117 episodes
Agents of Nonprofit Alexander Lapa
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5.0 • 8 Ratings
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A weekly podcast interviewing everyday superheroes and the services & technologies they provide to nonprofits. The goal is to help nonprofit organizations become aware of ideas, services, and products that can help them.
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Navigating Conflict with Carol Bowser
In this compelling episode of Agents of Nonprofit, we dive into the intricacies of conflict management within nonprofit organizations with expert mediator Carol Bowser. Drawing from her rich background in mediation and conflict resolution, Carol shares insightful strategies and real-world experiences, emphasizing the unique challenges faced by mission-driven organizations. This episode offers nonprofit leaders invaluable guidance on addressing and preventing workplace conflicts, fostering a m...
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Cycling for a Cure with Billy Starr
In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I sit down with Billy Starr, the visionary founder of the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC). Billy shares his heartfelt journey from personal loss to creating one of the most successful cancer fundraising events in history. Discover how a small bike-a-thon with 36 participants evolved into a monumental event with over 6,000 riders and $1 billion raised for cancer research. Topics We Cover:Billy Starr's motivation rooted in personal loss and the Appalachian ...
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Tech Empowerment and Indigenous Communities with Alejandro Mayoral
In this episode of "Agents of Nonprofit," I sit down with Alejandro Mayoral to explore the intersection of technology, nonprofit work, and indigenous empowerment. Alejandro shares his journey from computer science student to nonprofit founder, discussing the grassroots approach to co-creating projects with indigenous communities in Mexico and Canada. Together, we explore the challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector, emphasizing the importance of understanding cultural nuances ...
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From Grassroots to Growth with Jeremy Stern
In this captivating episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I invite Jeremy Stern to unravel the secrets behind transforming nonprofit fundraising through innovative business strategies. From personal anecdotes to practical insights, this episode is a must-listen for nonprofit professionals seeking to elevate their fundraising efforts and make a lasting difference in their communities.Topics We Cover:From childhood aspirations to grassroots nonprofit leadershipRedefining nonprofits as mission-driven ...
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Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance in Nonprofit Work with Jenny Mitchell
In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with executive coach Jenny Mitchell. They delve into the realm of mindset in the nonprofit sector, exploring how shifting from scarcity to abundance can fuel personal and organizational growth. From neuroscience to negotiation strategies, they uncover practical insights for navigating challenges and fostering meaningful connections.Topics We Cover:The power of mindset in the nonprofit worldHow embracing an ab...
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Decoding Donor Dynamics with Mark Egge
Today we dive into the world of prospect research in the nonprofit sector with special guest Mark Egge. From unexpected beginnings at the Indiana University Foundation to the intricacies of deciphering donor behavior, this episode explores the fusion of data-driven insights and human intuition in fundraising strategies.Topics We Cover:Mark shares their unconventional path from music to research, drawing parallels between interpreting music and piecing together information in prospect research...
Customer Reviews
Informative and inspiring to become more efficient
As a nonprofit leader, it is so important that you have the right tools to spend your limited time and resources to achieve your mission. This podcast provides informative episodes on how to become more effective and efficient in your mission.
Great tech info!
This podcast has a lot of valuable tech insights for nonprofits. If you want to learn about all the tech products and services available to you as a nonprofit, this is the podcast for you!
Love the topics!
It’s so easy to think that nonprofit impact and tech are completely separate topics- This podcast does an excellent job of showing how connected they are, and why it’s important to think of them together!