
2024 PARTNERS OF THE YEAR
The Interchange at Business High Point Chamber of Commerce and Guilford Nonprofit Consortium!
Mary Herbenick, Executive Director, Guilford Nonprofit Consortium
“The partnership with Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina is essential to the nonprofit capacity-building work we do at the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium. The team is has served as our thought partner in developing programs that meet the needs of today’s nonprofit workforce, and have some of the best training teams in the Triad. We also have a lot of fun together along the way, which makes collaborating with the team a pleasure. Five stars all around!”
Julie Hill, Chief of Staff, Business High Point
“Our partnership with Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina is rooted in a shared commitment to building a stronger, more connected communities. By working together, we’re not only expanding access to professional education, tech training and local resources—we’re also eliminating duplication and maximizing impact. This kind of intentional collaboration is exactly what we look for in a partner.”
Richard Vance, Senior Manager, Learning and Development, Triad Goodwill
“The collaboration between Mary Herbenick, Director of the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium, and Julie Hill, Chief of Staff for the Business High Point Chamber of Commerce, has been a cornerstone in advancing professional development and leadership within our community. This partnership has forged invaluable connections, empowering incumbent workers and fostering leadership across both nonprofit and corporate sectors. Through their combined efforts, we have witnessed a transformative impact on community engagement and professional growth, creating a thriving network of skilled and dedicated leaders.”