642. How to Break Down Silos + Pilot Innovation in Your Nonprofit (Nelle Miller)
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Overview
Meet Nelle 🤝, the President + CEO of All Faiths Food Bank. From her start as a board member to leading the largest hunger relief organization in Sarasota and DeSoto counties, Nelle’s journey is all about stepping up with heart, vision, and a deep commitment to community.
In this episode, she shares the innovative ways her team is reimagining food access—from wellness markets to food-as-medicine initiatives 🌱. You’ll hear how breaking down silos, leaning into collaboration, and lifting up stories of lived experience can spark real change and impact far beyond a meal.
Nelle reminds us that leadership isn’t just about strategy, it’s about compassion, equity, and the belief that everyone deserves dignity at the table. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, a volunteer, or simply passionate about social good, her wisdom and heart will leave you inspired to keep building a world where community always comes first.
Learn:
Innovative approaches to tackling food insecurity, from wellness markets to embracing food as medicine
Why collaboration matters most and how breaking down silos can spark bigger, lasting impact
The power of storytelling to drive change and nurture a culture of empathy + understanding
Practical takeaways for nonprofit leaders on scaling programs, partnerships, and vision with heart
Fresh insights into addressing food insecurity as a fundamental right and building equity at the table
Today’s Guest:
Nelle Miller | President + CEO, All Faiths Food Bank.
“Every person born on this earth has the right to food. It’s a basic need, and that’s what food insecurity is.”
Episode Transcript
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Episode Highlights
Nelle's Journey from Board Member to CEO (02:15)
Innovative Strategies for Tackling Food Insecurity (05:45)
The Importance of Community Collaboration (10:30)
The Power of Storytelling in Social Change (15:20)
Practical Advice for Nonprofit Leaders (20:10)
Addressing Food Insecurity as a Fundamental Right (25:00)
Nelle's "One Good Thing": "You get what you put back in" (35:50)
Powerful Quotes
“We’re moving the needle for people and helping them thrive in ways they never thought possible.” - Nelle Miller
"It's about creating a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to make a difference." Nelle Miller
"The power of community collaboration is unmatched; together, we can achieve so much more." - Nelle Miller
“Allowing people to step into something that nurtures and lifts them, providing not just food but a pathway to empowerment and self-sufficiency.” - Nelle Miller
"Storytelling is at the heart of what we do; it connects us and drives meaningful change." - Nelle Miller
“The number that matters most is how many people we’re reaching with nutritious food.” Nelle Miller
“We are embodying the new, moving at the most basic level from survival to thriving.” - Nelle Miller
"We embrace this idea of storytelling. We share it with you here to inspire and create change." - Nelle Miller
Nelle’s One Good Thing “It’s the constant affirmation that what you give comes back—and the joy of watching others thrive because of it.”
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