Mazlo, Kian Alavi

Built for Good

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Built for Good is for the community builders driving missions that matter. Host Kian Alavi shares real stories, hard-won lessons, and data that challenges assumptions, helping you move with more clarity and less guesswork. Each episode delivers actionable insights to accelerate decisions and make meaningful work less of a solo struggle. Now… let’s build for good. Built for Good is brought to you by Mazlo. Mazlo simplifies accounting, banking, compliance, and fundraising—so you can focus on your mission, not your back office.

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Mazlo, Kian Alavi

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Stay in Your Lane: What Nonprofits Get Wrong About Growth and Collaboration 12.05.2026 54:06

In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Manny Hernandez, CEO of The Diabetes Link. Manny shares the evolution of The Diabetes Link, a nonprofit focused exclusively on young adults living with diabetes. The Diabetes Link provides community, clinically validated guidance, and culturally relevant resources so that no young adult living with diabetes has to face these transit...

How to Change the World Without Power or Permission 28.04.2026 59:49

In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Michael Sheldrick, Co-founder of Global Citizen. Michael shares his journey from a struggling student in Australia to leading one of the world’s most impactful advocacy organizations focused on ending extreme poverty. The conversation explores how Global Citizen was built by turning awareness into action—mobilizing millions of peopl...

From Networks to Opportunity: How Colorwave Builds Economic Mobility 14.04.2026 50:05

In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with John Roussel, Co-founder and CEO of Colorwave. John shares the founding story of Colorwave, launched during the uncertainty of 2020 with a mission to close the wealth gap by connecting underrepresented professionals to opportunities within venture-backed startups. Key discussion topics include the importance of networks in accessing...

Fear, Algorithms, and the IRS: Erin Bradrick Reveals What’s Really Happening to Nonprofits 11.11.2025 53:01

In the season finale of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Erin Bradrick, an attorney and principal at NEO Law Group, to dive deep into the complexities and challenges facing nonprofits today. Erin Bradrick shares her personal journey from litigator to nonprofit legal expert and offers practical advice for nonprofit leaders—especially for those just getting started or looking to streng...

From Diplomat to Nonprofit Hero: Ajani Husbands’ Impact Journey 31.10.2025 52:07

In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Ajani Husbands, Vice President & Senior Counsel at Build Up Companies and the Campbell Law Firm, to explore his multifaceted journey from his Caribbean roots to diplomatic service, law, and nonprofit leadership. Ajani shares powerful stories from his upbringing in Barbados, international diplomatic work, and efforts to support g...

The Art (and Law) of Fiscal Sponsorship with Lisa Burger of Independent Arts & Media 14.10.2025 1:00:16

In this episode, host Kian Alavi sits down with Lisa Burger, Executive Director of Independent Arts and Media. Lisa shares her winding journey from law to arts management, breaking down the ins and outs of fiscal sponsorship—a lifeline for many small nonprofits and grassroots projects. The conversation explores the various models of fiscal sponsorship, including legal, financial, and practical imp...

Let the Light Shine: Building a Platform for Change with Michael Pace of Social Good Fund 30.09.2025 55:31

In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Michael Pace, founder and CEO of Social Good Fund—one of the nation’s most impactful nonprofits supporting grassroots changemakers. Michael shares his personal journey: the frustrations that inspired him to create Social Good Fund, how he intentionally lowered barriers to fiscal sponsorship, and the driving philosophy at the heart o...

Leveraging AI for Better Healthcare Outcomes with Sunita Mohanty of Vibrant 16.09.2025 36:24

In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Sunita Mohanty, CEO and co-founder of Vibrant Practice, to explore the intersection of AI, healthcare, and social impact. Sunita shares her journey from a product leader at Meta to founding Vibrant, an operating system designed for modern, independent medical practices focused on functional and integrative medicine. The conversation...

Power, Risk, and the Mechanics of Impact with Elena Chavez Quezada of StarrWise 03.09.2025 51:51

In this insightful episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Elena Chavez Quezada, a leader in philanthropy and social impact who has shaped policy and practice across nonprofits, government, and foundations. Elena shares her inspiring journey from growing up in New Mexico to navigating roles at Tipping Point, the Aspen Institute, the California Governor’s Office, and now, co-leadi...

Fiscal Sponsorship and the Future of Social Impact Filmmaking with E2AC 19.08.2025 41:08

In this inaugural episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Nick Hudson, Executive Director of Entertainment to Effect Change (E2AC), a nonprofit transforming the way social impact content is made and funded. Nick shares the journey of E2AC’s rapid growth, from a handful of fiscally sponsored projects to over 150, and discusses early challenges, lessons learned, and the unique valu...

Welcome to Built for Good 13.08.2025 0:37

Built for Good launches on Tuesday, August 19th. Subscribe now to hear the first episode as soon as it drops!