People of Impact - The Podcast

People of Impact - The Podcast
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Listen to expert interviews, success stories, and discussions from people of impact across the Not-For-Profit and For-Purpose sectors. Proudly brought to you by the Co-Founders of Impact Advising Rosheen Singh, Nadia Pachon and Chloe Barton

  1. Aug 31

    The People of Impact Podcast - Stepping into Fundraising Leadership

    Join us on The People of Impact Podcast as we explore what it really means to step into fundraising leadership and the many different paths a career can take. Rosheen is joined by George Tsokos, Nuz Hameed FFIA, and Jennifer Birks MFIA, who share their own career journeys and perspectives on building credibility, taking opportunities, broadening experience and growing as a leader. Together, they explore why career progression is rarely linear, the value of mentors and lifelong learning and the importance of backing yourself before you feel completely ready. A practical and insightful conversation for anyone thinking about their own career progression and what leadership could look like for them.

  2. Jul 6

    People of Impact with the 2026 Young Fundraiser of The Year Finalists

    Join us on The People of Impact Podcast for our latest episode, where we sit down with the winner and finalists of the 2026 FIA Young Fundraiser of the Year Award to discuss what it's really like to build a career in fundraising today and where they believe the profession is headed. Drawing on their experiences across the sector, they share their perspectives on leadership, workplace culture, career progression and the evolving expectations of the next generation of fundraisers. The conversation also explores how organisations can create environments where emerging talent can thrive and why fresh thinking is essential to the future of fundraising. More than a conversation about career journeys, this episode offers an honest and optimistic look at the opportunities, challenges and ideas shaping the next generation of fundraising.

  3. Apr 22

    People of Impact with Nicola Norris from Australia for UNHCR

    Join us on The People of Impact Podcast for our latest episode. In this episode, we speak with Nicola Norris about the growing shift of fundraisers stepping into board roles and what that really entails. Drawing on her experience across leading Australian not for profits and as a current board director, Nicola shares a grounded perspective on the intersection of fundraising, strategy and governance. The conversation explores the realities behind board service, from navigating responsibility and decision making at the governance level to understanding the boundaries between oversight and execution. Using Success Works as a case study, Nicola reflects on the challenges of joining a board with limited capital and shifting perceptions of “unfundability” to unlock new opportunities. This episode offers an honest look at the critical role fundraisers can play in shaping sustainable, future focused organisations.

  4. Feb 18

    People of Impact with Gavin Coopey from More Strategic

    Join us on The People of Impact Podcast for our latest episode, Why Leadership Development Doesn’t Stop at the Top. We are delighted to welcome Gavin Coopey, Co Founder and Insights Director at More Strategic, and one of the sector’s most considered voices on strategy and sustainable fundraising leadership. In this conversation, we explore a topic that is often overlooked across the sector: why senior fundraising leaders need ongoing coaching, challenge and professional development just as much as emerging fundraisers. Gavin shares the thinking behind the new Peer Leadership Labs, developed in partnership with Fundraising Institute Australia, and explains why a peer-based model is proving to be a powerful shift for experienced leaders navigating complex fundraising environments. In this episode, we discuss: The leadership development gap at senior levelsWhy strong fundraising outcomes are built on well supported leadersWhat makes fundraising leadership uniquely complexHow peer driven learning sharpens judgement and decision makingWhy investing in leadership capability is a strategic imperative, not an optional extraThis is a valuable conversation not only for fundraising leaders, but also for CEOs and executives who determine where investment is directed and who are committed to strengthening culture, performance and long term impact. If we want more sustainable fundraising outcomes, we must invest in the people leading the work.

  5. 12/03/2025

    People of Impact with Gilbert Lorquet from the NORTH Foundation

    In this episode, we sit down with Gilbert Lorquet, CEO, philanthropy strategist and leader of the NORTH Foundation. Fresh from an ambitious benchmarking tour across the United States, Gilbert shares insights drawn from visits to more than 30 leading health and philanthropy institutions. His reflections span grateful patient fundraising, embedding a culture of giving within clinical environments, and the financial and structural models driving sustainable philanthropic growth. We explore: How US hospitals integrate philanthropy into clinical careWhy grateful patient fundraising remains the engine of health philanthropyCampaigns that shift organisational cultureThe rise of data driven fundraising and the ethical questions that followPhilanthropy as a strategic asset, beyond revenue generationWhat Australia can adapt and the bold moves required to accelerate progressTune in for Gilbert’s insights on the future of philanthropy and the opportunities ahead for Australia. In the episode, you will hear us reference an article that Gilbert has written about his trip, which is included here: https://bit.ly/48vRzVj

  6. 10/19/2025

    People of Impact with Mary Kay Walker, CEO of Parkinson’s NSW

    In this episode of the People of Impact Podcast, we sit down with Mary Kay Walker, CEO of Parkinson’s NSW, to explore the organisation’s vital work supporting people living with Parkinson’s, their families, and carers across New South Wales. Mary Kay shares insights into Parkinson’s NSW’s mission as the state’s peak body for awareness, education, and advocacy. She discusses how the organisation is expanding its reach through services such as the InfoLine, specialist nurses, and over 70 local support groups, ensuring no one facesParkinson’s alone. The conversation also explores Parkinson’s NSW’s growingadvocacy efforts and the formation of the National Parkinson’s Alliance, which aims to drive systemic change and ensure Parkinson’s is recognised as a national health priority. Mary Kay reflects on the power of community connectionthrough events like Step Up for Parkinson’s and The Great Parkinson’s Tea Party, and shares her leadership journey in navigating challenges, sustaining impact, and leading with purpose in the not for profit sector.

  7. 09/01/2025

    People of Impact with Colin Allen from Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation

    Join us on The People of Impact Podcast as we sit down with Colin Allen, Chief Philanthropy Officer at Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation. Colin brings a wealth of global experience across health and education, with a proven track record in building philanthropic strategies that deliver lasting impact. He shares the vision and leadership that transformed the Gold Dinner, the importance of building donor relationships that go far beyond one night, and how collaboration across committees, philanthropy, marketing and events creates extraordinary results. We also explore Sydney’s unique philanthropic culture, the balance between ambition and sustainability, and the ripple effect of the Gold Dinner on fundraising and awareness well beyond the ballroom. This inspiring and insightful conversation is filled with practical takeaways and big-picture reflections for anyone passionate about philanthropy, event fundraising, and driving meaningful change.

  8. 07/30/2025

    People of Impact with Martin Paul from More Strategic

    Join us on The People of Impact Podcast as we sit down with Martin Paul, Director and Co-Founder of More Strategic, and a respected voice in the fundraising and for-purpose sector. Martin brings decades of experience, rich donor insights, and a genuine passion for helping charities thrive. He shares what motivates donors to give (or stop), why listening matters, and how to design donor experiences that truly connect. We also explore behavioural economics in action, what the data tells us (and what we sometimes miss), as well as Martin’s reflections on leadership, culture and the legacy he hopes to leave. This thoughtful and energising conversation is full of practical insight and inspiration for anyone working in or alongside the fundraising sector.

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Listen to expert interviews, success stories, and discussions from people of impact across the Not-For-Profit and For-Purpose sectors. Proudly brought to you by the Co-Founders of Impact Advising Rosheen Singh, Nadia Pachon and Chloe Barton

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    People of Impact - The Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
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    Explicit
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