Abigail Greenheck Shares Communication Practices to Build Trust During Nonprofit CEO Transitions with Candid

St. Paul, Minn., November 17, 2025 — Beehive Strategic Communication’s group executive vice president, Abigail Greenheck, was featured by Candid, offering practical guidance to help nonprofits navigate CEO transitions with confidence and clarity. 

In the article, Greenheck shares strategies for fostering stability and engagement during change in the article. She advises nonprofit leaders to prepare new CEOs for effective communication, encourage open, two-way conversations with stakeholders and take early, visible actions that align with the organization’s values and mission.  

“Transparent and consistent communication is essential during times of transition,” said Greenheck. “When leaders listen first and communicate with authenticity, they create confidence and trust.” 

Read the full article on Candid: https://candid.org/blogs/communication-practices-build-trust-during-nonprofit-ceo-transitions/  

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Beehive Strategic Communication is an independent, strategic communication firm, a Certified B Corporation and a WBENC-certified women-owned business. Beehive helps organizations navigate high-stakes business challenges, strengthen reputation and turn strategic priorities into meaningful action. The firm provides strategic counsel and communication services across crisis management and business continuity, change management communication, organizational culture and communication, brand positioning, impact strategy, digital strategy and public relations. Founded in 1998, Minnesota-based Beehive works with organizations across the Midwest, nationally and globally to build understanding, trust and momentum with employees, partners, customers and communities.