Non-profit Tech Podcast

fusionSpan's Justin Burniske talks content creation with Elizabeth WeaverEngel, Chief Strategist of Spark Consulting, LLC and Hilary Marsh,Chief Strategist of Content Company. The post Non-Profit Tech Podcast: Cut Through The Clutter with Elizabeth Weaver Engel and Hilary Marsh appeared first on fusionSpan.

In this podcast fusionSpan's Justin Burniske and Urban Land Institute's Melanie Starkey deep dive into one of ULI's latest project's - the implementation of ULI Learning - their new online learning platform. Melanie shares how the project was able to be successful with an accelerated timeline, what made this project a success and tips for those who are about to or thinking about starting down an implementation journey of their own. The post Non-Profit Tech Podcast: Urban Land Institute’s Transition to Online Learning appeared first on fusionSpan.

In this podcast fusionSpan’s Justin Burniske discusses work from home benefits with Rebecca Achurch from Achurch Consulting, as well as what changes could come from this period of forced remote work. Rebecca also discusses protocols and guidelines companies can use to help set the company and their employees up for success when remote working. The post Non-Profit Tech Podcast: How Working From Home Is Changing with Rebecca Achurch appeared first on fusionSpan.

In this Podcast, Justin talks with Elizabeth Weaver Engel, CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Shelly Alcorn, Chief Operating and Curriculum Officer about their white paper, “Blockchain for Associations: Separating the Hype from the Promise.” The post PODCAST: Blockchain for Associations: Separating the Hype from the Promise appeared first on fusionSpan.

In this podcast, Justin Burniske chats with Rhea Steele, Chief Operating Officer of DECA Inc. on how to strategically implement new software systems at your association and how to successfully facilitate the change management that occurs with the implementation of systems. The post PODCAST: Strategic Implementations of New Systems at Your Association appeared first on fusionSpan.

Todd M. Tolbert, the Chief Administrative Officer at the Internet Society, joins us in this episode of Non-Profit Tech Podcast, hosted by fusionSpan’s Justin Burniske. The conversation touched on a range of topics around data including the differences between data privacy and data protection, common misconceptions on data privacy, and mistakes that nonprofits and associations […] The post PODCAST: Talking Data Privacy with Todd M. Tolbert appeared first on fusionSpan.

In this podcast, Justin talks with Elizabeth Weaver Engel, CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Sohini Baliga, Director of Communications at the nonpartisan... The post PODCAST: Steal Like a Fundraiser appeared first on fusionSpan.

Salesforce, by its very name, sounds like a product that only for-profit companies can leverage. Yet, as Kristen Singleton - Director of Tools and Technologies at Education Resource Strategies (ERS) - explains, Salesforce can play a significant role in the information management at non-profit organizations as well. On this podcast we discuss how ERS is leveraging Salesforce, challenges they faced in transitioning to using a CRM, as well as several of the features ERS has started using that go beyond just managing contacts. We also get into how ERS has integrated Salesforce with their online tools, allowing them to better understand the value the tools offer and how people are leveraging the tools. The post PODCAST: Salesforce with Kristan Singleton appeared first on fusionSpan.

Talking business intelligence (BI) tools with Mike Fletcher, the Director of Information Technology at the Endocrine Society. Mike recently went through the process of finding a BI tool, ultimately deciding on Power BI. We discuss why he wanted a BI tool, the process of picking a BI tool, some of the advantages the tool offers over using Excel, and features that you should consider when picking your own tool. The post PODCAST: Business Intelligence Tools with Mike Fletcher appeared first on fusionSpan.

On this podcast I'm joined by Irving Washington, Deputy Director at the Online News Association and Brian Kirkland, Senior Director, Learning at American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) to discuss the upcoming Online Conference for Small-Staff Associations. We talk about what people can expect from the conference, how it's designed for small staff organizations, and what kind of takeaways to expect from the conference (hint: it's not pens). The post PODCAST: ASAE Online Conference for Small-Staff Associations appeared first on fusionSpan.

We’ve recently rebranded the podcast as the Non-profit Tech Podcast, presented by fusionSpan. This week I spoke over the phone with Dan Labert, the executive director of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys about his recent move from listservs to an online community platform (Higher Logic) integrated with their member database (netFORUM Pro). We touch on challenges he has faced, how he gets members’ input, and his general approach to strategic use of technology. The post PODCAST: Dan Labert from NACBA appeared first on fusionSpan.

This week I got to sit down with Elizabeth Weaver Engel (@ewengel), CEO and Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting, and Guillermo Ortiz de Zarate (@GuillermoOZ), Director, Information Systems, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, to discuss their recent white paper, "Innovate the Lean Way: Applying Lean Startup Methodology in the Association Environment.” The white paper is free to download, so check it out. We discussed what lean startup methodology is, why it’s a great fit for small staff associations, and how to get started. The post PODCAST: Associations implementing lean startup methodology appeared first on fusionSpan.

I got to talk with Adam Thocher about his new position as Executive Director at the American Association for Public Opinion Research and what it's like being a part of an Association Management Company (AMC). We also discussed what the "perfect" association technology would look like, what his organization is going to focus on in the near future, and why millennials should be thinking about when joining an association in their field. The post PODCAST: Adam Thocher from AAPOR appeared first on fusionSpan.

We also discuss the ways different organizations are leveraging their technology in order to accomplish their collaboration goals, as well as some of the issues small staff organizations face with regard to technology that you should try to avoid. The post Non-Profit Tech Podcast: Conversation with Mark Ace about Collaboration appeared first on fusionSpan.

We talked about his approach to leadership, how he works to get the most out of a small staff organization, and what are some of the things front of mind for him going forward. Make sure to follow NGS on twitter @ngsgenealogy. The post Non-Profit Tech Podcast: Talking with Edward Grandi from the National Genealogical Society appeared first on fusionSpan.

The Microstaff blog is launching the Small Staff, Big Impact Podcast, and our first conversation was with the creator of ReviewMyAMS.com, Teri Carden. She discusses the value of an association management system (AMS), how associations are using their AMS, and when it might be time to consider a new AMS. She also talks about her upcoming AMS Fest Event - a great place to connect with other association staff regarding their AMS and explore options out there for you. Event is Thursday, September 17th in Crystal City, VA. But the seats are limited so make sure you register now to reserve your spot! The post Non-Profit Tech Podcast: All about an AMS! appeared first on fusionSpan.