Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & Fundraising

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I have Yulia Zhernovaya as my guest. She is the Head of Operations and Strategy at Giveffect, the leading all-in-one nonprofit software. She aims to translate her passion for technology into the nonprofit sector and demonstrate how technology can make our work more human. In this conversation, we are diving into the ways technology can help break down silos and...

In this episode, I have Brian Ford, the host of the Self Improvement Daily Podcast – with 17+ million downloads to date. He is on a mission to help convert human intention into action and has been actively working on personal development for over a decade. There’s so much content out there about self-improvement. We talk about it, we think about it, but when it comes down to it we don’t actually d...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I have Amy Varga, the founder of The Varga Group, as my guest. She is a fundraising expert and leadership coach who is dedicated to raising the standards of her profession, and I'm so excited to explore all things leadership, philanthropy, and fundraising together. Amy shares some incredible fundraising tips and tricks. She provides many good insights into...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of executive coaching and leadership development with Janet Ioli, a former leader in Fortune 200 Companies. Janet has earned a reputation as an extraordinarily talented, results-oriented, and sought-after executive coach, leadership coach, change strategist, speaker, and organizational advisor. In this conversation, we talk about developing self-awarene...

In this episode, we dive into the world of marketing and donor engagement strategies with Katelyn Baughan, a nonprofit marketing consultant with a passion for making a difference. Katelyn will share the significance of data analysis and testing to refine strategies, drawing inspiration from successful organizations. Additionally, she opens up about the challenges of vulnerability and the power of...

Welcome to this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast. We have Christine Barone with me today and we will explore the transformative power of creativity. Christine will discuss various aspects of creativity and its impact on personal and professional growth. Learn how to reflect on childhood interests and activities as potential sources of inspiration. Discover how tapping into our inner child an...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I have Meenakshi Das, a data equity speaker, consultant and trainer for nonprofits and agencies. She will share valuable insights on how nonprofits can effectively use data to make better-informed decisions and build trust with their community. We will discuss important topics such as communication strategies, intentional commitment, unconscious biases in data c...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I’m having Ami Paradise with me, and we're going to talk about finding balance, and how to prioritize self-care for your well-being. Ami shares her journey of burnout and how she discovered the importance of self-care. If you're someone who struggles with balancing your own well-being with the things you care about, this episode is for you. So, tune in...

In this episode, I'm joined by our special guest Rhea Wong , a former executive director turned entrepreneur and the host of the Nonprofit Lowdown Podcast. Join our discussion today to learn more about Rhea's journey in the nonprofit space, various aspects of successful fundraising, and how to shift your fundraising mindset. In this episode, you’ll learn: [4:39] Fundraising is not about...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I have Elizabeth Abel as my guest. She is a Senior Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a global fundraising consulting firm to nonprofits. In this episode, we will get to know Elizabeth's background, what led her to nonprofit work and how she started, what philanthropy is, and how to embrace it in your daily life, leadership, and so much more! In this episod...

I’m so honored to have Alison Edwards as my guest in this episode of Lead with Heart. She is a local nonprofit leader and the CEO of Orange County Human Relations. At OC Human Relations, they truly embody their mission not only when it comes to being the changemakers in their community, but when it comes to creating a good workplace for their staff with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging...

In this episode, I’m talking to Alana Weinroth. She is the Director of Development and Communications at Covenant House California, a Certified Life & Mindset Coach, and a 200-hour Registered Yoga Instructor. After experiencing bouts of severe burnout and vicarious trauma, Alana reconnected with herself, established a healthy self-care routine, and started the Give a Damn Community to help oth...

I’m so excited to have Mazarine Treyz as my guest in this episode of Lead with Heart. She is an effectiveness coach specializing in Human Design who helps leaders and teams step into their highest potential by knowing their unique designs. Join us today to discover what Human Design is all about and the ways it can help you become a better leader and fundraiser. Mazarine walks us through very simp...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I have Dawn Reese, the Chief Executive Officer of The Wooden Floor, as my guest. She is a social innovator who leverages her unique blend of experience in business, technology, education, and the arts to propel young people forward. Tune in to discover ways to become a better nonprofit leader, as Dawn shares with us all about the power of leading with empathy th...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I’m talking to Traci Shirachi. She is the CEO and President of The Mark USA, Inc., an applied research and evaluation firm that serves organizations and programs focused on transforming underserved individuals and communities and helps them demonstrate their social impact. When people hear the word data they tend to run the other way, but please don’t run! Join...

Today’s episode of Lead With Heart is a super powerful one that is packed full with the wise words of my guest, Stephanie Courtillier. She is the founder and CEO of Integrous Women and is paving the way for the next generation of conscious leaders. By living through heart-space versus head-space, she continues to inspire and educate audiences wherever she goes, creating and implementing social imp...

The guest for today's podcast is Lola Gershfeld , an expert in Corporate Emotional Connection . We have discussed the importance of emotional connection and how it can help to create strong relationships within a non-profit or a corporation. Lola explained her EmC process and how it has benefited the organizations she worked with. In this episode, you’ll learn: [01:58] How Lola Gershfeld got...

I’m so excited to have Bekah Giacomantonio as my guest in this episode of Lead with Heart. She is a nonprofit dropout and the founder, host, and keeper of the Interdependence Incubator, a community for white women who crave healing and a space for us to practice freedom. The time is NOW to start healing and making a collective change. Join us today as we talk about healing and change at the person...

Today’s episode of Lead with Heart  is the first episode of my Series on Leadership. I believe leadership is fundamental to how we grow and it's both a personal and external process. In this series of interviews, you’ll hear from some amazing leaders and we’ll explore together ways to become a better leader, with the best practices and the best advice out there. To kick off this inspiring ser...

I am very excited to have Mr. Pete Bowen on this episode of the Lead with Heart Podcast. I really value his leadership style and I am happy to talk to him about that, as well as ways to become our best selves and change the world. Pete Bowen is a consultant, author, coach, speaker, and the creator of Covenant Leadership, a simple approach to developing good relationships that brings happiness and...

In this episode of Lead with Heart, I’m talking to Shivani Hiralal about burnout, mental health, mindfulness, and self-care in the social impact space.  Shivani is a social impact leader, marketer, yoga and mindfulness instructor, and wellness coach. Her life's mission is to spread awareness about mental health and reduce the stigma around mental health conversations. In this episode, you’ll...

As a certified fundraising executive, I’m very excited to bring Zoot Velasco to the Lead with Heart Podcast today to talk more about his strategy when it comes to social impact organizations, fundraising, resource gathering, and strategic partnerships. Zoot is the executive director of the Friends of Fullerton College Foundation, and director of the Gianneschi  Center for Nonprofit Research at Cal...

I'm so excited today because I have Victoria Torres as my first guest on the Lead with Heart Podcast. Victoria serves as the Director of Community Impact at The Samueli Foundation overseeing the Foundation's work as it relates to the City of Anaheim, including capacity building community relations, project management, evaluation, and reporting.  In this episode: Victoria’s nonprofit expe...

Welcome to the Lead with Heart Podcast, a place for non-profit professionals to share their voice and their mission. I’m Haley Cooper, a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) who’s raised over two million dollars in the last five years, but most importantly, I’m also a recovering nonprofit burnout survivor.  Join me and my guests as we share real stories of Leadership, Courage, and Empathy from r...