"CMAA invited Cecilia to speak to our chapter and association leaders on the topic of ethics at the 2023 Leadership/Legislative Conference. We received overwhelmingly positive comments from the attendees and the relevant issues that she addressed. Cecilia's perspective on ethics was enlightening and informative."
—Melissa Low, CAE
As leaders, we set the tone for our organizations and we set the example for the behavior we would like to see. Leaders are the representatives of our organizations; how other people perceive our organizations is greatly influenced by the behavior of leaders.
When we use an ethical mindset, and thus an understanding of the meaning of ethics, we have a compass for guiding us to the best decisions. Ethics are our “true north” as we move through a world where the maps are not as clear as they once were.
Knowing we will do the right thing for the right reason provides focus and clarity no matter how difficult the decision may be. Ethics makes us better leaders.
What’s more, establishing an ethics program also helps the bottom line.
In fact, the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies data by Ethisphere reveals a tangible financial benefit to ethical behavior…
The 7.8% Margin: Companies that prioritize ethical culture outperformed the broader market by 7.8% over a five-year period ending in 2025.
Return on Assets: Organizations with high scores in ethical culture metrics achieved nearly 40% higher return on assets compared to their peers.
Integrated principled performance, consistent with core values, leads to strong returns for the organization.
Rogue Tulips’ consulting service in ethics includes…
Research—Using both secondary and primary research, Rogue Tulips (RT) will review your current program and culture.
Recommendations—Based on the research, Rogue Tulips will provide recommendations to help your organization create or update your ethics program for board leaders, staff, and other stakeholders.
Training—Inspired by the recommendations, Rogue Tulips will develop a unique training program for your organization.
Why Choose Rogue Tulips?
RT Consulting is a leader in advocating for ethics and creating ethical cultures for nonprofit organizations.
RT has presented ethics courses since 2019. The course is updated annually and offered 10 times per year to offer the most opportunity for ethics training.
Credibility: RT’s principal and founder, Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, earned the Leadership Professional in Ethics & Compliance (LPEC), an industry-recognized certification for ethics & compliance practitioners offered by the Ethics & Compliance Initiative.