The AI Dude

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch, MS is joined by Bryan Sim, PhD, Product Lead at Dataro . Bryan combines his background in psychology, data science, and product management to help nonprofits use predictive AI to maximize their impact. With over seven years of experience in B2B and B2C product development, Bryan shares his journey from consulting for Greenpeace Australia to...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, sponsored by Bloomerang and Fundraise Up, host Josh Hirsch, MS, kicks off an engaging conversation with Griff Bohm, co-founder and CRO of Momentum. Griff brings a unique perspective, blending his background in behavioral psychology, philanthropy, and financial decision-making with his expertise in AI-driven solutions for nonprofits. Griff shares his fascinat...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch, MS, is joined by Alice Ferris, CFRE, ACFRE founding partner of GoalBusters Consulting and a seasoned nonprofit leader with over 30 years of experience. Alice shares her journey from volunteering at PBS Wisconsin to becoming an expert in fundraising strategy, productivity, and AI integration for nonprofits. Alice dives into how AI tools like...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch, MS is joined by Sal Salpietro, Chief Community Officer at Fundraise Up and Board Secretary of Asia Wild. With a background in technology, digital marketing, and nonprofits, Sal discusses the power of AI in fundraising and donor engagement. From his experience as a digital fundraiser to his current role with Fundraise Up, Sal shares how nonp...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch is joined by Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed. D., Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations at the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and Director of The Fund Raising School. Bill brings over 40 years of experience in the philanthropic sector, including roles at the Indiana Youth Institute and as a media personality. Bill and Josh discuss how ar...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch chats with Frank Mumford, CFRE, fundraiser-turned-technology advocate and a leader in nonprofit innovation. With over 14 years of experience, including roles in university fundraising and at the Great Twin Cities United Way, Frank shares his journey from cold-calling as a teenager to becoming a champion of personalized donor stewardship. Fra...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch welcomes Chris McGown, founder and principal of Peak 9860, to explore how artificial intelligence is impacting the world of planned giving while keeping relationships at the heart of fundraising. With over 30 years of nonprofit development experience, Chris has cultivated $95 million in planned gifts and shares invaluable lessons from his ca...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch sits down with Diana Otero , Senior Product Marketing Manager at Bloomerang , to explore the intersection of AI and nonprofit innovation. With a deep background in volunteer-driven organizations, Diana shares how her experience maintaining trails for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy shaped her perspective on nonprofit operations and volunte...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch, MS engages in an in-depth conversation with ⁠ Woodrow Rosenbaum ⁠, ⁠Chief Data Officer at GivingTuesday⁠, and a leading voice in the global generosity movement. Together, they uncover how artificial intelligence (AI) and data are transforming the nonprofit landscape, from shaping donor engagement strategies to driving impactful decision-mak...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch sits down with Scott Remington to discuss the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for nonprofits. They explore how AI can serve as a co-pilot, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making without replacing human jobs. The conversation covers the ethical implications of AI, the importance of education and advocacy for nonprofits...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch sits down with Cherian Koshy, a distinguished innovator, strategist, and expert in philanthropy, to explore the evolving role of AI in nonprofit fundraising. As Vice President of Product Strategy at KindSight and a Certified Fund Raising Executive with extensive expertise in behavioral science and AI ethics, Cherian shares insights into how...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch, MS sits down with Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD, Senior Vice President of Talent Solutions at Dickerson Bakker, to discuss how AI is revolutionizing the hiring process within nonprofit organizations. With over 15 years of experience in the sector, Kat shares invaluable insights on the integration of AI tools in recruitment, the psychology behind dec...

In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch sits down with Liz Peuster, the Chief Communications Officer of the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA). Liz brings over two decades of experience in association management, communications, and technology integration. The episode looks at the impact of AI tools on the nonprofit sector, particularly in associations, and highlights how...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch is joined by fundraising expert Erik Tomalis, Chief Evangelist at Virtuous, to explore the evolving role of AI in nonprofit fundraising. With over two decades of experience and thousands of face-to-face donor interactions under his belt, Erik shares his rich journey from working with renowned organizations like St. Jude Chil...

In this debut episode of The AI Dude podcast, host Josh Hirsch—AI strategist and nonprofit consultant—dives into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the nonprofit sector. Joined by his AI co-hosts, Insight Iris and Logic Leo , Josh explores the practical ways AI can help nonprofits turn overwhelming data into actionable insights that drive impact. From data analysis to predictive analyt...