Starting a Nonprofit: Crucial Factors to Consider

Defining Your Nonprofit's Mission and Vision

Whether a nonprofit formulates a mission, vision, values, or purpose statement (or all of the above), the overriding goal is to articulate why the nonprofit exists, the needs it addresses, and for whom (or where) it offers support.

Since a nonprofit’s mission and vision statements are frequently used in a variety of public-facing materials, including the website and promotional publications, it’s crucial to dedicate appropriate time, care, and attention to the process to ensure that your nonprofit’s value is communicated in a clear and compelling way.

Understanding Nonprofit Payroll Considerations

Running a successful nonprofit requires a team with a diverse range of skills, perspectives, and experience. As a result, most nonprofits have a staff composed of board members, executives, volunteers, contractors, and employees, who collaborate and contribute to unique dimensions of the organization’s mission.

This range of employee classifications and roles can make managing workforce payroll a demanding and complicated task. Here at IRIS, we can help!

Stephanie Coward

Managing Director for HCM

Stephanie Coward is Managing Director for HCM at IRIS, where she leads the strategy, innovation and growth of the organisation’s HR and payroll portfolio. She is responsible for positioning IRIS as a trusted partner to HR professionals and ensuring its solutions support the evolving needs of modern workforces.

With more than 25 years’ experience in the technology sector, Stephanie brings deep commercial and operational expertise, with a passion for improving the employee experience through technology.

Stephanie is committed to advancing IRIS’ HCM offering and helping organisations build more resilient, empowered workforces.