Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative
TANGO has developed a set of programs designed to help nonprofit organizations bring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to the forefront of their culture.
DEI affects every area of business and our three programs; Nonprofit Fiduciary Governance & DEI, DEI Cultural & Organizational Consulting, and the TANGO Academy will shift the mindsets, practices and behaviors in your organization that will drive productivity, engagement and positive results that are essential to the culture and success of your organization.
For more information about each program click here and to learn how TANGO Members can receive exclusive discounted pricing, please contact Rollin Schuster at or 877-708-2646.
DEI Programs
Nonprofit Fiduciary Governance & DEI
In this engagement, nonprofit organizations will learn to develop board diversity protocols and standards to use moving forward in their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
DEI Cultural & Organizational Consulting
Creating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is beneficial to any organization’s success. Providing a supportive environment will improve employee morale, working relationships, and retention rates. This engagement will help guide organizations on building a culture of DEI or enhancing an ongoing initiative.
Nonprofit Academy
Nonprofit organizations have always needed able governing board members, but many potential candidates are unsure about board service due to their lack of knowledge of how nonprofits work. The TANGO Nonprofit Academy is designed to prepare candidates for board service, with an emphasis on candidates from diverse backgrounds
ABOUT THE PRESENTERS
Fred Jenoure
Director of TANGO’s Board Diversity Initiative
The Alliance for Nonprofit Growth and Opportunity (TANGO)
Contact Fred – (508) 736-4488 or via email
Frederick Jenoure, is director of TANGO’s Board Diversity Initiative and Consulting Practice. Fred has more than 30 years of experience in leadership positions with several prestigious institutions and community organizations, focusing on management and organizational structures, diversity and inclusion, supervisory training, property management, conflict resolution, and union negotiations. He was named Volunteer of the Year by the Urban League of Greater Hartford, and the Adult of the Year Award from the YMCA of Central Mass. He served as Chairman of the board of the YMCA of Central Massachusetts, Vice President of the Connecticut Council for the Advancement of Diversity, Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Urban League of Greater Hartford, and in similar senior positions on several nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Anne Ruwet
Senior Consultant
The Alliance for Nonprofit Growth and Opportunity (TANGO)
Contact Anne – 860-307-9531
Anne’s unique set of skills and experience offer keen insights for those considering joining a nonprofit board. As the Chief Executive Officer (1994-2021) of a leading agency providing services for people with intellectual disabilities, over the years, she collaborated with scores of business and community leaders who served on the Board of Directors. While she is well-versed in the fiduciary and legal implications of Board service, Anne realizes that a passion for helping others is what truly inspires people to devote their time and talent to accomplish great things.
Serving as a State Representative on the CT Legislature for six years, as well as ongoing public service in her local community as an elected City Councilwoman, has afforded Anne with a well-rounded perspective on the interface between government and the private sector. She fully understands the importance of working in partnership for the greater good. Anne has served in various capacities on multiple boards and committees, and as a member of the Executive Board of the CT Nonprofit Alliance, she helped define and represent the challenges faced by nonprofits statewide. Approachable, insightful, and kind, Anne is a well-respected leader with incredible heart, compassion, and wisdom.
The TANGO Nonprofit Method
Author Jack Horak used his 36 years of combined legal experience in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors to author The TANGO Nonprofit Method. The book accompanied by interactive presentations is a nonprofit instructional guide that will enhance your organization’s mission and structure. It will guide nonprofits through best practices for your boards of directors, management teams, employees, clients and overall company mission!
“The TANGO Nonprofit Method is a necessary resource for all existing or newly formed nonprofit organizations. An essential tool for both staff and board members that is easy to read and reference. I would recommend to all nonprofit executive directors to further enhance their board education efforts as it can be easily sectioned and included as a regular meeting agenda item.”