Agents of Nonprofit

Join host Alexander Lapa in this episode of "Agents of Nonprofit" as he interviews Ansley Fender, the founder of Grantcycle, a groundbreaking software solution for post-award grant management. Ansley shares her inspiring journey into nonprofit management, her decision to create Grantcycle, and her insights into specialized software for grant management. Discover how Ansley's acciden...

In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, our guest Kismet Saglam sheds light on the intricacies of the nonprofit Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Kismet emphasizes the need for discretion and privacy in certain situations, acknowledging that publicizing an RFP can attract unwanted attention and distractions. By maintaining a controlled communication approach, organizations can focus on the task...

In the dynamic realm of fundraising, are you ready to unlock your potential as an agent of change? Join us on Episode 64 of Agents of Nonprofit as we delve into the captivating world of Evan Wildstein's groundbreaking book, "The Nonprofiteer's Fundraising Field Guide." Prepare to be empowered with a modern approach to philanthropic success that will elevate your impact to new h...

Discover the secret behind thriving organizations and unlock the power of strategic planning with renowned expert Carol Hamilton. In this captivating episode, Carol, founder of Grace Social Sector Consulting and host of the Mission:Impact podcast, shares her profound insights on strategic planning in the nonprofit sector. From leveraging technology to incorporating DEI practices, learn the key str...

Do you know what's the secret to achieving success in an organization? Hint: it involves building a strong team. Discover the secrets to mastering the art of successful team building! If you're interested in learning how to create a cohesive and high-performing team, be sure to tune in to this episode featuring Erik Rubadeau, CEO of Yeeboo Digital. Join us as Erik talks about the entire...

Are you ready to change the world but don't know where to begin? Tune in to discover how Technopath can guide you through the crucial steps of starting a nonprofit, so you can focus on making a difference! Discover the secrets to non-profit success as Technopath's CEO, Sarah Epting, spills the beans on building and thriving in this week's unmissable episode. Sarah shares how Technop...

Do you wonder what details go into setting up a nonprofit? What problem are they solving? Are other people solving the same problem? How do I receive advice? This is for you! In this week’s episode, Brooke Richie Babbage joins us to share from her experience in setting up nonprofits. Brooke wanted to get into social justice work from as early as 10 years old!  Now with over 20 years experience in...

Fundraising is at the heart of every nonprofit. With the right strategy, communication channel and fundraising message, nonprofits are able to achieve their targets with ease. In this week’s episode, Alexander is joined by Renee Garvens to tackle unique perspectives in fundraising. Renee is the Vice president of Development at the Tobin Center for Performing Arts.  In her discussion, she details t...

Did you know that visual presentations of data are 43% more effective than written or vocal? Human beings have always interacted with visual effects as a means of survival, concentration, and mental stimulation. On this week’s podcast, Alexander is joined by Amelia Kohm, the founder of Data Viz for nonprofits. Amelia previously worked in policy research around children and families. She offers us...

‘I feel the need to build something that is serving the mission of my customers, and doing something good in the world’ - Pat McClellan If you have ever wondered what it’s like to build an app from scratch this episode is for you. After a career change from media to software development, Pat McClellan has an app to show for it! He has built the Proton Blaster, a messaging app with Salesforce. Pat...

In this week’s episode, Alexander sits down with Sarah Merion, the visionary founder and CEO of Impact Aligned, to discuss how data can be a game-changer for nonprofits.  With a wealth of experience spanning over a decade in the for-profit realm, Sarah has made it her mission to help nonprofit organizations achieve their goals by utilizing data-driven strategies, visualizing outcomes, and more.  T...

Making a decision about the right technology to use in your nonprofit? One with the right functions to add relevance to your objectives? What’s the best short term vs long term path to take tech-wise? Should nonprofits adopt new tech such as AI? Kevin Christoper George, a tech expert joins Alexander to answer these and more! Kevin is the founder of Green Merits Consulting, an organization that foc...

‘We're not going to change capitalism, but we can change the way that capitalism thinks about how to engage with mission-driven organizations.’  -Tracy Kronzak What is an impact economy? How can nonprofits ensure to make profit without neglecting the integrity of social impact? What are partnerships for good? Is an impact economy really attainable? Tracy Kronzak answers all these with practic...

Wondering which CRM works best for your nonprofit? How to sustain your CRM after employees leave over time? Looking for CRM recommendations? Julia Devine shares valuable insights on this week’s episode. Julia Devine is the co-founder of Devine & Parker Consulting, a firm which supports nonprofits, helping them create their strategy for technology implementation, training staff on usage, suppor...

Are you tired of aimlessly searching for potential donors for your nonprofit organization? Do you want to get the most out of your fundraising efforts and build strong teams? On the podcast today is Regina Alhassan, who answers these questions and more. She is the CEO of Research Pro and has 23 years of experience in prospect development consulting and getting big donations. Regina is an expert at...

This week, we are joined by Geng Wang to talk about Civic Champs, a volunteering CRM. Geng Wang is the CEO and co-founder of Civic Champs, a platform designed to help volunteer managers, coordinators and organizations manage their volunteers from recruitment to reporting. In this conversation, Geng Wang walks us through the features available on the Civic Champs app and how beneficial they are to...

Do you want to learn the insider secrets of Salesforce success? Join us on the 50th episode of Agents of Nonprofit podcast as your normal host Alexander Lapa becomes the guest to today’s host: Tim Lockie. Alex is a Salesforce Architect for nonprofits and host of this podcast. He will take us through his story and his journey to mastering Salesforce, plus share best practices when it comes to choos...

This week, Heather Burright is welcomed to the show to discuss learning strategies and solutions, change management, and empowering your people as a nonprofit. Heather is a learning and leadership development consultant and the founder and principal consultant at Skill Masters Market. She has created hundreds of learning experiences from in person training, self-paced experiences, virtual classroo...

Is being your company's Salesforce expert something you're interested in? Do you want to exceed expectations while optimizing and reducing your workload? If so, this episode is for you. Joining us on the podcast is author and Salesforce expert Jodi Hrbek, who’s spent over 20 years using Salesforce. She is an expert in setting up and optimizing the Salesforce platform for businesses of al...

‘Of people with disabilities that are unemployed, over half of them have a university degree.’ - Chad Leaman Disabilities can have a significant impact on a person's social and economic standing. Those with disabilities face barriers to education, employment, and social participation, which can limit their opportunities and cause poverty, limit access to healthcare and other services, and red...

Are you a non-profit leader who is overworked and undersupported? Do you find it hard to keep your staff, board, or team interested? Feeling overwhelmed by the constant pressure to meet your organization's goals and raise money? If so, this episode provides a solution for you. Susan Kahan, Founder and Principal of Sapphire Fundraising Specialists, joins us to discuss how her company helps non...

What can you do to connect better with your audience? How do you hear what they are saying beyond what is spoken? What can you do to improve your connection and authenticity with them through more transparent engagement? This episode will help you answer any of the questions above. We welcome Emily Taylor to talk about strategic listening for nonprofits. With teenyBIG, Emily helps nonprofits engag...

In this week’s episode, I host Zak Pines. Zak has been in the SaaS industry for many years and has diverse experience in sales, marketing, and partnerships. Marketo, HubSpot, and Salesforce are among the software ecosystems he has worked with throughout his career. Currently, Zak is at Formstack where he has been building and managing a partner program and a community of product experts who provid...

In this episode, I talk to my 13-year-old nephew Samuel about nonprofits, customer relationship management (CRM), and how they work.  I help Samuel understand what nonprofits and CRMs are and how they work using gaming references. Listen in and giggle away while I explain the following to my young nephew in a language he understands: What is a non-profit organization? What is a CRM and how does it...

Running a nonprofit requires a lot of planning, tracking and client management, reaching out to donors, staff coordination, task management, and many other tasks. This can be daunting. With new challenges at hand such as great resignations, global economic challenges, there is more nonprofits have to handle, and this requires more seamless technology to run operations, marketing, and communication...