Non-profit Tech Podcast: Recent Episodes
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fusionSpan's Justin Burniske talks content creation with Elizabeth WeaverEngel, Chief Strategist of Spark Consulting, LLC and Hilary Marsh,Chief Strategist of Content Company.
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In this podcast fusionSpan's Justin Burniske and Urban Land Institute's Melanie Starkey deep dive into one of ULI's latest project's - the implementation of ULI Learning - their new online learning platform. Melanie shares how the project was able to be successful with an accelerated timeline, what made this project a success and tips for those who are about to or thinking about starting down an implementation journey of their own.
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In this podcast fusionSpan’s Justin Burniske discusses work from home benefits with Rebecca Achurch from Achurch Consulting, as well as what changes could come from this period of forced remote work. Rebecca also discusses protocols and guidelines companies can use to help set the company and their employees up for success when remote working.
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In this Podcast, Justin talks with Elizabeth Weaver Engel, CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Shelly Alcorn, Chief Operating and Curriculum Officer about their white paper, “Blockchain for Associations: Separating the Hype from the Promise.”
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In this podcast, Justin Burniske chats with Rhea Steele, Chief Operating Officer of DECA Inc. on how to strategically implement new software systems at your association and how to successfully facilitate the change management that occurs with the implementation of systems.
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In this podcast, Justin talks with Elizabeth Weaver Engel, CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Sohini Baliga, Director of Communications at the nonpartisan...
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Salesforce can play a significant role in the information management at non-profit organizations as well. On this podcast we discuss how ERS is leveraging Salesforce, challenges they faced in transitioning to using a CRM, as well as several of the features ERS has started using that go beyond just managing contacts.
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Talking business intelligence (BI) tools with Mike Fletcher, the Director of Information Technology at the Endocrine Society. Mike recently went through the process of finding a BI tool, ultimately deciding on Power BI. We discuss why he wanted a BI tool, the process of picking a BI tool, some of the advantages the tool offers over using Excel, and features that you should consider when picking your own tool.
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We talk about what people can expect from the conference, how it’s designed for small staff organizations, and what kind of takeaways to expect from the conference (hint: it’s not pens).
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Dan Labert, the executive director of NACBA
We’ve recently rebranded the podcast as the Non-profit Tech Podcast, presented by fusionSpan. This week I spoke over the phone with Dan Labert, the executive director of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys about his recent move from listservs to an online community platform (Higher Logic) integrated with their member database (netFORUM Pro). We touch on challenges he has faced, how he gets members’ input, and his general approach to strategic use of technology.
You can find the podcast both on Microstaff.org as well as on iTunes. Make sure to subscribe to ensure you’re always getting the latest from non-profit staff and experts in the field. Want to support the podcast? Make sure to rank us on iTunes!
Music featured in the podcast is Royalty Free Music from Bensound.
Listen on YouTube: https://fspan.link/g688d
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Elizabeth Weaver Engel, CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Guillermo Ortiz de Zarate, Director, Information Systems, NCARB.
This week I got to sit down with Elizabeth Weaver Engel (@ewengel), CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Guillermo Ortiz de Zarate (@GuillermoOZ), Director, Information Systems, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, to discuss their recent white paper, “Innovate the Lean Way: Applying Lean Startup Methodology in the Association Environment.” The white paper is free to download, so check it out. We discussed what lean startup methodology is, why it’s a great fit for small staff associations, and how to get started.
You can find the podcast both on Microstaff.org as well as on iTunes. Make sure to subscribe to ensure you’re always getting the latest on small staff organizations and experts in the field. Want to support the podcast? Make sure to rank us on iTunes!
Music featured in the podcast is Royalty Free Music from Bensound.
*At the time of recording, the Non-Profit Tech Podcast was called the Small Staff Big Impact Podcast
Listen on YouTube: https://fspan.link/13jv1
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Adam Thocher, Executive Director at AAPOR
I got to talk with Adam Thocher about his new position as Executive Director at the American Association for Public Opinion Research and what it’s like being a part of an Association Management Company (AMC). We also discussed what the “perfect” association technology would look like, what his organization is going to focus on in the near future, and why millennials should be thinking about when joining an association in their field.
You can find the podcast both on Microstaff.org as well as on iTunes. Make sure to subscribe to ensure you’re always getting the latest on small staff organizations and experts in the field. Want to support the podcast? Make sure to rank us on iTunes!
*At the time of recording, the Non-Profit Tech Podcast was known as the Small Staff Big Impact Podcast
Listen on YouTube: https://fspan.link/bxrz6
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Mark Ace, President at Kavi Corporation
We got a chance to talk to Mark Ace, President of Kavi Corporation, about his recent blogpost, “Five Characteristics of High-Performing Teams.” We also discuss the ways different organizations are leveraging their technology in order to accomplish their collaboration goals, as well as some of the issues small staff organizations face with regard to technology that you should try to avoid.
You can find the podcast both on Microstaff.org as well as on iTunes. Make sure to subscribe to ensure you’re always getting the latest on small staff organizations and experts in the field. Want to support the podcast? Make sure to rank us on iTunes!
*At the time of recording, the Non-Profit Tech Podcast was known as the Small Staff Big Impact Podcast
Listen on YouTube: https://fspan.link/rvqt4
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Edward Grandi, Executive Director at the National Genealogical Society
I got a chance to sit down with Edward Grandi, the Executive Director of the National Genealogical Society. We talked about his approach to leadership, how he works to get the most out of a small staff organization, and what are some of the things front of mind for him going forward. Make sure to follow NGS on twitter @ngsgenealogy.
You can find the podcast both on Microstaff.org as well as on iTunes here. Make sure to subscribe to ensure you’re always getting the latest on small staff organizations and experts in the field. Want to support the podcast? Make sure to rank us on iTunes!
*At the time of recording, the Non-Profit Tech Podcast was known as the Small Staff Big Impact Podcast
Listen on YouTube: https://fspan.link/cyn6a
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Teri Carden, founder of ReviewMyAMS.com
Welcome to the inaugural fusionSpan Podcast! Our first episode of the Non-Profit Tech Podcast is with the creator of ReviewMyAMS.com, Teri Carden. She discusses the value of an association management system (AMS), how associations are using their AMS, and when it might be time to consider a new AMS. Teri also talks about her upcoming AMS Fest Event – a great place to connect with other association staff regarding their AMS and explore options out there for your organization.
*At the time of recording, the Non-Profit Tech Podcast was known as the Small Staff Big Impact Podcast
Listen on YouTube: https://fspan.link/tmr-l
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