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Nonprofit Mergers: Smart Strategy or Last Resort?
Nonprofit mergers and acquisitions aren’t a sign of weakness—they're a powerful strategy for long-term viability and community impact. In this leading edge conversation, we bring together two sector leaders: Tim Davis, President and Managing Partner of Glick Davis and Associates, . . . . . . . . .
Events, Donors, Deadlines: Managing Fundraiser’s Stress!
We engage in a candid, layered conversation about one of the sector’s least addressed yet most persistent realities: stress. Specifically, the stress experienced by nonprofit fundraisers who juggle mounting expectations, emotional labor, event overload, and relentless revenue goals. Cohost Julia . . . . . . . . .
Hope Over Fear: DEIB Leadership in a Testy Climate
In a conversation as timely as it is timeless, we welcome Gordon Sims, Director of Development at the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio, to explore how nonprofits can sustain their commitment to DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) amid increasing . . . . . . . . .
Inside a Disability-Inclusive Summer Camp: Lessons in Leadership
Dawn Trapp, CEO of the Civitan Foundation AZ, delivers an inspiring and detailed look into how her organization successfully runs a summer camp for individuals with disabilities. With operations dating back to 1968, Civitan has evolved from a modest two-week . . . . . . . . .
Creative Aging: The Movement Nonprofits Can’t Ignore!
Julie Klein and Sarah Jacobus from Lifetime Arts take a deep and inspiring dive into the transformative world of creative aging. As America's population shifts, nonprofits must adapt—and creative engagement is an exciting and necessary path forward. Together, they break . . . . . . . . .
Real Talk for Fundraisers: Goals, Gratitude, and Getting It Done
It’s Fundraisers Friday, and Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall are back with an episode full of big opinions, thoughtful advice, and even a little Kung Fu Panda wisdom. This time, they dive into real questions from viewers—and they don’t . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofits—It’s Time to Rethink Financial Success!
Understanding what it really means for a nonprofit to be financially successful—and no, it’s not just about the size of your bank account. Beth Larsen, VP of Client Accounting and Advisory Services at JMT Consulting, explains. Financial success, Beth explains, . . . . . . . . .
The 6 Innovation Rules Every Nonprofit Needs Now
Leah Kral, social impact consultant and author of Innovation for Social Change, joins cohosts Julia Patrick and Sherry Quam Taylor for a spirited deep-dive into how nonprofits can rethink innovation—no Silicon Valley badge required! Leah sets the tone early, challenging . . . . . . . . .
Why HR is the Executive Director’s Superpower
Executive Director Janelle Miller Moravek of Youth and Family Counseling takes us behind the curtain of what it really means to make HR the Executive Director’s greatest ally. This isn’t just an HR pep talk—it’s a dive into how transactional . . . . . . . . .
Why Hackers Target Nonprofits—and How to Stop Them
Why would cybercriminals target nonprofit organizations—entities dedicated to doing good? According to Alex Brown, Director of Cybersecurity Solutions at Richey May, the answer is both chilling and practical: "Hackers are heartless," he says. “They just want the information or funds . . . . . . . . .
When to Expand Your Nonprofit Fundraising Team
One of the most pressing conversations in nonprofit leadership: when and how to expand your development team! With humor, candor, and real-world insights, our cohosts unpack the strategy behind scaling up—and why it’s not just an “expense” but an investment . . . . . . . . .
LinkedIn for Nonprofits: Turn Your Story Into Funding
Are you a nonprofit leader hiding in plain sight on LinkedIn? Emmy Award-winning journalist and founder of StoryLede, Bofta Yimam, delivers a powerhouse session on transforming your LinkedIn presence into a strategic tool for visibility, donor attraction, and lasting impact. . . . . . . . . .