This critical incident explores the strategic dilemma faced by Sammi Williams, co-founder of the Collaboration of Minority Women Professionals (CMWP), following the success of Queens of the Green, a golf event created to empower Black and Brown women through access to networking, leadership development, and community engagement. As national interest in the event grows, Sammi must decide whether to expand nationally, partner with legacy institutions, or maintain a grassroots model. The incident raises questions about scalability, mission drift, authenticity, and stakeholder alignment, making it ideal for classroom discussions on inclusive leadership and strategic decision-making in social enterprises.
Keywords: Inclusive leadership, social entrepreneurship, mission drift, nonprofit strategy, grassroots organizing, diversity and equity, stakeholder alignment, organizational growth