On January 9, we gathered with Pregame clients and friends to ring in the New Year with reflection and vision. Rotating venues every year, our 2026 venue was Soho House Portland. Ciara Pressler’s 16th Annual Goal Brunch theme was “evolution,” incorporating the themes of the current Chinese year of the snake – shedding what no […]
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How One Leader Got Her Team Aligned in Just a Few Hours When Brandy Memory reached out to Pregame, she wasn’t looking for fluff—she was looking for focus. As the co-founder and Executive Director of Project48, a small but growing organization in the foster care space, she knew it was time to get strategic. “I
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Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about creating stability when things feel shaky. In times of uncertainty, your team looks to you for direction, reassurance, and focus. The key? Prioritizing your own energy, practicing emotional intelligence with clear boundaries, and communicating with confidence. This guide breaks down three essential leadership moves to help you
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On January 9, 2025, our Pregame community in Portland, OR came together for our annual New Year Goal Brunch. Now in its 15th year, Goal Brunch was the catalyst for Pregame and our Game Plan approach to goals. Thank you to Trenelle Doyle for capturing these fantastic pics, and to everyone who inspired us with
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One of our greatest strengths at Pregame is supporting new executive directors as they clarify their vision for their new organization. The first year of leadership is pivotal for building trust and relationships, and for turning a big vision into a solid game plan. Working with Candace Avalos, executive director of Verde, made us better.
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Our 14th Annual New Year Goal Brunch was a huge hit! We welcomed 40 business leaders to The Heathman for the party of the New Year, including brunch, goals, and champagne toast. The vibe was high, with thoughtful insights and inspiration from everyone. Check out these photos, and be sure you’re on our mailing list
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Pregame has been working with nonprofits and government agencies to make their equity vision into reality to empower long-term planning. The work of creating an even playing field for everyone in business is a cause we care about at Pregame, so we put together a free webinar for our nonprofit, government, and business colleagues looking
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