Running with the Bulls

In this episode of  Running with the Bulls , Matt Elliott sits down with  Caitlin Clinard , President of  Angel Oak Creative , to explore the power of storytelling, branding, and strategic marketing in the nonprofit sector. Caitlin shares her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind launching Angel Oak Creative, and how her team helps mission-driven organizations connect more effectively wi...

In this episode of Running with the Bulls , Matt Elliott sits down with Leigh Ann Miller, Vice President of Philanthropy at NeighborUp, to discuss the realities of financial hardship in Western Wake County, the power of community-driven solutions, and the role nonprofits play in creating both immediate relief and long-term opportunity. Leigh Ann shares the story behind the merger of Dorcas Ministr...

In this week’s episode Laura Martin, Chief Outreach Officer at Step Up Ministries joins Matt Elliott on Running with the Bulls. A seasoned professional in the Nonprofit sector here in the Triangle, Laura brings 20 years of service to the Raleigh community. Laura proudly serves on the board of directors for The Encouraging Place, Cary Community Foundation, as well as past experience as an Executive...

This week on Running with the Bulls, Danny Rosin joins Matt Elliott on the show to talk about the importance of community and cooperation in relationships at the heart of the nonprofit sector. Danny has years of experience in the nonprofit sector, serves on multiple boards and spearheads Band Together, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that raises money for the community through the power of live music. During...

Brandi Gerew of Pinnacle Financial Partners joins Matt Elliot on Running With the Bulls to talk about what it means to make banking a true relationship for nonprofits. Drawing on her background as a former nonprofit executive director and her current work supporting organizations across the Triangle, Brandi shares how financial partners can help nonprofits strengthen their operations, navigate unc...

Brooke Jenkins, Partner at Moss+Ross, joins Running With the Bulls to discuss what nonprofits should know before launching a major capital campaign. Drawing on her experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and nonprofit consulting, Brooke breaks down the key elements every organization should consider: an inspiring goal, a compelling case for support, strong donor prospects, and committed lea...

Chris Budnick, Executive Director of Healing Transitions, joins the show to share his personal path into recovery work and the long-standing mission behind one of Raleigh’s most impactful organizations. With more than two decades of leadership at Healing Transitions, Chris reflects on the people, relationships, and moments that shaped his commitment to serving individuals experiencing addiction an...

In this episode, co-founder Matt Elliott is joined by Maggie Kane, founder & executive director of A Place at the Table, Raleigh’s first pay-what-you-can café. Maggie shares the story behind creating a space where everyone, regardless of means, can gather around good food, dignity, and community. The conversation explores the power of nonprofit collaboration, building authentic community conne...

In the debut episode of the Data Bull Video Series, Matt Elliott sits down with Kristine Sloan, Executive Director of Leadership Triangle, to discuss the current state of the nonprofit sector across North Carolina’s Triangle region. Together, they explore the growing challenges nonprofits are facing, including declining funding, increased demand for services, donor engagement shifts, burnout, coll...