The Nonprofit Renaissance

What's the secret sauce to running a successful nonprofit organization? Our guest Panagiotis Kourtesis, National Director of Partnerships for One More Child, spills the beans. From the corridors of a single-parent household to the helm of an organization that touched 236,000 lives last year, Panos' journey is a testament to the power of hope and collaboration. This candid conversation ta...

Inspiring journeys of faith and purpose resonate profoundly with us. This one involves a choir, an enormous heart, and transformative stories from the heart of Africa? Join us as we traverse the inspiring narrative of Watoto, an extraordinary church and ministry in Uganda and many other countries across the globe. Our guest, Eugene Stutzman, the executive director of WatotoUS, takes us on this jou...

Imagine a world where fundraising isn't just about the money, but about building meaningful connections and experiences. That's the world our guest, Lisa Stueckemann - VP of Philanthropy at New Life Solutions and the 'Fundraising Rebel' - lives in. Lisa adds a fascinating dimension to our conversations, sharing her love for funky glasses, deep dish pizza, and of course, her uni...

Have you ever wondered how you can foster a culture of collaboration and generosity in your nonprofit? Our conversation with Justin Price, the founder and CEO of Vers Creative, provides some fascinating insights. Justin highlights the importance of clear communication and appreciation within teams to ensure effective collaboration. He also shares a cautionary tale about relying too heavily on soft...

Ready to ignite your creativity and redefine problem-solving? Buckle up as we take a ride with Justin Price, a creative powerhouse and the CEO of Vers Creative, who is known for his unique approach to design, direction, and ideation. We kick things off with a fast-paced game that reveals Justin's love for music, his Floridian roots, and his opinion on various topics - such as his vehicle pref...

Get to know the hosts of the Nonprofit Renaissance Podcast. We'll peel back the layers on our personal favorites in a riveting game of 'This or That'. Will Disney beat Universal? Does Mac have the upper hand over PC? Jump in to discover who sides with what! We'll touch on the world of non-profit marketing, drawing upon Collin and Heredes’s experiences from their church days, we...

We're creative professionals who have been leading and resourcing non profits for the last 2 ½  decades and we want to help you grow your nonprofit and its impact. Our goal is simple: to ignite a Renaissance within nonprofits, empowering them to go further and grow faster.  Join us as we explore the “ins and outs” of nonprofit leadership, interviewing leaders with strategic insights and inspi...

One year ago, the Healthy Growth Podcast was launched to help you, the church creatives, find your unique voice in ministry. It’s been an incredible first year with compelling guests and engaging conversations that gave your team the tools to gain momentum on the path toward healthy growth. As Season One comes to an end, hosts Mike Mage and Justin Price take a look back at the conversations that m...

The Church’s Role in Addressing Racism. Racism was not just a 2020 issue. While the year forced us to self-reflect and have challenging conversations, racism has been an issue for centuries.  Hosts Mike Mage and Justin Price  chat with author, speaker, and Bible teacher, Barb Roose, about how we, as the church, can become the champion of talking about tough topics. We dive into what Scripture says...

Finding balance doesn’t have to be some elusive mystery. Hosts Mike Mage and Justin Price uncover some major truths about navigating the delicate balance of work and home life with Chris and Mary Kuti of Lakepointe Church. You’ll walk away with opened eyes on how to manage tensions and eliminate assumptions while working with your significant other. On Instagram: @chriskuti , @mary.kuti , @Mikemag...

Losing staff members is inevitable, but it can make you question yourself as a leader. We discuss how to set your team up for success so that if a member leaves, you can be confident that you did everything you could to help them thrive in your organization. On Instagram: @Mikemage , @techjustinrp , @vers_creative Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/healthy-church-growth-episode-27/ The No...

In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, we chat with Katie Allred of Church Communications about her passion for using the internet to share the Gospel. You will walk away with practical tips but also a new outlook on how to use the internet for God’s glory. Be ready to get inspired! On Instagram: @katiejallred, @churchcomms, @Mikemage , @techjustinrp , @vers_creative Show Notes:...

Do you rely on big events to grow your church? In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, hosts Mike Mage, and Justin Price, founder of Vers Creative, discuss how to determine if an event had a healthy impact on your church. On Instagram: @Mikemage , @techjustinrp , @vers_creative Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/healthy-church-growth-episode-25/  The Nonprofit Renaissanc...

In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, author and entrepreneur, Jonathan Malm, discusses why content is important, but meeting the needs of your people comes first. This episode is packed with practical ideas you can put into place today.  On Instagram: @jonathanmalm Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/healthy-church-growth-episode-24-jonathan-malm/ The Nonprofit Renaiss...

Hiring and firing people are the most important things you can do to maintain the health of your organization. In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, hosts Mike Mage and Justin Price, founder of Vers Creative, discuss how to master the art of having those difficult conversations.  On Instagram:  @Mikemage @techjustinrp @vers_creative Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/h...

Does your employee recruitment style need to change? In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, hosts Mike Mage and Justin Price, founder of Vers Creative, discuss how to master the art of recruiting exceptional talent.  On Instagram:  @Mikemage @techjustinrp @vers_creative Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/healthy-church-growth-episode-22-the-pursuit-of-the-phenomenal-emp...

What’s your leadership style? In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, Heredes Ribeiro, Creative Pastor at Grace Family Church, discusses how to create a healthy work culture in the church through servant leadership.  Instagram: @heredes, @gfcflorida Show Notes:  https://healthychurchgrowth.org/healthy-church-growth-episode-21-heredes-ribeiro/ The Nonprofit Renaissance is Powered...

Is your self-care reservoir low? In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, Justin Price (@techjustinrp), the founder of Vers Creative (@vers_creative) and Mike Mage (@mikemage), worship director at Bay Hope Church and host of the Healthy Church Growth Podcast discuss how to avoid burnout and find inspiration in hidden places. #crtvchurch #creativechurch #creativechristian #christia...

Do Christians need to lighten up? Anthony Russo, the creator of ‘The Bible is Funny’ and a Director of Online Ministries at Calvary Baptist Church discusses how laughter can be a form of worship and the challenges of Christian comedic acceptance.  On Instagram: @thebibleisfunny, @isaacimprov Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/healthy-chuch-growth-episode-19-anthony-russo/  The Nonprofit R...

Is your church leadership team prepared to handle communication during a crisis? In this NEW episode of the Healthy Church Growth podcast, we have Vince DiGuglielmo  from Vers Creative. Vince is a social media strategist responsible for curating one of the country’s most engaging Division I social media accounts. He’ll talk about three big steps vital to a crisis communication plan, and how to lea...

Multi-Sensory Marketing in the Church. We have Kelli Ogboke, from Cokobo, who is an international designer that has recently overseen the design for a fast-growing church of 15,000. She’ll explain how to awaken visitors’ five senses, and why that is important. On Instagram: @KelliOgboke Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/ healthy-chuch-growth---episode-17---kelli-ogboke / The Nonprofit Re...

Is COVID the push the church needs to start adapting finally? We speak with guest David Miller, the VP of Coaching at the Slingshot Group, and the new author of "Improv Leadership," on how the Church should adapt. On Instagram: @imdavidmiller, @SlingshotGroup Improv Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/Improv-Leadership-Lead-Every-Moment/dp/0310112958 Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowt...

Mike Mage and Justin Price are joined by social media guru Vince DiGuglielmo to discuss common mistakes churches make on social media, and how to build a community online. On Instagram: @kiptharipper Show Notes: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/ healthy-church-growth---episode-15---vince-diguglielmo /   The Nonprofit Renaissance is Powered by Vers Creative . An award winning creative agency trusted...

In light George Floyd’s death and the conversations happening around race nationwide, Mike Mage discusses how creatives can pave the way to a more inclusive and loving Church. We also lay out how the Healthy Church Growth Podcast will be more intentionally inclusive and aware moving forward. Show Notes - https://healthychurchgrowth.org/ healthy-church-growth--episode-14---mike-mage /   The Nonprof...

Rethinking ‘Hospitality’ and the ‘New Normal’ with Melissa Meiner. Melissa is the Experience Director at Bay Hope Church and former vocalist for the band Bellarive. On Instagram: @mrs_meiner, @leaderoaks, @bayhopechurch, @bellarive Show notes with the picture of Middle School Mike Mage with his Dwight Schrute haircut: https://healthychurchgrowth.org/ healthy-church-growth-episode-13-melissa-meiner...