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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. . . . . . . . . .
From Poverty to Possibility: How STEP Transforms First-Gen Students
Dr. Tracy Baynes—Founder and CEO of the Student Expedition Program (STEP)—shares how a wilderness leadership initiative evolved into a powerful, multi-year college access program transforming lives. STEP focuses on first-generation, low-income students in large public high schools, many of whom . . . . . . . . .
Avoiding Tech Regret: Platform Planning for Nonprofits
In today’s digital-first nonprofit environment, it's not enough to simply invest in a platform—you must also manage that investment intentionally to see long-term value. Samar Haddad, Manager of Client Experience at JMT Consulting, walks us through how nonprofits can shift . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit Labor and a Rattled Economy
The nonprofit workforce is facing a seismic shift—and Dana Scurlock, Director of Recruitment at Staffing Boutique, is sounding the alarm. Dana shares her front-line insights into how nonprofit hiring, funding, and retention are being shaken by rapid economic changes, sudden . . . . . . . . .
Want to Be a Nonprofit Consultant? Watch This First
Is it a bold leap… or a necessary evolution? Unpacking what it really takes to move from frontline nonprofit roles into independent consulting—with cohosts Tony Beall, Founder of Mr. Nonprofit Consultancy, and Julia Patrick. If you've ever felt boxed in . . . . . . . . .
Planning for Chaos: How Nonprofits Stay Ready!
In the dynamics of nonprofit leadership, few challenges loom larger than the compounded weight of natural disasters and abrupt policy changes. Director Jennifer Banks of Your Part-Time Controller delivers a strategic and emotionally grounded perspective on preparing for the unpredictable. . . . . . . . . .