Radio Free 501c - a podcast about Nonprofit Management

Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC
  • 3.4 (5)
  • Non-Profit
  • Updated Semiweekly

Every week Rogue Tulips Consulting brings the nonprofit community intriguing guests discussing vital topics affecting nonprofit organizations around the world -- and we have fun doing it! What Google Gemini says about Radio Free 501c: Radio Free 501c is a podcast focused on the nonprofit sector, hosted by Cecilia Sepp of Rogue Tulips Consulting. The podcast features interviews with nonprofit leaders, experts, and changemakers on a variety of topics relevant to the nonprofit community.

  1. 2d ago

    Radio Free 501c: Something About Membership with Jim Thompson, CAE, IOM September 14, 2026

    Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 341: ​Something About Membership Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: ​Jim Thompson, CAE, IOM, Founder & CEO, Tying It Together Consulting​ This week, we decided to do something about membership with first-time guest, Jim. We have a great time talking about the nature of membership, engagement, and belonging. He also shares information about his client tools like the Membership Flywheel. ​ Our conversation touches on these aspects of what we need to consider when delivering valuable experiences:  ​Focus on the Member Experience Over TransactionsWord-of-Mouth is the Primary Driver for GrowthDynamic Value Propositions and Persona TargetingRecognizing and Overcoming Organizational FearEvolving Beyond Traditional Volunteer Roles Y​ou'll enjoy this fun and wide-ranging conversation on the nature of membership and what it means. What is the something about membership that keeps you up at night? Share a comment!

  2. Aug 31

    Radio Free 501c: Stewardship That Strengthens with Allison Wyatt August 31, 2026

    Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 3​40: ​S​tewardship That Strengthens Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: ​Allison Wyatt, Founder & CEO, Edgility Talent Partners This week we talk about a different aspect of Board stewardship: compensation, succession planning, and knowledge management. One of the things Allison mentions is the fact that some executive staff could be a flight risk -- that's right. They might run if the Board isn't paying attention to the importance of staff retention. We discuss the need for alignment in all these areas and how Boards can plan not just for their term but for future Boards! The topics we include: Board Responsibilities Beyond internal Staff Risks of Deflated Executive Compensation - flight risk!! Proactive Succession Planning Systemic Board Continuity ​These are all the areas that we know are important but may set aside "for later." What do you think is an overlooked aspect of stewardship? Share a comment! #podcast #roguetulips #usaenews #edgilitytalentpartners #executive #compenstation #successionplanning #association #nonprofit

  3. Aug 24

    Radio Free 501c: Building Internal Capacity for Associations with Michael Butera August 24, 2026

    R​adio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 339: Building Internal Capacity for Associations Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: Michael Butera, Founder & CEO, Association ActiVision Michael points out what might seem obvious: The future is determined by the capacity to act. It doesn't matter how long you work developing your strategic plan if you can't deliver on it. ​​In this episode, we review: Building Strategic Capacity vs. Strategic Plans Scenario Planning Over Static Planning Board Stewardship and Oversight We discuss how associations can continue to adapt, manage risk, achieve mission, and more! My favorite part is learning more about BANI+: Bendable, Attentive, Neuroflexible, and Interconnected. Sounds like the 21st Century to me. How do you help your organization deliver on its promise to exist in the future? Share a comment!#podcast #roguetulips #usaenews #​associationactivision #strategy #capacity #scenario #association #nonprofit

  4. Aug 10

    Radio Free 501c: Trade Show Health Check with Dana Freker Doody August 10, 2026

    Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 33​8: ​T​rade Show Health Check Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: ​D​ana Freker Doody, Principal Strategist & Owner, Inktide Solutions ​Dana is back! She's here to talk about the importance of trade shows and events to fuel associations' mission engine. We have a great time talking about trade shows and how much we are looking forward to our own trade show experience in the ASAE26 Exhibit Hall! We touch on these important aspects that keep trade shows healthy and support your show's future:  The Four Gaps in Trade Show HealthExhibitor Retention as a Strategic Indicator Understanding True Activation Costs Post-Event Insights Drive Retention The Evolving Nature of Events  If you wonder about improving your trade show then this episode is a must.  Come by Booth 1329 at ASAE26 and visit with us and the other Nonprofit Consultant Collaborative Members!​ What would you like to improve about your trade show? Share a comment!​ #usaenews #inktidesolutions #tradeshow #strategy #impact #association #nonprofit

  5. Aug 6

    Radio Free 501c Weekly Message - The Crux of the Problem August 7, 2026

    The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak. This week's topic: The Crux of the Problem

  6. Aug 3

    Radio Free 501c: Education Programs - From Strong to Great with Cathy Lada, DSc, CAE, AAiP August 3, 2026

    Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 337: Education Programs - From Strong to Great Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: Cathy Lada, DSc, CAE, AAiP, President, Lada Consulting One of my favorite regulars is back sharing her insights on taking association education programs to the next level. Cathy is an evolutionary and cutting edge thought leader in the profession -- in this fantastic conversation we discuss the following areas to consider when it comes to ongoing professional development for our members:  Defining Learning EcosystemsPractical Steps to Build PathwaysMeasuring Impact Beyond CompletionImportance of Post-Event ReinforcementLeveraging Peer Communities  If you want to take your programs from strong to great, this episode will get you thinking! What would you like to improve about your education program? Share a comment!

  7. Jul 27

    Radio Free 501c: Build the Future-Ready Association with Pamela Murphy July 27, 2026

    Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 336: Build the Future-Ready Association Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: Pamela Murphy, Founder and CEO, Minerva Insight Strategies Pamela's back for part 2 of the conversation we started last month!  She talks about transitioning away from a constant "firefighting" mindset -- that begins with evaluating an association's organizational design and operational model.  To build a future-ready association, we need to do the following: Build a Culture of PreparationEmbrace Adaptive Leadership and Purposeful AbandonmentReward Risk PreventionManage Risk for Innovation  Are you someone who says you don't have time to change? This episode will be the momentum you need to get moving and take action! What actions do you take to move your organization forward? Share a comment! #podcast #roguetulips #usaenews #minervainsightstrategies #proactive #strategy #resilience #global #association #nonprofit

  8. Jul 20

    Radio Free 501c: Stop Competing with A.I. and Use It with AJ Sallis July 20, 2026

    Radio Free 501c brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting and USAE News! Episode 335: Stop Competing with A.I. and Start Using It Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: AJ Sallis, CEO, Intuto AJ speaks clearly and passionately about using A.I. to help build capacity in your organization. But he is just as clear and passionate about not competing with it. Rather than fear it or worry about it, protect your content. He poses this intriguing question: What does A.I. make irrelevant about what we currently offer, and what does it make more valuable? We discuss an obvious but overlooked fact: A.I. can't replace peer-vetted expertise, community trust, and regulatory recognition. That's all us! AJ walks us through: • Identify Educational Gaps • Build and Lean into Your "Moat" • Don't Just Generate "AI Slop” • Act as an AI-Empowered Meeting Participant • Maintain Ethical Transparency (you KNOW I like this one.) How do you protect your content? Share a comment! #podcast #roguetulips #usaenews #intuto #education #content #a.i. #lms #association #nonprofit

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Every week Rogue Tulips Consulting brings the nonprofit community intriguing guests discussing vital topics affecting nonprofit organizations around the world -- and we have fun doing it! What Google Gemini says about Radio Free 501c: Radio Free 501c is a podcast focused on the nonprofit sector, hosted by Cecilia Sepp of Rogue Tulips Consulting. The podcast features interviews with nonprofit leaders, experts, and changemakers on a variety of topics relevant to the nonprofit community.

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