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NonProfit Hub
Whether starting a nonprofit or taking an existing cause to the next level, The Nonprofit Hub Radio Podcast is about breaking down how nonprofits can grow. Each episode features an interview with a sector star with insight, stories, or ideas that can take your nonprofit from good to excellence. Join host Meghan Speer every week to make your good go further!
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Nov 12, 2021 • 44min
Crypto Donations: Explain it to me like I'm 7 years old
Send us Fan MailIf you've avoided the notion of taking cryptocurrency donations because it sounds complicated or risky, this interview will be an eye-opener. From fascinating stats on how many people actually own crypto to the ease with which thousands of nonprofits are gaining support through this new channel. Katie talks to Pat Duffy, the co-founder of The Giving Block. This episode is sponsored by DipJar. Dipjar is revolutionizing the ways nonprofits accept donations!Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Nov 5, 2021 • 36min
DO MORE GOOD, The Book
Send us Fan MailAn Interview with Bill McKendry, Author of Do More Good, the BookIf you're in need of some firepower behind your marketing budget, listen to this episode! Bill McKendry shares select stories from his new book, Do More Good, to inspire and inform nonprofit leaders on the importance of brand, communications, and marketplace perspective.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Oct 29, 2021 • 30min
Flipping the Narrative on Strategic Planning
Send us Fan MailKatie talks to Joel Kessel, the CEO of Kessel Strategies, about how strategic planning be reframed in order to maximize the impact for the board, team, and overall operation. Joel is a strategic advisor who helps nonprofits increase their impact through strategic planning and advising. For more than 25 years Joel has been advising, training, and guiding growth-minded nonprofit organizations as well as for-profit leaders andentrepreneurial-minded business owners to think more strategically and communicate more effectively so they can impact the people they lead.Joel has worked with industry leaders ranging from national nonprofits, manufacturing, and healthcare, to technology and book publishing companies. As a trusted advisor, he serves as a private sounding board, expert strategist, someone with a fresh perspective, and a few have even called him, “The calm in the center of our storm.”This episode was sponsored by DipJar! DipJar is changing the game of fundraising with a cashless donation jar and an integrated payments platform that enable joyful, engaging, and frictionless giving. With DipJar, organizations of any size can collect donations anywhere and Create More Giving Moments.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Oct 15, 2021 • 30min
The Recipe for Winning Virtual Meetings
Send us Fan MailDo you ever find yourself saying, "This should've been an email," in your team's virtual meetings? You're not alone. We're all engaging in more virtual events and meeting these days and the "Zoom Fatigue" is real. There are also a lot of great benefits of our virtual lifestyles, i.e., increased diversity and accessibility, less travel, and efficiency. On this episode of The Good to Growth Podcast (formerly Hubcast), your host, Katie Appold, and guest Heather Burright of Skillmasters Market walk us through three easy-to-understand components of winning virtual training and meetings.Learn more about how to have a great meeting here. Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Oct 8, 2021 • 44min
Taboo Topics that Cause the Change
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the ALL NEW Good to Growth Podcast, formerly the Hubcast. In this week's episode, Katie talks to Kevin Dean, Ed.D., the CEO of the Momentum Nonprofit Partners. Momentum Nonprofit Partners has been featured several times on national news and recognized by leaders like the National Council of Nonprofits for topics like pay equity, vaccine mandates, and including nonprofit organizations in the pandemic re-opening strategies. We cover ALL THAT, and much more as we discuss top trending issues facing nonprofit leaders. Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Sep 24, 2021 • 24min
Strategic Planning Season is Here!
Send us Fan MailDoes "strategic planning" inspire visions of oversized post-its and endless whiteboarding? You're not alone. How do we make these sessions impactful? And, in light of the pandemic, are there new things we should be talking about? Join Katie as she talks with nonprofit expert, Michelle Carney of Almora Advisors about all things strategic planning. Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Sep 17, 2021 • 30min
Are Nonprofits Saying "Sew What?" to Social Capital?
Send us Fan MailDoes your organization recognize the value of its social capital? In this podcast, Katie talks to philanthropy expert and documentary filmmaker, Salvatore Alaimo, about his latest production, Sew What. This short documentary film portrays the work of a volunteer sewing making clothing for a hospital system’s foster child program. The film, while subtle and understated, reveals the significance of volunteerism and social capital and how they are (pun intended) are sewn into the fabric of philanthropy. If your organization relies on volunteer support in any capacity, this episode will challenge and inspire you to think beyond the work of the volunteers to the spirit and impact they make on each other and your organization’s mission.Thank you to Donorbox for making this episode possible!Relevant Links:Sew WhatWhat is PhilanthropyMore about Professor Sal AlaimoSupport the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Sep 10, 2021 • 31min
The Beautiful Room: Making Diversity First Nature for Your Nonprofit with Skot Welch
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Hubcast, Katie talks to DEI expert and author, Skot Welch, of Global Bridgebuilders the Mosaic Film Experience. Skot describes what it means to make diversity and inclusion the ‘first nature’ of your organization by not only inviting everyone to the room but interacting in meaningful ways once there. Through stories of his global experience working with nonprofits and corporations, Skot shares tips and insights for building connections outside your comfort zone. Check out Skot's book, 101 Ways to Enjoy the Mosaic here!Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Sep 3, 2021 • 38min
Farra Trompeter — Brand Personality & Beyond
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Hubcast, Katie and Jordan chat with Farra Trompeter from Big Duck. Farra has over 25 years of experience in nonprofit brand development, communications, and strategy. She is the Partner and Chief Growth Officer at Big Duck, a New York City-based marketing firm known worldwide for its cause marketing work. Together they explore unique nonprofit branding, Farra’s upcoming Cause Camp presentation, and there is even a fun personality question at the end. Don’t miss it!Show Notes:Brand Personality E-BookCause CampThis episode of the Hubcast is sponsored by DonorBoxSupport the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Aug 27, 2021 • 30min
Lindsay LaShell — Owning Your Marketing Plan
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Hubcast, Katie and Jordan catch up with longtime Nonprofit Hub contributor, Lindsay LaShell! Lindsay is a marketing activist supporting justice, equity, and sustainability. They chat about how to use your time effectively and you’ll even get some low-hanging fruit ideas that you can implement right away to boost your marketing efforts! Show Notes:Open LinesMarketing BootcampCause CampThis episode of the Hubcast is sponsored by DonorBoxSupport the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org


