BoardWalk Consulting, Jesse Parker Williams Foundation, The Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the United Way of Greater Atlanta recently partnered with Shawntà Hooks and Dr. Fálámi Devoe to host a three-hour well-being experience for a cohort of Atlanta nonprofit CEOs and senior leaders.

The session focused on ritualizing self-care and integrating science-backed tools to support leadership under pressure. Together, Dr. Fálámi and Ms. Hooks designed an immersive program that emphasized sustainable well-being through ritual, technology, and mindful practices in both professional and organizational contexts.

Leaders engaged in sound healing, Qigong, meditation, and creative expression—moving beyond a traditional “sit-and-get” workshop into a fully interactive, embodied experience. Dr. Fálámi introduced her I Am Grounded Framework, guiding participants to claim their self-care rituals, awaken their meaning, and root them in daily practice. Ms. Hooks shared her Catch → Convert → Create Framework, helping leaders notice default stress responses and shift into clarity in real time.

Resilient leadership starts with well-being—and this gathering proved what’s possible when leaders prioritize both.

The results were powerful:

• 100% of participants found the session valuable
• 94% expressed interest in more offerings
• Several teams have already begun integrating these practices into staff meetings

At BoardWalk, we believe that investing in leader well-being is investing in stronger, more resilient organizations. If you are exploring ways to invest in the well-being and effectiveness of nonprofit leaders, we would be glad to share what worked.