Best Applied Data Science Partners Podcasts (2025)

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From Practitioner to Funder: How to Build Collaborative Funding (Foundations & Grants) with Dr. Maggie Sullivan Marcus 25:33

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30m ago25:33

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When a former classroom educator becomes the one writing the checks, EVERYTHING about grantmaking shifts. Dr. Maggie Sullivan Marcus of the Sullivan Family Charitable Foundation brings a rare, dual perspective shaped by years in the classroom and years in philanthropy. Her on-the-ground experience supporting multilingual learner programs is rooted …

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IMPOSSIBLE > Reasonable Goals: What IF Thinking 10x Can Clarify What Matters Most? 14:06

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How can a 10X mindset replace incremental goals with focused, brave action that scales monthly giving and clarifies what to stop doing? • 10X mindset versus incremental growth • letting go of low-leverage work • applying bold goals to monthly giving growth • risk reframed as focus and resource questions Resources Mentioned: Join the Sustainer Slack…

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Human-Centered Fundraising: Tammy Zonker Redefines What It Means to Be a Hero in Philanthropy 35:27

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If you've ever wrestled with the tension between being donor-centered and community-centered in your fundraising, today's episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. The incredible Tammy Zonker, founder of Fundraising Transformed, has helped raise more than $1 billion over her career, including facilitating a single $27 million dollar gift! We div…

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Your Monthly Giving Blueprint: Free Community, Inside MGS 2026, & Mastermind Details 18:00

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After an electrifying GivingTuesday, I’m here to share three BIG behind the scenes announcements that will directly support your recurring revenue goals and monthly giving programs in 2026: First, I’m thrilled to announce that my Sustainers Slack community is now 100% free! It has become one of the most generous, collaborative, and energizing space…

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Send This One Email (That Cuts Through the Noise) the Day AFTER GivingTuesday 9:52

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Most organizations rush straight from GivingTuesday into metrics, wrap-ups, and end-of-year planning, but if you do, you’re missing the most valuable moment of all: the DAY AFTER, when donors are still inspired and emotionally connected to the gift they just made. In this replay of my most downloaded episode ever, you’ll hear the super simple, text…

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Improve Direct Mail Performance Using Behavioral Science & Personality Traits with Kevin Schulman 46:15

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Fewer than five of charity: water’s donors wrote a check during a 75,000-piece direct mail test, yet direct mail STILL lifted revenue by 1.5-2%! Behavioral science expert and DonorVoice founder Kevin Schulman is here to talk about why traditional direct mail metrics fall short, why your “non-check-writers” may be your biggest missed opportunity, an…

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Mobilizing Communities: A Data-Driven Approach to Grassroots Change 30:41

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When your mission depends on people not just caring, but acting, the right data and technology infrastructure is so important. I am thrilled to welcome Emma Bloomberg, Founder and CEO of Murmuration, a nonprofit civic tech organization equipping grassroots groups with the tools to engage communities more efficiently, track progress, and build lasti…

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Start with Heart: Why Emotional Intelligence Is Every Fundraiser's Superpower with Bill Crouch 26:59

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Would you believe me if I told you that emotional intelligence can transform donor relationships and drive sustainable fundraising growth? Bill Crouch is the visionary leader of BrightDot and the author of Start with Heart: The Secret Power of Emotions to Catalyze Fundraising Results. And according to Bill, there is REAL data to prove why resilienc…

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She Tripled the Budget and Built a 3-Campus Nonprofit - Here’s How with Hope Pavich from Care for Friends 30:49

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What does it take to triple a nonprofit’s operating budget, raise $3.3 million for a capital campaign, complete a $10 million dollar facility renovation, AND expand to three campuses, all in just six years? Hope Pavich, Executive Director of Care for Friends, joins me to share how she did exactly that. In this episode, you’ll hear how Hope’s team i…

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At Capacity? Not Enough Time? Scale Your Mission with Fractional Support with Vicki Burkhart 29:44

2M ago29:44

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If you and your team are constantly juggling WAY too many priorities with not enough support, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. Vicki Burkhart is the powerhouse founder and CEO of The More Than Giving Co., a virtual, fractional staffing firm that has served over 230 nonprofit clients and counting! There is a growing “crisis of capacity…

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From UCLA to 70+ Cities: End Overdose Sparked a College Campus Movement with Maddie Ward 28:30

2M ago28:30

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At just 23 years old, Maddie Ward became Chief Operating Officer of End Overdose, a nonprofit that’s trained over 500,000 people to identify and respond to opioid overdoses. What began as a grassroots effort at UCLA has since EXPLODED into a powerful, youth-driven network spanning 70+ cities, fueled by data, creativity, and pure heart. Maddie offer…

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Boost Donor Engagement Before Year-End: This ONE Nurture Email Sparked 268 Replies 10:00

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We explore the power of nurture campaigns as a critical strategy before launching year-end appeals. Sharing personal stories and gratitude before making asks creates deeper connections with donors and significantly improves engagement metrics. • Previous bonus episodes covered LinkedIn thought leadership, making monthly giving the centerpiece of ev…

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The CFO’s Case for Monthly Giving: How Recurring Donors Drive Long-Term Decision Making with Stephen Newland 19:59

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What does recurring giving look like through a CFO’s eyes, vs. relying on grants and one-time gifts? It isn’t just good for cash flow – it’s the foundation for smarter, calmer leadership. Fractional CFO Stephen Newland is here to make the financial case for monthly giving. With over 15 years of experience guiding nonprofits, startups, and Fortune 5…

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How Nonprofits Can Get Featured in Holiday Gift Guides with AI-Powered Pitches 8:47

2M ago8:47

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Holiday gift guides present a powerful opportunity for nonprofits to position their monthly giving programs and symbolic gifts as meaningful alternatives to traditional presents. With millions of people searching for gifts that create lasting impact, now is the perfect time to pitch your nonprofit's offerings to publications, local outlets, and inf…

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Missions to Movements Podcast - Trailer 1:21

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Ready to transform your mission into something monumental? Promise yourself the tools to shake up nonprofit marketing and fundraising as you join me, Dana Snyder, on a journey from the heart of the nonprofit sector to the dynamic world of corporate agencies. This episode of the Missions to Movements podcast isn’t just about playing it safe—it’s abo…

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Apply for the Values in Action Award - $100k in Marketing Services with Marivi Bryant 22:48

2M ago22:48

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The Values in Action Award from Home Agency is opening the door for organizations to transform their storytelling and digital presence in a big way, and ONE lucky nonprofit will win $100,000 in marketing services! Marivi Bryant spent nearly 25 years of her life leading campaigns for major brands like JetBlue, New Balance, The NASCAR Foundation, and…

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How Your Year-End Gala or Event Can Generate Revenue All Year with Monthly Giving as the Centerpiece 11:50

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Transform your fundraising events from one-time giving opportunities into sustainable revenue generators by making monthly giving a centerpiece rather than an afterthought. We share practical strategies to create signature moments that convert event attendees into loyal monthly supporters while maximizing the long-term impact of your gatherings. • …

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The Secret to 50% More Donations: A/B Testing & Mobile Giving Breakthroughs with Scott Cross 29:48

3M ago29:48

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Did you know that only 11–12% of visitors who click “Donate” actually complete their gift? That conversion gap represents a massive missed opportunity for nonprofits, and Scott Cross, sales leader at iDonate, has the data and tools to help you capture more donor intent – especially on mobile. Scott breaks down how simple A/B tests, mobile-friendly …

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LinkedIn Year-End Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders: Grow Your Thought Leadership and Mission 14:18

3M ago14:18

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LinkedIn represents an untapped goldmine for nonprofit leaders seeking to grow recurring giving, with 80% of its billion-plus members wanting to give back. People are watching your content even when they don't engage, building relationships that can turn into donations, speaking opportunities, and partnerships when the time is right. • Block 2-3 ho…

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From 17 to 400: How CAT Scaled Monthly Giving with The Meow Team 16:44

3M ago16:44

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From just 17 monthly donors in 2009 to nearly 400 today, the Cat Adoption Team (CAT) has built a creative and effective recurring giving program that has raised over $1 million dollars. In this episode, we’re chatting with Shanda Chroust-Masin, Development and Communications Director at CAT, to learn how their “Meow Team” has become an incredibly l…

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Inside The Hunger Project’s Monthly Giving Rebrand: 65% Growth + 20 Years of Investor Loyalty 30:53

3M ago30:53

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Imagine your monthly giving program is so successful that it sparks 65% growth in new recurring gifts and sustains investor loyalty for over two decades. In this episode, Andrea Arkow and Ashley Schenk from The Hunger Project have cracked the code and are here to walk through their nine-month rebrand and the strategy behind their award-winning mont…

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Scaling Monthly Giving to 34% of Donors and $134K in Recurring Revenue with Meghan Walsh 42:45

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When Roots Ethiopia first attempted to build a monthly giving program, it was cumbersome and collapsing under its own weight. Fast forward to today? That SAME program has transformed into a fundraising powerhouse with 93% donor retention, 34% of all donors giving monthly, and over $134K in annual recurring revenue. Meghan Walsh, founder and board c…

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How Simplified Tech & Messaging is Growing Monthly Donors with the Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood 22:08

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It is Black Philanthropy Month, and I couldn't think of a better conversation to spotlight this than with two incredible women behind the Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood, Dr. Leslie Farrington and Khadejah Stegall. When it comes to giving birth while Black in America, having advocacy skills can literally save lives. BCFSM’s ACTT framework of “a…

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The Power of Differentiation - How Can Your Nonprofit Stand Out? 34:21

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Differentiation can transform both your brand AND your internal culture. For over 40 years, Barry LaBov has helped iconic companies like Harley-Davidson, Audi, and The Macallan uncover the magic that sets them apart - and now he’s bringing those lessons to the nonprofit sector. Barry walks us through his 5-step “brand re-engineering” process, which…

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Want to 5x Your Impact? This Executive Director Did - Here’s How 36:45

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What if your nonprofit could grow its impact by 5x, WITHOUT increasing staff or burning out your team? That’s exactly what Greg Harrell-Edge did during his tenure as Executive Director of CoachArt. And you’d never believe that a mindset shift ultimately led to their 37% year-over-year increase in impact, sustained over five years. Greg shares how a…

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How Writing a Book Grew The Mission of Hope House Colorado with Executive Director Lisa Steven 31:22

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Lisa Steven never imagined her journey as a teen mom would lead to founding an award-winning nonprofit that transforms the lives of thousands of young mothers. Yet that's exactly what happened. With over 28 years leading Hope House Colorado (which now operates with a $4.7M annual budget AND two debt-free buildings), Lisa reveals how saying “yes” to…

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Is Your Donation Page Leaking Donors? Here’s How to Fix It 12:49

5M ago12:49

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88% of potential donors ABANDON donation forms mid-click! If you are driving traffic to your donation page only to watch donors disappear, you may have a conversion problem. But don’t worry - I’ll help you close the “conversion gap” and reimagine the donor experience. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 4 strategic donation page formats, when to…

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NAACP’s Bold Shift Toward Sustained Impact with Trovon Williams 34:17

5M ago34:17

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What happens when a 115-year-old organization decides to reimagine EVERYTHING, from brand to fundraising model – in the wake of a global pandemic? In this episode recorded live at SubSummit, I’m sitting down with keynote speaker Trovon Williams, SVP of Marketing & Comms at the NAACP, to unpack the organization's sweeping transformation. Trovon shar…

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How Tiffany Yu Turned Her Story Into a Movement for Disability Inclusion 31:40

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The global disability market represents a staggering $18 trillion dollars in spending power. And in this powerful episode, Tiffany Yu, founder of Diversability, TEDx speaker, and author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto is sharing how she turned her own disability into a global movement for inclusion. After a car accident made her disabled and took her…

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Storytelling, Strategy, and the Smart Use of AI in Nonprofits with Amy Neumann 27:20

5M ago27:20

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Did you know that brainstorming with AI can increase your number of creative ideas by up to 60%? In this episode, I’m joined by social impact entrepreneur and AI thought leader Amy Neumann to talk about how AI can make nonprofit work more efficient, creative, and impactful. Amy shares SO MANY tactical examples of how nonprofits can integrate AI res…

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How to Achieve MORE By Doing Less with Kishshana Palmer 33:19

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Redefining productivity (and actually slowing down) might be the KEY to preventing burnout in the nonprofit world. Author, coach, and leadership expert Kishshana Palmer is joining me to break down what it really takes to do less, better, especially during your busiest fundraising seasons. From her "RETHINK Method", which starts by challenging what …

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Want More Donors This Summer? Try These 5 Website Fixes to Spark Monthly Giving 9:59

6M ago9:59

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I'm sharing five website tweaks I've discovered while working with eight organizations through VIP intensives since March. These simple changes can transform your website into a catalyst for evergreen monthly giving growth, even during the summer fundraising slump. Book your VIP Intensive here. • Make your homepage message unmistakably clear - ensu…

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Becoming a Social Fundraiser: How to Build Donor Relationships on LinkedIn with Microsoft's Carson Heady 32:27

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What if your next major donor or corporate partner is already in your LinkedIn inbox, and all you need is the right message to start the conversation? Carson Heady is someone who's truly mastered the art of showing up online with purpose. He's a five times best selling author, podcast host, and one of the most insightful voices on social leadership…

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How Boys Town Uses Text Messaging to Fundraise & Deepen Donor Relationships 21:28

6M ago21:28

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Would you believe it if I told you that texting is now one of Boys Town’s TOP revenue generating channels? Text messaging isn’t just for appointment reminders. It’s becoming one of the fastest and most effective ways nonprofits can deepen donor relationships. In this episode, I’m talking to Jasonea Shockey, Director of Digital Marketing at Boys Tow…

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From 0 to 2,000 Monthly Donors from Grassroots Face-to-Face & Phone Fundraising with Katherine Lacefield 40:56

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Katherine Lacefield is taking us behind the scenes of growing a monthly giving program from absolute zero to 2,000 committed donors in just FIVE years, all through grassroots efforts. You’ll hear exactly how Katherine and her team used face-to-face canvassing and phone fundraising (NOT flashy ad campaigns or pricey agency consultants!) to spark lon…

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Sustaining Pride: How The Trevor Project Attracts Lifelong Allies with Kate Anderson 22:57

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This week, we are honoring Pride Month with a powerful conversation about storytelling, community, and the impact of showing up - not just for a moment, but month after month. At the center of this episode is Kate Anderson, Community Philanthropy Manager of Sustainers, who offers us an inside look at how The Trevor Project is building a movement of…

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Building Effective Nonprofit Teams to Drive Change (Featuring 2025 LinkedIn Nonprofit Talent Report) 38:58

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Building resilient nonprofit teams has never been more crucial. Today I’m bringing you an enlightening conversation recorded LIVE at LinkedIn’s 2025 Nonprofit Talent Impact Summit in D.C. You’ll hear from Betsy DiMalanta from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Dr. Luisa Boyarski from Georgetown University's Center for Public and Nonprofit Lead…

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Inside the Mastermind: How 5 Nonprofits Launched Monthly Giving Programs 40:17

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What happens when FIVE nonprofit leaders overcome their fear of asking for monthly donations? Transformation. Growth. Sustainability. Today’s episode is an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the final support call of my Monthly Giving Mastermind. The Campers, The Plenty, The Advocates, The Circle, and The Cultivators reflect on their launch journ…

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How Houston Food Bank Grew 5,200 Monthly Donors - The Importance of a Sustainer Role 32:37

7M ago32:37

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Monthly Giving Week is here! So how do you grow a recurring donor program from a trickle to over 5,200 committed supporters? In this powerful episode, Ashlyn Jones, the force behind Houston Food Bank’s “Faithful Friends” program, shares how the organization invested in a full-time sustainer role. AND, why having someone solely focused on nurturing …

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The Habit of Asking: Shifting to a Recurring-First Mindset 15:39

8M ago15:39

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Did you know that only 3% of charitable giving in the U.S. happens on a recurring basis, and moving that needle to just 5% could unlock $9 BILLION in annual funding for nonprofits?! Today I’m sharing my keynote from the 2025 Monthly Giving Summit and pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to stop treating recurring giving like a side hust…

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How to Get Your Nonprofit Featured in the Press with Gloria Chou 29:58

8M ago29:58

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PR success can create a snowball effect for your nonprofit, ALL at once. But how do you do it? In this episode, I’m talking to former U.S. diplomat turned PR powerhouse Gloria Chou, who’s helped thousands of entrepreneurs and small organizations land over 10,000 media features without needing an agency, big budget, or insider contacts. Gloria share…

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The Email Platform that EVERY Nonprofit Should Know About, Flodesk with Dawn Richardson 33:27

8M ago33:27

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If you’d like to check out Flodesk + get my 4-Part Email Welcome Series Workflow sign up with my link! What if your email marketing platform actually made you feel smarter instead of overwhelmed? Dawn Richardson, Product Education Manager at Flodesk, is here to help you redefine what’s possible in nonprofit email marketing (with ALL the segmenting …

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How Automations Can Save You Time + Increase Donor Relations with Rachel Bearbower 32:12

8M ago32:12

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If you're still manually sending thank you notes, chasing spreadsheets, or struggling to keep up with donor touch points, this episode could save you THOUSANDS of dollars. I’m talking with Rachel Bearbower, an absolute systems wizard and the founder of Nonprofit Automation Agency, to break down how nonprofits can implement systems and automations t…

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The LinkedIn Tool Every Fundraiser Should Be Using For Donor & Corporate Partner Growth with Ariana Younai 31:48

8M ago31:48

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Did you know that 80% of LinkedIn's BILLION-plus members want to give back to organizations? Today I’m joined by a repeat guest: Ariana Younai, Head of LinkedIn for Nonprofits! And we’re here to cover how you can strategically use LinkedIn’s most powerful (and often overlooked) tool: Sales Navigator. Ariana shares exactly how it can help fuel your …

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Behind the Production of the Monthly Giving Summit with 4,693 Registrants from 58 Countries! 25:09

9M ago25:09

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Today’s episode is a peek behind the curtain of my recent virtual Monthly Giving Summit. The good, the surprising, and everything in between! With a team of 6 handling strategic planning and marketing, we ended up with 31 speakers and 4,693 registrants from 58 countries! I’ll share what we paid in speaker fees, the secrets behind our marketing appr…

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The Power of Video: Boosting Your Nonprofit’s LinkedIn Presence 52:46

9M ago52:46

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Did you know that LinkedIn video uploads have increased by 34% year over year?! If your nonprofit isn’t leveraging video on LinkedIn, you’re missing out on a major opportunity to connect with potential donors and advocates. In this episode, I’m sharing a replay of a recent livestream I co-hosted about the power of LinkedIn video with Scott Rising, …

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Gift For You: My 4-Part Monthly Giving Email Welcome Series Using Flodesk (Done For You!) 14:03

9M ago14:03

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Today, I'm sharing something I normally reserve for my paid mastermind clients: a ready-to-implement, 4-part email welcome series designed specifically for monthly donors. Even better? It’s built in Flodesk so you can download and customize it immediately for your organization! When you’re capturing new monthly donors, are you missing a crucial opp…

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Scaling Impact Through Partnerships: The Face Equality & Sephora UK Story 29:44

9M ago29:44

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What happens when a nonprofit and a major beauty brand come together to change the narrative on the deeply ingrained biases surrounding facial differences? You’re about to learn how a BOLD vision turned a dream collaboration with Sephora UK into reality with Phyllida Swift, CEO of Face Equality International. Phyllida starts by sharing her incredib…

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How To Craft A Signature Talk to Amplify Your Mission with Speaking Coach, Heather Sager 37:11

10M ago37:11

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You deserve to be on stages of all shapes and sizes this year. And the only way that we're going to shake up this world for good is if we get your stories out there! Speaking coach Heather Sager is behind the mic today to break down the wild world of public speaking and how to craft your signature talk. Whether you’re pitching your nonprofit, leadi…

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The Most Important Conversation in Nonprofit Fundraising Starts Today 12:12

10M ago12:12

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The Monthly Giving Summit is HERE! Instead of scrambling for last minute dollars or stressing over whether a big donor will renew their gift, imagine that you have a solid foundation of predictable revenue that gives you room to breathe, plan and focus on the work that truly matters. That's what a thriving monthly giving program can do. This year’s…