Wayne Weaver Featured in Authority Magazine: Leading with Empathy

Shelter Equity is proud to share that our CEO, Wayne Weaver, was recently featured in Authority Magazine in a conversation about why empathy is essential to effective leadership.

In the interview, Wayne reflects on how empathy guides decision‑making, builds trust, and shapes the culture of organizations serving communities facing systemic challenges. He shares insights from decades of entrepreneurship and community‑led development work, offering a clear look at the values that drive Shelter Equity’s mission.

In the full interview, read more about:

• How empathy strengthens leadership in nonprofit and social‑impact work

• Lessons Wayne has learned through years of service and innovation

• Why community‑driven solutions are critical to long‑term impact

• How humility, listening, and lived experience shape strong leaders

• Connections to Shelter Equity’s holistic approach to poverty relief

Wayne’s conversation offers an honest look at the heart behind our work - and why empathy remains central to creating sustainable change.

Read the full interview on Medium.