If you’re a nonprofit leader looking to make a change in your organization, then this episode is for you! I sat down with Christa Stelzmuller, Chief Technology Officer of charity:water, to chat about how nonprofits can become more innovative. We dove into how to leverage technology, even if your nonprofit is small. Christa also shares strategies for implementing change like getting everyone on the same page, ensuring your systems are working together, and more.
About Christa
Christa is the CTO of charity: water, a non-profit organization that offers clean drinking water to individuals in developing countries. Since 2006, charity: water has relentlessly pursued its goal of ending the global water crisis, fueled by optimism, collaborative efforts with local partners, and the generosity of supporters, aiming to ensure universal access to clean water within our lifetime.
Throughout her career, Christa has consistently applied a multidisciplinary approach, using data and technology to drive better decisions, products, and delivery. With a strong focus on innovation and mission-driven work, she excels in translating vision into strategy, effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders, and fostering productivity through collaborative leadership.
Read the podcast transcript here.
Episode Summary
In this episode, you’ll learn strategies for implementing technology and change in your nonprofit including:
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What a CTO (chief technology officer) does (12:00)
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Leveraging technology to diversify your revenue streams (13:55)
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Working in new and innovative ways (17:45)
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Advice for smaller nonprofits (21:00)
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Opportunities to innovate your organization (27:30)
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Tying in financial data with other data, information, and systems within the organization (30:10)
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Ensuring all systems are working together effectively (33:00)
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Change management tips (36:40)
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When a nonprofit needs a CTO (39:45)
Teasers
“It doesn't matter what stage of growth you're in, there will be a moment where change is going to be hard.”
“Think early and often about your data and what matters to you about your data. Setting that foundation well early will save you so much time and energy later.”
“Don't jump to implementation too quickly.”
Resources
The Best Tools for an Efficient & Prosperous Nonprofit: https://100degreesconsulting.com/tools/
charity: water Website: https://www.charitywater.org/our-approach/100-percent-model
Connect with Christa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cstelzmuller
Follow charity: water on Instagram: @charitywater
Keep up to date with the podcast: @100degreesconsulting
Follow Stephanie on Instagram: @stephanie.skry/
Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieskryzowski/
Visit the podcast page: https://100degreesconsulting.com/implementing-technology-and-change
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