The Business of Giving: Recent Episodes
The Business of Giving
Denver Frederick is the Host of The Business of Giving. The program is the only show of its kind that focuses on solutions to today's complex social problems. What's working? Who are the changemakers? How is it all being financed? The program addresses issues such as global poverty, affordable housing, clean drinking water, medical breakthroughs, and matters related to education.
The following is a conversation between Josh Wright, outgoing CEO, and Bridgette Gray, incoming CEO of ideas42, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Nigel Sylvester, founder of Nigel Sylvester Foundation and Tasia McLeod, director of the foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Adam Nash, Co-founder & CEO of Daffy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Dena Trujillo, CEO of Crisis Text Line, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Michael T. Pugh, President & CEO of Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Father Edward "Monk" Malloy, the author of People First: Reflections on Leadership, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Father Edward "Monk" Malloy is President Emeritus of the University of Notre Dame, where he served as president from 1987 to 2005. He's the author of many books, including People First: Reflections on Leadership, a book that distills a wealth of leadership wisdom gleaned from his extensive career in education and community service.
Father Malloy has served on 32 separate boards, each offering its own unique challenges and lessons. These experiences have enriched his understanding and shaped his distinct perspectives on leadership, which he generously shares in this book.
The following is a conversation between William Foster, the co-author of Betting on the Tortoise: Policy Incrementalism and How Philanthropy's Support Can Turn Small Sustained Steps into Big Impact, Deborah Bielak, co-author of Using All the Tools in the Toolkit: Funding Advocacy for Social Change, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
A topic that's gaining traction among philanthropists and changemakers alike is the strategic funding of advocacy efforts, and I'm excited to have with us today two distinguished experts to discuss it.
William Foster is a managing partner at the Bridgespan Group and co-author of Betting on the Tortoise: Policy Incrementalism and How Philanthropy's Support Can Turn Small Sustained Steps into Big Impact. His research provides a deep dive into how major policy victories are often not the result of sudden leaps, but rather the culmination of strategic incremental efforts backed by steadfast philanthropic support.
And joining him is Deborah Bielak, a partner in the Bridgespan San Francisco office. She is the co-author of Using All the Tools in the Toolkit: Funding Advocacy for Social Change. It highlights the diverse strategies philanthropists can employ to drive policy and political changes that resonate with their objectives.
The following is a conversation between Vilas Dhar, President and Trustee of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Vilas Dhar is President and Trustee of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, where he merges technology and philanthropy to address social challenges through artificial intelligence. With a background in computer science, law and entrepreneurship, Dhar advises international bodies such as the United Nations and OECD on AI.
The following is a conversation between Rip Rapson, President & CEO of The Kresge Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Kresge Foundation is a private national foundation that seeks to expand opportunities in American cities through grant making and social investing in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services, and community development. Based in metropolitan Detroit, the foundation is celebrating its centennial anniversary this year. And here to discuss that and more with us is Rip Rapson, the president and CEO of the Kresge Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy and author of Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That's a Good Thing), and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Sal Khan has been transforming education through Khan Academy, an online platform that brings top-tier instruction to students everywhere. Starting in 2008 as a way to tutor his cousin, it has evolved into a key educational resource covering subjects from math to humanities. It is dedicated to making personalized, mastery-based learning accessible to all by integrating technology into education. Its most recent evolution is Khanmigo, which aims to offer every student a personal AI tutor. And he is with us now. Welcome back to the Business of Giving, Sal
The following is a conversation between Aubrey Bergauer, author of Run It Like a Business: Strategies for Arts Organizations to Increase Audiences, Remain Relevant, and Multiply Money Without Losing the Art, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Aubrey Bergauer is a trailblazer in the classical music world, known for her innovative approaches to arts administration. As a former Executive Director of the California Symphony, Aubrey achieved remarkable success in growing audiences and fundraising.
The following is a conversation between Steve Kaufer, the former CEO of Trip Advisor and founder of Give Freely, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Madeleine Ballard, CEO of Community Health Impact Coalition, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In a world where countless community health workers, mainly women, labor tirelessly without proper support or resources, the Community Health Impact Coalition (CHIC) is making a significant difference. Leading this transformative effort is Dr. Madeleine Ballard, CHIC's executive director. Her vast experience, from shaping Liberia's National Community Health Program, to academic contributions at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has positioned her as a key figure in global health.
The following is a conversation between Trent Stamp, President & CEO of The Eisner Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Jean-Manuel Izaret, the Managing Director & Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group, and author of Game Changer: How Strategic Pricing Shapes Businesses, Markets, and Society, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Richard Buery, the Chief Executive Officer of the Robin Hood Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to hange the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
The following is a conversation between Tonya Allen, President of the McKnight Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Jane Veron, co-founder and CEO of The Acceleration Project, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
The following is a conversation between Jim Clark, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Jim Clark has led the Boys & Girls Clubs of America since 2012. He oversees a vast network of over 5,000 clubs that enrich the lives of 350,000 young people across the U.S. on a typical day. His tenure has been marked by significant strides in organizational restructuring and the launch of a forward-thinking strategy emphasizing three core areas: academic success, character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.
His commitment to empowering the next generation is both inspiring and impactful, making him a true luminary in the field of youth development, and he is with us now.
The following is a conversation between Salim Ismail, author of Exponential Organizations 2.0: The New Playbook for 10x Growth & Impact , and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Donald Wood, President & CEO of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Sonali Patel, Partner at The Bridgespan Group, and co-author of the paper: Winning on Climate Change: How Philanthropy Can Spur Major Progress over the Next Decade, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
Humanity United, or HU, is dedicated to cultivating the conditions for enduring peace and freedom. They support and work alongside partners who are working to advance human dignity and change the systems that enable violent conflict and human exploitation around the world.
The following is a conversation between Vincent Stanley, Director of Philosophy at Patagonia, and co-author of The Responsible Company: What We've Learned from Patagonia's First 50 Years, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Tonyel Edwards, Partner at The Bridgespan Group and Aria Florant, co-founder and CEO of Liberation Ventures, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Dr. David Sengeh, the Chief Minister of Sierra Leone and author of Radical Inclusion: Seven Steps to Help You Create a More Just Workplace, Home, and World, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Avril Benoît, the Executive Director of Doctors Without Borders, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture at Culture Partners, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
The following is a conversation between Dan Doctoroff, Founder and Chairman of Target ALS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Josh Bersin, author of Irresistible: The Seven Secrets of the World's Most Enduring, Employee-Focused Organizations, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
The following is a conversation between Liza Henshaw, President of Global Citizen, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Brandee McHale, the Head of Community Investing and Development at Citi and President of the Citi Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Benjamin Bellegy, the Executive Director of WINGS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
The following is a conversation between Jennifer Pahlka, author of Recoding America: Why Government Is Failing in the Digital Age and How We Can Do Better, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Robert Glazer, the founder and chairman of Acceleration Partners and author of Elevate Your Team: Empower Your Team To Reach Their Full Potential and Build A Business That Builds Leaders, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In a world where organizations grapple with a myriad of challenges ranging from talent retention to fostering innovation, the quest for high-performance teams is more important than ever. The answer to these dilemmas may lie in understanding the interplay between culture, purpose, and individual empowerment.
Elevate Your Team could be the beacon organizations have been searching for. It demonstrates how investing in people and aligning them with the purpose can catalyze unprecedented levels of performance.
And here to discuss it with us is Robert Glazer, the Founder and Chairman of Acceleration Partners and author of Elevate Your Team: Empower Your Team To Reach Their Full Potential and Build A Business That Builds Leaders.
The following is a conversation between Nonette Royo, Executive Director of The Tenure Facility, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Tenure Facility is an NGO based in Stockholm that works in partnership with indigenous peoples and local communities to strengthen their tenure and ability to preserve, protect, and enjoy the benefits of their traditional lands, territories, and resources. These rich biodiverse areas are vital to the people who steward them and the planet we all share.
And here to tell us more about their vital work is Nonette Royo, the executive director of the Tenure Facility.
The following is a conversation between Nikolas Badminton, chief futurist at futures.com and author of Facing Our Futures: How Foresight, Futures Design and Strategy Creates Prosperity and Growth, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In an era of rapid change and uncertainty, the ability to examine and prepare for the future is paramount for any organization. By understanding potential challenges and opportunities, nonprofit organizations can make more informed decisions and thrive in the face of adversity. One resource that equips leaders to do just that is Facing Our Futures. It guides readers in developing the necessary foresight and strategy to navigate the unpredictable.
And it's a pleasure to have with us the mind behind this invaluable guide. He is Nikolas Badminton, the chief futurist at futurist.com, and author of Facing Our Futures: How Foresight, Futures Design and Strategy Creates Prosperity and Growth.
The following is a conversation between Daisy Rosales, Executive Director of Brio, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Brio advances global mental health and wellbeing through design and collaboration with local leaders and organizations. Since 2018, Brio has worked with impact organizations in Latin America, Asia, and the United States creating innovative programs in marginalized communities. And here to tell us more about their work is Daisy Rosales, the executive director of Brio. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Daisy.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So,The Business of Givinghas connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call:The Paths Forward.Because there is more than just one way.
The following is a conversation between Tasso Azevedo, founder and General Coordinator of MapBiomas, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Tracy DeTomasi, CEO of Callisto, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Uri Gneezy, Professor of Economics and Strategy & Chair in Behavioral Economics at UC, San Diego Rady School of Management, and author of Mixed Signals: How Incentives Really Work, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Sheena Meade, Chief Executive Officer of Clean Slate Initiative, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Alberto Ibarguen, President & CEO of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Think of Us. Led and guided by people with lived experience, they’re working to transform the nation’s child welfare system and improve outcomes for the millions of children and families it impacts each year.
We’ll start with their Founder and CEO, Sixto Cancel.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Shahed Alam and Edith Elliott, the co-CE0s of Noora Health, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Rita Soronen, President & CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between LaTonya Wilkins, founder and CEO of Change Coaches & author of Leading Below the Surface: How to Build Real (and Psychologically Safe) Relationships with People Who Are Different from You, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Pascal Finette, the founder of the advisory firm, be radical, and author of Disrupt Disruption: How to Decode the Future, Disrupt Your Industry, and Transform Your Business, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Kian Gohar, CEO of Geolab & Co-author of Competing in the New World of Work: How Radical Adaptability Separates the Best from the Rest, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Angeline Murimirwa, the CEO of CAMFED, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The following is a conversation between Tony Long, CEO of Global Fishing Watch, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
A decade ago, building an open access picture of global fishing activity was out of reach. But thanks to advances in satellite technology and machine learning, Global Fishing Watch is now making it a reality.
They believe that a healthy, productive, and resilient ocean where transparency drives fair and effective governance of marine resources is vital to biodiversity and sustainable development. And here to discuss their work with us is Tony Long, the CEO of Global Fishing Watch.
The following is a conversation between Jim Fruchterman, CEO of Tech Matters, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: There are many tech people who want to do good for the world, and Tech Matters is the organization that builds the bridges they need to do the most good. The organization helps social change leaders understand what tech can and can't do, and builds the tech solutions behind solving a social problem. And here to tell us more about this work is Jim Fruchterman, the founder and CEO of Tech Matters.
The following is a conversation between Blair Epstein, Partner of McKinsey & Company, San Francisco office, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Blair Epstein is a partner in McKinsey & Company, San Francisco office. Her work focuses on delivering organizational change from strategy to execution, including cultural change, top team effectiveness, leadership development, performance management, and continuous improvement. The kind of work that she and others at McKinsey do has been captured in the much-acclaimed book written by a trio of her colleagues titled CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest.
The following is a conversation between Paulo Savaget, author of The Four Workarounds: Strategies from the World's Scrappiest Organizations for Tackling Complex Problems, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For ages, global corporations have been lecturing small organizations and not-for-profits on how to get things done. As it turns out, it may have been better if it was the other way around. Many small organizations, such as those dedicated to social action, have made an art form out of subverting the status quo and prove themselves adept at achieving massive wins with minimal resources.
This phenomenon is captured in a wonderful new book titled, The Four Workarounds: Strategies from the World's Scrappiest Organizations for Tackling Complex Problems, and here to discuss it with us is its author, an associate professor at the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, Dr. Paulo Savaget.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Marcus Collins, Chief Strategy Officer at Wieden+Kennedy New York & author of For the Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
My next guest argues that true cultural engagement is the most powerful vehicle for influencing behavior. If you want to get people to move, you must first understand the underlying cultural forces that make them tick.
He is Dr. Marcus Collins, an award-winning marketer and cultural translator, with one foot in the world of practice, serving as the Chief Strategy Officer of Wieden+Kennedy New York, and one foot in the world of academia as a marketing professor at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.
The following is a conversation between Charles Conn, Chairman of the Board of Patagonia and Co-Author of The Imperfectionists: Strategic Mindsets for Uncertain Times, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In a world marked by swift change and uncertainty, conventional approaches to strategy and problem solving are proving inadequate. With industries in constant flux, standard planning processes are often ineffective, leaving many organizations in a state of paralysis or making hasty, risky decisions.
Charles Conn, in his sequel to the bestseller, Bulletproof Problem Solving, presents a unique perspective on navigating these tumultuous times. His new book, The Imperfectionists: Strategic Mindsets for Uncertain Times, co-authored by Rob McLean, advocates for an innovative dynamic approach to strategy, framed by six strategic mindsets, and he is with us now.
The following is a conversation between Shabana Basij-Rasikh, founder and president of the School of Leadership Afghanistan (SOLA), and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
My next guest has dedicated her life to providing a safe, inclusive learning environment for Afghan girls, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and empowering the next generation of female leaders in the face of unimaginable adversity.
She orchestrated the daring evacuation of her students from Afghanistan to Rwanda, ensuring their safety and continuity of education. She is Shabana Basij-Rasikh, the founder and president of the School of Leadership, Afghanistan or SOLA. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Shabana.
The following is a conversation between Amy White, Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Adobe, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Adobe, a software company based in California, is known for products such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. With over 25,000 employees worldwide, the company focuses on creating products to empower people to change the world.
Amy White is their Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), where she leads corporate philanthropy, employee community engagement, environmental sustainability, and technology for good initiatives across the enterprise. And she's with us now. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Amy.
The following is a conversation between Carol Kauffman, co-author of Real-Time Leadership: Find Your Winning Moves When the Stakes Are High, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Carol Kauffman is an international leader in the field of coaching with more than 40,000 hours of practice. She was shortlisted by Thinkers50 as one of the top 8 coaches around the globe for her thought leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and contribution to coaching best practices. She founded the Institute of Coaching at Harvard and is now the co-author of a wonderful new book titled, Real-Time Leadership: Find Your Winning Moves When the Stakes Are High.
The following is a conversation between Latanya Mapp Frett, President & CEO of the Global Fund for Women and Author of The Everyday Feminist: The Key to Sustainable Social Impact Driving Movements We Need Now More Than Ever, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Latanya Mapp Frett is the author of The Everyday Feminist: The Key to Sustainable Social Impact Driving Movements We Need Now More Than Ever. She's not just an accomplished feminist, activist and executive, but also a storyteller giving voice to the unsung heroes of feminist movements worldwide.
From her roles with the United Nations, the US Government Foreign Service, Planned Parenthood Global, and now as President and CEO of the Global Fund for Women, she brings forth a wealth of experience and wisdom. And she's with us now.
The following is a conversation between Morag Barrett, founder and CEO of SkyeTeam, and Author of You, Me, We: Why We All Need a Friend at Work (and How to Show Up as One!), and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
An essential element for achieving success at the individual team and organizational level is having an ally mindset. This mindset involves having coworkers who support and stand by us through good and bad times, which enables us to thrive. Without such support, we may struggle and eventually fail, leaving behind nothing but wreckage.
Here to discuss this concept with us is Morag Barrett, founder and CEO of SkyeTeam, leadership expert, and bestselling author of three books, her most recent being You, Me, We: Why We All Need a Friend at Work (and How to Show Up as One!).
The following is a conversation between Sheila Heen, Harvard Law professor, and co-author of Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most, and Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In today's episode of The Business of Giving, we tackle the challenges of difficult conversations and receiving feedback. Whether it's our personal or professional lives, these situations can be uncomfortable and often lead to miscommunication and hurt feelings. But fear not, my next guest is a world-renowned negotiation expert who will help us navigate these challenges with greater confidence and ease.
She is Sheila Heen, founder of the Triad Consulting Group, a professor of practice at Harvard Law School where she leads a negotiation program, and co-author of the New York Times bestsellers, Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most, and Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well.
The following is a conversation between Christy Uffelman, Founder & CEO of EDGE Leadership, and author of PEER Revolution: Group Coaching that Ignites the Power of People, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The world is changing. Now is the time for an innovative, collaborative learning approach to help people discover what they need to know and when they need to know it in a way that seamlessly maximizes and magnifies human potential. One of the most exciting ways of doing this and one that is gaining popularity fast is peer group coaching.
And here to walk us through it is one of the foremost experts on the topic; she is Christy Uffelman, the founder and CEO of EDGE Leadership, and the author of PEER Revolution: Group Coaching that Ignites the Power of People. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Christy.
The following is a conversation between Michele Zanini, Co-author of Humanocracy: Creating Organizations as Amazing as the People Inside Them, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Today, many organizations are feeling stuck and struggling to move away from outdated management practices towards a more human-centered approach. It's no easy feat, but luckily, there's a book that can help. Humanocracy: Creating Organizations as Amazing as the People Inside Them offers powerful strategies for creating organizations that truly value their people and empower them to reach their full potential. And we're delighted to have one of its co-authors with us today, Michele Zanini, who also is a co-founder of MLab.
The following is a conversation between Susannah Schaefer, the President and CEO of Smile Train, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Smile Train is dedicated to providing life-changing corrective surgery and comprehensive cleft care for children with cleft lips and palates. Since its establishment in 1999, the organization has transformed the lives of more than one and a half million children.
And here to tell us about this work and what the future holds for the organization is Susanna Schaefer, the President and CEO of Smile Train.
The following is a conversation between Mendi Blue Paca, President & CEO of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
A recent study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found that Fairfield County was the most economically unequal metropolitan area in the country. That is why Fairfield County's Community Foundation is focused on creating greater equity, especially greater racial equity across areas of housing, income and asset building, health, and education.
And here to tell us more about this work is Mendi Blue Paca, the President and CEO of Fairfield County's Community Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Sally Helgesen, author of Rising Together: How We Can Bridge Divides and Create a More Inclusive Workplace, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
My next guest maintains that it's easier to act our way into new ways of thinking than to think our ways into new ways of acting. Nowhere is this more true than in the workplace where so many organizations are striving to create a culture of belonging. She is Sally Helgesen, the world's premier expert on women's leadership and an internationally bestselling author, speaker, and leadership coach.
Her most recent book is Rising Together: How We Can Bridge Divides and Create a More Inclusive Workplace. And she's with us now.
The following is a conversation between Tonia Wellons, President & CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For five decades, the Greater Washington Community Foundation has connected caring donors with nonprofits, creating lasting change in DC, Montgomery County, Northern Virginia, and Prince George's County. It is the region's largest local funder, having invested more than a billion and a half dollars since 1973 to build racially-equitable, just, and thriving communities where everyone prospers.
And here to tell us more about this work is Tonia Wellons, the president and CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Stefan Falk, author of Intrinsic Motivation: Learn to Love Your Work and Succeed as Never Before, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The true solution to becoming happier, healthier, and more productive is to become intrinsically motivated to stop wasting time on activities that don't really contribute to your career or your organization's success, but instead find ways to take pleasure in what you do, and do it well.
That's the message of my next guest. He's Stefan Falk, internationally recognized executive coach and author of a splendid new book titled Intrinsic Motivation: Learn to Love Your Work and Succeed as Never Before.
The following is a conversation between John A. List, Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago, Chief Economist at Walmart, and author of The Voltage Effect: How to Make Good Ideas Great and Great Ideas Scale, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
We live in a society that highly values and rewards innovation. If you go to Amazon and type in innovation, you will find over 60,000 books. But the work of scaling those innovations can almost be an afterthought. A similar search will yield only 4,000 results. My next guest thinks there is something wrong with that picture and has written a book to address it.
He is John List, the Kenneth C. Griffin Distinguished Services Professor in Economics at the University of Chicago, the Visiting Robert F. Hartsook Chair in Fundraising at Indiana University's Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, and the author of a splendid book titled The Voltage Effect: How to Make Good Ideas Great and Great Ideas Scale. Welcome to The Business of Giving, John.
The following is a conversation between Stacey D. Stewart, CEO of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving, or MADD, seeks to stop drunk driving, prevent underage drinking, and strive for stricter impaired driving policy, whether that impairment is caused by alcohol or any other drug. They also serve as a lifeline for thousands of victims and survivors.
And here to tell us more about this work and their vision for the future is Stacey D. Stewart, the Chief Executive Officer of Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Stacey.
The following is a conversation between Chris Goett, President & CEO of the Santa Fe Community Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Since 1981,the Santa Fe Community Foundation has been dedicated to improving the health and vitality of Northern New Mexico. As a comprehensive center for community philanthropy, they collaborate with hundreds of local nonprofits, connect thousands of generous donors to giving opportunities, and support causes that improve the quality of life for all in the region.
And here to discuss this work, as well as the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead is Chris Goett, the president and CEO of the Santa Fe Community Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Alesha Washington, President & CEO of the Seattle Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Seattle Foundation is a community foundation serving the Greater Seattle area. Established in 1946, it is the oldest community foundation serving the Pacific Northwest, with a mission to ignite powerful, rewarding philanthropy to make Greater Seattle a stronger, more vibrant community for all.
And here to tell us more about their work and their vision for the future is Alesha Washington, the President and CEO of the Seattle Foundation. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Alesha.
The following is a conversation between Danny Warshay, the founding Executive Director of Brown University's Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship and author of See, Solve, Scale: How Anyone Can Turn an Unsolved Problem into a Breakthrough Success. and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Entrepreneurial Process, one of Brown University's highest-rated courses, has empowered thousands of students to start their own ventures. The professor for that course states that entrepreneurship, unlike what many people believe, is not a spirit or a gift, but rather a process that anyone can learn and that anyone can use to turn a problem into a solution with impact.
He is Danny Warshay, the founding Executive Director of Brown University's Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship and author of See, Solve, Scale: How Anyone Can Turn an Unsolved Problem into a Breakthrough Success. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Danny.
The following is a conversation between Simeon Banister, President & CEO of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Rochester Area Community Foundation, or RACF, works to improve the quality of life for people who live and work in the eight counties around Rochester, New York. Their goal is to realize a more equitable, inclusive, and vital region. And here to tell us more about their work is Simeon Banister, the President and CEO of the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Simeon.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Heidi K. Gardner, co-founder of Gardener & Co., a Distinguished Fellow at Harvard Law School, and co-author of Smarter Collaboration: A New Approach to Breaking Down Barriers and Transforming Work, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Nonprofits face more daunting challenges today than ever before, and the pandemic has brought home the realization that they will never successfully address these problems alone, but only in collaboration with others.
That is why I'm so excited to have our next guest with us. She is Dr. Heidi K. Gardner, a distinguished fellow at Harvard Law School, co-founder of the research and advisory firm, Gardner & Co., and co-author of Smarter Collaboration: A New Approach to Breaking Down Barriers and Transforming Work.
The following is a conversation between Lisa Mensah, President & CEO of Oregon Community Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Oregon Community Foundation, or OCF, was founded in 1973 with a big mission to improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy. In partnership with donors and volunteers, it works to strengthen communities in every county in Oregon through research, grant making, and scholarships.
And here to tell us more about their work is Lisa Mensah, the president and CEO of Oregon Community Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Steven M.R. Covey, Global Practice Leader at FranklinCovey & author of Trust and Inspire, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
We have a leadership crisis today. Despite our world having changed dramatically, our leadership style has not. According to my next guest, our way of leading organizations is seriously past its sell date. He is Stephen M. R. Covey, Global Practice Leader at FranklinCovey, speaker and the author of a number of bestselling books, including his most recent, titled, Trust and Inspire.
The following is a conversation between Steven Van Cohen, Co-Author of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams from Isolated to All In, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Feelings of loneliness among employees are on the rise with 72% of global workers suffering from it. This sense of isolation is contributing to a real and growing mental health problem that affects both individuals and organizations.
My next guest will discuss how to tackle this issue and how you can transform an isolated workforce into one that's happier, more engaged, and more productive. He's Steven Van Cohen, the co-author of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In.
The following is a conversation between Tim Elmore, Founder & CEO of Growing Leaders, and author of A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team a Competitive Advantage, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
One of the biggest and most disruptive shifts that the American workforce has seen is the vast diversity of several generations working together, and this generational gap has become an undeniable source of tension in the global workplace, which includes nonprofit organizations.
Yet only 8% of US companies even recognize the impact of diverse generations on teams. Here to sort this all out for us is Tim Elmore, the founder and CEO of Growing Leaders and the author of A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team a Competitive Advantage.
he following is a conversation between Dr. Richard Safeer, Author of A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier, and More Resilient Organization, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Do you ever wonder what you could do to make your workplace happier, healthier, and more productive? Would you be interested in a roadmap to create a culture of health on your team and in your organization that keeps your people positive and more engaged?
Well, if so, my next guest can help. He is Dr. Richard Safeer, the Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-Being for Johns Hopkins Medicine, and author of A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier, and More Resilient Organization.
The following is a conversation between Jeremy Utley, Co-Author of Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters , and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Innovation doesn't come from a sprint or a hackathon, but rather is a result of maximizing ideaflow. My next guest offers a proven strategy for coming up with great ideas by yourself or with your team, and then quickly determining which are worthy.
Now that sounds pretty cool, doesn't it? He is Jeremy Utley, co-director of Stanford's famed design school or d.school, and co-author of Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters.
The following is a conversation between Erin Lewellen, CEO of Global Citizen Year, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
One of the most innovative and forward-thinking nonprofit organizations to come into existence over the past 15 years is Global Citizen Year. It's also an organization that is continually reinventing itself in response to our changing world. And here to discuss that with us is Erin Lewellen, the CEO of Global Citizen Year.
The following is a conversation between Frank Fernandez, President & CEO of the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The mission of the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta is to inspire and lead the region toward equity and shared prosperity for all. The foundation's strategic touchstone is TogetherATL, a collaborative approach with community stakeholders, donors, nonprofits, and others to examine complex challenges and to create solutions that build a thriving region.
And here to discuss this with us in more detail is Frank Fernandez, the President and CEO of the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Frank.
he following is a conversation between Amy Freitag, President of The New York Community Trust, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The New York Community Trust is a community foundation for New York City with divisions in Westchester and Long Island. It is one of the largest community foundations in the United States, and it will be celebrating the centennial anniversary next year. There's been a lot happening, and here to discuss it with us, as well as what the future holds, is Amy Freitag, the president of The New York Community Trust.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Jean Greaves, Co-Author of Team Emotional Intelligence 2.0, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
As organizations shift to depend more on team-based structures, the pressure to develop high-performing teams is more critical than ever. And while it's crucial to have talented, bright people within a team, there's a dynamic that's even more essential to overall team effectiveness. That dynamic is Team Emotional Intelligence, or Team EQ. And here to discuss that with us today is Dr. Jean Greaves, EQ expert and co-author of Team Emotional Intelligence 2.0.
Welcome to The Business of Giving, Jean.
The following is a conversation between Dr. David Burkus, Author of Leading from Anywhere, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
One of the world's leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus, helps leaders and teams to do their very best work. His latest book is titled Leading from Anywhere. In it, he tackles the key challenges that managers face, from hiring and onboarding new members from afar, to building culture remotely, tracking productivity, communicating speedily and avoiding burnout.
And he is with us now. Welcome to the Business of Giving, David.
The following is a conversation between Timothy Clark, Founder and CEO of LeaderFactor, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
If there was a guide, a playbook that showed you how you could build psychological safety in your organization, create an environment where your employees felt included, fully engaged, and were encouraged to contribute their best efforts and ideas, would you be interested in learning more about it?
Well, you're about to from Dr. Timothy Clark, founder and CEO of LeaderFactor and the author of the bestselling book, The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety: Defining the Path to Inclusion and Innovation. Welcome to the Business of Giving, Tim.
The following is a conversation between Gustavo Razzetti, founder of Fearless Culture and author of Remote, Not Distant, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Very rarely is there a question of universal concern that impacts every organization and every company. But today, there is. What will the workplace of tomorrow look like? And when, if ever, will employees return to the office? No one has examined this question any more thoroughly or skillfully than my next guest. He is Gustavo Razzetti, the founder of Fearless Culture, and author of Remote, Not Distant.
The following is a conversation between La June Montgomery Tabron, President & CEO of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation, founded in 1930, is among the largest philanthropic foundations in the United States. Guided by the belief that all children should have an equal opportunity to thrive, the foundation works with communities to create conditions for vulnerable children so they can realize their full potential in school, work, and life.
And here to discuss this work and a number of their recent initiatives is La June Montgomery Tabron, the president and CEO of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Soraya Alexander, President of Classy & COO of GoFundMe, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Classy is a social enterprise that helps nonprofits maximize their impact through a suite of world-class, online fundraising tools. GoFundMe is a crowdfunding platform that allows people to raise money for events such as celebrations and graduations, as well as for challenging circumstances like accidents and illnesses.
Earlier this year, these two organizations came together as one. And here to tell us all about it is Soraya Alexander, the President of Classy and the Chief Operating Officer of GoFundMe.
The following is a conversation with Jeroo Billimoria, chief facilitator of Catalyst 2030, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Catalyst 2030 is a fast-growing global movement of people and organizations committed to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, by 2030. Launched at the World Economic Forum in Davos in January of 2020, the organization is a social entrepreneur and innovator-led movement responding to this global call to action for people and planet.
It's also a learning organization. And earlier this year, it issued a report titled: Catalysing Change: Catalytic networks and catalysing collaboration towards attaining the Sustainable Development Goals. And here to discuss those findings with us are Jeroo Billimoria, chief facilitator of Catalyst 2030, and Cynthia Rayner, a consultant to the group.
The following is a conversation between Michelle Brown, founder and CEO of CommonLit, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
CommonLit is a nonprofit education technology organization dedicated to ensuring that all students, especially those in Title I schools, graduate with the reading, writing, communication, and problem-solving skills they need to be successful in college and beyond. They have been especially busy since the lockdown and are now helping create solutions to address the learning loss that occurred as a result. And here to share that story with us is Michelle Brown, the founder and CEO of CommonLit.
The following is a conversation with Julia Coffman and Dr. Chera Reid, Co-Executive Directors of The Center for Evaluation Innovation, and Denver Frederick the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Center for Evaluation Innovation, or CEI, partners with philanthropy to provide changemakers the space and resources needed to advance racial justice and create an equitable future. CEI leads evaluation projects, consults on strategy and learning, and supports field building through convening, organizing and research efforts.
And here to discuss this work with us are their co-executive directors, Dr. Chera Reid and Julia Coffman. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Chera and Julia.
The following is a conversation between Sean Mayberry, the Chief Executive Officer of StrongMinds, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Many people believe that mental health is last or at least should be last on the list of priorities when it comes to international aid and development, but my next guest maintains that it shouldn't be last, rather it should be first, and making it so would be a very wise investment. And here with us to explain that reasoning is Sean Mayberry, the founder and CEO of StrongMinds. Welcome back to the Business of Giving, Sean.
The following is a conversation between Jennifer Garvey Berger, co-author of Unleash Your Complexity Genius: Growing Your Inner Capacity to Lead, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
As the world becomes increasingly complex, it might seem that humans are not capable of managing that level of complexity. My next guest, however, believes that is not the case as long as we can tap into our natural inclination towards connection, engagement, and creativity– all necessary skills to thrive in complexity. She is Jennifer Garvey Berger, the Chief Executive Officer of Cultivating Leadership and the author of Unleash Your Complexity Genius: Growing Your Inner Capacity to Lead.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at The Trevor Project, the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people.
We’ll start with their CEO, Amit Paley, who will share his thoughts about their corporate culture.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Glasswing International. Their mission is to address the root causes and consequences of violence and poverty in Latin America through programs that empower youth, mobilize communities, and strengthen public systems
We’ll start with their CEO, Ken Baker, who will explain the significance of the organization’s name.
The following is a conversation between Angela Williams, CEO of United Way Worldwide and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
A case could be made that the most important and most influential nonprofit organization in the world today is United Way Worldwide. And although it's a global organization, its power and its impact come from understanding and serving local communities. And here to tell us what's been happening at the United Way, as well as where it's headed, is Angela Williams, the president and CEO of United Way Worldwide.
The following is a conversation between Srik Gopal of Humanity United, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Humanity United is dedicated to cultivating the conditions for enduring peace and freedom. They support and work alongside partners who are working to advance human dignity and change the systems that enable violent conflict and human exploitation to occur around the world.
And here to tell us more about this vital work is Srik Gopal, the managing partner of Humanity United. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Srik?
The following is a conversation with Pamela Shifman of Shake the Table and Nidhi Sahni of Bridgespan, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Many feminist movements have achieved their successes with only minimal philanthropic support. In fact, as of 2018, only about 1% of gender-focused international aid was directed to women's rights organizations. Lighting the way is a report for philanthropy on the power and promise of feminist movements. And here to discuss its findings are its two lead authors, Pamela Shifman of Shake the Table and Nidhi Sahni of Bridgespan.
The following is a conversation between Lynn Margherio, the Founder and CEO of Cradles to Crayons, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
More than 20 million children in the United States do not have the clothing and basic essentials they need for healthy childhood development. Families are struggling more than ever to pay for rent and groceries and often can't afford the basic items for their children– properly-fitting outfits for school, diapers, a backpack, shoes, pajamas, a coat for the cold weather.
Cradles to Crayons helps to fulfill these critical but overlooked needs. And here to discuss how they do it is Lynn Margherio, the Founder and CEO of Cradles to Crayons. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Lynn.
The following is a conversation between Joan Steinberg, the President of the Morgan Stanley Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For over six decades, the Morgan Stanley Foundation has committed to serving those in need, with a focus on children's health. They give back to the communities where their people live and work through long-lasting partnerships, community-based delivery, and engaging their best asset, Morgan Stanley employees.
And here to update us on a number of their current initiatives is Joan Steinberg, the President of the Morgan Stanley Foundation and their Global Head of Philanthropy.
The following is a conversation between Katherine Milligan, Director of Collective Change Lab, Inc., and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Katherine Milligan is a teacher, writer, speaker and mentor in the field of social entrepreneurship. She's led the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship and launched the first-ever Harvard executive education module on systems change.
Among a number of other roles she currently holds, she is Director of Collective Change Lab, and she's with us now. Welcome to the Business of Giving, Katherine.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Urvashi Sahni, CEO of Study Hall Educational Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Dr. Urvashi Sahni is the founding president and chief executive officer of Study Hall Educational Foundation. She's a leading expert in school governance, curriculum reform, and teacher training with a special focus on girls' education and the use of technology in education. Her work on feminist pedagogy has been recognized around the world, and she's with us now.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Comic Relief USA, a nonprofit organization that uses the power of entertainment to drive positive change towards their vision of a just world, free from poverty. We’ll start with their CEO, Allison Moore, who will explain how Comic Relief USA goes about its work.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Food Forward.. an organization that has distributed 250 million pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables recovered across Los Angeles, 11 more California counties, and six adjacent states and tribal lands.
We’ll start with their Founder & CEO, Rick Nahmias, on why they decided to be a nonprofit organization.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Uninhibited, a nonprofit organization that build safe spaces, to break the silence around menstrual health in marginalized communities, so women and girls can stay in school, workforce, and participate equitably in society.
We’ll start with their CEO, Dilip Pattubala, who talks about aligning their culture with their mission.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Simprints. The company builds biometric fingerprint technology for use by governments, NGOs, and nonprofits for people in the developing world who lack proof of legal identity.
We’ll start with their CEO, Toby Norman, and the importance he places on bringing great talent on board.
The following is a conversation between Joe Wolf, co-founder & CEO of Imagine Worldwide, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Hundreds of millions of children and youth do not have access to school, and hundreds of millions more go to school but never learned to read or write due to overcrowded schools, teacher shortages, absenteeism… among other things. Imagine Worldwide is a nonprofit organization that is laser-focused on assuring that the most marginalized children can develop critical foundational literacy and numeracy skills.
But how do they do it? Well, here to tell us how is Joe Wolf, the co-founder and CEO of Imagine Worldwide. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Joe.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at RED an organization that PARTNERS WITH THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC BRANDS TO BUILD STRONGER HEALTH SYSTEMS THAT FIGHT PANDEMICS.
We’ll start with Jennifer Lotito, their President who will tell us about how the Organization came to be.
The following is a conversation between Emily Bancroft, President of VillageReach, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
VillageReach works to solve healthcare delivery challenges and low resource communities in Africa. Their approach includes developing, testing, implementing, and scaling new systems, technologies, and programs that improve health outcomes by extending the reach and enhancing the quality of healthcare. And here to tell us more about this work is Emily Bancroft, the president of VillageReach. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Emily.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Eye to Eye, Their mission is to improve the educational experience and outcomes of every student who learns differently, including those with specific learning disabilities, (ADHD), or other similar challenges related to learning.
We’ll start with David Flink, Chief Empowerment Officer and Marcus Soutra, President, who’ll share their perspectives about their work and organization.
The following is a conversation between Dena Trujillo, President & CEO of Crisis Text Line, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality, text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need. And here to tell us more about this work and the impact the past two years have had on young people's mental health is Dena Trujillo, the president and CEO of Crisis Text Line.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Braven, an organization dedicated to closing the education-to- employment gap faced by some of our most promising young leaders.
We’ll start with Aimée Eubanks Davis, their Founder and CEO, who will tell us how the organization got its start.
The following is a conversation between Jake Smith, Executive Director, and Nadia Kist, Director of Africa Partnerships at Blood:Water, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Blood:Water partners with African community-driven organizations to end water and HIV/AIDS health disparities through organizational strengthening and financial support. And here to tell us more about their mission and the work they're doing are Jake Smith, executive director, and Nadia Kist, director of Africa partnerships for Blood:Water.
The following is a conversation between Andrew Muir, President & CEO of Wilderness Foundation Africa, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Wilderness Foundation Africa, or WFA, works to protect and sustain wildlife and wilderness through integrated conservation and education programs. Whether it's direct action anti-poaching in the field, large landscape wilderness management, or developing rising young leaders from disadvantaged communities for a career in conservation, Wilderness Foundation Africa has been getting results for 50 years. And here to tell us more about their work and the difference that it's making is Andrew Muir, the President and CEO of Wilderness Foundation Africa.
The following is a conversation between Laura Aden, President and CEO of the Howard Gilman Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Howard Gilman believed in the power of the arts to transform lives. In honoring his legacy, the foundation named for him provides funding and support to New York City-based performing arts organizations that are reflective of the city's vibrant cultural community. And here to tell us more about their work and the impact that the past two years have had on the performing arts in New York City is Laura Aden, the executive director of the Howard Gilman Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Nick Wise, co-founder and CEO of OceanMind, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
OceanMind is a nonprofit organization that powers marine enforcement and compliance to protect the ocean's ability to provide for human wellbeing. Using satellites and artificial intelligence, they help authorities enforce more effectively and industry to work more responsibly. And here to explain in more detail how this work is done and the difference that it is making is Nick Wise, the co-founder and CEO of OceanMind.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at the Luminos Fund, a national impact finance and advisory nonprofit. We’ll start with Caitlin Baron, their President and CEO, who will tell us about the mission of the organization.
The following is a conversation between Mickey Cockrell, co-founder and CEO of Catie’s Closet, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Catie's Closet transforms unused spaces into free in-school stores or closets where pre-K through 12th grade students in need have immediate access to basic necessities and quality, up-to-date clothing. Access to clothing and supplies helps to increase students' self-esteem and sense of belonging. And here to tell us more about what they do and the difference they're making is Mickey Cockrell, the co-founder and CEO of Catie's Closet.
The following is a conversation between Guillaume Landry, Executive Director of ECPAT International, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
ECPAT International is a leading global network exclusively dedicated to ending child prostitution, child pornography, and the trafficking of children for sexual purposes. They advocate for change by putting the crime of child sexual exploitation onto global, regional, and national agendas. And here to tell us about their work and the impact that it is having is Guillaume Landry, the executive director of ECPAT International.
The following is a conversation between Rick Nahmias, Founder and CEO of Food Forward, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity, and inspiring others to do the same. And here to tell us how they go about this work and the difference that it is making is Rick Nahmias, the Founder and CEO of Food Forward.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at the CDC Foundation, the sole entity created by Congress to mobilize philanthropic and privatesector resources to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s critical health protection work We’ll start with Dr. Judith Monroe, their President and CEO, who will tell us about the organization.
The following is a conversation between Cindy Eggleston, co-founder and CEO of Brilliant Detroit, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Brilliant Detroit is dedicated to building Kid Success Neighborhoods, where families with children up to eight years of age, have what they need to be school-ready, healthy, and stable. They do this by establishing and operating homes in high-need neighborhoods that offer proven programming to families and children. And here to share with us their model and the impact that it's had on Detroit is Cindy Eggleton, the co-founder and CEO of Brilliant Detroit.
The following is a conversation between Jacques Sebisaho, co-founder and Executive Director of Amani Global Works, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Amani Global Work's mission is to care, cure, and make whole by providing healthcare to the most impoverished and forgotten areas of Africa. Founded in 2010, their work has been concentrated on the Island of Idjwi, located between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. And here to tell us about that work and the impact that it's had is Dr. Jacques Sebisaho, co-founder and executive director of Amani Global Works.
The following is a conversation between Thomas Vozzo, Chief Executive Officer of Homeboy Industries, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Thomas Vozzo is CEO of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention, rehabilitation, and re-entry program in the world. In combination with workforce development job training, Homeboy Industries provides healing and alternatives to gang life while creating more inclusive, safer, and healthier communities. He's also the author of the recently released book, The Homeboy Way: A Radical Approach to Business and Life.
The following is a conversation between Gerald Abila, Founder of BarefootLaw, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
BarefootLaw's mission is to make legal services readily available to 50 million Africans by 2030. Starting in Uganda, they are harnessing the power of digital technology and innovations like artificial intelligence to assure that every Ugandan has access to justice. And here to tell us more about what they do and the impact they're having is Gerald Abila, the founder of BarefootLaw.
The following is a conversation between Ken Baker, co-founder and CEO of Glasswing International, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In 2007, Glasswing International was founded based on the knowledge that communities in Latin America face health and education challenges on a grand scale. Their mission is to address the root causes and consequences of violence and poverty through programs that empower youth, mobilize communities, and strengthen public systems. And to learn more about how they go about this work and the impact that it has had, it's a pleasure to have with us, Ken Baker, the co-founder and CEO of Glasswing International.
The following is a conversation between Tom Adams, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of 60 Decibels, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
60 Decibels is an end-to-end impact measurement company. Using the Lean Data approach, they speak directly to customers, employees, or beneficiaries, returning high-quality data in weeks to help organizations maximize their impact and grow their business. And here to tell us more about what they do and the impact they have had is Tom Adams, the co-founder and chief strategy officer of 60 Decibels.
The following is a conversation between Deborah Hughes, President and CEO of Brookview House, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Founded in 1990, Brookview House is a nonprofit organization led by black and Latinx women that works for justice, equity and systemic change for low-income mothers and their children living in Boston. Its innovative approach addresses the distinct needs of each family member, adults and children. Brookview’s commitment extends beyond its own walls, offering programs to families within the local community as well. And here to tell us more about their work and the impact that it has had is Deborah Hughes, the President and CEO of Brookview House.
The following is a conversation between Christophe Cox, President and CEO of APOPO, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
APOPO is a global nonprofit that trains African giant pouched rats, nicknamed HeroRATS, to detect landmines or tuberculosis using their extraordinary sense of smell. APOPO’s scent detection technology has a massive potential to relieve human suffering, not just in these two areas but potentially in other unexplored fields as well.
And here to tell us how this all works and the impact that it has had, is Christophe Cox, the Co-founder and CEO of APOPO.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Nest. We’ll begin with their CEO, Rebecca Van Bergen, who will tell us of their mission followed by Shalini who explains how they pivoted to continue to deliver their services during the lockdown.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Social Finance, a national impact finance and advisory nonprofit. We’ll start with Tracy Palandjian, their President and CEO , who will tell us about the organization.
The following is a conversation between Frank Beadle de Palomo, President and CEO of mothers2mothers, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
mothers2mothers, or m2m, is bolstering African health care systems while delivering empowerment opportunities for women. They employ, train and help to empower HIV-positive women as community health workers. Their work has saved hundreds of thousands of lives, created thousands of jobs, and given health and hope to some of the most marginalized communities across 10 African countries. And here to tell us more about their work and impact is Frank Beadle de Palomo, the President and CEO of mothers2mothers.
The following is a conversation between Sabrina Habib, Co-Founder and Chief Exploration Officer of Kidogo, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The childcare crisis is hitting economies and societies around the world and it's hitting it hard. With more than 350 million young children able to receive childcare globally, all too many parents are forced to choose between working to put food on the table and providing quality care for their children.
An organization that is addressing this issue in East Africa and in the most innovative fashion is Kidogo, and it's a pleasure to have with us now their Co-Founder and Chief Exploration Officer, Sabrina Habib.
The following is a conversation between Sharon Waxman, President & CEO of the Fair Labor Association, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Fair Labor Association is a nonprofit collaborative effort of universities, civil society organizations, and businesses. Its mission is promoting adherence to international and national labor laws. They believe that the products we buy should not come at the cost of workers' rights. And here to tell us more about what they do and how they do it is Sharon Waxman, the president and CEO of the Fair Labor Association.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at the World Food Program USA. We’ll begin with their CEO, Baron Segar, who will tell us of their mission, followed by India who will discuss the importance of Leadership in the organization.
The following is a conversation between Shona McDonald, the Founder and Executive Director of Shonaquip, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Shonaquip is considered a model for many social enterprises all over the world. Founded in 1992, they improve the lives of people with severe disabilities by addressing mobility barriers through supplying appropriate devices, custom-made wheelchairs, related services, and training. And here with us to discuss their extraordinary work is Shona McDonald, the Founder and Executive Director of Shonaquip.
The following is a conversation between Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For more than a century, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has provided children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better and forever. Their breadth and reach is, well, breathtaking, with more than 2 million children served over the past 10 years, and with nearly 400,000 volunteer mentors and families currently engaged. But there is still so much more to be done; and here to discuss that with us, it's a pleasure to have Artis Stevens, the President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Welcome to the Business of Giving, Artis.
The following is a conversation between Jennifer Blatz, President and CEO of StriveTogether, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
StriveTogether is a national nonprofit working in 70 communities across the United States to ensure that every child has every chance to succeed, because race, ethnicity, poverty, and circumstance should not determine opportunity or outcome. And here to tell us more about the work they do and how they do it is Jennifer Blatz, the president and CEO of StriveTogether.
The following is a conversation between Sean Doherty, the Chairman of the JDRF Type 1 Diabetes Fund, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In 2015, a group of JDRF volunteers, formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, observed that there was virtually no private investment in type 1 diabetes, which was causing a gap between scientific advancements and the delivery of solutions to the people who need them. Their solution: launch the JDRF T1D Fund, a venture philanthropy fund to create a market in T1D by using their capital and expertise to convince venture capital, biotech, and pharma to make the investments needed to cure type 1 diabetes. And here to tell us about how this work is going is Sean Doherty, the chairman of the T1D Fund.
In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Good360. Good360 is a global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving. They partner with some of the world’s largest corporations to source essential goods and distribute them through their network of diverse nonprofits, supporting people in need and opening opportunity for all.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
On this edition of The Paths Forward, we’re going to speak to team members at The Freedom Fund. Their mission is to mobilise the knowledge, capital and will needed to end slavery. We’ll begin with their CEO, Nick Grono, and then hear from other members of the staff.
The following is a conversation between Neelam Chhiber, Co-Founder and Managing Trustee of Industree Foundation and Managing Director of Mother Earth, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Neelam Chhiber is a co-founder and managing trustee of Industree Foundation and managing director of Mother Earth. She has worked for over two decades with rural artisans to help them with the skills and tools that can cater to India and global demand. She's a winner of the Charles Schwab Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award and is a founding member of Catalyst 2030, a collaborative movement to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Welcome to The Business of Giving, Neelam.
The following is a conversation between F. Warren McFarlan, Professor at Harvard Business School and author of Effective Fundraising: The Trustees Role and Beyond, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Social enterprise organizations have played a vibrant and important role in America for more than a century. And yet, the business of fundraising has not become any easier or more elegant. So my next guest has created a blueprint to help provide a sustainable revenue model for nonprofit organizations so they can best fulfill their missions.
The following is a conversation between Nancy Roob, President and CEO of Blue Meridian Partners, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Blue Meridian Partners is a new model for finding and funding scalable solutions to the problems that trap young people and families in poverty in the United States, problems such as unplanned pregnancy, foster care transitions and adoptions, employment opportunities, recidivism, and more.
And here to discuss this work with us, it's a pleasure to have Nancy Roob, the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Blue Meridian Partners.
The following is a conversation between Dilip Kumar Pattubala, Co-Founder and CEO of Uninhibited, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Dilip Kumar Pattubala first learned about the lack of menstrual health options for women when he was working for a social enterprise in Bangalore. Surprised by this information, he began to research the problem and discovered that many women in India did not even know what a menstrual pad was. The end result, the co-founding of an organization which today goes by the name, Uninhibited, and he's with us now.
The following is a conversation between Kris Kepler, CEO of LavaMaeX, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
LavaMaeX is a nonprofit that teaches people around the world to bring mobile showers and other essential care services to the street where their unhoused neighbors need them most. Using this Radical Hospitality approach, meeting people wherever they are with extraordinary care, LavaMaeX helps restore dignity, rekindle optimism, and fuel a sense of opportunity. And here to tell us more about what they're doing today and what they'll be doing tomorrow is Kris Kepler, the CEO of LavaMaeX.
The following is a conversation between Amy Lesnik, President and CEO of Pledge 1%, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Pledge 1% is a global movement that inspires, educates and empowers every entrepreneur, company and employee to be a force for good. Thousands of members in countries across the globe have used Pledge 1%’s flexible framework to ignite billions of dollars in new philanthropy. And here to tell us how it works and the impact it's having is Amy Lesnik, the President and CEO of Pledge 1%.
The following is a conversation between Sixto Cancel, Founder and CEO of Think of Us, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Think of Us operates as a Research and Development lab for child welfare, transforming the system so that people with lived experience are at the center of designing, imagining, and building it. It was founded and is led by a former foster youth who is with us now. He is Sixto Cancel, the CEO of Think of Us.
The following is a conversation between Michael Wasserman, Co-Founder and CEO of Tiltify, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Tiltify is a full service fundraising platform that was made for the socially conscious generation. They work with charities to turn their stream into live fundraising through sites such as Twitch, YouTube, Mixer, Facebook live, and Twitter.
And here to tell us about that and the other services they provide is Michael Wasserman, the CEO of Tiltify.
The following is a conversation between Jennifer Lotito, President of (RED), and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
(RED) was founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver in 2006 to turn companies into a force to fight the AIDS pandemic. Today, that cohort is also fighting the urgent threat of COVID and its devastating impact on the most vulnerable communities, answering the need for a truly global response.
And here to discuss this work and their evolution is Jennifer Lotito, the president of (RED).
The following is a conversation between William Foster and Darren Isom of the Bridgespan Group, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The very first endowed chairs were established by the Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, Marcus Aurelius, in Athens all the way back in 176 AD. He created one endowed chair for each of the major schools of philosophy.
Today, nonprofit endowments are all too rare, especially for social change organizations led by people of color, whose endowments are nearly four times smaller than those of white-led organizations. This, according to a new Bridgespan Group analysis, and here from the Bridgespan Group to discuss it with us are William Foster and Darren Isom.
The following is a conversation between Amy Freitag, Executive Director of The J.M. Kaplan Fund, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The J.M. Kaplan Fund champions transformative social, environmental, and cultural causes through inventive grantmaking. Over its history, the Fund has devoted some $300 million to propel fledgling efforts concerning civil liberties, human rights, the arts, and the conservation and enhancement of the built and natural worlds. To continue its legacy of catalytic giving, the Fund launched the J.M.K. Innovation Prize in 2015, reaching across America to provide early-stage support for entrepreneurs with 21st-century solutions to urgent social challenges.
And here to discuss all of that with us is Amy Freitag, the Executive Director of The J.M. Kaplan Fund.
The following is a conversation between Amy Klement, the Managing Partner of Imaginable Futures, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: Imaginable Futures is a global philanthropic investment firm that combines impact investing and foundation grantmaking in order to unleash human potential through learning. They aspire to shift inequitable systems and bring to life transformative solutions for learners of all ages.
And here to tell us more about what they do and how they do it is Amy Klement, the Managing Partner of Imaginable Futures.
The following is a conversation between Brian Greenberg, CEO of Silicon Schools Fund, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Silicon Schools Fund funds the creation of new schools in the Bay Area that foster innovation and personalization to discover the next generation of schools in America. They have helped to launch or transform over 50 traditional district, charter, and private schools across Northern California in many of the highest-need communities.
And here to tell us more about what they do and what's working, it's a pleasure to have with us, Brian Greenberg, the CEO of Silicon Schools Fund.
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.
On this edition of The Paths Forward, we're going to speak to the good folks from Recidiviz. Their mission is to accelerate progress towards a smaller, fairer criminal justice system using modern data infrastructure and thoughtful product design to empower agencies to safely and sustainably improve outcomes for people. We'll begin with their CEO, Clementine Jacoby, and then hear from other members of the team.
The following is a conversation between Fredrik Galtung, co-founder and chief executive of TrueFootprint, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Fredrik Galtung is the chief executive and co-founder of TrueFootprint, the first bottom-up impact verification solution for supply chains. It helps companies improve the effectiveness of their sustainability investments. Before starting TrueFootprint, Fredrik was the founding staff member at Transparency International and co-founded Integrity Action, which delivered the largest scale, bottom-up monitoring of development projects and services. He's also a member of the Incubation Board of Catalyst 2030, a collaborative movement to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by that year.
The following is a conversation between Andrea Espinola Wilson and Adam Cole, national co-leads for the practice at BDO , and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
BDO delivers assurance, tax, and financial advisory services to clients throughout the country and around the globe. They also have a Nonprofit and Education Practice, which is led by my next two guests. They are Andrea Espinola Wilson and Adam Cole, the national co-leads for the Practice at BDO.
Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving. Monitor Institute is a multinational strategy consulting practice of Deloitte consulting. They work with social impact leaders to help surface and pioneer next practices, breakthrough approaches for societal challenges. And here to discuss what they do in more detail and the difference they're making, it's a pleasure to have with us, Dana O'Donovan, the managing director of Monitor Institute by Deloitte.
The following is a conversation between Soraya Alexander, COO of Classy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Classy is a social enterprise that helps nonprofits maximize their impact through a suite of world-class, online, fundraising tools. Nonprofits use their platform to raise money, engage their communities, and advance their missions. Here to tell us about the results from Giving Tuesday, some tips for year end, and the steps that help get a nonprofit off on the right foot in 2022 is Soraya Alexander, the chief operating officer of Classy. Welcome to the Business of Giving, Soraya.
The following is a conversation between Art delaCruz, CEO of Team Rubicon, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Team Rubicon serves communities by mobilizing veterans to continue their service, leveraging their skills and experience to help people prepare, respond, and recover from disasters and humanitarian crises. And by focusing on underserved or economically disadvantaged communities, they seek to make the largest impact possible. And here to tell us more about what they do and how they have responded to the COVID crisis, it's a pleasure to have with us, Art delaCruz, the chief executive officer of Team Rubicon.
The following is a conversation between Heather Templeton Dill, President of the John Templeton Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: The John Templeton Foundation is a philanthropic organization that reflects the ideas of its founder, the legendary investor, John Templeton. He wanted to support progress in religious and spiritual knowledge, especially at the intersection of religion and science. And he sought to fund research on methods to promote and develop moral character, purpose, creativity in people, and to promote free markets among other things. And here to discuss what they're up to today, it's a pleasure to have with us, Heather Templeton Dill, the president of the foundation.
The following is a conversation between Cynthia Rayner and François Bonnici, co-authors of The Systems Work of Social Change: How to Harness Connection, Context, and Power to Cultivate Deep and Enduring Change, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The industry of social change has grown to be larger than the global finance industry, employing about 7% of the world's workforce. Yet, most observers would agree that it's not always delivering the change we need. Current approaches, which rely on industrial models of production and power to solve social problems are, in fact, designed to entrench the status quo.
In their wonderful new book, The Systems Work of Social Change: How to Harness Connection, Context, and Power to Cultivate Deep and Enduring Change, co-authors Cynthia Rayner and François Bonnici draw on 200 years of history to uncover principles and practices for social change that radically depart from these approaches. And it's a pleasure to have them with us now.
The following is a conversation between Michael Green, CEO of the Social Progress Imperative, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Social Progress Imperative uses data to influence policies and investments to better serve all of humanity. They partner with leaders in every sector - government, business, and civil society - to meet the pressing needs of communities and equip them with the right information to tackle urgent global challenges. And here to discuss with us some of their latest work is Michael Green, the chief executive officer of the Social Progress Imperative.
The following is a conversation between Jennifer Garvey Berger, the CEO of Cultivating Leadership and Author of Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The massive amounts of complexity and change that leaders face these days are unprecedented. And our system, both organizational and bodily systems, are not automatically good at coping with this. In fact, our instinct to simplify a complex world can be dangerous.
This tendency and how to address it is captured in a wonderful book by my next guest. She is Jennifer Garvey Berger, the CEO of Cultivating Leadership and author of Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity.
The following is a conversation between Christen Brandt, Co-Founder of She's the First, and Co-author of Impact: A Step-by-Step Plan to Create the World You Want to Live In, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
All over the world, girls are treated as second to boys. Far too often, girls are denied an education, told who and when to marry, and blocked from leadership positions. Educated and respected girls are the exception, not the norm.
That is why the organization my next guest helps lead puts girls first. She is Christen Brandt, co-founder and COO of She's the First and co-author of Impact: A Step-by-Step Plan to Create the World You Want to Live In.
The following is a conversation between Niall Dennehy, the Co-founder and COO of AID:Tech, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
AID:Tech’s platform brings transparency and traceability to the distributions of resources by governments, NGOs, corporations, and charities. And by using blockchain applications, they are able to bring access and inclusion to the underserved.
Here to tell us about how this all works in practice, it's a pleasure to have Niall Dennehy, the co-founder and COO of AID:Tech.
The following is a conversation between Margaret Trilli, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of ImpactAssets, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In 2010, ImpactAssets was spun out of Calvert Impact Capital in recognition of the growing need to increase flows of capital to the world's greatest challenges. And since its inception, it has become the leading facilitator of direct impact investing within donor-advised funds.
Here to tell us more about what they do and the changes that are occurring in the field of impact investing is Margret Trilli, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of ImpactAssets.
The following year is a conversation between Dr. Shaun Conway, the Founder and President of the ixo Foundation and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
As philanthropists and impact investors pour money into social and environmentally-focused businesses and projects, a nagging question often hovers over their efforts: Is the capital actually ending up where it's intended? And is it delivering impact in a measurable, tangible manner? The ixo Foundation based in South Africa believes blockchain technology could help us assure that the answer to that is: Yes.
And here to tell us how, it's a pleasure to have Dr. Shaun Conway, the founder and president of the ixo Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Gillian Leek, the CEO of NEXT for Autism, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
NEXT for AUTISM transforms the national landscape of services for people with autism by strategically designing, launching, and supporting innovative programs. They believe that individuals with autism have the potential to live fulfilling, productive lives when supported by excellent services and connected to their communities.
And here to tell us about their work and what's next for people on the autism spectrum is Gillian Leek, the CEO of NEXT for AUTISM.
The following is a conversation between Kelly Dolan, the Chief Executive Officer of Ronald McDonald House Charities, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For nearly 50 years, the mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities has been to create, find, and support programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children and their families. And like most nonprofits, the past 18 months have been a tumultuous time for them and the families they serve.
And here to tell us about that and all that they do is Kelly Dolan, the president and chief executive officer of Ronald McDonald House.
The following is a conversation between Suzanne Ehlers, the CEO of The Malala Fund and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
The Malala Fund is an international nonprofit organization that advocates for girls’ education. It was co-founded by Malala Yousafzai, the Nobel Laureate and Pakistani activist for female education, and her father Ziauddin. Their goal – to amplify girls' voices and assure that every girl has access to 12 years of free, safe, and quality education.
And here to share with us more about what they're doing and how they're doing it is Suzanne Ehlers, the CEO of the Malala Fund.
The following is a conversation between Billy Waterson, the Co-Founder and Board Chair of One For Democracy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
One For Democracy is committed to protecting the democratic process for all Americans and ensuring the right of each citizen to have their vote counted. One of their initiatives, the One for Democracy Pledge, asks individuals and foundations to contribute at least 1% of their net worth towards this objective.
And here to tell us about this work, the impact that it has had, and what their future holds, it's a pleasure to have with us, Billy Watterson, the co-founder and board chair of One For Democracy.
The following is a conversation between Amy Sample Ward, the CEO of NTEN, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
NTEN, founded in 2000, is a community for those interested in the use of technology to support nonprofit organizations and the issues in which they're engaged. Its signature activity is its annual international conference, which is talked about by most everyone in the sector. This has been a time for a profound change, which includes the equity issues connected with the use of technology, both in the sector and in society at large. And here to discuss some of those issues, it's a pleasure to have with us, Amy Sample Ward, the CEO of NTEN.
The following is a conversation between Aaron Pereira and Sandrine Woitrin, the Project Leads of The Wellbeing Project, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Social activists have a disproportionately poor quality of life. Many struggle with depression, burnout, high divorce rates, and financial pressure. And while 75% of changemakers surveyed felt that looking after their wellbeing was very important, only 25% reported they actually did to a great extent.
The Wellbeing Project was created to change the culture of the field of social change to one welcoming of inner wellbeing, and to catalyze an infrastructure to support everyone working in the field. They believe that wellbeing inspires welldoing. And here to discuss this work with us is Aaron Pereira and Sandrine Woitrin, the project leads of The Wellbeing Project.
The following is a conversation between Joe Benincasa, CEO of the Actors Fund, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Since the start of the pandemic, The Actors Fund has distributed well over $20 million in financial assistance to thousands of people working in theater, film, television, music, and other entertainment fields. The organization envisions a world in which individuals contributing to our country's cultural vibrancy are supported, valued, and economically secure.
To learn more about their work and the impact that COVID has had on those in the industry, it's a pleasure to have with us, Joe Benincasa, the chief executive officer of The Actors Fund.
The following is a conversation between Rodney Foxworth, the chief executive officer of Common Future, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Common Future seeks to create sustainable, equitable communities that work for all without extracting from or marginalizing any communities. Founded in 2001, they believe that the ideas, models, and solutions that can restore community wealth already exists; they just require attention and investment. And here to discuss some of those models and solutions, it's a pleasure to have with us, Rodney Foxworth, the chief executive officer of Common Future.
The following is a conversation between Leslie Pine, the Managing Partner of The Philanthropic Initiative, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Philanthropic Initiative was founded on the belief that philanthropy has a power to transform. TPI provides consulting and program management services to help individuals, families, foundations, and companies increase the impact of their philanthropy while also working to promote effective philanthropy across the sector. And here to discuss all of this in some detail, it's a pleasure to have Leslie Pine, the managing partner of The Philanthropic Initiative.
The following is a conversation between Dana Bezerra, President of the Heron Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Heron Foundation, founded in 1992, is an organization that continuously learns. It acknowledges its missteps and then seeks to change in order to get better so it can best serve people, places, and enterprises. And here to tell us about their work and that learning journey is Dana Bezerra, the president of the Heron Foundation.
Welcome to The Business of Giving, Dana!
The following is a conversation between David Duncan, a Senior Partner at Innosight and the Author of The Secret Lives of Customers: A Detective Story About Solving the Mystery of Customer Behavior, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Customers have jobs to be done. They hire companies to solve a problem or fulfill a need and fire them when unhappy. This framework is shared in a very engaging new book by my next guest. He's David S. Duncan, a senior partner at Innosight, and the author of The Secret Lives of Customers: A Detective Story About Solving the Mystery of Customer Behavior.
The following is a conversation between Jim McKelvey, Founder of LaunchCode, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For many entrepreneurs, launching a single successful startup would be enough. But for Jim McKelvey, his success involves a half dozen different startups, the best known of those being Square. But another one would be LaunchCode, a non-profit organization based in St. Louis that is building a skilled workforce by creating pathways for driven people seeking careers in technology. He is also the author of The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time, and he is with us now.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Michael McAfee, President and CEO of PolicyLink, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
PolicyLink is a national research and action institute advancing racial and economic equity. It works to help restructure democracy in the economy to benefit everyone, lift up work done by communities of color, and to put people first by making the scale and duration of relief match the scale and duration of the need. And here to discuss this work and their vision for the future, it's a pleasure to have with us, Dr. Michael McAfee, the president and CEO of PolicyLink.
The following is a conversation between Chris Himes, the Chief Executive Officer of Classy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Classy is a social enterprise that helps nonprofits maximize their impact through a suite of world-class online fundraising tools. Nonprofits use their platform to raise money, engage their communities, and advance their missions. And since 2011, they have helped raise nearly $3 billion for social good. They recently issued their 2021 State of the Modern Philanthropy Report.
And here to talk about it and other matters of interest, it's a pleasure to have with us, Chris Himes, the CEO of Classy.
The following is a conversation between Alix Guerrier, the Chief Executive Officer of Global Giving, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The
GlobalGiving is a nonprofit that supports other nonprofits by connecting them to donors and companies. Since 2002, they have helped trusted community-led organizations across the world to access the tools, training and support they need to make our world a better place. It's an organization that continues to evolve and improve. And here to tell us how and in what ways, it's a pleasure to have Alix Guerrier, the chief executive officer of GlobalGiving.
The following is a conversation between Kevin Starr, the CEO of the Mulago Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Mulago Foundation invests in charities and philanthropic opportunities that have the highest impact. They seek organizations that are addressing a priority problem, offer a scalable solution, and have the capacity to deliver. And here to discuss their work, as well as share his perspectives on issues impacting the social sector, it's a pleasure to have with us, Kevin Starr, the CEO of the Mulago Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Kevin Brown, the founder and CEO of Mighty Ally, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Many of the world's most significant social problems remain unsolved: one-quarter of all humans live without electricity; 750 million people lack access to clean drinking water; and preventable diseases like diarrhea take the lives of two million children each year.
Do these problems seem to be more significant than what website you're going to click on to book your next hotel stay? Well, the organizations that are working on these problems above certainly do not have the level of expertise or support in marketing or strategy that big global brands do.
My next guest thought he would do something to address that. He is Kevin Brown, the founder and CEO of Mighty Ally.
The following is a conversation between John Kania, Founder and Executive Director of Collective Change Lab, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
My next guest has been a practitioner, researcher, writer, teacher, and speaker on how organizations and people can achieve change together. For 17 years, he ran FSG, a nonprofit consulting firm and think tank. From 2018 to 2020, he served as executive-in-residence at national venture philanthropy, New Profit, co-leading the launch of a systems change practice. He is John Kania, the Founder and Executive Director of Collective Change Lab.
The following is a conversation between Elise Westhoff, President & CEO of The Philanthropy Roundtable, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Philanthropy Roundtable, founded in 1991, is America's largest network of donors committed to protecting philanthropic freedom, upholding donor intent, and strengthening our free society through charitable giving. And here to discuss their work and some of the issues where they're currently engaged is Elise Westhoff, the President and CEO of The Philanthropy Roundtable.
The following is a conversation with Allison Fine and Beth Kanter, Co-authors of the upcoming book, The Smart Nonprofit: The Human-Centered Approach to Artificial Intelligence for Social Good, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: AI for Good brings together the best minds and technologies to solve the world's most urgent challenges such as reaching the sustainable development goals by 2030. Well, what about AI4Giving? What possibilities does it provide to enhance and expand philanthropy? What do you need to know but also need to be mindful of? Those answers were provided in a recent paper funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and co-authored by my next two guests.
They are Allison Fine, a pioneer in the use of digital technology for social good, and Beth Kanter, a recognized thought leader in digital transformation and well-being in the nonprofit workplace. And they will be coming out with a new book next spring on the subject titled The Smart Nonprofit: The Human Centered Approach to Artificial Intelligence for Social Good.
The following is a conversation between Jeroo Billimoria, Co-founder of Catalyst 2030, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Catalyst 2030 is a global movement of social entrepreneurs and social innovators from all sectors who share the common goal of creating innovative people-centric approaches to attain the Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, in 2030.
One of the co-founders of this initiative is Jeroo Billimoria, who among other things, founded Child Helpline International and Child and Youth Finance International. And she is with us now.
The following is a conversation between Meg Massey, Co-Author of Letting Go, How Philanthropists and Impact Investors Can Do More Good by Giving Up Control, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: The events of the past year have shined a light on the way that philanthropy and impact investing is conducted. It comes as no surprise that decision-makers tend to be disproportionately white, male, and from backgrounds of privilege, and decisions tend to be made in a closed and opaque fashion. But there's another story that's unfolding - one where funders have chosen to cede decision-making power to people with lived experience of the problem at hand. And that story is told in an exceptional book titled Letting Go: How Philanthropists and Impact Investors Can Do More Good by Giving Up Control. And it's a pleasure to have here with us its co-author, Meg Massey.
The following is a conversation between David Levy, Vice President at Amazon Web Services, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: The nonprofit sector tends to operate on tight budgets, so the cost of up-to-date technology can seem prohibitive. But effective use of technology can spawn innovation, improvements in efficacy, and better delivery on mission, more than justifying the cost and challenges of organizational change.
A company that partners with many nonprofits in this area is Amazon Web Services or AWS. And here to tell us what they do and the possibilities for your organization is David Levy, vice president at Amazon Web Services.
The following is a conversation between Laura Walker, President of Bennington College, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The first college to include visual and performing arts as an equal partner in the liberal arts curriculum was Bennington College in Vermont. Through its truly distinctive education, Bennington seeks to cultivate a mindset for change, a capacity to break new ground, and the conditions for progress. And here to discuss that with us, as well as the significant challenges facing the academy, is Laura Walker, the president of Bennington College.
The following is a conversation between Susanna Pollack, the President of Games for Change, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Gaming reaches close to 3 billion people worldwide. An organization that promotes the use of games and immersive media to drive social impact is Games for Change. Now, how good an idea is that? And here to talk about this work, as well as the upcoming Games for Change Festival, is Susanna Pollack, the President of Games for Change.
The following is a conversation between Anne Connelly, Co-author of Bitcoin and the Future of Fundraising: A Beginner's Guide to Cryptocurrency Donations, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Fundraisers are well aware that if you don't ask for the gift, it's almost certain you'll never see it. What's even more certain is that you'll never see a gift of cryptocurrency if your organization isn't set up to accept it. And these gifts, well, they can be pretty significant. Further, the technology that enables the existence of cryptocurrency, the Blockchain, has the potential to radically change the way nonprofits operate.
Here to discuss these profound developments, it's a pleasure to have with us Anne Connelly, the co-author of Bitcoin and the Future of Fundraising: A Beginner's Guide to Cryptocurrency Donations.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Judith Monroe, President and CEO of the CDC Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The CDC Foundation is an independent nonprofit and the sole entity created by Congress to mobilize philanthropic and private sector resources to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s critical health protection work. As such, they've been in the news and busier than ever this past year. And here to talk about that work and what's coming next, it's a pleasure to have with us, Dr. Judith Monroe, the president and CEO of the CDC Foundation.
The following is a conversation between James Hodson, Co-founder and CEO of AI for Good, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The AI for Good Foundation brings together the best minds and technologies to solve the world's most urgent problems. It does this through the lens of the global sustainable development agenda, a set of goals adopted by 150 countries to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. And here to discuss that and more, it's a pleasure to have with us, James Hodson, the co-founder and CEO of AI for Good.
The following is a conversation between Ray Madoff, Professor at Boston College Law School, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
ProPublica's recent investigation revealing that the top 25 wealthiest Americans have paid little and sometimes nothing in federal income taxes has resulted in demands to rewrite the tax code. And there are other calls to rewrite the tax code as well, such as for reforms that would accelerate charitable giving.
Those who are advocating for new rules on foundations and donor-advised funds suggest working charities have lost $300 billion in recent years due in large part to the proliferation of donor-advised funds. At the forefront of this initiative is Ray Madoff, a professor at Boston College Law School, where she teaches and writes in the areas of philanthropy, policy, taxes, property, and estate planning.
The following is a conversation between Kevin Cashman, Global Leader of CEO & Executive Development at Korn Ferry, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Has leadership ever been more important to the overall health of a nation, of a company, or a nonprofit organization than it has over the past year? There certainly is a case to be made that the difference between those who have thrived and those who have struggled, or in some cases failed to make it all together, was indeed due to the quality of leadership. To fully understand the role that leaders play and will need to play in the future, it'd be hard to find a better authority than my next guest. He is Kevin Cashman, Global Leader of CEO & Executive Development at Korn Ferry, and author of six books, including Leadership From the Inside Out, Awakening the Leader Within, andThe Pause Principle.
The following is a conversation between Will Page, the author of Tarzan Economics: Eight Principles for Pivoting Through Disruption, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Just about every challenge a nonprofit faces has been faced by someone else before, and that other someone has made all the usual mistakes, learned as it went along, and ultimately figured out what they needed to do. Arguably, the biggest challenge nonprofits face today is disruption - and on an unprecedented scale. And the other someone in this case is not another nonprofit, but the music industry.
My next guest says there's a lot we can learn from the experiences of the modern music industry, and he has put it all down in a book. He is Will Page, the former chief economist at Spotify and author of Tarzan Economics: Eight Principles for Pivoting Through Disruption.
The following is a conversation between Vince McMullin, Founder and CEO of GenXP, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
This past year, nonprofit organizations had to cancel countless galas, walks and other activities that are so central to their financial well-being. The silver lining from this, if there is one, is that nonprofits are discovering the benefits of turning towards virtual event technology, even going so far as relying on the gaming industry to make this possible. And here to discuss that with us and what the future might hold is Vince McMullin, the founder and CEO of virtual events platform, GenXP.
The following is a conversation between Casey Marsh, Chief Development Officer of Feeding America, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Feeding America is a nationwide network of more than 200 food banks that provide billions of meals to Americans through food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and other community-based agencies. These food banks have adapted to a new level of need during the pandemic, with many people seeking help for the very first time.
And here to talk about the many challenges they have faced, including an urgent need for increased funding, is Casey Marsh, the chief development officer of Feeding America.
The following is a conversation between Rosanne Haggerty, President & CEO of Community Solutions, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
As regular listeners of this podcast know, The Business of Giving has closely covered the MacArthur Foundation's 100&Change global competition since its inception. The competition seeks to identify the proposal that promises the greatest, real, and measurable progress in solving a critical problem of our time.
This year, MacArthur awarded the $100 million award to Community Solutions to accelerate an end to homelessness in 75 US communities in five years. And here to tell us more about it, it's a pleasure to have back Rosanne Haggerty, the president and CEO of Community Solutions.
The following is a conversation between Nick Tedesco, President and CEO of the National Center for Family Philanthropy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The National Center for Family Philanthropy, NCFP, is a source of knowledge and expertise that advocates for the value of family philanthropy. The organization has helped define this burgeoning field and is assisting donors to navigate a whole new set of realities that have arisen from the events of this past year. And here to discuss those with us, it's a pleasure to have Nick Tedesco, the president and CEO of the National Center for Family Philanthropy.
The following is a conversation between Jay Williams, President and CEO of the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving brings together dedicated individuals, businesses, and nonprofits to understand local challenges, share information, and put resources behind solutions into the Hartford region and across the state of Connecticut. This has been a year filled with extraordinary challenges, but opportunities as well.
And here to discuss those with us is Jay Williams, the president and CEO of the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving.
The following is a conversation between Rob Mather, the Founder and CEO of the Against Malaria Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Against Malaria Foundation, AMF, provides long-lasting insecticidal nets to populations at high risk for malaria, primarily in Africa. It has been rated as the most effective charity in the world and is the epitome of a movement called "effective altruism." And here to tell us more about what they do and how they do it, it's a pleasure to have with us the founder and CEO of the Against Malaria Foundation, Rob Mather.
The following is a conversation between Patrick Duffy, Co-founder of The Giving Block, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
If there's one activity that many nonprofits know very little about but feel an urgency to know an awful lot more... and fast... it would be accepting cryptocurrency contributions. And here to help with that, it's a pleasure to be joined by Patrick Duffy, the co-founder of The Giving Block.
The following is a conversation between Devin Hibbard, the Founder and CEO of the Street Business School, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Street Business School, SBS, trains women to launch microbusinesses, gain confidence, and leave poverty behind. But how do you provide training in the midst of a pandemic? And what can you do to achieve rapid global expansion of this model? To find that out and more, it's a pleasure to have with us Devin Hibbard, the founder and CEO of the Street Business School.
The following is a conversation between Nick Grono, the Chief Executive Officer of the Freedom Fund, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Modern slavery is a hidden crime with over 40 million people around the world finding themselves in this horrific situation. Given that it is prohibited under international law in almost every country, why is it so widespread and pervasive? And what is being done to address it? For the answers to those questions, it's a pleasure to have with us, Nick Grono, the chief executive officer of The Freedom Fund.
The following is a conversation between Dan Berelowitz, the CEO and Founder of Spring Impact, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
There's the old quote -- "You are not here to duplicate and replicate. You are here to innovate and initiate." But does that advice always work? And is it producing the most effective results to address our social problems? My next guest says: perhaps not, and he is here to explain why. He is Dan Berelowitz, the CEO and founder of Spring Impact.
The following is a conversation between Cass Sunstein, Co-Author of Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
If we could only remove bias from our decision-making, both conscious and unconscious bias, the decisions we make would be so much better. And that's true... up to a point. There is something else, however, we need to consider, and that is noise. And wherever there's a judgment being made, there is noise, and more of it than we think. That is a topic of an absolutely fascinating new book called Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment.
And it's a pleasure to have with us it's co-author, Harvard Law School professor, who's currently on leave to work in the Biden administration, Cass Sunstein.
The following is a conversation between Kevin Washington, President and CEO of the YMCA USA, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The YMCA is a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential purpose and each other, and they've been busy this past year reinventing what they do to help address the changing needs of the communities they serve. And here to talk about all that, it's a pleasure to have with us, the president and CEO of Y USA, Kevin Washington.
The following is a conversation between Wendy Guillies, President and CEO of the Kauffman Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation based in Kansas City was founded in 1966. It works with communities around education and entrepreneurship to increase opportunities that allow all people to learn to take risks, and own their success. And here to discuss that work in more detail with us is Wendy Guillies, the president and CEO of the Kauffman Foundation.
The following is a conversation with CEO Clementine Jacoby and Head of Product Andrew Warren of Recidiviz, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The United States comprises less than 5% of the world's population, but close to 25% of the world's prison population. Part of the problem is that there's a nationwide lack of uniformity in collecting and sharing data in the criminal justice system. It's a Tower of Babel of sorts, which leads to inefficiency and poor decision-making.
An organization that has made remarkable progress in addressing this seemingly intractable challenge is Recidiviz, and it's a pleasure to have with us its co-founders, CEO Clementine Jacoby and Head of Product Andrew Warren.
The following is a conversation between Preston James, Co-founder and CEO of Divinc, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
DivInc was the first early-stage tech startup accelerator in Texas, exclusively for people of color and women tech entrepreneurs. And it's an organization that's on the move, expanding into other cities, focusing on social justice, innovation, and serving women of color entrepreneurs through their Startup Sistas initiative. And it's a pleasure to have with us now their co-founder and CEO, Preston James.
The following is a conversation between Aaron Walker, the Founder and CEO of Camelback Ventures, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Camelback Ventures works to identify, develop, and promote underrepresented entrepreneurs working in social impact. It provides them with the coaching, capital, and connections they need to be successful. And here to discuss how they do it and the impact they've had is Aaron Walker, the founder and CEO of Camelback Ventures.
The following is a conversation between Paula Schneider, the President and CEO of Susan G. Komen, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Susan G. Komen is the only organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, global outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease. They've been doing this for nearly 40 years now. And here to talk about their work as well as their challenges is Paula Schneider, the president and CEO of Susan G. Komen.
The following is a conversation between Mark Stoleson, the Chief Executive Officer and a Partner at Legatum, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Legatum Limited is one of the most interesting enterprises you'll ever come across. It's a private investment firm headquartered in Dubai that uses its own funds to invest globally. The firm also invests in activities that promote anti-slavery, health, and educational initiatives, and it does so in a very distinctive fashion. And here to explain it all to us is Mark Stoleson, the CEO, and a partner at Legatum.
The following is a conversation between Amantha Imber, Founder of and Chief Maker at Inventium, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Inventium is Australia's leading innovation and behavioral science consultancy since 2007. This helped provide people from around the world with the tools to innovate, adapt, create, experiment, and grow. They're also leading the way and helping us all work smarter -- so critical in this time of COVID-19. And here to share some of their insights with us is Dr. Amantha Imber, the founder and chief maker of Inventium.
The following is a conversation between Lisa Seitz-Gruwell, Chief Revenue Officer of the Wikimedia Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Wikimedia Foundation was created to ensure that Wikipedia was reserved as a nonprofit entity with respect for community governance and conducted in the public interest and in the public spirit. And here to tell us how they raise the bucks to pay the bills and support their community is Lisa Seitz-Gruwell, chief revenue officer of the Wikimedia Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Katherine Maher, CEO & Executive Director of Wikimedia Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
When I first heard of the Wikimedia Foundation, I wasn't exactly sure what it was. So, I did what I frequently do when I want to learn more about something, I went to Wikipedia to find out.
And another way to have found out would have been to speak with Katherine Maher, the chief executive officer and executive director of the Wikimedia Foundation, which we will do right now.
The following is a conversation between Eli Kennedy, the Chief Executive Officer of SMASH, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
SMASH was one of the earliest STEM education programs created in the United States as a way to prepare students of color for STEM college studies. Their vision is an ecosystem where every student, regardless of their zip code, has the opportunity to participate in and thrive in the global economy. And here to tell us more about it and how they've adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic is Eli Kennedy, the chief executive officer of SMASH.
The following is a conversation between Jerry Colonna, author of Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Executive Coach Jerry Colonna believes leaders need to engage in radical self-inquiry, which builds the maturity required for leaders to lift up others and not just themselves. His book, Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Uphas served as a guide and inspiration for many to cut through their own delusions so they can figure out who they really are and what they want. And he is with us now
The following is a conversation between Alejandro Gibes De Gac, Founder & CEO of Springboard Collaborative, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Springboard Collaborative closes the literacy gap by closing the gap between home and school. It's also taking this moment, a moment created by the pandemic, to reimagine the educational system as it is being rebuilt. This is a significant story, and here to share it with us is the Founder and CEO of Springboard Collaborative, Alejandro Gibes De Gac.
The following is a conversation between John MacPhee, the Executive Director & CEO of the Jed Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Jed Foundation is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation's teens and young adults. This is an issue that has become far more urgent during the current pandemic. What exactly has been the impact of this extended lockdown? And how has Jed responded to better serve young people? Here to discuss that, it's a pleasure to have with us, John MacPhee, the executive director and CEO of The Jed Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Judith Rodin, Co-author of Making Money Moral: How a New Wave of Visionaries is Linking Purpose and Profit, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Impact investing has been around for nearly 15 years now, but how and where did that term get hatched? The answer would be at the Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center back in 2007. And the woman at the founding, who has led and transformed two global institutions as the president of the University of Pennsylvania and the aforementioned Rockefeller Foundation is with us now. She is Dr. Judith Rodin, who has co-authored a wonderful new book on impact and sustainable investing and the revolution titled Making Money Moral: How a New Wave of Visionaries is Linking Purpose and Profit.
The following is a conversation between Lija Farnham, a Partner at The Bridgespan Group and Co-author of the report "How Philanthropy Can Support Systems-Change Leaders," and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The COVID-19 pandemic has unmasked the inequitable design of many of society's systems. In fact, there may have been more discussion about systems change in the past year than there's been in the past decade. But what problems require a systems change approach? Who does the work, and how does that work get funded? These questions were addressed in a recent paper issued by The Bridgespan Group titled "How Philanthropy Can Support Systems-Change Leaders." And it's a pleasure to have with us one of its co-authors and a partner at The Bridgespan Group, Lija Farnham.
The following is a conversation between Thierry Malleret, Co-author of COVID-19: The Great Reset, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Thierry Malleret is the co-founder and principal author of the Monthly Barometer, a highly respected analytical and predictive newsletter on macro issues for high-level decision-makers. He is also the co-author of the much-talked-about book, COVID-19: The Great Reset. And it's a pleasure to have him with us now.
The following is a conversation between Aimée Eubanks Davis, Founder and CEO of Braven, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In 2013, CEO and Founder, Aimée Eubanks Davis launched Braven, having identified the education-to-employment gap faced by some of our most promising young leaders. What does Braven do to address this challenge, and how has their work been impacted by the pandemic? Well, we're going to find out now from her.
The following is a conversation between Kris Putnam-Walkerly, author of Delusional Altruism: Why Philanthropists Fail to Achieve Change and What They Can Do to Transform Giving, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Many of the assumptions and norms we have relied on have been challenged significantly over the past year. Philanthropy and the way giving is done is no exception. As new practices are being established, I thought it would be important to hear from an expert in the field who can tell us what's emerging and how philanthropy is likely to change in the years ahead. She is Kris Putnam-Walkerly, the author of Delusional Altruism: Why Philanthropists Fail to Achieve Change and What They Can Do to Transform Giving.
The following is a conversation between Carol Cone, Founder and CEO of Carol Cone ON PURPOSE, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
For some 40 years, social impact pioneer Carol Cone, the founder and CEO of Carol Cone ON PURPOSE, has helped companies discover their purpose beyond profit. Now, it's an issue that everyone understands the importance of, and Carol's expertise and know-how about it are invaluable. And she is here with us now to share some of her insights.
The following is a conversation between Robert Livingston, author of The Conversation: How Seeking and Speaking the Truth About Racism Can Radically Transform Individuals and Organizations, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The ratio between words spoken and action taken is uncomfortably high when it comes to racial equity in our organizations and institutions. One reason for this is that it's a very difficult issue to talk about, but a new book provides a common sense and pragmatic approach to help move the conversation forward. In fact, it's called The Conversation: How Seeking and Speaking the Truth About Racism Can Radically Transform Individuals and Organizations.And it's a pleasure to have with us its author and professor at the Harvard Kennedy School, Dr. Robert Livingston.
The following is a conversation between Freada Kapor Klein, Partner at Kapor Capital, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The need to “build back better” in the wake of the cataclysmic events from this past year is at the top of most people's minds, but good intentions are no longer good enough... or are piecemeal solutions. Freada Kapor Klein, a partner at Kapor Capital and co-chair of the Kapor Center, understands better than most what changes are truly needed to assure for an equitable, diverse, and inclusive rebuild. And she is with us now.
The following is a conversation between Scott Anthony, Co-Author of Eat, Sleep, Innovate: How to Make Creativity an Everyday Habit Inside Your Organization, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Most companies and organizations would admit they have failed to create a truly innovative culture, one where the processes that spur innovation just come naturally. My next guest draws on behavioral science to provide a system for empowering individuals and teams to be their most curious and creative every single day. And in the midst of this pandemic, couldn't we all use that? He is Scott, Anthony, a senior partner at Innosight and author of Eat, Sleep, Innovate: How to Make Creativity an Everyday Habit Inside your Organization.
The following is a conversation between Jared Isaacman, the Commander of the First All-Civilian Voyage into Space which will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: There are people in this world who strive to achieve incredible things. And then there are those who, while embarking upon those grand feats, seek to create an impact for even greater good. My next guest would be the latter. He is Jared Isaacman, co-founder and CEO of Shift4 Payments and the commander of the first all-civilian mission to space later this year.
The following is a conversation between Ben Erwin, President of Charitybuzz, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Many listeners who have attended charity galas are familiar with the auction part of the evening as the organization raises additional revenue from those in attendance. But what happens when there are no in-person galas? No two tickets to a live sporting event? No meet-and-greets with a very special person? No travel to an exotic location? And what if that happens at a time when many nonprofits are struggling to meet increased demand for their services? Well, to find out, it's a pleasure to have with us Ben Erwin, the president of the full-service charity auction site, Charitybuzz.
The following is a conversation between Philip Li, President & CEO of the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Since 1952, the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation has been committed to helping create a vibrant New York City -- one that is strong, healthy, livable, and just. It is also one of the leading adherents of a concept called trust-based philanthropy. And here to discuss that with us, as well as how it is responding to this period of unparalleled disruption, is Philip Li, the president and CEO of the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation.
The following is a conversation between Robert Kissane, Chairman of CCS Fundraising, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Non-profit organizations have kept a keen eye on both revenues and expenses since the start of the pandemic... some to amplify their services to meet increased need, others to merely survive, and still others somewhere in between. There are a few people who are better equipped to talk about the revenue side of this equation than my next guest. He is Robert Kissane, the chairman of CCS Fundraising.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
American Humane was founded in 1877, committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of animals, but only a decade ago, there was a real question whether the organization was going to survive. In an instructive and enlightening new book, their CEO shares a story of how the organization was brought back from the brink to become one of the top-rated charities in America. She is Dr. Robin Ganzert, the president and CEO of American Humane, and author of Mission Metamorphosis: Leadership for a Humane World.
The following is a conversation between Maia Szalavitz, Author of Unbroken Brain: A Revolutionary New Way of Understanding Addiction, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Drug overdoses now kill more Americans annually than guns, cars, or breast cancer. Yet despite this, our understanding of addiction is stuck with ideas from a bygone era. My next guest has explored new ways to understand addiction from viewing it as a learning disorder, as she did in her groundbreaking book Unbroken Brain, to the idea of harm reduction, which will be central to her new book coming out next year titled Undoing Drugs. She is Author and Neuroscience Journalist Maia Szalavitz, who's with us now.
The following is a conversation between Carol Kinsey Goman, Author of Stand Out: How to Build Your Leadership Presence, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Being perceived as a leader when interacting with customers, peers, or executives is the essence of leadership presence. And there are many of us who know it when we see it, but how do you develop it? My next guest has just come out with a new book that helps explain how. She is Carol Kinsey Goman and her book is titled Stand Out: How to Build Your Leadership Presence.
The following is a conversation between Chuck Ingoglia, President and CEO of the National Council for Behavioral Health, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The National Council for Behavioral Health is a unifying voice of America's healthcare organizations that deliver mental health and addictions treatment and services. Both have been under severe stress since the COVID-19 pandemic and face difficult times ahead. And to learn more about these challenges, it's a pleasure to have with us Chuck Ingoglia, the President and CEO of the National Council for Behavioral Health.
The following is a conversation between Harry Nelson, Author of The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Harry Nelson is one of the leading healthcare legal experts in the country addressing the worsening problems on how we treat pain and addiction. In his recent book, The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain, he tells us how we got here and what we need to do as a nation to successfully address this ever-growing problem, which is only likely to be exacerbated some by the current pandemic, and he's with us now to discuss it.
The following is a conversation between Michael Bungay Stanier, Author of The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious, and Change the Way You Lead Forever, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Ninety-three percent of Americans believe that their driving skills are better than average, which, of course, is not possible. There is something else we all believe we're better than average at, much better in fact, and that is giving other people advice. I might have trouble solving my own problems, but your problems? Let me dial-up that answer for you. This idea is challenged on many different levels by award-winning author and the number one thought leader in coaching, Michael Bungay Stanier, in his wonderful new book, The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious, and Change the Way You Lead Forever. And he's with us now.
The following is a conversation between Steven Kotler, co-author of The Future is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies are Disrupting Business, Industries, and our Lives, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
Technology is accelerating far more quickly than anyone could have imagined. During the next decade, we will experience more upheaval than we have in the past 100 years. It's not easy to get your mind around the kind of change that will be caused by this rapid technological disruption, but my next guest will help us try. He is Steven Kotler, executive director of the Flow Research Collective and co-author of The Future is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies are Disrupting Business, Industries, and Our Lives.
The following is a conversation between Olivier Sibony, Author of You’re About to Make a Terrible Mistake! How Biases Distort Decision-Making and What You Can Do to Fight Them, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
We make decisions all the time, yet even the smartest and most experienced among us make frequent and predictable errors as a result of all too common cognitive biases. What are some of those biases? And which ones have come into play as government and others make decisions about the COVID 19 pandemic? To find out, it's a pleasure to have with us, Olivier Sibony, the author of a fascinating new book called You're About to Make a Terrible Mistake! How Biases Distort Decision-Making and What You Can Do to Fight Them.
The following is a conversation between Amit Mukherjee, author of Leading in the Digital World: How to Foster Creativity, Collaboration, and Inclusivity, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
Digital technology is changing every aspect of our lives from the way we communicate, eat, shop, learn, date, play, and more. But what about leadership? How is that being transformed? No one has studied this topic in-depth, not until now, and it is presented in a wonderful new book called Leading in the Digital World: How to Foster Creativity, Collaboration, and Inclusivity. And it's a pleasure to have with us its author, Amit Mukherjee.
The following is a conversation between Arthur Blank, Co-Founder of Home Depot and Author of Good Company, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
There's been a lot written about values-based businesses, but far less from those who have actually lived it, and not in just one setting, but across a wide range of enterprises, with each producing the same exceptional results. One such person is Arthur Blank, Co-Founder of Home Depot, Owner of the Atlanta Falcons among other businesses, and author of a wonderful new book titled Good Company.
The following is a conversation between Marcia Reynolds, Author of Coach the Person, Not the Problem: A Guide to Using Reflective Inquiry, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Coaches rely far too much on asking open-ended questions, says my next guest. She maintains that reflective inquiry to complement those questions can help provide insights and potential breakthroughs. All this and much more is captured in a fascinating new book called Coach the Person, Not the Problem: A Guide to Using Reflective Inquiry. And it’s a pleasure to have with us its author, Dr. Marcia Reynolds.
The following is a conversation between Fred Dust, Author of Making Conversation: Seven Essential Elements of Meaningful Communication, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
How often do you walk away from a conversation feeling really heard, that it moved the people in it forward in some important way? Dialogue is the oldest tool for change we have, but we seem to be getting worse and worse at it. This dilemma and how to address it is captured in a fascinating new book called Making Conversation: Seven Essential Elements of Meaningful Communication. And it's a pleasure to have with us its author, Fred Dust.
The following is a conversation between Josh Suskewicz, Co-Author of Lead from the Future: How to Turn Visionary Thinking Into Breakthrough Growth, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
With the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and the corresponding economic turndown, the tyranny of the present has never been more pronounced. My next guest believes, however, that in these uncertain times, the ability for an organization to look into the future, as much as 10 years, is more important than ever. He is Josh Suskewicz, a Partner at Innosight and Co-Author of the book Lead from the Future: How to Turn Visionary Thinking Into Breakthrough Growth.
The following is a conversation between Don Moore, Author of Perfectly Confident: How to Calibrate Your Decisions Wisely, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
We have been told for the longest time that the more confident we are the better, but my next guest says that way of thinking can lead to enormous trouble. He is Don Moore, a professor at the Berkeley Haas School of Business and Author of Perfectly Confident: How to Calibrate Your Decisions Wisely.
The following is a conversation between General Robert Caslen and Dr. Michael Matthews, authors of The Character Edge: Leading and Winning with Integrity, and Denver Fredrick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Character, the moral values, and habits of an individual is in the spotlight now more than perhaps at any other point in modern history. What is the role of character in successful leadership, and how do you build it in individuals and prospective leaders? Those questions are addressed in a wonderful new book titled The Character Edge: Leading and Winning with Integrity.
And with us now are its co-authors, General Robert Caslen, the 59th Superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point, who is now serving as the President of the University of South Carolina, and Dr. Michael Matthews, Professor of Engineering Psychology at the US Military Academy at West Point.
The following is a conversation between Myriam Sidibe, Author of Brands on a Mission: How to Achieve Social Impact and Business Growth through Purpose, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
There was a time when developing impactful social missions and driving business growth were considered to be mutually exclusive. Today, however, they are linked more closely than they have ever been. No one understands that connection better than my next guest. She is Myriam Sidibe, the author of Brands on a Mission: How to Achieve Social Impact and Business Growth Through Purpose.
The following is a conversation between Vikki Tam, Head of the Social Impact Practice at Bain & Company, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In order to feed and employ the fastest growing population in the world, a new approach is needed for agricultural development in Africa. This has been a focus of Bain & Company who recently came out with a report titled "How Farmer-Allied Intermediaries Can Transform Africa's Food Systems." And here to discuss it is Vikki Tam, the Co-Author of this report and the Leader of Bain Social Impact Practice.
The following is a conversation with Michael Thatcher and Elijah Goldberg of Charity Navigator, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Charity Navigator, the world’s largest evaluator of nonprofits has acquired ImpactMatters, a start-up that applies rigorous methodology to assess nonprofit impact. That announcement, issued on October 14, ushered in a new era for how donors will go about their giving. And here to discuss that with us is Michael Thatcher, the CEO of Charity Navigator, and Elijah Goldberg, the Co-Founder of ImpactMatters, and who is now serving as the Vice President of Impact Ratings for Charity Navigator.
The following is a conversation between David Marquet, Author of Leadership is Language: The Hidden Power of What You Say and What You Don't, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Too many leaders fall in love with the sound of their own voice and wind up dictating plans and digging in their heels when problems begin to emerge. Even when they want to be a more collaborative leader, they can undermine their own efforts by defaulting to command and control language we've inherited from the industrial era.
My next guest says it's time to toss that old playbook, and that begins with choosing the words that can dramatically improve decision making and execution on your team. He is Captain David Marquet, Author of Leadership is Language: The Hidden Power of What You Say and What You Don't.
The following is a conversation between Daniel Harkavy, Author of The 7 Perspectives of Effective Leaders, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In the midst of chaos, it is vital for leaders to have a framework, a playbook, a system that they can rely upon to guide them through the turbulent times. My next guest has provided just that. He is Daniel Harkavy, the Founder of Building Champions and the Author of a most timely new book titled The 7 Perspectives of Effective Leaders: A Proven Framework for Improving Decisions and Increasing Your Influence.
The following is a conversation between Steven Shapiro, Author of Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
To find better solutions, you need to first ask better questions because the questions you ask will determine which solutions you'll see, and which ones will remain hidden. That is a topic of a fascinating new book by Stephen Shapiro, titled Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems.
The following is a conversation between Lior Arussy, the Author of Next Is Now: 5 Steps for Embracing Change -- Building a Business that Thrives into the Future, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Think about the last change initiative you had at your company or organization. How did that work out? In most cases, the answer would be not too well. Why is this so difficult? To find out why and how we can do it better at a time when change is absolutely essential for survival, it's a pleasure to have with us Lior Arussy, the author of Next Is Now: 5 Steps for Embracing Change.
The following is a conversation with Liesel Pritzker Simmons and Ian Simmons Co-founders of the Blue Haven Initiative, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Blue Haven Initiative is an innovative family office dedicated to putting wealth, to work for competitive returns and positive social and environmental change. And it's a pleasure to have with us the Co-Founders of Blue Haven, Liesel Pritzker Simmons and Ian Simmons.
The following is a conversation between Alden Mills, Author of Unstoppable Teams: The Four Essential Actions of High-Performance Teams, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Almost every field of endeavor could benefit from looking at the best practices from other fields and embracing the ones that make sense for them. For instance, do you think your organization could benefit from exercising the leadership and team-building practices of the Navy SEALS? My next guest answers that with a resounding "Yes!" He is Alden Mills, a former Navy SEAL platoon leader, and author of a wonderful book titled Unstoppable Teams, The Four Essential Actions of High-Performance Teams.
The following is a conversation between Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg, the Author of What's Your Problem? To Solve Your Toughest Problems, Change the Problems You Solve, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Denver: The World Economic Forum lists complex problem solving as the number one skill for 21st-century jobs. But how many of us, faced with a problem, just dive right in looking for a solution? My next guest says there's a better way, and that's taking a moment to reframe the problem presented to you and determine whether it, in fact, is the right problem to be working on. He is Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg, the Author of What's Your Problem? To Solve Your Toughest Problems, Change the Problems You Solve.
Key Points from This Episode
- Thomas on what led him to write a book about problem-solving [00:42]
- The basic definition of a problem according to Thomas [01:59]
- Reframing is not a new idea [02:50]
- Reframing a problem vs analyzing a problem [04:24]
- Five reframing strategies [06:13]
- How Lori Weise reframed America's shelter dog problem [12:54]
- Why the skill of reframing a problem is important [15:40]
- Reframing is an iterative process [16:26]
- The key contribution Thomas is making through his reframing strategies [18:01]
- Reframing is not just about the big problems but also getting the small things right [19:05]
- The relationship between good problem solvers and frustration [21:41]
- Three framing indicators to keep an eye out for [22:03]
- Real-world problem: The brilliant way a leader reframed his boss problem
- Paralysis Analysis [25:09]
- Thomas' vision [25:49]
The following is a conversation between Katherine Gehl, Co-Author of The Politics Industry: How Political Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save our Democracy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
America's political system is dysfunctional. We all acknowledge that. But the truth is: it is working exactly how it is designed to work, which isn't for us, the ordinary citizen. While many of us throw up our arms in despair or simply gripe and complain about it endlessly, my next guest has carefully analyzed the problem and offers solutions to address it.
She is Katherine Gehl, the Co-author of a wonderful and an important new book titled The Politics Industry: How Political Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save Our Democracy.
The following is a conversation between Chris Marquis, Author of Better Business: How the B Corp Movement Is Remaking Capitalism, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Business has a big role to play in a capitalist society. It can tip the scales toward the benefit of a few with toxic side effects for all, or it can guide us toward better, more equitable long-term solutions. The latter is being achieved in large part through B Corporations. And the story of this movement is captured in a wonderful new book by Chris Marquis titled Better Business: How the B Corp Movement Is Remaking Capitalism.
The following is a conversation between Peter Tavernise, the Executive Director of the Cisco Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Peter Tavernise, the Executive Director of the Cisco Foundation, shares the following:
• Cisco Foundation’s Venture Philanthropy Approach
• Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge
• The foundation’s response to the current crisis
The following is a conversation between Pia Infante, Co-Executive Director of The Whitman Institute, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Pia Infante, Co-Executive Director of The Whitman Institute, shares the following:
• Is now the time to consider spending out?
• A Trust-Based Philanthropy Approach
• How philanthropy can help create a more equitable future
The following is a conversation between Beth Sandor, Co-director of Built for Zero, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
And it is indeed a pleasure to welcome to the show one of the six finalists of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change competition. She is Beth Sandor, a Principal at Built for Zero, which is an initiative of Community Solutions.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Sanjeev Arora, Founder and Director of Project ECHO, and Denver Frederick,the Host of The Business of Giving.
And it’s indeed a pleasure for me to welcome to the show one of the six finalists of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change competition. He is Dr. Sanjeev Arora, the Director and Founder of Project ECHO — ECHO standing for Extension for Community Health Outcomes.
The following is a conversation between Steven Waldman, President and Co-Founder of Report for America, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
And it is indeed a pleasure to welcome to the show one of the six finalists of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change competition. He is Steven Waldman, the President and Co-Founder of Report for America.
The following is a conversation between Professor Scott O’Neill, Director of the World Mosquito Program, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
And it’s a pleasure to welcome to the show one of the six finalists of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change competition. He is Scott O’Neill, the Director of the World Mosquito Program.
The following is a conversation between Charles Conn, Co-Author of Bulletproof Problem Solving: The One Skill That Changes Everything, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The World Economic Forum lists complex problem solving as the number one skill for jobs in 2020. But how many of us, faced with a difficult problem, just dive right in looking for a solution. My next guest says there's a better way, a much better way by using a simple seven-step approach. He is Charles Conn, the Co-Author of Bulletproof Problem Solving: The One Skill That Changes Everything.
Key Points from This Episode
- Charles Conn defines problem-solving [00:57]
- What makes problem-solving the ultimate skill for the 21st century [01:56]
- The three biggest mistakes human make when problem-solving [03:32]
- The story behind the seven-step process [04:57]
- Seven Steps to Bulletproof Problem Solving [06:17]
- The value of telling a great story [07:14]
- Use the 80-20 rule in problem-solving and have a nice life [08:40]
- The benefits of a strong hypothesis [09:18]
- One-day, one-hour answer [10:18]
- Long versus short work plans [12:16]
- Logic trees [13:21]
- Mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive [14:34]
- The decision tree [18:04]
- Problem disaggregation makes a ton of sense especially when it's hot [19:14]
- The seven-step process can be used for simple to more difficult problems [20:03]
- The reason we should sometimes be suspicious of experts [26:53]
- Become a great problem solver [28:12]
The following is a conversation between Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Professor at Harvard Business School and Author of Think Outside the Building: How Advanced Leaders Can Change the World One Smart Innovation at a Time, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
My next guest believes that the leadership paradigm of the future is the ability to "think outside the building," to overcome establishment paralysis and produce significant innovation for a better world. She is Rosabeth Moss Kanter, the Ernest L. Arbuckle Professor of Business at Harvard Business School and the Author ofThink Outside the Building: How Advanced Leaders Can Change the World One Smart Innovation at a Time.
Key Points from This Episode
- Rosabeth's POV on some of the world's biggest issues and how it is progressing [01:01]
- The importance of thinking beyond conventional assumptions and closed networks [03:13]
- Success requires breaking out [04:22]
- The inspiration behind the Advanced Leadership Initiative [05:18]
- The power of vision [07:29]
- Rethinking the nature of buildings [10:15]
- What keeps us from imaginative thinking [10:58]
- The best way to attack a castle [13:26]
- Radical change requires establishing ideas, conservative moves [14:20]
- Don't lose sight of the big vision [15:06]
- The other secret of radical change [16:49]
- Ray Jetson's big idea - Metamorphosis [18:42]
- Doug Rauch's Daily Table [22:19]
- Torsten Thiele Global Ocean Trust [26:13]
- Kanter's Law - Everything can look like a failure in the middle [27:32]
- The story of the two entrepreneurs who brought solar lighting to West Africa [28:46]
- Changing the world one smart innovation at a time [31:50]
The following is a conversation between Jacqueline Bouvier Copeland, the Founder and CEO of The WISE Fund, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Jacqueline Bouvier Copeland, the Founder and CEO of The WISE Fund, shares the following:
• The Impact of Black Philanthropy Month
• The Mission of the WISE Fund (Women Invested to Save Earth)
• Keys to Creating Successful Social Movements
Showing gratitude to employees is the best way to boost performance, yet few executives effectively utilize this simple tool. In fact, new research reveals people are less likely to express gratitude at work than anywhere else. Why is that the case, and what can be done to address it? To find out, it's a pleasure to have with us, Adrian Gostick, the Co-author of Leading with Gratitude: Eight Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Business Results.
Key Points from this Episode:
- Adrian and his own personal gratitude transformation [00:51]
- Gratitude is not just about saying thanks [02:20]
- Where gratitude begins [03:11]
- Adrian's favorite data point about gratitude [03:44]
- How managers unknowingly cultivate fear in the workplace [05:07]
- The reason younger employees need to hear gratitude [07:28]
- It takes dedication and humility to change [08:42]
- Praise effort, reward results [10:44]
- Finding other ways to motivate people without money [12:17]
- Where and what great leaders spend majority of their time on [15:15]
- Start showing gratitude to people by listening to their input [15:54]
- Personalizing recognition [18:25]
- Peer-to-peer vs boss-to-peer recognition [21:29]
- Great cultures find what works for them [23:04]
- The only answer to gratitude is "Thank you." [23:57]
- Ways to take gratitude home [26:31]
The following is a conversation between Suzanne Mettler, Co-Author of Four Threats: The Recurring Crises of American Democracy, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Suzanne Mettler, Co-Author of Four Threats: The Recurring Crises of American Democracy, shares the following:
• What are the four threats to democracy?
• When was the last time three of them were present?
• When did the expansion of the executive branch begin?
The following is a conversation between Tracey Webb, the Founder of Black Benefactors, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Tracey Webb, Founder of Black Benefactors, shares the following:
• Misunderstandings of Black Philanthropy
• The Importance of Capacity Building at Black-Led Nonprofits
• Impact of Black Philanthropy Month
The following is a conversation between Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and Author of Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and Author ofDare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All, shares the following:
• The Responsibility of the Speaker
• Cancel Culture Versus Censorship
• Holding Social Media Companies Accountable
• China, Industry and Free Speech
Tech for social impact had lots of momentum before the pandemic, and that will only accelerate as a result of COVID-19. To no one's surprise, on the leading edge of this movement is Microsoft. And it's a pleasure to have with us, Justin Spelhaug, Vice President and Head of Tech for Social Impact at Microsoft.
Key Points from this Episode:
- Justin talks about a new blueprint for corporate social impact [01:35]
- How Team Rubicon mobilized a thousand volunteers a day during this pandemic [04:12]
- How Microsoft Dynamics 365 helps organizations respond to Hurricane Laura [05:42]
- Teaming up with UNICEF to provide continuity of education for children and youth in the time of COVID [06:43]
- How Microsoft is helping people worldwide acquire digital skills in the COVID-19 economy [08:08]
- Microsoft's predictive analysis work on food insecurity [10:04]
- Better case management system for refugees with HIAS [12:02]
- What a common data model can do for nonprofit organizations [14:14]
- Free training on Microsoft Teams, Azure, and other capabilities to support the nonprofit sector [15:58]
- An important investment area for Microsoft and for the planet [17:27]
How do you find a competitive edge when the obstacles feel insurmountable? How do you get people to take you seriously when they're predisposed not to, and perhaps have already written you off? My next guest recommends creating your own edge by confronting the factors that seem like shortcomings and turning them into assets that make others take notice. She is Laura Huang, a Professor at the Harvard Business School and Author of Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage.
Key Points from this Episode:
- Laura on how hard work is critical but it is signals, perception, and stereotypes that often dictate success and outcomes [01:22]
- Hone that intuition around how others see you [06:38]
- Identify your basic goods [08:11]
- Be truly self-aware [09:49]
- Like a tree, you need to prune to grow [10:43]
- Delight and the power of starting a conversation [13:40]
- The importance of guiding people to your authentic self [17:41]
- There is no "self;" There are "selves" [18:44]
- Like a diamond [19:08]
- How to make your effort and hard work work harder for you [20:34]
- Why companies should teach employees to cultivate their own edge [23:38]
- Constraints empower us [24:35]
- People saying No to you help hone your intuition around how they perceive you [27:26]
- Between fear of failure and embarrassment [29:38]
- Teaching kids to cultivate their own edge [32:13]
- Be the prom queen [34:56]
Rinku Sen is a widely-read and respected theorist and practitioner of racial justice organizing, advocacy and media. She co-founded and served as publisher of the groundbreaking media outlet Colorlines, has led a number of organizations, and written a couple of books including Stir It Up: Lessons in Community Organizing and Advocacy. And she's with us now.
The United States is showing signs similar to some of the most corrupt countries in the world, and this corruption is determining the shape of our government and affecting all levels of society. This is a topic of a brand-new book by prizewinning journalist Sarah Chayestitled On Corruption in America: And What Is at Stake.
Misinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound, and it's increasingly difficult to know what's true and who to believe. What we could all use is a field guide and, thankfully, my next guest has provided us with one. He is Jevin West, Director of the Center for an Informed Public at the University of Washington, and Co-author of Calling Bullshit: The Art of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World.
With the pressures, stresses and uncertainties of the current moment, emotional intelligence has never been more important. And it's a pleasure to have with us today the foremost expert in the field. He is Dr. Marc Brackett, the Founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and Author of Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help our Kids, Ourselves, and our Society Thrive.
It was some 33 years ago that Sam Walton, the founder of Wal-Mart, and his wife, Helen started the Walton Family Foundation. It has gone on to be one of the most highly regarded and thoughtful family foundations in the country, with three major areas of focus and a never-ending commitment to learn and get better. And it's a pleasure to have with us Caryl Stern, the Executive Director of the Walton Family Foundation.
Have you read and studied and thought about what you need to do to be a more effective leader? My next guest suggests that a good place to start would be thinking a bit less about you and more about the people around you. She is Anne Morriss, Executive Founder of The Leadership Consortium and Co-author of Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader’s Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You.
Every day, we make hundreds of decisions. Although many of these choices don't seem to contain an ethical component, we would be well-served to examine that carefully. In so doing, we just might find ourselves doing more good and creating greater value for the world around us. This is the subject of a new book by award-winning scholar and Harvard Business School Professor Max Bazerman titled Better, Not Perfect: A Realist's Guide to Maximum Sustainable Goodness.
When a society becomes as polarized and, in many ways, dysfunctional, as America has become, there comes a point when more and more citizens begin to look around and wonder: Is there a better way? My next guest answers that with an emphatic "Yes!" and has started a movement where citizens committed to finding solutions can work together to address our biggest challenges. He is Bill Shireman, the CEO of Future 500 and Co-author of the just released bookIn This Together: How Republicans, Democrats, Capitalists, and Activists are Uniting to Tackle Climate Change and More
Philanthropy can only be as effective as the ecosystem in which it operates, whether that's a community, the nation, or the world, and those ecosystems are under tremendous stress at the moment.
So, to help provide us some context to better understand what is happening. It's a pleasure to have with us a person who's a master of connecting dots that help explain where we are. She's Anne-Marie Slaughter, author, professor, and the CEO of New America, an action tank dedicated to renewing the promise of America.
And it's indeed a pleasure for me to welcome to the show the Chief Executive Officer of one of the eight semi-finalists of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change competition. She is Beverley Postma, the CEO of HarvestPlus
And this evening’s semi-finalist is the Human Diagnosis Project, also referred to as Human Dx. And here to tell us about it is their President and CEO, Jay Komarneni.
And tonight, it's a great pleasure to have with us the Founder and Digital Librarian of the Internet Archive, Brewster Kahle, and Wendy Hanamura, who serves as the Director of Partnerships and the project lead in the 100&Change challenge of the MacArthur Foundation.
And this evening, we'll be joined by our second semi-finalist, Catholic Relief Services, who is looking to change how society cares for children and orphanages with the aim of getting them into family settings. And with us to discuss it is their President and CEO, Sean Callahan.
And this evening, you’re going to hear from another one of the semi-finalists in the 100&Change initiative of the MacArthur Foundation. He is Dr. Geoffrey Tabin, the Co-founder of the Himalayan Cataract Project.
And we have reached the midpoint of featuring the eight semi-finalists of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change competition. And tonight, it is a great pleasure to have with us Dr. Rebecca Richards-Kortum, the Founder and Co-director of Rice University’s 360°: Institute for Global Health.
And this evening’s semi-finalist of the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change initiative is Sesame Workshop, teamed together with the International Rescue Committee to educate children displaced by conflict and persecution. And here to discuss their proposal with us is Sherrie Westin, Executive Vice President of Global Impact and Philanthropy for Sesame Workshop, and Sarah Smith, the Senior Director of Education at the International Rescue Committee.
And our semi-finalist for this evening in the MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change Initiative is The Carter Center, and their proposal is to eliminate river blindness in Nigeria. And here to discuss that with us is Dr. Frank Richards, who is the Director of the River Blindness Elimination Program at The Carter Center.
The U.S. Impact Investing Alliance is a field-building organization committed to raising awareness of impact investing in the United States, fostering deployment of impact capital, and working with stakeholders to help build the impact investing ecosystem. And here to tell us about all of that, as well as what's happening in this field during this time of crisis is Fran Seegull, the Executive Director of The U.S. Impact Investing Alliance.
Although the pandemic and getting back to school and work are at the top of everyone's mind, this nation's policy on immigration remains a key issue heading into the 2020 presidential election. And here to discuss that with us is Mark Krikorian, the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies or CIS.
For nearly two decades, The Libra Foundation has done significant grantmaking in progressive causes and movements, with multigenerational families being closely involved with the foundation, setting its strategy, and interacting with many of the foundations' grantee partners. And here to tell us more about this work and how the foundation has changed over the years is Crystal Hayling, the Executive Director of The Libra Foundation.
Exceptional government programs and the outstanding work of nonprofit organizations can help address the most vexing social problems facing us, but perhaps, there is no greater force for good than business when that force is channeled in the right way. B Corp is leading the movement to see that happens. And it’s a pleasure to have with us, Lorna Davis, the former CEO of Danone Wave, and currently serving as the Global Ambassador for B Corp.
The mission of the Citizens Committee for New York City is to help New Yorkers, especially those in low-income areas, come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods. That's a big mission in the best of times, and these are not the best of times. And here to discuss his work with us and what they're doing now in the midst of this pandemic is Dr. Rahsaan Harris, the CEO of the Citizens Committee for New York.
Girls Inc. offers programming to girls ages 6 to 18 in more than 1,500 sites throughout the United States and Canada. The organization focuses on what it calls "strong, smart, bold outcomes." And to tell us some more about their work, along with some new research as to its effectiveness, it's a pleasure to have with us, Dr. Stephanie Hull, the President and CEO of Girls Inc.
COVID-19 has unmasked many societal problems such as racial inequity and our fragile public health system. While there all along, they were somehow hidden in plain sight. So now that our powers of observation have been heightened, it is a perfect time for my next guest. He is Blair Sheppard, the Head of Global Strategy and Leadership for PwC and author of the just released book, Ten Years to Midnight: Four Urgent Global Crises and Their Strategic Solutions. Welcome to the Business of Giving, Blair!
Better Than Most is a regular feature of The Business of Giving, examining the best places to work among social good businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Denver: Generation Citizen empowers young people to become engaged and effective citizens, and their workplace culture looks to create the same for its employees. So, I went over to the New York City offices recently to check it out. We'll begin with their CEO, Scott Warren, and then hear from some of the other members of the team.
I'd like to thank all those who participated in this piece: Jessica Wise, Maria Mares, Dana Inez, Lauren Hurlbutt, Joie Golomb, Amy Curran, and John Trasviña. And if you would like to hear my full interview with Scott Warren, the CEO of Generation Citizen, just come visit denver-frederick.com.
The following is a conversation between Monisha Kapila, Founder and CEO of ProInspire, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Monisha Kapila, Founder and CEO of ProInspire, shares the following:
• The 16 leadership practices for an inclusive environment
• Unique challenges leaders of color faces
• Beyond their statements, what boards need to do now
The following is a conversation between Ana Marie Argilagos, President of Hispanics in Philanthropy, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Ana Marie Argilagos, President of Hispanics in Philanthropy, shares the following:
• Nature of Latinx philanthropy
• Only 1% of philanthropy directed to Hispanics
• How the PowerUp Fund is supporting small business through pandemic
The following is a conversation between Tracy Palandjian, Co-Founder and CEO of Social Finance, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Tracy Palandjian, Co-Founder and CEO of Social Finance, shares the following:
• Why it’s so hard to fund prevention
• What is the Career Impact Bond?
• Key leadership takeaways from this crisis
The following is a conversation between Deborah Borda, President and CEO of the New York Philharmonic, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Deborah Borda, President and CEO of the New York Philharmonic, shares the following:
• Tough decisions that the NY Philharmonic had had to make
• Keeping donors engaged
• The future of touring
- Recycling Usable Medicine to Those Who Can’t Afford it
- Up to 25% of People Fail to Refill Their Prescription Because of Cost
- The Impact that is Possible with a Tech Nonprofit
The following is a conversation between Jake Porway, Founder and Executive Director of DataKind, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Jake Porway, Founder and Executive Director of DataKind, shares the following:
• The Role of Data Science during Covid-19
• Challenge of data digitization
• How data science is weaponized
• To get anti-racist algorithms, you need anti-racist systems and leadership
The following is a conversation with Cheryl Dorsey, President of Echoing Green, and Jeff Bradach, Managing Partner of The Bridgespan Group, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Cheryl Dorsey, President of Echoing Green, and Jeff Bradach, Managing Partner of The Bridgespan Group, shares the following:
• Barriers leaders of color encounter
• Funding difference of White and Black-led organizations
• Examples of philanthropists who have put racial equity at the center
The following is a conversation between Morgan Dixon, Co-Founder and CEO of GirlTrek, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Morgan Dixon, Co-Founder and CEO of GirlTrek,shares the following:
• Phenomenal growth of GirlTrek
• Inspiration that Black women from history provide
• FundraIsing challenges for Women of Color
Denver: We're going to play Take Five with Jim Firman, the President and CEO of NCOA. Are you ready to go, Jim?
Jim: I’m ready to go.
One of the most underreported stories is the aging of the population, not just here, but across the world. It is rarely discussed and is an issue that not only individuals are failing to prepare for, but so are their governments. An organization that has been focused on it in the US since 1950 is the National Council on Aging or NCOA, and it's a pleasure to have with us their President and CEO, Jim Firman.
The following is a conversation between Katy Clark, President of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Katy Clark, President of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, shares the following:
• Financial hit to the Brooklyn Academy of Music from COVID-19
• Keys to conducting a successful virtual gala
• Supporting artists during this time
Denver: So we're going to play Take Five with Dr. Neal Barnard, author of Your Body In Balance. Are you ready, Neal?
Neal: I'm ready.
Denver: What is today's most underreported story?
Neal: I think the most underreported story is the fact that you actually can change your health based on what you eat, more effectively than you can by taking medications in many cases.
You might ask whether we need still another book on diet and health, but the one we're about to discuss is a little different. It addresses hormones and health, and the impact certain foods have on our hormonal balance. The book is called Your Body in Balance: The New Science of Food, Hormones, and Health. And it's a pleasure to have with us its author who is also the Founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, Dr. Neal Barnard.
The following is a conversation between Neville Crawley, Chief Executive Officer of Kiva, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Neville Crawley, Chief Executive Officer of Kiva,shares the following:
- Agility of Crowdfunding Loans in a Time of Crisis
- Challenge to Originate And Collect on Loans
- Opportunities Coming out of this period of adversity
The following is a conversation between Gary Bagley, Executive Director of New York Cares, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Gary Bagley, Executive Director of New York Cares,shares the following:
• A significant increase in People Volunteering over the same period last year
• The importance of reasserting the Value Proposition of Volunteering
• New Designs on how to Volunteer Virtually
The following is a conversation between Adi Ignatius, the Editor-in-Chief of the Harvard Business Review, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Adi Ignatius, the Editor-in-Chief of the Harvard Business Review,shares the following:
• How HBR has editorially responded to pandemic and racial injustice
• The recent piece that went viral like no other
• HBR now on TikTok and with TV show on LinkedIn called “HBR Quarantined”
The following is a conversation with Ai-jen Poo, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, Sarita Gupta, Director of the Future of Work(ers) at the Ford Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Ai-jen Poo, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, and Sarita Gupta, Director of the Future of Work(ers) at the Ford Foundation, shares the following:
• Why essential workers are paid so poorly
• Workers rights and the social protections needed
• Fixing systemic imbalances
• Universal Family Care
The following is a conversation between Rohan Pavuluri, Co-Founder and CEO of Upsolve, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Rohan Pavuluri, Co-Founder and CEO of Upsolve, shares the following:
• The pros and cons of filing for bankruptcy
• Courts should redesign their rules and processes around the assumption that people don’t have a lawyer
• The rules that lawyers in America use today to regulate their own profession promote racial inequity
The following is a conversation between Gail McGovern, President and CEO of the American Red Cross, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Gail McGovern, President and CEO of the American Red Cross, shares the following:
• The normal blood supply and when it becomes critical
• Reimagining service delivery model to adhere to social distancing
• Virtual Family Assistance Center
The following is a conversation between Sara Lomelin Velten, Executive Director of Philanthropy Together, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
• The Huge Growth in Giving Circles
• What Makes Giving Circles Right for this Moment
• Rewriting the Rules of Philanthropy
The following is a conversation between Gayle Smith, President and CEO of the ONE Campaign, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Gayle Smith, President and CEO of the ONE Campaign, shares the following:
• Preparedness and the equitable distribution of a vaccine
• How Africa is preparing for the pandemic
• Celebrities #PassTheMic to COVID-19 Experts
The following is a conversation between Scot Chisholm, Co-Founder and CEO of Classy.org, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Scot Chisholm, Co-Founder and CEO of Classy.org, shares the following:
• Evolution of Classy over the past 10 years
• Impact that recession will likely have on giving
• The bar is rising for nonprofits on the quality of online experience
The following is a conversation between Lisa Sherman, President and CEO of the Ad Council, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Lisa Sherman, President and CEO of the Ad Council, shares the following:
• The Ad Council is wired for moments like this
• PSAs on mental health, parenting, and gratitude to frontline workers
• How adjusting to a new reality makes for a better one
The following is a conversation between Brett Hagler, Co-Founder and CEO of New Story, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Brett Hagler, Co-Founder and CEO of New Story, shares the following:
• How “Moonshot-ing” led them to build homes using a 3-D Printer
• To achieve audacious goals, you must share your work and ideas with others.
• Hire a “Team of Founders”
• In a pandemic, resilience is important. But so is relevance.
The following is a conversation between David and Jennifer Risher, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, David and Jennifer Risher share the following:
• $120 billion are in Donor-Advised Funds
• Creating a nudge and incentive for account holders to support struggling organizations
• How nonprofits are promoting this idea
The following is a conversation between Paul Gionfriddo, President and CEO of Mental Health America, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Paul Gionfriddo, President and CEO of Mental Health America, shares the following:
• Free mental health screenings on Mental Health America website
• 11-17 and 18-24 year-olds are most impacted by pandemic
• Tools 2 Thrive and practices to reduce mental stress
The following is a conversation between Peter Georgescu, Chairman Emeritus of Young & Rubicam, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Peter Georgescu, Chairman Emeritus of Young & Rubicam, shares the following:
• The false narrative of universal prosperity
• When capitalism got out of balance
• The role that business must play to create a more equitable society
The following is a conversation between Ross Baird, Founder of Blueprint Local, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Ross Baird, Founder and CEO of Blueprint Local, shares the following:
• Small is beautiful as people invest in places and communities they care about.
• The problem with investment capital going to the same type of people in the same cities
• Financial institutions need to be reimagined for the 21st-century economy
The following is a conversation between Lauren A. Smith, Co-CEO of FSG, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Lauren A. Smith, Co-CEO of FSG, shares the following:
• The Purpose Playbook: How Companies Can Lead with Purpose
• Creative ways foundations can use their balance sheet to support nonprofits
• Shifts in ways that FSG is doing its work
The following is a conversation between Marc Freedman, Founder and CEO of Encore.org, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Marc Freedman, Founder and CEO of Encore.org, shares the following:
• Through history, interdependence between young and old was the natural state.
• Older people who mentor are three times happier
• “A society grows great when people grow trees whose shade they know they will never sit in.”
The following is a conversation between Grant Oliphant, President of The Heinz Endowments, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Grant Oliphant, President of The Heinz Endowments, shares the following:
• The challenges of the “reimagining” phase after a crisis
• The role of advocacy and public policy
• The importance of a leader showing vulnerability in difficult times
The following is a conversation between Bill Strathmann, Chief Executive Officer of Network for Good, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
n this interview, Bill Strathmann, Chief Executive Officer of Network for Good, shares the following:
• Fundraise Now when the giving is happening
• Virtual events have been able to reach a national audience
• No inertia around digital technology anymore
The following is a conversation between Rob Reich, the Co-Director of the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society, and Author of Just Giving: Why Philanthropy is Failing Democracy and How It Can Do Better, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Rob Reich, the Co-Director of the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society and Author of Just Giving: Why Philanthropy is Failing Democracy and How It Can Do Better, shares the following:
• How philanthropy is failing democracy
• Its difficult relationship with justice and equality
• What this crisis has made philanthropy realize
The following is a conversation between Alexandra Bernadotte, Founder and CEO of Beyond 12, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Alexandra Bernadotte, Founder and CEO of Beyond 12, shares the following:
• Alex’s difficult journey through college inspired her to start Beyond 12
• Key elementals to the Beyond 12 model
• The characteristics of a Tech Nonprofit
The following is a conversation between Eileen Heisman, President and CEO of the National Philanthropic Trust, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Eileen Heisman, President and CEO of the National Philanthropic Trust, shares the following:
• Double the amount in April over last year
• Donors also giving to help support their favorite charity
• Community Foundations and DAFs
The following is a conversation between Dr. Carmen Rojas, Incoming President and CEO of the Marguerite Casey Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Dr. Carmen Rojas, Incoming President and CEO of the Marguerite Casey Foundation, shares the following:
• Incoming CEO of Marguerite Casey on sector challenges
• The need to discuss ideology, power, and politics
• Sector resources can only be effective if the system in which they operate changes
The following is a conversation between Dr. David Blumenthal, President of The Commonwealth Fund, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Dr. David Blumenthal, President of The Commonwealth Fund, shares the following:
• Our lack of trust in government as an organizing force in society
• Other reasons why the country was not prepared for this pandemic
• The problem of a healthcare system that depends upon the volume of what walks through its doors and not sustained as a vital infrastructure
The following is a conversation between Patricia McIlreavy, Chief Executive Officer of the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Patricia McIlreavy, Chief Executive Officer of the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, shares the following:
• The life cycles of disasters
• The challenges or managing other disasters occurring during pandemic
• The advice they’re giving to clients
The following is a conversation between Andrea Jung, President and CEO of Grameen America, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Andrea Jung, President and CEO of Grameen America, shares the following:
• 2,450 virtual meetings per week
• Economic Relief and Recovery Fund
• Keys to leadership in a crisis
The following is a conversation between Cindy Cohn, the Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Cindy Cohn, the Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, shares the following:
• Dangers of surveillance and facial recognition
• Issues of data privacy, free speech, and government transparency
• Winning the .ORG legal battle
The following is a conversation between Caroline Fiennes, the Founder and Director of Giving Evidence, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Caroline Fiennes, the Founder and Director of Giving Evidence, shares the following:
• Funders have changed their behavior. What will the impact be?
• Donors should give to orgs where those they admire have given to, “copy their homework.
• Believes impact of the pandemic will be overestimated in the short term and underestimated in the long term
The following is a conversation between Pierre Ferrari, President and CEO of Heifer International, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Pierre Ferrari, President and CEO of Heifer International, shares the following:
• Passing on the Gift is part of Heifer International's charitable model
• Farmers taking product directly to consumers
• Why Heifer recently joined the Facebook-led Libra Association
In this interview, Jacqueline Novogratz, Author of Manifesto for a Moral Revolution: Practices to Build a Better World, shares the following:
- Moral Leadership and Taking on the Status Quo
- The Need to Redefine Success
- Path of Moral Leadership
The following is a conversation between Matt Dunne, Founder and Executive Director of the Center on Rural Innovation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- The Work of the Center on Rural Innovation
- Lack of Universal Broadband Limits Telehealth And Home Schooling
- An Inclusive Rebuild Must Include Rural America
The following is a conversation between Ambassador (ret.) Mary Ann Peters, Chief Executive Officer of The Carter Center, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Ambassador (ret.) Mary Ann Peters, Chief Executive Officer of The Carter Center, shares the following:
• Mental Health is a focus of Mrs. Carter
• Emergency measures taken by governments outside the legal process
• Voting by Mail
The following is a conversation between Lisa Hamilton, President and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Lisa Hamilton, President and CEO of The Annie E. Casey Foundation shares the following:
• How the Foundation has responded to be a good partner
• Dramatic decline in juvenile detention during pandemic
• Results Count tools for leaders now
The following is a conversation between Rebecca Henderson, Author of Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Rebecca Henderson, Author of Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire and Harvard Business School Professor, shares the following:
• Why the Need to Reimagine and not Discard
• The Roles of Government and the Social Sector
• Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire
The following is a conversation between Jamie-Alexis Fowler, Founder and Executive Director of Empower Work, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Jamie-Alexis Fowler, Founder and Executive Director of Empower Work, shares the following:
• A Crisis Text Line for work
• Worker issues with employers during COVID-19 crisis
• How a tech nonprofit looks to scale
The following is a conversation between Shamina Singh, Founder and President of Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Shamina Singh, Founder and President of Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, shares the following:
• Connecting 1 billion people to the digital economy
• Opportunity Zones Inclusive Growth Score
• Commitment to support small business
The following is a conversation between Raj Kumar, President and Editor-in-Chief of Devex, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Raj Kumar, President and Editor-in-Chief of Devex, shares the following:
• Experts have been predicting a pandemic was inevitable
• The international NGO’s facing the greatest risk
• Waves of funding challenges that lay ahead
The following is a conversation between Martin Whittaker, the founding Chief Executive Officer of JUST Capital, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Martin Whittaker, the founding Chief Executive Officer of JUST Capital, shares the following:
• Learn about the COVID-19 Corporate Response Tracker
• Danger of not creating a just and inclusive recovery
• Actions companies take now will become a public record of their commitment to purpose
The following is a conversation between Vu Le, Owner of Nonprofit AF Blog, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Vu Le, Owner of Nonprofit AF Blog, shares the following:
• Question assumptions on why certain constructs ever existed in the first place
• Why progressives have to work more intentionally on systems change
• The need to elect more women of color to political office
The following is a conversation between Amy Celep, Chief Executive Officer of Community Wealth Partners, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Amy Celep, Chief Executive Officer of Community Wealth Partners, shares the following:
• Scenario planning and the importance of leading indicators
• The need for grantees to be bold with funders
• Leading and Working Effectively in a Virtual World
The following is a conversation between Jeff Walker, Chairman of New Profit, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Jeff Walker, Chairman of New Profit, shares the following:
• The value of self-inquiry
• Five shifts cultivated through this practice
• How to start the practice of self-inquiry
The following is a conversation between John Palfrey, President of the MacArthur Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, John Palfrey, President of the MacArthur Foundation, shares the following:
• Balancing short-term urgent needs with long-term sustainability
• Switching into a fundraising mode in addition to a grantmaking one
• Advice on how nonprofits should approach funders post-Covid
The following is a conversation between Hadi Partovi, Founder and CEO of Code.org, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Hadi Partovi, Founder and CEO of Code.org, shares the following:
• Correlation between computer science and proficiency in other subjects
• Latest offering is Code Break which has featured Bill Gates, Mark Cuban, and Ashton Kutcher
• Empathy and creativity needed in a crisis
The following is a conversation between Barron Segar, President and CEO of the World Food Program USA, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Barron Segar, President and CEO of the World Food Program USA, shares the following:
• People suffering from acute hunger could rise from 130 million to 265 million
• Costs: 46 cents to feed a person a meal
• The importance of keeping staff connected to mission
The following is a conversation between Michelle Nunn, President and CEO of CARE USA, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Michelle Nunn, President and CEO of CARE USA, shares the following:
• COVID-19 risks washing away decades of progress in reducing poverty and food insecurity
• Campaign against gender-based violence during a shelter-in-place lockdown
• Ways you can help frontline workers in US through a “CARE package”
The following is a conversation between Antony Bugg-Levine, Chief Executive Officer of Nonprofit Finance Fund, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Antony Bugg-Levine, Chief Executive Officer of Nonprofit Finance Fund, shares the following:
• Nonprofit leaders feeling haunted......yet undaunted
• Organizations need to ask: What is the core of their work that must be preserved at all costs?
• Crisis has highlighted the potential of what funders and nonprofits are capable of doing together.
The following is a conversation between Amit Bouri, Co-founder and CEO of The GIIN, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Amit Bouri, Co-founder and CEO of The GIIN, shares the following:
• The relationship between business, society, investors and the planet is in flux.
• Who we think is essential to maintaining our society has changed dramatically
• How impact investing will be viewed on the other side of this pandemic
The following is a conversation between Evan Marwell, Founder and CEO of EducationSuperHighway, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Evan Marwell, Founder and CEO of EducationSuperHighway, shares the following:
• You must define what success means
• Know what your partners can and cannot do
• How education and learning will change
The following is a conversation between Louise Dubé, Executive Director of iCivics, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Louise Dubé, Executive Director of iCivics, shares the following:
• Listening to their educational partners allowed them to create for this situation.
• Federal support for STEM is $154 per child annually; for Civics, it’s 3 cents.
• How the education sector will change as a result of COVID-19
The following is a conversation between Fred Muench, President of the Center on Addiction, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Fred Muench, President of the Center on Addiction, shares the following:
• Alcohol sales, particularly hard spirits, have spiked since the lockdown
• What the Center on Addiction is hearing on their helpline
• Thoughts on how the addiction treatment system can be improved
The following is a conversation between Hilary Pennington, Executive Vice President of Programs at the Ford Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Hilary Pennington, Executive Vice President of Programs at the Ford Foundation, shares the following:
• Importance of multi-year grants
• How Ford has gotten much faster and simpler in getting money out the door
• The unique role philanthropy can play in reimagining new systems
The following is a conversation between Mark Abbott, President and Director of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Need to Move from ‘Detect and Repair” to “Predict and Prevent”
- The February Drill they Held on: What to Do in the Event of a Pandemic
- Explaining Complex things in Simple Ways is Vital for a Leader During a Crisis
The following is a conversation between Katie Hood, Chief Executive Officer of the One Love Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Safe shelter in your home is as important as shelter
- How they reimagined their service delivery model
- Concentrating on a limited number of near-term priorities to get team focused
The following is a conversation between Alison Moore, Chief Executive Officer of Comic Relief US, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Alison Moore, Chief Executive Officer of Comic Relief US, shares the following:
• How COVID-19 is impacting the most vulnerable children
• The ways their partners have really stepped up
• Taking Red Nose Day online
The following is a conversation between Abby Falik, Founder & CEO of Global Citizen Year, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Many High School Seniors Opting for Alternatives Other Than College in 2020
- Think of this as a Year On Purpose
- Thoughts on How Organization Will Pivot from Global Fellow Program This Year
The following is a conversation between Angela Williams, President and CEO of Easterseals, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Technology has allowed them to carry on a significant part of the work
- Inability to see clients in person has been a significant financial hit
- TrainIng as a trial lawyer has served her well in leading through a crisis
The following is a conversation between Donald Romanik, President and CEO of Episcopal Church Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Online Worship is More that Replicating Your Normal Service Online
- Many larger congregations struggling more than smaller, spread out Dioceses
- How to Optimize this Apparent Spiritual Awakening
The following is a conversation between James Siegal, Chief Executive Officer of KABOOM!, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, James Siegal, Chief Executive Officer of KABOOM!, shares the following:
• Nonprofit sector needs to influence infrastructure bill to include schools, playgrounds, etc.
• The importance of youth having a sense of purpose now
• Showing vulnerability as a leader during a crisis
he following is a conversation between John MacIntosh, Managing Director of Seachange Capital Partners and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Know whether your Nonprofit is a Hibernator, Responder or Hybrid
- Why large nonprofits may be less financially resilient
- When an organization should begin to think about a merger
The following is a conversation between Phil Buchanan, President of The Center for Effective Philanthropy, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Phil Buchanan, President of The Center for Effective Philanthropy, shares the following:
• Why foundations should give more now
• The rapid-response grantee feedback tool
• The challenge to nonprofit revenue models
The following is a conversation between Eric Weingartner, Chief Executive Officer of The Door, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Eric Weingartner, CEO of The Door, shares the following:
• The virtual enrollment process they started and that will continue after the pandemic
• The need for permanent investment in the organizational infrastructure of nonprofits
• How the relationship between government and social service organizations needs to change
The following is a conversation between Jim Bildner, Chief Executive Officer of the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Jim Bildner, Chief Executive Officer of the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, shares the following:
- Pop-Ups are initiatives created rapidly to address an urgent problem.
- Pop-Outs are repurposing available space for a new purpose.
- Push-Throughs are actions taken to push through this crisis.
The following is a conversation between Graham Macmillan, President of Visa Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Graham Macmillan, President of Visa Foundation, shares the following:
- Visa Foundation commits $200 million to support small and micro businesses
- Focus on women’s empowerment
- The sea change this moment represents
The following is a conversation between Calaneet Balas, President & CEO of The ALS Association and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Preventing competitive bidding on Noninvasive Ventilators
- Reimagining their Service Delivery Model in a Crisis
- Sticking With Decisions Timelines
The following is a conversation between Michael Thatcher, President & CEO of Charity Navigator and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Charity Navigator’s new rating system that is going up in July
- 83% of organization surveyed are showing a negative financial impact from the Pandemic
- The importance of being able to add value during a crisis
The following is a conversation between Shannon Farley, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Fast Forward and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- How Tech Nonprofits are Structured
- Service Demands for These Organizations surging during Pandemic
- Tech Nonprofits Designed to Help Fill Gaps in Social Safety Net
The following is a conversation between Pam Iorio, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Mentoring Youth Will be Essential in the Post-Pandemic World
- Insights on How to Go About Making Your Organization Digital
- A Mindset for Leaders in a Crisis
The following is a conversation between Marvin Krislov, President of Pace University and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- A belief that the most significant changes coming out of this will be in graduate education
- Healthcare and tech will be two areas of growing interest
- Sustaining and Nurturing the Pace community
The following is a conversation between Matt Connelly, Chief Executive Officer of Good360 and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- How Good360 has adjusted their service model to meet current demands.
- Seeking alignment between donor partners and the needs of nonprofits.
- Focus on making people’s lives easier at home with toys and educational materials
The following is a conversation between Sian Beilock, President of Barnard College and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- The importance of communications which share insights into a leader’s thinking
- The three principles that guide Barnard’s decision making
- The power of the residential experience
The following is a conversation between Anne Wallestad, President and CEO of BoardSource and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Boards Should Ask CEOs Probing Questions and Avoid Giving Direction
- Advice on Holding a Virtual Board Meeting
- Steps Boards Should Take Before the Next Crisis
The following is a conversation between Dan Porterfield, the President and CEO of The Aspen Institute and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Dan Porterfield, the President and CEO of The Aspen Institute, talks about:
• Ways The Aspen Institute is Coping and Then Creating During this Crisis
• Now is the Moment for Servant Leadership to Shine
• The Key Elements to the Rewriting of the Social Contract
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The following is a conversation between Anne Marie Burgoyne, Managing Director for Social Innovation at the Emerson Collective and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- How non-profits need to budget during a crisis
- The growing importance of collecting data to make smart choices
- Why we should shine a bigger light on the people who are the fabric of our country
The following is a conversation between Carly Fiorina, Founder of the Unlocking Potential Foundation and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Why Leaders Need to Confront Their Fear in a Crisis
- Critical to Remember Your Mission and Purpose. Re-examine Your Plans But Don’t Discard Them
- The Importance of Not Only What You Do But How You Do It
The following is a conversation between Maya Winkelstein, Chief Executive Officer of Open Road Alliance and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Open Road is an emergency room for nonprofits....and it is full
- This is a Critical Moment for Impact Investing
- Risk Management Needs to be on the Agenda of Nonprofit organizations
The following is a conversation between Chuck Slaughter, Founder of Living Goods and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
- Need to focus on the spread of other diseases and not just coronavirus
- Living Goods “No Contact Care” service model
- Benefits of people self reporting through COVID Near You
The following is a conversation between Will Warshauer, President and CEO, of TechnoServe and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
• Changing Focus of Small Business Clients from Growth to Survival
• The importance that Philanthropists Look Beyond Just the Need in Their Own Country and to the Developing World too
• Free White Papers at TechnoServe.org
The following is a conversation between Abby Maxman, President and CEO, of Oxfam America and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
• Advocacy Efforts for Low-Wage Workers in the U.S.
• How Flexible Funding Can Unleash Creativity and Innovation of NGOs
• We are All Humanitarians at this Moment
The following is a conversation between Kyle Zimmer, President and CEO, of First Book and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
• The Terrible Impact of No Learning For Such a Long Period
• First Book Now has Over 8 Million Books
• What Donors Can Do to Help Get Them in the Hands of Children
The following is a conversation between Deborah Bial, President and Founder of the Posse Foundation and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
• The Pivot the Posse Foundation Made to Serve Their Scholars and Alumni
• Impact Pandemic Will Have on Nonprofit Workplace
• The Contrast Between Frontline Health Workers and Decision Makers Underscores Need for Diverse Leadership
The following is a conversation between Kathleen Enright, President and CEO of the Council on Foundations and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving.
• “The Pledge” that hundreds of Foundations have signed onto
• Bright spots in Capacity Building
• The Importance of Infrastructure Organizations to the Sector
The following is a conversation between Larry Kramer, President of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
• The strategy they adopted that allows them to address this
• The changes in philanthropic practice this pandemic can help bring about
• The role philanthropy can play in reimagining capitalism
The following is a conversation between Chip Lyons, President and CEO of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Chip Lyons, President and CEO of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, shares the following:
• Balance between protecting frontline staff and delivering against mission
• The need for philanthropic finding to prepare nonprofits for disruptions and crises
• The emergence of future leaders during this pandemic
The following is a conversation between Maurice Jones, President and CEO of LISC, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Maurice Jones, President and CEO of Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), shares the following:
• LISC’s plan to support small business
• The need for competency when using technology
• Future trend: Workplace Cleanliness
The following is a conversation between Aria Finger, CEO of DoSomething.org, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Aria Finger, CEO of DoSomething, shares the following:
• COVID-19 and mental health
• How the young view our institutions and their ability to cope with challenges of modern world
• The one thing they’ll take back to the office as a result of working remotely
The following is a conversation between Joshua Wright, Executive Director at ideas42, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Joshua Wright, Executive Director at ideas42, shares the following:
• How social distancing message could be made more effective, starting with not calling it social distancing
• Behavioral science recommendations for working and parenting at home
• Tips for making workplace changes you wish stick when we return to a semblance of normal
The following is a conversation between Pam Norley, President of Fidelity Charitable, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Pam Norley, President of Fidelity Charitable, shares the following:
• A framework to think about your Giving to fight this pandemic.
• DAF’s are proving to be Rainy Day Funds and are providing vital capital reserve in communities all across the United States.
• The series of Webinars they’re sponsoring to inform Donors
The following is a conversation between Marta Tellado, President and CEO of Consumer Reports, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Marta Tellado, President and CEO of Consumer Reports, shares the following:
• CR Expert Advice on Grocery Shopping, Masks, In-Home Medicine and More
• Why Nonprofits Must Invest in IT Infrastructure
• The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Future Consumers
The following is a conversation between Karl Hofmann, President and CEO of PSI (Population Services International), and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Karl Hofmann, President and CEO of PSI (Population Services International), shares the following:
• How self-care can reduce the burden on fragile healthcare systems
• The potential devastating impact that COVID-19 will have only the Global South
• The importance of leaders showing empathy, flexibility, and optimism during a crisis
The following is a conversation between Sherrie Westin, President of Social Impact and Philanthropy for Sesame Workshop, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Sherrie Westin, President of Social Impact and Philanthropy for Sesame Workshop, shares the following:
• The free content Sesame Workshop has created for children and parents which can be found at the Caring for Each Other portal
• How Sesame Workshop has reimagined their global programs to deliver against mission
• The social readjustments that need to occur on the other side of this pandemic
The following is a conversation between Carter Roberts, President and CEO of the World Wildlife Fund, and Denver Frederick, the host of The Business of Giving.
In this interview, Carter Roberts, President and CEO of the World Wildlife Fund, shares the following:
• The connection between nature and human health and what we need to do to prevent future pandemics.
• How WWF is reimagining its work to continue to deliver against mission.
• The impact this pandemic will have on the World Wildlife Fund going forward.
The following is a conversation between Daryl Brewster, Chief Executive Officer of CECP, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Daryl Brewster, CEO of CECP, shares the following:
• Companies will be known by how they respond to this pandemic.
• CEO needs to be the Chief Empathy Officer.
• CECP’s Four-part strategy to address the COVID-19 crisis
The following is a conversation between Brad Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Candid, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Brad Smith, CEO of Candid, shares the following:
• What Foundation Giving in previous recessions may point to
• How Community Foundations are the frontlines in a crisis
• Thoughts on how this pandemic can change the way we think about work and institutions
The following is a conversation between Jonathan Reckford, Chief Executive Officer of Habitat for Humanity International and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International, shares the following:
• The growing housing crisis
• The need to maintain capacity to respond at scale during recover phase
• The importance of core values guiding organization’s response in a crisis.
The following is a conversation between Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, Chief Medical Officer for Prevention at the American Heart Association, and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Dr. Eduardo Sanchez shares the following:
• Advice to heart patients and those with hypertension.
• Need to control the controllables
• Haiku’s at the American Heart Association
Wash hands really well
To stop coronavirus
And live a long life
-Dr. Eduardo Sanchez
The following is a conversation between Charles Best, Founder and CEO of DonorsChoose and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
In this interview, Charles Best shares the following:
• 97% of teachers concerned about their students learning during the pandemic.
• How DonorsChoose pivoted to send supplies and resources directly to students homes instead of the classroom.
• The staff emergency fund they’ve created.
The following is a conversation between Tyler Norris, CEO of Well Being Trust and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
- Significant mental health issues that are arising and will continue as a result of this pandemic.
- COVID-19 as the great “unmasker.”
- What employers can do for their employees during this time.
The following is a conversation between Billy Shore, Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Share Our Strength and No Kid Hungry and Denver Frederick, the Host of the Business of Giving.
- How No Kid Hungry is getting nutritious food to the 22 million school children who depend upon it.
- Major commitments from Williams Sonoma and Angelina Jolie.
- The importance of investing in Brand.
We hear news of lockdowns and nationwide quarantine all over the world. Governments enforce rules with an iron fist to ensure everyone's safety from the menacing and highly infectious COVID 19. But how much power does a democratic government need for it to still fall under the folds of democracy?
Ken Roth, our guest for today, is the Executive Director of the Human Rights Watch. He's here to tell us the different methods other countries are doing to combat the virus and whether they are true to the democracy they are supposed to uphold. He gives his opinion on how much force the government should use in this time of crisis and how much liberty the average American should exercise for the public good.
Ken Roth believes that we will overcome this as a nation, but he maintains that everyone should be watchful of the freedom we all fought so hard for.
Hear more about human rights and what you can do to preserve them during these challenging times in this interview with Denver Frederick.
Communication is an important part of our lives and when the COVID 19 hit the United States, we were forced to restrict physical human interactions to a bare minimum. But how do our government officials stay informed and make sure we are winning against the virus on all fronts?
We have people like James Anderson to thank for this. He is the head of the Government Innovation Programs at Bloomberg Philantrophies and they work tirelessly to help make relevant information accessible to the key people in our communities. They bring support not only to address the physical health of the nation, but also the mental, social and our public safety needs. They believe that this is a crisis we can overcome if we keep on sharing our best practices in combating this disease.
James says that this virus is the first to hit the entirety of the United States and it took us all by surprise. But this is just another crisis and there's no hurdle we can't leap if we work together. Listen and join us in keeping America informed and safe in this interview with Denver Frederick.
With COVID-19 hitting the nation hard, many people are wondering about those who are already experiencing chronic illnesses even before this pandemic. Are they more at risk? Will they need to suspend their treatment? What can they do to stay safe?
Gary Reedy, the President and CEO of the American Cancer Society, is here with us today to give clarity to some of the most pressing questions the general public may have regarding cancer patients and their vulnerability against coronavirus. He gives insight on discussing medical treatments between physician and patients as well as some precautions those who are battling cancer may take.
We are all facing the same challenges and the community quarantines are making more and more inconveniences surface. But for some this disease brings even more of a threat to what was already a very hard fight. Know more about their story in this interview with Denver Frederick.
Many of us were distressed when the COVID-19 epidemic struck and even more retreated to the safety of their homes. While we cope with this new and totally foreign experience differently, there are still those who stay on the streets not because they are frontliners, but because they simply have nowhere else to go.
Roseanne Haggerty, the CEO of Community Solutions is our guest speaker and she talks about the efforts they are putting to give shelter to those who don't have any. She mentions that though her company and other nonprofits are working hand in hand and doing the best they can, people can still contribute to their cause and help save lives in their own community.
Roseanne is here to inspire us and instill in our hearts that this is everyone's fight. Everyone's responsible for the safety of the entire country. Stay at home and stay safe while listening to this interview with Denver Frederick.
Transcript here: https://denver-frederick.com/2020/03/31/community-solutions-ceo-discusses-how-the-covid-19-crisis-are-affecting-the-homeless-and-how-the-stimulus-bill-can-help/
We, as a nation, are facing an unseen foe like never before and along with the numerous and heroic medical personnel on our frontlines, we rely on nonprofit organizations for the vital things a coping society needs: providing healthcare, education and food.
Dan Cardinali, CEO of the Independent Sector, tells us the magnitude of the nonprofit organizations' role in this time of crisis, the government's actions aimed towards alleviating their economic hardships, and why everyone should help sustain the continuous cycle of giving.
We have a strong belief in helping others and now, more than ever, is the time to support the people who are going out of their way to help others. Discover more in this amazing interview with Denver Frederick.
Transcript here: https://denver-frederick.com/2020/03/27/dan-cardinali-ceo-of-the-independent-sector-cites-collective-action-victories-for-nonprofits-during-covid-19-crisis/
The world has entered into a global crisis and we've been hearing a lot about this on the news. People fall ill because of this new virus and those on the frontline are rushing to help. But who's helping them?
Brian Gallagher is our guest for this discussion and he's the CEO of United Way Worldwide. He's here to stress the importance of helping each other during critical times and how his organization innovated their platforms and partnered with other companies to gather and disperse more help. He also highlights how leading the people into helping one another creates a virtuous circle which gives a ray of hope amidst the darkness.
Find out more about how you can help and why you should help in this timely interview with Denver Frederick.
Transcript here: https://denver-frederick.com/2020/03/27/united-way-worldwide-ceo-talks-about-leadership-and-the-challenges-facing-the-nonprofit-sector-amidst-the-covid-19-crisis/
Transcript here: https://denver-frederick.com/2020/03/16/fred-watts-executive-director-of-police-athletic-league-of-new-york-joins-denver-frederick/
The following is a conversation between Vartan Gregorian, the President of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, and Denver Frederick, Host of The Business of Giving on AM 970 The Answer in New York City.
It is now my pleasure, indeed my honor, to welcome to the show one of the greatest friends that philanthropy and education has ever had. As president and CEO, he oversaw the renaissance of the New York Public Library in the 1980s. He left Brown University in far better shape than he founded where he served as its president through much of the 1990s, and who has been the guiding spirit of the Carnegie Corporation for nearly 20 years. He is Vartan Gregorian, the President of the Carnegie Corporation of New York.