and I enjoy her fresh perspective.”

“There are a lot of nonprofit training sessions available, but I always attend Suzanne’s sessions. She is always entertaining and provides a lot of practical examples.”

I always enjoy Suzanne. She’s energetic, funny, and gives amazing information and suggestions. She is also generous with her materials and time. She always does a great job!”

“This was like a mini-MBA course for nonprofit leaders.”

“Suzanne was brilliant and inspiring.”

“I was very enlightened by Suzanne’s perspectives. It clarified some concepts, confirmed that we are doing many things right, and gave me insights on additional resources. Such a good use of time!”

“Suzanne was vivacious and knowledgeable. She presented sound teaching and examples.”

“It was an amazing experience, I really couldn't ask for more. Other than, conducting this training again.”

“This was a great workshop. Suzanne was able to easily reach her audience. Attendees that were not knowledgeable about business plans were able to follow her training and get a better understanding.

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