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In this episode of Print to Pixel, Dennis Kelly interviews Nathan Chappell, Senior Vice President at DonorSearch AI, about the impact of AI on fundraising. Nathan shares his journey into the nonprofit sector and how his background in technology and business led him to the intersection of AI and generosity. He discusses the potential of AI in the nonprofit sector, emphasizing the importance of resp...

In this episode of Print to Pixel, Dennis interviews Mark Becker, founding partner of Cathexis Partners, about the role of technology in the nonprofit industry. They discuss the importance of selecting and implementing the right technology stack, the impact of well-defined technology projects on nonprofits, and the current landscape of nonprofit tech vendors. They also touch on the pain points of...

Eliza Slone, VP of Strategy at MKDM, shares her journey in the nonprofit world and the importance of storytelling and brand in fundraising. She emphasizes the need for nonprofits to simplify their message and evoke emotion to make a lasting impact. Eliza also discusses the challenges faced by nonprofit professionals, including interdepartmental conflicts and lack of recognition. She highlights the...

Erica Waasdorp, president of A Direct Solution, shares her expertise in helping nonprofits convert one-time donors into monthly donors. She discusses her background in direct mail and how she got involved in monthly giving. Erica emphasizes the importance of tailoring the monthly giving program to each organization and the need for a multi-channel approach. She highlights the value of monthly dono...

Tim Oleary, CEO of NextGen Fundraising, discusses the evolution of fundraising in the nonprofit sector and the importance of integrating digital channels with traditional print methods. He emphasizes the need for a coordinated approach to fundraising, using data science, automation, and creative strategies to create a personalized and engaging donor experience. Tim also highlights the challenges f...

Steve Smith, Chief Revenue Officer of Live Oak Fiber, discusses his background in the telecom industry and the founding of Live Oak Fiber. He emphasizes the importance of connectivity in rural areas and the impact it can have on communities. Smith also talks about the marketing strategies used by Live Oak Fiber, including direct mail and personalization. He highlights the need to understand custom...

Jesse Cunningham, Platform Partnerships Manager at HubSpot, shares his journey to joining HubSpot and the value of integrations in marketing technology. He discusses the benefits of the HubSpot Partner Program and how it creates a win-win-win scenario for customers, partners, and HubSpot. The conversation also explores the challenges of navigating the vast marketing tech ecosystem and offers insig...

Kimberly McKinley, the CMO of Utopia Fiber, shares insights on the challenges and strategies of fiber marketing, emphasizing the importance of building brand trust and leveraging traditional and digital marketing channels. She also highlights the role of technology, transparency, and customer relationships in marketing success. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:41 - Introduction to Utopia Fiber and Kimbe...

Mandy Thompson, CEO of Digital Reach Online Solutions, discusses the growth and evolution of her company, specializing in HubSpot CRM platform implementation and customization. The conversation covers the origin story of Digital Reach, its transition to becoming a HubSpot partner, and the strategic use of direct mail in conjunction with other channels to drive results for the Connecticut Project....

Trish Witkowski is the CEO and founder of Foldfactory.com, an international keynote speaker, and an instructor for LinkedIn Learning. At the helm of Foldfactory, Trish serves as the President and is the mastermind behind the award-winning FOLDRite™ folding template system. She has also authored several valuable resources, including the well-received "Direct Mail Simplified" and "Paper Folding Temp...

In this episode we have Casey Hill, the Senior Growth Marketing Manager at ActiveCampaign, a global leader in marketing automation, email marketing, and CRM. With over a decade of experience propelling software companies to rapid growth, Casey pioneers creative strategies, from garnering millions of views on platforms like Quora and LinkedIn to securing podcast appearances. In his current role, he...

In this episode we have Brad Kugler, Co-founder and CEO at DirectMail 2.0. DirectMail 2.0's innovative solutions make direct mail the most effective form of advertising by integrating it with cutting-edge technology. DirectMail 2.0 offers a groundbreaking, cloud-based marketing platform that not only tracks the effectiveness of direct mail campaigns but also seamlessly integrates with digital plat...

In this episode we have Thomas Foti, the Vice President of Product Solutions at the United States Postal Service (USPS). In this role, he is responsible for overseeing enterprise-wide product solutions, focusing on strategic development, and managing a diverse portfolio of product lines and services. With over 32 years of USPS experience, Thomas has held executive leadership roles in product manag...

In this episode we have Mike Porter, the president at Print/Mail Consultants and PMC Content Services. Their focus is on raising awareness and nurturing leads through well-executed content marketing strategies. Mike is an industry adviser, author, and business communications expert with a consistent track record of driving inbound marketing, even for resource-limited companies. Mike's passion for...

In this episode we have Brian Snider, the President and Chief Creative Officer at The GRI Marketing Group, a direct and digital marketing agency, delivering responsive integrated marketing across various media. Their services encompass strategic planning, creative execution, and campaigns spanning offline, online, and out-of-home channels. Their 35 years in the field have yielded significant reven...

In this episode we have Kevin Lee, the visionary CEO at eMarketing Association, an organization dedicated to empowering marketers across the advertising, marketing, media, and agency spectrum. Committed to education and support, the association facilitates connections and knowledge exchange within the realm of paid media (advertising, influencers, promotions, sponsorships), earned media (PR, digit...

In this episode we have Michael Helms, the Regional VP of Sales at RR Donnelley (RRD), a global leader in multichannel solutions for marketing and business communications. With over 50,000 customers and a presence in 345 countries, RRD offers a comprehensive portfolio of capabilities underpinned by Michael's expertise. Beyond technical know-how, Michael is a conductor of collaborative brilliance,...

In this episode we have Lianne Wade, a Senior Director of Client Service at MERGE Boston, specializing in integrated marketing. She is highly skilled in employing omnichannel strategies that incorporate various channels, including direct mail, to drive successful campaigns. Lianne's expertise extends to customer insights, data analytics, omni-channel marketing strategy, and measurable, ROI-based s...

In this episode we have Jeff Tarran joining us. Jeff is the Chief Operating Officer of Gunderson Direct, one of the leading marketing agencies specializing in direct mail in the U.S. Gunderson has been building and improving direct mail programs for large companies and well funded startups for over 18 years, applying proprietary testing and optimization techniques to lead generation, customer acqu...

In this episode we have Bruce McMeekin. Bruce is CEO and founder of BKM Marketing, an Inc. 5000, omnichannel marketing agency focused on delivering turnkey, results-driven marketing programs for banks and other results-driven B2B and B2C clients. Bruce and his BKM Marketing colleagues assemble high-caliber project teams of seasoned creatives, data analysts, digital, and print production experts th...

In this episode we have Steve Falk, the VP Partnerships and Sustainability at The AIIM Group in Aurora, Ontario. With expertise in both physical and digital technologies, Steve and the team at AIIM integrate triggered Variable Data Printing and Direct Mail into clients' tech stacks, driving improved sales, customer engagement, and charitable donations.   Steve’s a well known expert in om...

In this episode we have Nancy Harhut joining us. Nancy is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at HBT Marketing. They create digital and direct marketing campaigns driven by what behavioral scientists have proven about how people make decisions. And, we deliver superior results for some of the best brands around. Nancy has an extensive knowledge of direct and digital marketing best practices,...