Agility Together: Building Resilience and Mental Health Support

What do elite athletes and nonprofit leaders share? Both operate under constant pressure, expected to deliver results while navigating high-stress, high-stakes environments. This session explores how nonprofit professionals can cultivate a resilient mindset, manage burnout, and integrate practical strategies for relaxation and recovery. By prioritizing emotional well-being and sustainable work practices, organizations can strengthen their impact while supporting a healthier, more engaged workforce. You’ll hear from two leading experts in sports psychology: Dr. Joanne Perry: Dr. Perry is a licensed psychologist and the Senior Director of Sport Psychology at Novant Health. She has extensive experience delivering integrated mental health and performance services across elite sports, including the NFL, NBA, Olympic teams, and NASCAR. She currently serves as a team psychologist for multiple professional teams in Charlotte and consults with NFL Total Wellness, where she also sits on the Team Clinician Advisory Committee. Before joining Novant Health, Dr. Perry was the sport psychologist at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Pepperdine University and completed both her master’s and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology, with a specialization in sport psychology, at Saint Louis University. She went on to complete her pre-doctoral internship at Northwestern University, where she focused on sport psychology. Dr. Nyaka NiiLampti: Vice President of Wellness and Clinical Services, Dr. NiiLampti leads NFL Total Wellness, overseeing mental health governance, education, and resources across the league. She previously served with the NFL Players Association as Director of Player Wellness and has an academic background as a professor at Queens University of Charlotte. A former collegiate track and field athlete, she brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to her work. Join us for an engaging conversation on resilience, performance, and the tools nonprofit leaders can use to thrive under pressure.