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Ep 176: Why the Nonprofit Sector Needs a Publicist
It can be frustrating to see people overlook the incredible impact of our organizations. We're constantly fighting against stereotypes and misconceptions, but I believe we can change the narrative and
Ep 175: Are Crypto Donations the Future of Charitable Giving? (with Pat Duffy)
Crypto donations guru Pat Duffy shares his expert insights and debunks some of the myths around crypto donations. We discuss the benefits of accepting crypto donations, how to reach potential donors,
Ep 174: Creating a Board That Reflects the Needs of Your Community (with Whitley Richards)
In this episode, we discuss a critical topic for every nonprofit that wants to effectively serve their community: board composition.
Ep 173: Good Fortune, Celebrity Philanthropy, and the Quest to End Poverty (with Jessica Seinfeld)
What happens when purpose and celebrity status join forces? Join me as I sit down with Jessica Seinfeld bestselling author, founder of the powerhouse nonprofit, Good+ Foundation, and wife of comedy
Ep 172: How Public-Private Partnerships Create Real and Lasting Change (with Chelsea Peters)
Tune in as collaboration evangelist and Walton Family Foundation CSO, Chelsea Peters and I uncover the power of public-private partnerships. Spoiler alert: it's all about combining your superpowers!
Ep 171: True Confessions of a Nonprofit Volunteer (with Eileen Opatut)
A very special guest joins me in this episode to share her journey from burned out realtor to ignited volunteer. Tune in to learn how to find volunteer opportunities that fuel you.
Ep 170: The Top Nonprofit Sector Trends and Takeaways of 2022 (with Stacy Palmer)
What were your biggest takeaways from 2022? Tune in as Stacy Palmer, editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy, and I discuss some of the nonprofit sectors biggest headlines, trends, and takeaways of 2
Ep 169: When Your ED Has a Low Appetite For Fundraising (with Kishshana Palmer)
Does your organization have an ED with a low appetite for fundraising? Tune in to learn how strengthening the partnership between your ED and development director can help!
Ep 168: Hamza Khan’s Recipe for Preventing Burnout (with Hamza Khan)
Feeling the heat lately? You are not alone burnout impacts many of us in the nonprofit sector. Tune in to learn best-selling author and global keynote speaker, Hamza Khans strategies for preventing
Ep 167: For the Love of Strategic Planning (with Robert Raben)
In this episode, my guest compares strategy to love tune in as Robert Raben and I dig deep into the topic of nonprofit strategic planning and how the right approach can help promote diversity, equit