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Technology Episodes

Sept. 4, 2024

279: Digital Transformation: A New Era for Nonprofit Leaders (Beth Kanter)

279: Digital Transformation: A New Era for Nonprofit Leaders (Beth Kanter) SUMMARY How can nonprofit leaders embrace the opportunities of artificial intelligence (AI) while navigating the ethical challenges it presents, all without losing sight of the human-centered mission at the heart of their work? In episode 279 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Beth Kanter, a seasoned expert in nonprofit technology, delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. She offers a nuanced ...
May 22, 2024

263: Tech-Forward Strategies for Nonprofit Success (David Blyer)

263: Tech-Forward Strategies for Nonprofit Success (David Blyer) SUMMARY How can your nonprofit leverage the latest technological advancements to elevate its fundraising, donor engagement, and mission impact? In episode 263 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, technology expert David Blyer explores cutting-edge tools and strategies shaping the future of the nonprofit sector. From the imperative of leveraging technology to drive social change to the practical applications of AI and machine ...
Aug. 30, 2023

225: Bridging the Gap: Technology’s Role in Nonprofit Success (Jack Fanous)

225: Bridging the Gap: Technology’s Role in Nonprofit Success (Jack Fanous) SUMMARY Are you using today’s technology to further advance your mission and better serve your community? In episode #225 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Jack Fanous, founder and leader of two successful, shares how technology can both increase your fundraising and better connect your mission with those you serve. Understand how having a better knowledge of software options can help nonprofit leaders better na...
June 28, 2023

216: How Your Nonprofit Can Benefit from a Digital Transformation (Bob Green)

216: How Your Nonprofit Can Benefit from a Digital Transformation (Bob Green) SUMMARY What does digital transformation mean for nonprofits? In episode #216 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, strategic IT expert Bob Green explains how digital transformation is a pathway for nonprofit organizations to succeed by increasing overall efficiency, facilitating donor and volunteer relationships, and improving communications to reach wider audiences. He shares how incorporating new technologies i...
Oct. 19, 2022

180: How Can You Use Technology to Amplify Good? (Ray Gary)

180: How Can You Use Technology to Amplify Good? (Ray Gary) SUMMARY Today’s donors have become empowered consumers conditioned by predictive technology experiences. As a nonprofit leader, do you truly embrace the donor experience? Is your technology more convenient for the organization than it is for your donors? In episode #180 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership technology expert, Ray Gary explains how nonprofit leaders who embrace current advances in digital platforms successfully engag...
July 6, 2022

165: 3 Technology Traps All Nonprofit Leaders Must Avoid (Bill Connors)

165: 3 Technology Traps All Nonprofit Leaders Must Avoid (Bill Connors) SUMMARY Are you overwhelmed by the sheer volume of data at your nonprofit? Are you making the most of your CRM to streamline your data in productive ways? In episode #165 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Bill Connors explains why understanding technology is a vital skill many nonprofit leaders aren’t taking seriously enough. He shares his three S’s that senior management should avoid for the long-term well-being of...
March 16, 2022

149: Navigating Data for Nonprofit Leaders (Stu Manewith)

149: Navigating Data for Nonprofit Leaders (Stu Manewith) SUMMARY Is your organization overwhelmed by data? Do you have fresh, error free, current and comprehensive data in one easy to access system or has confidence in your communications faltered because you recently noticed something simple like a donor’s name misspelled? Today’s guest, Stu Manewith discusses why nonprofit leaders should be paying more attention to their data. In episode #149 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Stu...
Nov. 2, 2020

67: Leveraging Technology as a Nonprofit Leader (Kim Lanphear)

067: Leveraging Technology as a Nonprofit Leader (Kim Lanphear) SUMMARY While technology may or may not be your area of expertise as a nonprofit leader, current conditions certainly force you to be more proficient. Whether you’re navigating virtual board and staff meetings, trying to deliver your programs in a socially-distant manner, or contemplating your biggest fundraising event now being virtual, you’re having to maximize the technologies available to you. Someone who really underst...