Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership 263: Tech-Forward Strategies for Nonprofit Success (David Blyer)
263: Tech-Forward Strategies for Nonprofit Success (David Blyer)
SUMMARY
How can your nonprofit leverage the latest technological advancements to elevate its fundraising, donor engagement, and mission impact? In episode 263 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, technology expert David Blyer explores cutting-edge tools and strategies shaping the future of the nonprofit sector. From the imperative of leveraging technology to drive social change to the practical applications of AI and machine learning, David sheds light on how nonprofits can harness these tools to enhance donor retention, acquisition, and engagement. With a focus on integrated solutions and innovative approaches, David underscores the importance of technology in streamlining operations and maximizing impact. From virtual reality to blockchain, the horizon of possibilities is vast, offering nonprofit leaders the opportunity to revolutionize their organizations.
ABOUT DAVID
David Blyer is Co-Founder, CEO, and President of Arreva, a trusted advisor and market leader to the non-profit industry for over three decades, providing software and services including virtual fundraising, donor relationship management, and virtual auction software. He founded DonorCommunity in 1999, the first All-in-One Fundraising Software for the nonprofit industry, and co-founded Arreva with Susan Packard Orr, through a merger with her company, Telosa in 2017. In 1994, he co-founded, and was the CEO and President of Vento Software, a provider of packaged vertical business intelligence applications that was gained by Chicago-based SPSS in 1999. After the acquisition, David served as President of the company's Enabling Technologies Division which was gained by IBM. Prior to Vento, Blyer held executive management and sales positions with Tandem, NCR and other leading technology/consulting firms. David holds an MBA in Finance from Nova Southeastern University and a BA in Business Management from the University of South Florida. He also is a member of NonProfit PRO's board of directors, serving as an Editorial Advisory Board Member.
EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES
- The Generosity Crisis: The Case for Radical Connection to Solve Humanity’s Greatest Challenges by Nathan Chappell, Brian Crimmins & Michael Ashley
- Want to hear more from authors, Nathan Chappell & Brian Crimmins? Listen to Patton’s interview of them in episode 211 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership today!
- Check out the Audible version of Patton’s book Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership: Seven Keys to Advancing Your Career in the Philanthropic Sector