Agents of Nonprofit

In the dynamic realm of fundraising, are you ready to unlock your potential as an agent of change? Join us on Episode 64 of Agents of Nonprofit as we delve into the captivating world of Evan Wildstein's groundbreaking book, "The Nonprofiteer's Fundraising Field Guide." Prepare to be empowered with a modern approach to philanthropic success that will elevate your impact to new heights.In this riveting episode, Evan Wildstein, a seasoned expert in the non-profit sector, unveils the secrets to becoming a better servant-leader. Discover how to forge deep connections with donors, foster a culture of impactful philanthropy, and ignite transformative change in your organization. With his invaluable insights, Evan will guide you through the 10 core behaviors of servant-leaders, offering a down-to-earth and inspiring blueprint for fundraising excellence.Key highlights:The remarkable journey that led Evan to work with nonprofitsUnveiling the motivation behind Evan's groundbreaking bookReal-world examples of servant-leadership in actionMastering the 10 core behaviors that define servant-leadersHarnessing the power of technology in your philanthropic endeavorsDon't miss this opportunity to embrace your fundraising superpowers and embark on a transformative journey with Evan Wildstein's "The Nonprofiteer's Fundraising Field Guide." Tune in now and revolutionize your approach to philanthropy, propelling your organization towards unparalleled success.To learn more and connect with Evan Wildstein, visit:Website: thenonprofiteers.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/evan-wildstein-a1759312Email: me@evanwildstein.comSupport the show

Discover the secret behind thriving organizations and unlock the power of strategic planning with renowned expert Carol Hamilton. In this captivating episode, Carol, founder of Grace Social Sector Consulting and host of the Mission:Impact podcast, shares her profound insights on strategic planning in the nonprofit sector. From leveraging technology to incorporating DEI practices, learn the key strategies that will propel your organization towards achieving its goals effectively.Key highlights:Carol's inspiring journey in the non-profit sectorThe inception of Grace Social Sector Consulting and Mission:Impact podcastUnveiling the secrets of virtual strategic planningOptimal timing for strategic planning successExpectations and outcomes of strategic planning for organizationsCrafting a goal priority list for strategic impactEmbracing DEI in planning sessions for transformational changeThe undeniable importance of DEI in today's landscapeJoin us and gain valuable insights from Carol Hamilton as she unravels the strategic planning formula for organizational success. Don't miss this episode that will revolutionize your approach to planning and propel your organization towards new heights!Learn more and connect with Carol:https://www.missionimpactpodcast.com/http://www.gracesocialsector.com/Support the show

Do you know what's the secret to achieving success in an organization? Hint: it involves building a strong team. Discover the secrets to mastering the art of successful team building!If you're interested in learning how to create a cohesive and high-performing team, be sure to tune in to this episode featuring Erik Rubadeau, CEO of Yeeboo Digital. Join us as Erik talks about the entire process of building a successful team, from hiring the right people to fostering a sense of unity within the team.The topics we cover:How Erik started working with non-profitsDoes having a capability of doing many different things have an advantage in hiring processTips in recognizing the skill set of an individual and assigning rolesImportance of transparencyIs being generous with your knowledge good for team building?Expressing gratitude and recognition in a group settingWays on how to keep closeness when your team is physically far apartHow to balance team building and delivering projects to clientsLearn more and connect with Erik:Website: https://yeeboodigital.comSupport the show

Are you ready to change the world but don't know where to begin? Tune in to discover how Technopath can guide you through the crucial steps of starting a nonprofit, so you can focus on making a difference!Discover the secrets to non-profit success as Technopath's CEO, Sarah Epting, spills the beans on building and thriving in this week's unmissable episode. Sarah shares how Technopath's training and activities work together and what they can provide you to help you succeed, what their package looks like, and what will happen to the company’s future. The topics we cover:What inspires Sarah Epting to share her knowledgeHow Sarah Epting started TechnopathHow the 4 main activities of Technopath work together to help you succeedWhat the upper crust package of Salesforce looks likeSarah Epting’s impression about Salesforce’s new data modelWhat will happen in the near term for TechnopathLearn more and connect with Sarah:Website: https://technopath.io/Salesforce Saturday: https://www.linkedin.com/company/salesforce-saturday/about/Sarah's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahepting/Support the show

Do you wonder what details go into setting up a nonprofit? What problem are they solving? Are other people solving the same problem? How do I receive advice? This is for you!In this week’s episode, Brooke Richie Babbage joins us to share from her experience in setting up nonprofits. Brooke wanted to get into social justice work from as early as 10 years old!  Now with over 20 years experience in the nonprofit sector, she shares about the details of setting up a nonprofit.  From landscape mapping to how to hire staff, looking for funding, setting up a board of advisors, handling feedback, technology recommendations to use and more.The topics we coverHow Brooke started working with nonprofitsLandscape scanning before starting a nonprofitTo partner with an already established nonprofit or start a new one?Merging with stronger nonprofits for greater impactWhich feedback to pay attention to when making decisions about a nonprofitWhy it’s important to create a startup board of advisorsHow and when to transition from a startup board to a governance boardDifference between a board of directors and an advisory councilHow can a nonprofit without enough funding get people to do goodworkTaking advantage of AI to do some roles for a new nonprofitTechnology recommendations from BrookeLearn more and connect with Brooke:Website: https://brookerichiebabbage.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjrichiebabbage/Nonprofit Launch Lab: https://brookerichiebabbage.com/guides-trainings/ Support the show

Fundraising is at the heart of every nonprofit. With the right strategy, communication channel and fundraising message, nonprofits are able to achieve their targets with ease.In this week’s episode, Alexander is joined by Renee Garvens to tackle unique perspectives in fundraising. Renee is the Vice president of Development at the Tobin Center for Performing Arts. In her discussion, she details the unique nature of fundraising for a performing arts center, highlighting the obstacles and insights gained from attempting to secure funds amidst the pandemic. Additionally, she delves into the fundraising channels and tech tools used by the Tobin center, while also outlining the organization's short-term goals.The topics we coverHow Renee got started working in nonprofitsWhat about the Tobin Center for Performing Arts caught Renee’s attention?What is the distinguishing factor in fundraising for a Performing Arts Center?Strategies used to maintain fundraising during the COVID pandemicRenee’s superpower that helped weather the storm during the pandemicHow being self-taught helped Renee think outside the box about fundraisingWhat fundraising channels are used for the Tobin Center?What kind of stories resonate most with Renee’s audience?Technology Renee used to aid Tobin Center’s fundraising activitiesWhat other short term goals does the Tobin Center have?Learn more and connect with Renee GarvensTobin Center: https://www.tobincenter.org/Renee’s LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneegarvens/The Tobin Center's Floor Transformation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PnGjacoi5s Support the show

Did you know that visual presentations of data are 43% more effective than written or vocal? Human beings have always interacted with visual effects as a means of survival, concentration, and mental stimulation.On this week’s podcast, Alexander is joined by Amelia Kohm, the founder of Data Viz for nonprofits. Amelia previously worked in policy research around children and families. She offers us insight into the world of data visualization and how this is important for all nonprofits. She discusses interactive dashboards, why data is important, emotional responses from data visualization and more.The topics we cover(00:23) Amelia’s superhero origin story(02:14)What is data visualization?(05:11) What does an interactive dashboard look like?(09:37) Why data is important and you must get it right(11:28) Even visual plots and numerical graphs demand super concentration(22:35) Can data visualization create emotional responses from audiences?(25:33) Deciding which information is more important when doing visualizations(32:39) When data is insufficient or hard to decipher(35:54) One of Amelia’s favorite projects(40:01) What does Amelia’s short term future look like?To learn more and connect with Ameila KohmLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-kohm/Website: https://www.nonprofitbiz.com/Upcoming webinar: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinarsSupport the show

‘I feel the need to build something that is serving the mission of my customers, and doing something good in the world’ - Pat McClellanIf you have ever wondered what it’s like to build an app from scratch this episode is for you.After a career change from media to software development, Pat McClellan has an app to show for it! He has built the Proton Blaster, a messaging app with Salesforce. Pat is a Chief Lightning Officer at Proton 7 Group and a Salesforce MVP with over 30 years experience in media.This week, he joins Alex to discuss his career transition and what inspired it, how he decided his app is best suited for nonprofits, marketing and pricing the app, creating a seamless user experience, new features to look forward to on the app and more.The topics we cover(00:25) Pat’s superhero origin story(04:20) Why did Pat decide to build his app?(07:33) When did Pat decide that the app was suited for non-profits(11:54) Personalization & integrating the app to Salesforce lightning(16:53) How did Pat come up with the name; ‘Proton Blaster’?(20:09) What to consider when building an app(27:30) Focusing on a simple and familiar UI(31:46) Pricing & marketing the app(40:40) How will Salesforce’s merging of its nonprofits package to the core affect Proton 7?(44:42) What to look forward to in the next version of Proton textTo learn more and connect with Pat:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patmcclellan/Proton 7 Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/proton7group/about/Support the show

In this week’s episode, Alexander sits down with Sarah Merion, the visionary founder and CEO of Impact Aligned, to discuss how data can be a game-changer for nonprofits. With a wealth of experience spanning over a decade in the for-profit realm, Sarah has made it her mission to help nonprofit organizations achieve their goals by utilizing data-driven strategies, visualizing outcomes, and more. Tune in to discover why data is a vital asset for nonprofits, and gain valuable insights into identifying and leveraging leading indicators, aligning strategies, and avoiding common pitfalls. The topics we coverSarah Merion’s superhero origin storySarah’s motivation for starting her companyHow companies can make better use of their dataHow Impact Aligned helps nonprofits define their impactDefining leading indicators for nonprofitsAligning strategy for nonprofitsVisualizing outcomes in nonprofitsSarah’s favorite CRMs and tools in managing data for nonprofitsCommon pitfalls that nonprofits should be cautious ofTo learn more and connect with Sarah:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmerion/Website: https://impactaligned.com/Support the show

Making a decision about the right technology to use in your nonprofit? One with the right functions to add relevance to your objectives? What’s the best short term vs long term path to take tech-wise? Should nonprofits adopt new tech such as AI? Kevin Christoper George, a tech expert joins Alexander to answer these and more!Kevin is the founder of Green Merits Consulting, an organization that focuses on research, selection and data analysis of cloud based software solutions for nonprofits. He has previously worked in tech with Blackberry, Oracle and Kupo.In this episode, he shares his diverse insights on technology for nonprofits topics including; making the right long vs short term technology decisions for a nonprofits, the Request for Proposal process and what to consider in having a successful one, the ‘shiny new tech syndrome’ and whether it is good for nonprofits.Topics we coverKevin’s superhero origin storyHow to conduct a successful RFP ProcessQuestions nonprofits should consider for a successful RFP ProcessFocusing not just on adding features but on value added to the organizationNot every problem is tech-relatedMilestones to overcome that help the adoption of new techLong term vs short term choices for technologyLacking cohesion in technology decisions across teamsThe shiny new tech syndromeTo learn more and connect with Kevin:Website: https://www.greenmerits.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevincg/Support the show