Using Your Sphere of Influence

Regardless of what work or volunteering we do, or what our roles may be, we all have our own sphere of influence that is unique to us. How we leverage this sphere can be important in how we grow as individuals, and how we support our own personal missions and interests.  Join us as we dive into what our spheres may look like, discuss opportunities to successfully leverage our spheres, and how to improve ourselves. While the content is most relevant to leaders of volunteers (LoVs) it is relevant to anyone!

Bio: Tim Suda, CVA is and experienced leader of volunteers whose niche is empowering leadership volunteers who support their own teams of volunteers. He has a passion for volunteerism and brining volunteer engagement professionals together. Tim is the Vice President for the Georgia Association for Volunteer Administration (GAVA) where he supports efforts for professional development, networking, industry updates and information. He additionally works for the American Red Cross and focuses on the engagement, empowerment, and support of more than 4500 volunteers across Georgia. Tim is also on the board of directors for the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration, which is the international certifying agency for Certified Volunteer Administrators (CVAs).

Tim was a 2021 Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE) Impact Award recipient for the Emerging Leader Award. Prior to working in the Volunteer Engagement field, Tim had a 12-year career in Information Technology (IT). He regularly uses his technology skills in supporting both volunteers and leaders of volunteers to streamline processes, empower volunteers, and make life easier for everyone around. When he is not working or volunteering, Tim can be found in his amateur wood shop.