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      Behind The Small Giants Community

      Meet the leaders running our Community! Run by a team of Small Giants in their own right, the Community operates as a L3C organization, a hybrid between a for-profit and a nonprofit entity, that prioritizes mission and social purpose.

      The History of the Small Giants Community

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        2005

        Bo Burlingham wrote the book Small Giants: Companies That Choose to Be Great Instead of Big.

      • 0002
        2009

        The Small Giants Community is officially formed and founded by Bo Burlingham and Paul Spiegelman.

      • 0004 (1)
        2016

        Small Giants partners with Forbes to create the Forbes Small Giants Award, which would run until 2020.

      • 0008 (2)
        2019

        The tenth anniversary edition of the Small Giants book is published. 

      • 2024c 15th Anniversary Live Podcast
        2024

        Small Giants Community celebrated its fifteenth anniversary celebration, aired our 100th podcast episode and launched the Small Giants Hall of Fame. 

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        2025

        The Small Giants Community enters an exciting new chapter with the passing of the torch from Paul Spiegelman to new owner Jean Moncrieff.

        We Practice What We Preach

        We know the power of purpose. Our ability to support and guide other purpose-driven, values-based leaders lies in our own ability to live our purpose, vision, and values every day.

        Our Purpose

        To identify, connect, and develop purpose-driven business leaders

        Our Vision

        To make a positive impact by providing the platform and content for purpose-driven leaders to connect and learn from one another

        Our Core Values

        Trust Each Other

        We understand that the team will thrive when we fully trust one another and assume the best intentions, support one another, and work toward a common goal.

        Grow with Purpose

        We continuously invest in our learning and development, seeking new opportunities to grow our skills and strengthen our weaknesses so that we can better serve the Community

        Work Mindfully

        We prioritize meaningful, quality work over everything. We’re committed to being present with the current objective and giving it our full attention, providing the best possible opportunities and resources to our Community.

        Create Great Experiences

        We are committed to doing things differently. We understand that the Small Giants difference is high-class, personal and meaningful experiences that result in lifelong learning and lasting relationships.

        Be Responsive

        We believe in meeting and exceeding the promises we make. In working with each other and with customers, we are responsive and accountable.

        Meet The Team

        Jean Moncrieff

        Jean Moncrieff
        CEO & Head of Community

        Katie Sowa

        Katie Sowa
        Head of Programming

        Bridget Bateman

        Bridget Larson
        Member Experience Manager

        Courtney Moncrieff

        Courtney Moncrieff
        Content Marketing Coordinator

        Annie Gough
        Head of Storytelling

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        Nicky Windsor
        Executive Assistant

        Bo Burlingham-1

        Bo Burlingham
        Co-Founder & Author of Small Giants

        Paul Spiegelman-1

        Paul Spiegelman
        Co-Founder

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