Our very own, Jeff Johnson, was on a podcast with Apple Growth Partners to speak about how to lead non-profits through crisis. COVID-19 has presented many challenges for companies of all sizes and Jeff discusses how he led Weaver through these times of uncertainty.
Jeff has a strong background in developing businesses, and he is known for his entrepreneurial mindset. Weaver has been working hard to get through COVID-19 while keeping health and safety top of mind. Jeff led the charge when it came to making sure communication was consistent, while also demonstrating a form of stability.
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