Podcasts about Fundraising

Scott Galloway discusses tech employee activism and when to stand up to your boss, offers tactical advice on fundraising, and explains why he identifies as an atheist. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com, or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Charity Charge Show, host Grayson Harris sat down with Teresa Stafford-Wright, CEO of the Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center, to discuss what it really takes to serve survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and human trafficking and what it takes to keep those services running.This is not light work. It is urgent, complex, and deeply human. And it requires more than just good programming. It requires strong operations, honest fundraising, and a community that understands what it actually costs to keep the doors open.Serving Survivors Since 1974The Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center has served Northeast Ohio since 1974.The organization supports survivors across Summit and Medina Counties with a full spectrum of services, including:24-hour crisis hotlineEmergency shelterCounseling and clinical servicesCourt and legal advocacyHospital accompaniment during forensic examsPrevention education in schools and community spacesEvery service is free. That is not negotiable.As Teresa explained, survivors should not have to pay to recover from a crime committed against them. Whether someone calls at 3:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m., they are met by trained professionals ready to respond through a trauma-informed lens.This is both crisis response and long-term healing. And it requires serious infrastructure.

Sonia Pernell recounts Pamela's marriage to Averell Harriman, her transformation into a Democratic powerhouse, and her influential role in fundraising and advancing women's political careers. 6.

Sonia Pernell highlights Pamela's mentorship of Bill Clinton, her strategic fundraising for the Democratic Party, and her diplomatic influence in fostering relations with Soviet leaders. 7.

In this forward-looking episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, host Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., sits down with AI practitioner and marketing maestro Chris Strom of Sunrise Association to tackle a question that's buzzing louder than a caffeinated chatbot: what can artificial intelligence actually do for fundraising? Chris doesn't sugarcoat it. Yes, AI can be wrong. Yes, hallucinations happen. But as he explains, the magic isn't in blind trust, it's in smart partnership. Think of AI not as your replacement, but as your overachieving intern who works at lightning speed and still needs supervision. Used wisely, it augments your intelligence, multiplies your output, and frees you to do what fundraisers do best: build real relationships with real people. One of the biggest “aha” moments Chris shares is the power of prompting, because typing a lazy one-liner into ChatGPT and hoping for brilliance is like whispering “abracadabra” and expecting Broadway. His practical CRAFT framework is the game-changer: Context (who you are and what's happening), Role (the perspective the AI should take), Action (what you want it to do), Format (email, report, etc.), and Tone (make it sound like you). With the right ingredients, AI transforms from a novelty into heavy machinery for your marketing and development shop. The difference between “meh” output and mission-moving copy? Specificity and strategy. Chris also shares how AI becomes a nonprofit's “second brain.” By using transcription tools like MacWhisper alongside platforms such as ChatGPT, he captures meetings, webinars, and brainstorming sessions; then instantly generates summaries, next steps, and polished notes. The result? Hours saved. Brainpower preserved. Follow-up executed. He's even built custom GPTs loaded with brand guidelines, mission language, and campaign data so his entire team can generate on-brand, accurate messaging without second-guessing tone or statistics. It's like having a marketing assistant who never sleeps and always remembers the style guide. The episode closes with a practical, and slightly prophetic, note: invest wisely. While free tools can be powerful, paid subscriptions offer critical privacy protections and better performance. For roughly $20 a month, Chris argues, the return on investment is enormous when measured in reclaimed hours and enhanced productivity. His advice? Start small. Pick one task you're doing today, invite AI into the process, and experiment. We're still in the “early innings,” he says, and the fundraisers who learn to swing now will be miles ahead as the technology matures. The future isn't coming, it's here. And for nonprofits willing to engage thoughtfully, AI may just be the most practical superpower in the fundraising toolkit.

Today on the show, Luke discusses the aftermath of Hillary's deposition, Rogan's nonsense, and more!Fundraising link: https://give.miraclefoundation.org/campaign/750148/donateOrder your PEP now!https://drinkpep.com/Get connected below!Twitter - https://twitter.com/lukepbeasleyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lukebeasleyofficial/TikTok -https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSfpPHw/YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM05jgFNwoeXvWfO9GuExzAl

Most nonprofits are leaving serious money on the table because they're skipping critical pre-event steps that result in fundraising success - like hiring a great auctioneer https://charityauctioneerswelove.com/That's why we had HGA co-founder, Trevor Nelson, sit down with benefit auctioneer Keith McLane to break down the 3 pre-event pillars you should focus on in order to raise more money.During the session, we covered:✅ Why your pre-event prep is make-or-break✅ How to get your board members actually engaged✅ Psychology of urgency✅ How to recognize donors without making it weird✅ The power having a great auctioneer has on your fundraiser's success✅ The biggest messaging mistakes nonprofits make✅ Structuring monthly giving programs to attract new donors✅ Getting sponsorships when everyone's already been asked✅ How to recognize donors without it feeling transactionalHave a question or topic you'd like us to cover? Let us know https://hgafundraising.com/ask-your-questions/

Reflections from host Sarah Olivieri ... Fundraising Should Feel Like the Most Enjoyable Thing We Do - But I Bet You Don't Feel That Way

The Women's Foundation of Minnesota President & CEO Gloria Perez joins Drivetime with DeRusha to discuss the ten million dollars that was raised by thirty two different organizations and given to the Women's Foundation of Minnesota to facilitate to those in need under Operation Metro Surge. Gloria shares some of the organizations they're working with and some of the communities/areas they're supporting during this difficult time. She also speaks to the level of work that will be needed to be done to rebuild our community.

David Harvey, author of The Story of Capital, looks at the political economy of the present through a Marxist lens The post Fundraising special: David Harvey on capital appeared first on KPFA.

https://teachhoops.com/ Do you dread fundraising season as much as you love game day? Most coaches assume fundraising is just endless popcorn sales and awkward asks—but there's a smarter, less stressful way! In this episode, Bill Flitter welcomes fundraising expert Scott Birnbaum to flip the script and give youth coaches a winning advantage. How effective is your team's fundraising, really? Don't miss these game-changing takeaways: Build community—move beyond donor fatigue! Set up hassle-free, recurring fundraising that works year-round. Involve your players meaningfully and teach key life skills. There's even more proven strategies inside! Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. Find Scott Birnbaum at https://www.booster.club/

I recorded this episode live in Hong Kong with Wish Wu, Co-Founder and CEO of Pharos Network.We dive deep into what it really takes to build next-generation blockchain infrastructure.Pharos is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 hitting 20,000 TPS on testnet. But speed is not the real story. The real story is their focus on connecting Web2 and Web3. Not just users. But capital. Assets. Institutions.Wish shares his journey from building AntChain at Ant Group to launching Pharos. We talk about tokenizing real-world assets, institutional adoption, product-market fit, and why new Layer 1s must stop copying Ethereum.If you're a founder building in Web3, this episode is essential listening.Key LearningsWhy Hong Kong is regaining momentum as a crypto hub.What Pharos Network is building and why 20K TPS matters.Wish's background at Ant Group and building AntChain at scale.Tokenizing new energy assets and institutional funds.Why most new Layer 1s fail without product-market fit.The rise of purpose-built chains and niche-focused infrastructure.Why speculative crypto alone cannot sustain adoption.The vision for Pharos over the next five years.Launching a VC fund and incubator to grow the ecosystem.Fundraising advice: Stop copying. Find real product-market fit.Connecthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wishlonger/https://www.pharos.xyz/https://www.linkedin.com/company/pharosnetwork/https://x.com/pharos_network DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

What if the biggest barrier to event fundraising success isn't budget, marketing, or even donor fatigue- but a lack of leadership buy-in within your own organisation? In this episode, Simon Scriver sits down with Pascale Harvie, President of JustGiving, to unpack their 2026 Event Fundraising Snapshot report and reveal what's really driving results in the sector. Despite cost-of-living pressures across the UK, event fundraising raised over £235 million on JustGiving alone in 2025—a 6% year-on-year increase. But the data reveals a surprising truth: 71% of charities that exceeded their event fundraising targets had one thing in common; leadership teams that made events a key priority. Pascale shares the standout case study of Endometriosis UK, a small team that doubled their event income to £250K by starting small, tracking demand, and proving results to leadership. Their secret? Focus, efficiency, and making fundraisers feel valued- not a massive budget or team. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why 71% of successful charities prioritise event fundraising at the leadership level - The gap between belief and resourcing: 78% say events are essential, but only 28% feel properly resourced - How running events (especially 10Ks and half marathons) are driving the fastest growth - The biggest challenges facing charities: cost-of-living pressures, rising event costs, and staff burnout - Why 1 million fundraising pages and 18 million donations prove the public's commitment hasn't disappeared - Pascale's advice on making the internal case for event fundraising investment - What's next for JustGiving, including exciting AI developments on the horizon Check out JustGiving 2026 Events Fundraising Snapshot Click here to subscribe to our email list for exclusive fundraising resources, early access to training, special discounts and more If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to hit follow and enable notifications so you'll get notified to be first to hear of future podcast episodes. We'd love to see you back again! And thank you to our friends at JustGiving who make the Fundraising Everywhere Podcast possible.    

In today's nonprofit sector, transparency isn't just a buzzword—it's a strategic lever for equity, credibility, and access to resources. Amid growing scrutiny, shifting donor expectations, and declining federal funding, nonprofits must find new ways to build trust and demonstrate value.In this timely and essential episode of Nonprofit Nation, I welcome Brittany Hall, Senior Director of Equitable Access at Candid, to discuss how nonprofits can use Candid's Seals of Transparency to strengthen their public profiles, build donor trust, and unlock critical funding—especially for smaller, underfunded, and BIPOC-led organizations. With the launch of the new 2026 Seals, Candid is doubling down on accessibility, shared data standards, and transparency as public infrastructure for the sector.Brittany also shares insights from Candid's recent blog post, Meeting This Moment: Helping Nonprofits That Lost Federal Funding, and explains how Candid is adapting its tools and strategy to support organizations hit hardest by changing funding flows.Whether you're a nonprofit leader, fundraiser, or funder, this episode will challenge you to see transparency not as compliance—but as a powerful tool for systemic change.

Livestream with Jonathan MS Pearce and friends. Fundraising for equipment through Dzyga's Paw, and trucks for Car4Ukraine.Donate to help out:https://dzygaspaw.com/projectshttps://car4ukraine.com/en-US/campaigns----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------A REQUEST FOR HELP!I'm heading back to Kyiv this week, to film, do research and conduct interviews. The logistics and need for equipment and clothing are a little higher than for my previous trips. It will be cold, and may be dark also. If you can, please assist to ensure I can make this trip a success. My commitment to the audience of the channel, will be to bring back compelling interviews conducted in Ukraine, and to use the experience to improve the quality of the channel, it's insights and impact. Let Ukraine and democracy prevail! https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationNONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU!So what's next? We're going to Kyiv in January 2026 to film on the ground, and will record interviews with some huge guests. We'll be creating opportunities for new interviews, and to connect you with the reality of a European city under escalating winter attack, from an imperialist, genocidal power. PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyslhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/-----------

Safe, clean drinking water should be a given. It is not.On this episode of The Charity Charge Show, host Stephen Garten sits down with Doc Hendley, founder and CEO of Wine to Water, to talk about the real story behind the organization, how it grew from a tip jar at a bar to serving millions of people, and what it takes to lead and scale a mission-driven nonprofit for more than two decades.Doc does not dress it up. He talks about mistakes, hard lessons, and why most nonprofits stay stuck under $2M in annual revenue. He also lays out what changed when Wine to Water stopped acting like a typical nonprofit and started building diversified revenue streams like a business.

Episode #194: In this episode, Kimberly Lovi interviews Stephanie Luciano Novo about Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a rare genetic skin disease. They discuss the impact of EB on children and families, Stephanie's personal connection to the cause, and the community's efforts to raise awareness and funds for research. The conversation highlights the advancements in treatments and the importance of community involvement in fundraising events like the plunge. The episode emphasizes the urgency of finding a cure and the inspiring resilience of those affected by EB. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) 06:06 Personal Connection to EB and Community Involvement 12:08 Understanding the Impact of EB on Families 18:03 The Role of Fundraising and Community Events 23:57 Advancements in EB Research and Treatments 29:54 Call to Action and Community Engagement Follow Kimberly on IG: @kimberlylovi EBRB (EB Research Partnership) https://www.instagram.com/ebresearch/     Matter of Time Film https://www.instagram.com/matteroftimefilm/   Matt Finlin - Director of Matter of Time https://www.instagram.com/mattfinlin/   Eddie Vedder, Pearl Jam frontman, is a co-founder of EBRP  https://www.instagram.com/eddievedder/   Jill Vedder - ChairWoman at the EB Research Partnership https://www.instagram.com/jill.vedder/   The official Plunge For Eoldie - Plunge for EB account https://www.instagram.com/plungeforelodie/  

Today on the show, Luke discusses Trump's SOTU, the reactions, and more!Fundraising link: https://give.miraclefoundation.org/campaign/750148/donateOrder your PEP now!https://drinkpep.com/Get connected below!Twitter - https://twitter.com/lukepbeasleyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lukebeasleyofficial/TikTok -https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSfpPHw/YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM05jgFNwoeXvWfO9GuExzAl

Sanford PorchFest Fundraiser!  This Saturday, February 28, downtown Sanford comes alive for the Sanford PorchFest Fundraiser! This year, the fundraiser helps support PorchFest, which is being held entirely in local downtown businesses, no porches this time, but the music, fun, and community spirit are very much alive. From 12 PM to 10 PM, enjoy a day of free live music at various venues throughout downtown, showcasing local artists and a mix of musical styles. It's a perfect way to experience Sanford's vibrant arts scene, support our local businesses, and connect with neighbors, all while helping ensure PorchFest continues for years to come. Admission is free, so grab your friends and family and come celebrate Sanford, one song at a time!

Climate isn't “over.” But building in climate has entered a new chapter, defined by shifting regulation, politicized narratives, buyer confusion, and a market that funded dozens of overlapping platforms.In this episode, Andreas and co-host Carmel Rafaeli, Founding Partner at The Table, sit down with Lubomila Jordanova, Co-founder & CEO of Plan A, just weeks after Plan Ajoined forces with Diginex, the NASDAQ-listed sustainability technology company, at the end of 2025.The conversation is part of Leaders Shaping a Resilient Planet, a series spotlighting exceptional founders in climate tech who happen to be women. The focus is not identity as a theme, but execution as a discipline. These are operators building in some of the most complex and capital-intensive parts of the real economy.This is not an acquisition recap. It is a clear-eyed discussion about what it takes to build and responsibly exit a climate tech company in a market that is maturing quickly.What's covered:00:52 The Table: co-investing community + the Foundation's recoverable grants model02:05 Introducing Lubomila Jordanova and Plan A02:45 The acquisition: why Plan A chose to lead consolidation04:35 Fundraising logic → acquisition logic: what changed06:40 Founder outcome vs VC outcome: how alignment works in an exit11:30 “The truth is where the real economy sits”: what carbon software actually sells13:30 The uncomfortable line: “glorified consulting with a digital angle”15:05 What VC portfolios get wrong in climate: return distribution, capital stack, secondaries16:55 Why “climate” can't be one bucket: hardware vs SaaS vs reporting20:00 Managing investor perception: visibility, bias, and boardroom baggage23:15 The broader financial pyramid: VC vs public markets vs real-economy signals27:35 Post-exit reality: why a public-company KPI lens changes the conversation31:10 Three founder learnings (humility, ecosystem, real-world problems)33:55 A rare founder truth: pregnancy during the exit + building with “more hats than one”

Voices is a new mini-series from Humanitarian AI Today. In short daily flashpods, Voices passes the mic to guests to learn about new projects, events and advances in artificial intelligence and to discuss topics that are important to the humanitarian community. In this flashpod, Javan Van Gronigen, Founder and Creative Director of Fifty & Fifty, a digital agency that works with leading social-minded organizations, and Donately, a fundraising software provider for nonprofits and peer-to-peer fundraising platform, joins Humanitarian AI Today Producer, Brent Phillips, to discuss digital storytelling and the technical infrastructure required to sustain modern humanitarian missions. Javan points out that while many organizations have powerful missions, only a small fraction feel truly ready to adopt and execute their digital strategies. Drawing from his extensive background as a creative director for global campaigns, Javan emphasizes that for humanitarian organizations to remain competitive in a crowded digital attention economy, they must move beyond random acts of marketing and instead adopt a cohesive "Engagement OS" that treats brand identity and donor friction with the same rigor as top companies. The conversation primarily touches on digital transformation and how organizations can leverage AI to bridge the gap between small-scale manual engagement efforts and scalable, one-to-many engagement models. The interview serves as a strategic roadmap for humanitarian practitioners looking to navigate the complexities of AI and ensure that technology serves as an invisible operating layer that amplifies human impact rather than obscuring it. Javan argues that the solution lies not just in adopting more tools, but in ensuring that those tools are secondary to a primary, authentic narrative that builds long-term trust with a global audience.

Adrián Trucios (Airbag) cuenta cómo pasó de 350 rechazos a levantar capital y por qué el fundador de Starbucks se convirtió en su mentor.En este episodio aprenderás:- El sistema de fundraising para pasar de 350 fondos a 8 inversiones.- Cómo conseguir mentorías de alto nivel (el caso del fundador de Starbucks).- El pivote radical: De bloquear celulares a salvar vidas con data en flotas.- Cómo gestionar relaciones a largo plazo con inversionistas sin parecer desesperado.- La importancia de los "warm intros" y cómo conseguirlos en eventos.Frase clave:"Tú, desde que tienes un PowerPoint, tienes que saber que vas a cambiar el mundo." - Adrián TruciosCapítulos:00:00 - De pizzas en cono a fundar Airbag06:12 - La transición al mundo tecnológico y escalable10:48 - El pivote radical: De bloquear celulares a salvar vidas con data15:56 - Cómo el fundador de Starbucks se volvió mi mentor23:34 - De 350 fondos a 8 inversiones: El sistema de fundraising35:32 - Relaciones a largo plazo: No busques dinero, busca aliados47:31 - Cómo contactar inversionistas en eventos de networking57:38 - Cómo gestionar sesiones de mentoría de alto impactoInvitado:Adrián Trucios - Fundador y CEO de AirbagLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-trucios/Sígueme para más sobre innovación y startups:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jaimersb/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaimersbWeb: https://www.jaimesotomayor.comEpisodio en YouTube: https://youtu.be/3NKMRiJSZ4k#AdrianTrucios #Airbag #StarbucksMentor #FundraisingLatAm #Startups #InnovacionSinBarreras #B2B

Leadership transitions don't have to be terrifying revenue cliffs. In this conversation, Travis Craddock, CFRE and Founder of Craddock Strategies, reframes interim development leadership as a powerful strategic advantage—not a temporary patch.Too often, organizations view interim fundraising support as “a warm body in an empty seat.” Travis challenges that mindset directly. “It prevents rushed or misaligned hires that can be expensive,” he explains, positioning interim leadership as a disciplined pause that protects both donor relationships and long-term revenue health.Fundraising is built on trust. When leadership shifts, donors notice. Travis prioritizes immediate communication, transparency, and clarity so nothing falls through the cracks. Renewals are tracked. Grants are monitored. Donors are reassured. Strategy stays in motion.But here's where the real opportunity emerges.An interim professional arrives without emotional baggage. That means clearer data analysis, honest conversations about ROI, and strategic evaluation of legacy traditions. Should the gala continue? Is it delivering meaningful return? Are event attendees being cultivated into major donors? These are business questions—asked gracefully, but directly.Travis describes himself as “gracefully honest,” and that honesty becomes catalytic. Interim work isn't simply maintenance. It's an opportunity to elevate roles, revise job descriptions, shift from event-driven tactics to relationship-based fundraising, and align hiring with long-term strategic direction.He emphasizes data-driven decisions, CRM fluency, relationship-centered fundraising, and partnership with CEOs and boards. In many cases, he becomes the strategic driver—project-managing fundraising momentum while executives focus on mission execution.Three months may be the minimum engagement window. Six months may be ideal. But within that time, organizations can stabilize revenue, recalibrate strategy, build infrastructure, and hire with intention.Anything is possible when nonprofits embrace transition as transformation! 00:00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Interim Fundraising 00:02:30 What Craddock Strategies Provides Nonprofits 00:04:03 Interim Leadership Beyond a Temporary Fix 00:06:48 Expanding the Definition of the Fundraising Team 00:09:21 Strategy Versus Firefighting in Development 00:11:09 Evaluating Events and Return on Investment 00:14:18 Communicating with Donors During Transition 00:17:18 Hiring Timelines and Interim Engagement Length 00:18:32 Revising Job Descriptions to Match Strategy 00:23:01 Technology Investment and Infrastructure Mindset Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

Pippa Hudson speaks to Dianne Richoz Barclay and John Herrick, American actors who are staging a play for the Hout Bay Rotary Club’s Vision Project to raise funds to provide much-needed spectacles for children in local schools. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SCOTUS just struck down Trump's global tariffs—so who gets the $133B back, and how can firms capture advisory fees helping clients claim refunds? Blake and David unpack importer-of-record refunds, contingency-fee questions, and why “that's pure profit.” Plus: taxpayers' trust in AI tax prep is falling, creators' $205B economy is a prime niche, TurboTax's Uber-to-the-office play, Big Law's $3,400/hour AI squeeze, and Dawn Brolin's nonprofit sending first-timers to conferences you can support.SponsorsDigits - http://accountingpodcast.promo/digitsCloud Accountant Staffing - http://accountingpodcast.promo/casOnPay - http://accountingpodcast.promo/onpayUNC - http://accountingpodcast.promo/uncChapters(00:00) - TAP 476 (02:53) - Who Gets the Tariff Refunds? Importer of Record & Profit Impact (05:28) - Big Opportunity for Accounting Firms: Tariff Refund Advisory & Fees (08:55) - Flashback Clip: We Called the Tariff Ruling Months Ago (12:59) - Sponsors + Trump's Next Move: New Tariff Authority Workarounds (15:04) - Live Q&A: If Tariffs Were Passed to Buyers, Who Gets Paid Back? (16:46) - IRS Update: Average Refunds Up, But Median Still Unknown (18:13) - Taxpayers Trust AI Less for Filing + Creator Economy Tax Niche (22:13) - TurboTax + Uber Rides: The Customer Experience Arms Race (27:12) - Sponsor Break + Business Tax Shift: FASB Country-by-Country Disclosures (30:19) - IRS Still Drowning in Paper: Digitization Goals Missed (31:41) - Gambling Loss Deduction Cut to 90%: Why Break-Even Gamblers Still Owe Tax (32:58) - Skims vs. New Jersey: Sales Tax ‘Technical Error' and the $200K Penalty (34:06) - Big Law's Billable Hour Squeeze: AI Cuts Hours, Partners Jack Up Rates (36:12) - DIY Legal Work with ChatGPT: When a $30 Subscription Replaces a Lawyer (37:51) - Big Tech's AI Data Centers Create a Depreciation Blind Spot for Investors (41:50) - KPMG Partner Fined for Using AI to ‘Cheat' on an AI Exam (43:21) - Congress Targets the Pentagon's Audit Failures: The ‘RECEIPTS Act' (47:52) - Only 2–3 Hours of Deep Work a Day: Meetings, App Overload, and Hybrid Teams (50:17) - Interview: Accounting Cornerstone Foundation Helps First-Timers Attend Conferences (52:09) - How the Foundation Works: Funding, Emotional Support, and Picking Awardees (56:36) - Impact Stories & What's Next: Alumni Mentorship, Fundraising, and Growing the Mission (01:00:16) - Wrap-Up: How to Support + Earn CPE/CE Credits in the Earmark App  Show NotesSupreme Court Rules 6-3 That IEEPA Does Not Authorize the President to Impose Tariffshttps://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-1287_4gcj.pdf Supreme Court Strikes Down Most of Trump's Tariffs in a Major Blow to the Presidenthttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/supreme-court-strikes-trumps-tariffs-major-blow-president-rcna244827 Supreme Court Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs — What Now?https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/insights/client-alerts/20260220-supreme-court-strikes-down-ieepa-tariffs-what-now IRS Average Refunds Up $200 This Filing Seasonhttps://www.accountingtoday.com/news/taxpayers-hesitant-to-trust-ai-to-prepare-tax-returns Most Taxpayers Trust Tax Pros Over AI for Tax Preparation, Survey Findshttps://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/02/19/most-taxpayers-trust-tax-pros-over-ai-for-tax-preparation-survey-finds/178412/ Online Creators Worried About Finances and Income Taxes — A Growing Opportunity for Tax and Accounting Proshttps://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/02/19/online-creators-worried-about-finances-and-income-taxes-a-growing-opportunity-for-tax-accounting-pros/178423/ Intuit TurboTax Delivers the Ultimate "Done-For-You" Tax Experience Powered by AI and Human Intelligence With Uber Rideshttps://investors.intuit.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1304/intuit-turbotax-delivers-the-ultimate-done-for-you-tax-experience-powered-by-ai-and-human-intelligence-with-uber-rides US Companies Pay More Taxes Abroad Than Herehttps://www.accountingtoday.com/news/us-companies-pay-more-taxes-abroad-than-here IRS Falls Far Short on Paperless Processing Goalhttps://www.accountingtoday.com/news/irs-falls-far-short-on-paperless-processing-goal Will the OBBBA Gambling Deduction Change Be Reversed?https://www.natptax.com/news-insights/blog/will-the-obbba-gambling-deduction-change-be-reversed/ Kim Kardashian's Clothing Company Settles New Jersey Sales Tax Allegationshttps://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/01/20/kim-kardashians-clothing-company-settles-new-jersey-sales-tax-allegations/176590/ Big Tech Accounting Creates a Blind Spot in the AI Boomhttps://news.futunn.com/en/post/68828373/big-tech-accounting-creates-a-blind-spot-in-the-ai KPMG Partner in Australia Fined Over Using AI to Pass AI Testhttps://www.irishtimes.com/business/2026/02/16/kpmg-partner-in-australia-fined-over-using-ai-to-pass-ai-test/ Lawmakers Seek to Penalize DoD if It Fails to Pass a Clean Audithttps://federalnewsnetwork.com/congress/2026/02/lawmakers-seek-to-penalize-dod-if-it-fails-to-pass-a-clean-audit/ New Hubstaff Research Finds Workers Average Only 2–3 Hours of Focus Time Per Day

What does it really take to raise money for a cause that many people misunderstand?  In this conversation, Natalie Reilly-Finch, the Vice President of Growth at the Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF), shares the real challenges behind fundraising for lung cancer research and the responsibility that comes with it. She has been working in fundraising since she was 18 and now leads LCRF's growth efforts. She explains that LCRF is the largest private funder of lung cancer research, helping to close the gap left by limited federal funding. Natalie is deeply committed to changing public perception and supporting everyone affected by lung cancer. During the discussion, Natalie addresses the stigma surrounding lung cancer, especially the belief that it only affects smokers or that it is not a woman's disease. She explains how fundraisers must create urgency without making people feel blamed or judged. She also talks about understanding donor motivations, listening carefully, and using data to build strong connections. Through personal stories and practical advice, Natalie highlights the importance of empathy and flexibility while continuing the fight for a cure. In this episode, you will be able to:  Understand the stigma surrounding lung cancer and how it impacts fundraising efforts. Recognize the importance of balancing urgency with hope in cause-based messaging. Learn how to communicate about sensitive issues without blaming or shaming affected communities. Discover how donor segmentation and data can improve fundraising effectiveness. Gain insights into identifying and aligning with a donor's deeper motivations. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Practivated. Practivated delivers AI-powered donor conversation simulations that let fundraisers practice in a private, judgment‑free space—building confidence, refining messaging, and improving outcomes before the real conversation even begins. Developed by fundraising experts with real‑time coaching at its core, it's the smart way to walk into every donor interaction calm, prepared, and ready to connect. Learn more at practivated.com. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point

What if your fundraising challenges aren't about effort, but about design?In this episode, I break down six indicators that your fundraising strategy may be quietly underperforming. If your team feels tired, campaigns feel heavier every time, or growth has plateaued despite working harder, this conversation will give you clarity. I unpack the hidden signs I see in nonprofit teams: overreliance on a few people, waiting instead of inviting, campaign cold starts, stalled monthly giving, and measuring success by campaign rather than by donor. This episode is about momentum, alignment, and designing a fundraising engine that compounds instead of resets. If you've ever said “we've tried everything,” this one is for you.Topics:Why “we've tried everything” is often a strategy design issueThe difference between momentum problems and donor problemsWorking harder vs. working with leverageThe danger of relying on the same few peopleWhy waiting instead of inviting stalls growthCold-start campaigns and donor churnWhy monthly giving fails without primingMeasuring success per donor vs. per campaignStrategy hopping vs. shared operating systemsDesigning fundraising systems that compound over timeFor a full list of links and resources mentioned in this episode, click here.Bloomerang is the complete donor, volunteer, and fundraising management solution that helps thousands of nonprofits deliver a better giving experience and create sustainable, thriving organizations. Combining robust, easy-to-use technology with people-powered support and training, Bloomerang empowers nonprofits to work efficiently, improve supporter relationships, and grow their donor and volunteer bases. Learn more here. Live March 4th - REGISTER HEREResources: Easy Emails For Impact™: The $5K+ Fundraising Campaign System Purpose & Profit Club® Fundraising + Marketing Accelerator The SPRINT Method™: Your shortcut to 10K fundraisers Instagram, LinkedIn, website , weekly newsletter [FREE] The Brave Fundraiser's Guide: Stop getting ignored. Start raising more. May contain affiliate links

Part of the Building Blocks of Storytelling Series.You've found Life and Mission in a series on the six building blocks of storytelling: Who, What, Where, Why, When, and How. So far, we've looked at WHO and WHAT.Today, we're looking at WHERE. Where are you? Where do you do what you do?You can help donors feel the "atmosphere" of your location — bring them closer, let them see and hear and taste and smell. Let them feel the weight of the place, get some sense of the challenges (or joy) of working there.Sharing about WHERE you work helps provide the context that gives the rest of your story meaning. It's an essential element in helping your donors “see” your work more clearly. Send me your questionsSupport the showMission Writers is a library of resources to help missionaries and nonprofits raise funds through storytelling. I've been re-organizing the content in response to some of your comments and suggestions, and I'll have some great resources for you soon. Sign up for my emails so you'll know when it's ready!

Today on the show, Luke discusses the White House's Iran messaging, Jesse Watters' odd remark, and more!Fundraising link: https://give.miraclefoundation.org/campaign/750148/donateOrder your PEP now!https://drinkpep.com/Get connected below!Twitter - https://twitter.com/lukepbeasleyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lukebeasleyofficial/TikTok -https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSfpPHw/YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM05jgFNwoeXvWfO9GuExzAl

Faith-based giving and secular nonprofits aren't opposites. They share a powerful common thread: values. Today, we explore how nonprofits can learn from faith-driven philanthropy without becoming religious organizations. The key is aligning with a donor's core motivations (identity, legacy, duty, compassion) and designing language, stories, and discovery questions that tap into that deeper connection. When you move beyond transactions and speak to values, you unlock loyalty, retention, and transformational giving. Done well, this approach strengthens relationships today and opens the door to long-term legacy support tomorrow.

Laurie Quinn strives to make learning better for all. Working with both teachers and students, the Stern Center for Language and Learning strives to stay at the forefront of innovation to be experts at applying knowledge learned in the classroom. As President, Laurie is following in the steps of a founder that had been with the organization for 38 years! Sherry and Laurie discuss the challenges and opportunities of leadership transitions in nonprofit organizations, the power of storytelling in fundraising, and the necessity of shifting fundraising culture to foster stronger donor relationships.   What You Will Discover: ✔️ Storytelling is a powerful tool in fundraising. ✔️ Leadership transitions require humility and mindfulness. ✔️ Teaching is an identity that extends beyond traditional roles. ✔️ A growth mindset can transform organizational challenges into opportunities. —————————————— As President of the Stern Center for Language and Learning, a Vermont-based nonprofit with a 40+-year history, Laurie Quinn is a proud champion of helping every learner to succeed. She brings expertise in nonprofit strategy, educational leadership, and innovative programs, as well as dedication to supporting an accomplished team of experts. Dr. Quinn earned her Ph.D. in English Literature at the University of New Hampshire and her master's and undergraduate degrees at Boston College. Her professional background includes serving as a nonprofit program and grants officer, teaching as a member of the faculty at colleges and universities, and leading in higher education executive roles as a Provost/Senior Vice President. Prior to taking the helm the Stern Center, Laurie was Interim President at Champlain College. Her community commitments currently include serving on the Board of Directors of Generator. Dr. Quinn believes in the power of learning to shape every life and to strengthen our communities.    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-quinn-06b84638a/ Website: https://sterncenter.org/ -------------------------- Welcome to the Business Behind Fundraising podcast, where you'll discover how to raise the kind of money your big vision requires without adding more events, appeals, or grant applications. Learn how to stop blocking overall revenue growth and start attracting investment-level donors with Sherry Quam Taylor.  Sherry Quam Taylor's unique approach and success combine her background of scaling businesses with her decade-long experience advising nonprofit leadership teams. With out-of-the-box principles and a myth-busting methodology, proven results, and an ability to see solutions to revenue problems that others overlook, her clients regularly add 7-figures of revenue to their bottom line.  If you need a true partner to show you how to fully finance your entire mission, both programs, AND overhead, year after year… You're in the right place!   #nonprofits #podcast

Are you unknowingly breaking the law by paying a commission to someone helping you raise capital? Wendy Culbertson, a securities lawyer, warns that many startup founders are violating SEC rules by paying "finders" who are not registered broker-dealers. In this interview, she explains the severe consequences of these illegal payouts, including civil and criminal liability. Wendy breaks down the complex world of SEC regulations, explaining the critical differences between Regulation D (506b vs 506c), Regulation A (Mini-IPO), and Crowdfunding (Reg CF). She also reveals the "safe harbor" strategies for hiring internal investor relations staff without triggering regulatory action and why founders should think twice before handling filings themselves. Check out the company: https://

Fundraising isn't just about dollars raised — it's about trust earned. In this thoughtful conversation, host Kristi Ackley sits down with fundraising professionals Rebecca Lynn Peterson and Amy Allen to explore the relational heart of philanthropy. From their unexpected journeys into the field to the long-term strategy behind planned giving, they share practical wisdom for building meaningful donor connections that stand the test of time.✨ In this episode, you'll learn:Why fundraising careers often begin organicallyHow strong donor relationships are built on listening and shared valuesWhy trust is essential — especially in planned givingHow marketing supports fundraising by building awareness and credibilityWhy patience and consistency matter more than quick winsHow every team member can serve as an ambassador for generosityWhy you don't need a large budget to communicate impact effectively

Today, Jon and Becky sit down with Analía Weber, Development Director at The Family Center / La Familia, to explore a bold paradigm shift for the nonprofit sector. One that begins with how we speak about ourselves.Analia's journey into fundraising didn't follow a traditional path. A lifelong dancer and arts leader, she pivoted careers at 39 and stepped into nonprofit development with heart, courage, and a willingness to begin again. Now, less than four years later, she's not only the Director of Development for a thriving, holistic family support organization — she's chairing a regional nonprofit sector partnership and advocating for a 10-year movement to reposition nonprofits as trusted experts and essential community leaders.In this episode, you'll hear:Why the language we use about “donors,” “nonprofits,” and “doing more with less” shapes power dynamicsHow nonprofits can shift from being seen as supplemental to being recognized as experts at the decision-making tableThe mindset of begin again — and why failure is part of the workHow La Familia funds the whole family through holistic, community-centered designA dance-inspired framework for leadership: show up, pay attention, tell the truth, and don't get attached to the resultsIf you're a nonprofit leader navigating uncertainty, funding shifts, or systemic barriers, this episode is your reminder: you don't have to have it all figured out. You get to begin again. And the sector's transformation starts with us.Episode Highlights: From dancer to development leader (2:46)​Finding La Familia and community (4:05)​Inside La Familia's holistic mission (7:49)​Funding the whole family (10:15)​Fundraising with dignity and new language (12:20)​A 10-year paradigm shift for the sector (16:01)​“Begin again” as a leadership mindset (19:25)​Analia's Story of Philanthropy (26:00)Analia's One Good Thing: Compositional improvisation for everyday choices (26:34)Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/685//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi

Stop fundraising like you're buying lottery tickets.In this episode, I'm breaking down why chasing random donors and one-off opportunities keeps you stuck in scarcity mode—and what to do instead. If your fundraising strategy feels like crossing your fingers and hoping for a miracle, it's time for a shift.We're talking about how to build a signal-driven pipeline—one rooted in consent, clarity, and real relationships. When you focus on signals (who's engaged, who's responding, who's leaning in), you stop wasting time convincing people who were never a fit in the first place.This isn't about hype. It's not about viral moments. And no, Mr. Beast is not coming to save you.It's about building a sustainable, repeatable system that works—without burnout or magical thinking.If this resonates and you want to learn more about creating a consent-based fundraising system, head to riawong.com and sign up for my newsletter. I share details about upcoming webinars where I teach this framework in depth.Important Links:Book a Call: https://connect.rheawong.com/ My Big Ask Gifts Program: ⁠https://go.rheawong.com/big-ask-gifts-program⁠ My Book, Get That Money Honey: ⁠https://go.rheawong.com/get-that-money-honey⁠ My Newsletter: ⁠https://www.rheawong.com/⁠ 

Nonprofits are often described as mission-driven. But sustaining a mission for more than a century requires more than passion. It demands discipline, evolution, collaboration, and a deep commitment to community.On this episode of the Charity Charge Show, we sat down with Claudia Aguirre, President and CEO of Baker Ripley, a $700 million nonprofit organization serving the Houston region. What followed was an honest conversation about disruption, scale, funding realities, collaboration, and what it truly takes to build an institution that lasts.Founded in 1907 by Alice Graham Baker as part of the Settlement House Movement, Baker Ripley was built on proximity to community.Today, its mission remains clear:Provide resources, education, and connection to vulnerable communities.The organization helps neighbors:EarnLearnBelongBe wellThrough programs including:Head Start and early childhood educationWorkforce developmentImmigration servicesEntrepreneurship supportYouth STEM initiativesSenior programsUtility and housing assistanceScale matters here. Baker Ripley operates with:$700 million annual budget98% public funding$200–300 million in support services annuallyApproximately $15 million in private and foundation funding used largely for innovationClaudia describes the model this way:“We are large when it's needed, and small when it matters.”

As he tries to become the next St. Charles County executive, former state Sen. Bill Eigel is defending his fundraising strategies that inspired Republican House members to advance legislation curtailing recurring campaign contributions. Eigel speaks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum on the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air. Rosenbaum reports from Springfield on how Missouri Republicans at Lincoln Days are preparing for the 2026 election. And he also talks with STLPR's Will Bauer about Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's State of the State and Budget Address.

Today on the show, Luke discusses the Mar-A-Lago gunman, a silly MAGA controversy, and more!Fundraising link: https://give.miraclefoundation.org/campaign/750148/donateOrder your PEP now!https://drinkpep.com/Get connected below!Twitter - https://twitter.com/lukepbeasleyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lukebeasleyofficial/TikTok -https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSfpPHw/YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM05jgFNwoeXvWfO9GuExzAl

Can companies raise capital and issue securities directly on-chain without intermediaries or lawyers?Gabe Shapiro is the founder of MetaLeX and a longtime crypto lawyer focused on tokenization, legal automation, and decentralized capital markets.Timestamps: ➡️ 1:20 — Stablecoins, DeFi “kill switches,” and the new crypto narrative➡️ 5:44 — Why custodial assets create governance power over blockchains➡️ 11:04 — Tokenized securities vs. today's DTCC intermediary model➡️ 21:36 — How MetaLeX enables direct issuer-to-investor capital raises➡️ 23:12 — Private keys as legal signatures and atomic deal execution➡️ 27:58 — Privacy concerns and on-chain legal infrastructure➡️ 33:43 — Low-KYC accreditation and composable legal credentials➡️ 34:23 — Reversibility, bearer instruments, and issuer controls➡️ 39:34 — TradFi, L2s, and whether Wall Street is “eating crypto”➡️ 43:38 — What regulators are missing: CFTC derivatives rules and UCC reformSponsor: This episode is brought to you by the Decentralization Research Center (DRC), a nonprofit think tank advocating for decentralization in emerging technologies. Learn more at thedrcenter.org.Resources:

254 | Ist die EU noch gut genug? Damian Boeselager ist Gründer der Pro-EU-Partei VOLT und sitzt seit 6 Jahren im EU-Parlament.Partner dieser Folge:ClockodoClockodo ist das Time Tracking Tool unserer Wahl. Auf ⁠https://www.clockodo.com/⁠optimisten bekommst du mit Gutschein-Code optimisten25 25% RabattMach das 1-minütige Quiz und finde eine Geschäftsidee, die zu dir passt: digitaleoptimisten.de/quiz.Kapitel(00:00) Intro(04:13) Das kaputte EU-Betriebssystem: Vetos, Mittelalter, Blockaden(12:02) Demokratie ohne echte Wahl: Kommission, Spitzenkandidaten, Legitimation(15:26) Die Rolle von Volt(29:40) Politik wie ein Startup: Warum Wachstum, Geld & Kandidaten zählen(43:35) Regulierung, Wirtschaft & Europas Zukunft: 13.000 Regeln und der Ausweg(54:34) Damians beste GeschäftsideeLearnings**EU-Betriebssystem aktualisieren**Damian hält das EU-Betriebssystem für unzureichend und plädiert für eine normale parlamentarische Demokratie mit europäischer Regierung. Er fordert europäische Wahlen, bei denen Parteien regieren können und Bürgerinnen und Bürger die Regierung bei der nächsten Wahl abwählen können. Dadurch würde die EU handlungsfähiger und Entscheidungen würden klarer getroffen. Zukunftshypothese: Vertragsveränderungen könnten das System deutlich effizienter machen.**Direkteuropäische Legitimation stärken**Die Legitimation der EU erfolgt derzeit durch nationale Wahlen und das Europäische Parlament, bleibt aber für Bürgerinnen und Bürger schwer nachvollziehbar. Volt fordert europäische Wahlen, damit die Mehrheit der Abgeordneten im Europaparlament eine Regierung bilden kann, die bei der nächsten Wahl abwählbar ist. Dadurch würden Bürgerinnen und Bürger stärker Einfluss nehmen und die EU wäre demokratischer nachvollziehbar.**Volts Wachstum als Lernpfad**Volt wuchs organisch von einer kleinen Gruppe zu 45.000 Mitgliedern, sitzt in zwei nationalen Parlamenten, hat 300–400 lokale Abgeordnete und fünf MEPs. Das Ergebnis kam durch Freiwilligenarbeit, langsames, aber kontinuierliches Wachstum, sowie geplante Wahlkämpfe; es fehlten Ressourcen, gute Kandidaten und gezieltes Fundraising. Die zentrale Lektion für Gründer: Wachstum erfordert Geduld, eine klare Rollenverteilung, starke Öffentlichkeitsarbeit und konsequentes Personal- und Finanzmanagement.**Industriedatenmarktplatz als Geschäftsidee**Als beste Geschäftsidee nennt Damian den Industriedatenmarktplatz, basierend auf dem Data Act: Eigentümer eines Geräts darf die Industriedaten, die herausfließen, verkaufen. Es gibt Aggregatoren und Marktplätze; erste Ansätze existieren, aber viel Potenzial. Unternehmerische Implikation: Wer früh einen europäischen Marktplatz baut, könnte Marktführer werden und sich im Binnenmarkt neu positionieren.Keywordseuropäische verfassungeuropäische armeeGreen New Dealdemokratische Legitimation EUVolt Parteiwie funktioniert der co-decision-prozess EUindustriendatenmarktplatz Data Act europäisches gesetzbinnenmarkt harmonisierung europawie EU regulierung vereinfachenregulatorische harmonisierung europaeuropäische außenpolitik außenministerparlamentarische Demokratie Europa

On Monday's Good Morning Hospitality, A Skift Podcast, Wil Slickers, Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Jamie Lane dig into the latest headlines shaping online travel, short-term rentals, and platform strategy. Otamiser has secured $2M in fresh capital to scale its AI-driven revenue platform for hotels and STR operators, highlighting continued investor interest in tech that boosts OTA visibility and revenue. Airbnb is testing loyalty benefits — exploring non-traditional perks and potential paid-member mechanics that CEO Brian Chesky says could be a “massive accelerant” for repeat stays. The team also breaks down how Airbnb's hotel strategy is expanding far beyond pilot programs into broader markets, revisiting its competitive stance versus OTAs like Booking.com and others. Tripadvisor CEO Matt Goldberg acknowledged in a confidential memo that recent share price volatility and investor frustration with slow AI progress are weighing on the business, while Sabre Corporation announced layoffs and leadership reshuffles as it pivots toward becoming an “AI-native” tech provider. Connect with Airline Weekly LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/airline-weekly/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/Airline_Weekly/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/airlineweekly/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the airline and travel industries.

569,807 views Streamed live on Feb 16, 2026 #negotiations #mobilization #rustle#arestovych #rustle #war #zelensky #trump

President Trump says he will decide within 10 to 15 days whether to continue diplomatic efforts with Iran or authorize military action. On paper, talks in Geneva have been described as “positive.” In practice, the military posture tells a more urgent story. Significant naval assets are in place, including carrier strike groups positioned to project air power quickly.What stands out is the operational framing. The buildup appears geared toward air and naval strikes, not large-scale ground deployments. Bombs in, not boots in. That distinction matters politically and strategically. A rapid, targeted operation is easier to message and easier to contain. A prolonged engagement is not.I have no inside knowledge of what comes next. But the reporting suggests that every preparatory step short of execution has been taken. That does not guarantee action. It does mean the window for decision is real. If a strike happens, the political fallout will depend almost entirely on duration. Days are one thing. Weeks are another.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Prince Andrew and the Epstein FalloutAcross the Atlantic, the Epstein document releases are producing consequences that are less sensational but more legally concrete than many expected. Andrew Montbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and later released. The scrutiny centers not on lurid allegations alone, but on claims that confidential trade documents may have been shared with Jeffrey Epstein during Andrew's tenure as a trade envoy.That is the pattern emerging from the latest tranche of disclosures. The most actionable material involves documents, authority, and institutional misuse, not the more speculative narratives that dominate online conversation. Trade secrets and official privilege are prosecutable. Rumor is not.If these allegations hold, the implications extend beyond Andrew personally. They could destabilize broader political relationships in the United Kingdom and intensify scrutiny of other high-profile Epstein associates. The sensational headlines grab attention, but it is the paper trail that moves prosecutors.DHS Funding and Pre–State of the Union BrinkmanshipBack home, the Department of Homeland Security funding fight remains stalled. Democrats are demanding immigration enforcement reforms, including stricter warrant requirements, ending certain patrol practices, and unmasking field agents. Republicans have labeled those proposals red lines and accuse Democrats of leveraging the shutdown for political positioning ahead of the State of the Union.Nothing substantive is likely to move before the president addresses Congress. The incentives run the other way. Democrats want to be seen as fighting. Republicans want to frame the impasse as obstruction. In the meantime, DHS operates in partial shutdown conditions, with essential personnel continuing work but long-term uncertainty hanging over the department.The broader dynamic is familiar. Shutdowns are blunt instruments. They energize bases but rarely deliver maximal outcomes. Eventually, one side cuts a deal and angers its most committed supporters. The only open question is who blinks first and how much rhetorical damage accumulates before they do.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:02:11 - Dave Levinthal on Dems' Midterm Fundraising00:27:24 - Update00:29:00 - Iran00:33:30 - Former Prince Andrew Arrested00:35:10 - DHS Funding Talks00:38:20 - Karol Markowicz on Republican Vibes01:21:35 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

On today's show, Luke discuss Trump's Supreme Court disaster, Trump insane sweaty speech, and more!Fundraising link: https://give.miraclefoundation.org/campaign/750148/donateOrder your PEP now!https://drinkpep.com/Get connected below!Twitter - https://twitter.com/lukepbeasleyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lukebeasleyofficial/TikTok -https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSfpPHw/YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM05jgFNwoeXvWfO9GuExzAl

In this episode of The Cause+Effect Podcast, Trent Dunham sits down with Matt Potter, co-founder of PRAY.COM, for a candid conversation on how mission-driven leaders can build, test, and scale with both conviction and clarity. Matt shares his providential story—from adoption and early exposure to tech, to stepping into a calling that led to PRAY.COM's launch in 2016—and the leadership mindset that helped them pivot from ideas that sounded right to solutions that actually served people.Together, they unpack rapid obedience, “fail fast” experimentation, and the importance of building a culture where learning is safe. You'll hear how PRAY.COM moved from prayer-wall community features to guided prayers and devotionals, why data dashboards and AI tools (like PRAY Studio) matter for ministries today, and what it looks like to shift from founder-driven skill to scalable systems and leaders.

Naomi Hossain on politics in Bangladesh generally and the recent election specifically • Stuart Schrader on “authoritarianism from below”—the role of local cops in the Trump crackdowns (article here) The post Fundraising special: politics in Bangladesh, local cops and the Trump crackdowns appeared first on KPFA.

If your board can't clearly articulate what you do in one sentence, your donors won't either.Brandy Walker is joining me to unpack why nonprofit leaders must get ruthlessly clear on the ONE thing their organization does exceptionally well. Not the 20 programs, not the calendar of activities, but the core impact.Brandy shares why embracing the “messy middle” builds trust, how to use lived experience as influence, and the one question that can completely reshape your growth trajectory: What do you want to be known for?P.S. We are in the final countdown to the FREE Monthly Giving Summit. Join me on February 25th-26th to master monthly giving.Resources & LinksConnect with Brandy on LinkedIn, learn more about Brand Worthy Solutions, and tune in to her podcast, Brandy Was Here. LettrLabs is the proud presenter of Missions to Movements. LettrLabs helps nonprofits build lasting donor relationships through real, handwritten mail that's fully automated - turning moments of intent into meaningful connection. From thank-yous to impact updates, they help you cut through with mail donors actually open, remember, and trust. Register now for the FREE Monthly Giving Summit on February 25-26th, the only virtual event where nonprofits unite to master monthly giving, attract committed believers, and fund the future with confidence. The Mini Monthly Giving Mastermind: A high-touch Mini Mastermind + optional in-person retreat (May 6-8) for nonprofit leaders that have an existing monthly giving program and ready to take it to the next level with 1:1 and peer support. Applications close March 25th. Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! My book, The Monthly Giving Mastermind, is here! Grab a copy here and learn...

How you talk to your funders shapes how they understand your work, your community, and your impact. Farra Trompeter, co-director, talks with grant writer and fundraising strategist, Dani Fauklner, about why nonprofits must rethink traditional, jargon-heavy fundraising language. Together, they explore practical ways teams can audit and improve proposals, reports, and messaging. Learn how cross-team communication can help nonprofits secure funding without compromising integrity.

Getting press can feel like a lucky break until you hear how Annabel Love and her co-founder built a repeatable strategy behind it. In this episode of Dear FoundHer, Annabel shares how a dorm room hair-straightener hack became Nori, an eight-figure, profitable brand now sold nationwide at Target. This is a must-listen for women founders who want a clearer playbook for building visibility, earning trust, and turning attention into revenue.Annabel walks Lindsay through the early, scrappy days of the company, including customer discovery in the real world, focus groups, and building a product with zero hardware background. You'll hear what it took to go from idea to manufacturing, then into a go-to-market plan that included Meta ads, influencer partnerships, and getting press that actually moved product. Annabel breaks down how they approached press opportunities like Oprah's Favorite Things and The Today Show, plus how they repurposed those wins across paid ads, their website, and customer acquisition.This conversation also covers growing an audience before launch, choosing the right agency partners, and why a lean team can be an advantage when managing rapid growth. Annabel shares how Nori expanded from DTC into retailers like Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, and Target, and what changed operationally once mass retail entered the picture. If you are one of the many female entrepreneurs trying to scale without burning cash or building a bloated org chart, you will walk away with concrete lessons you can apply right away.Episode Breakdown:00:01 Nori Founder Story: From Dorm Room Idea to Eight-Figure Brand03:24 Launching a Hardware Startup Without Engineering Experience07:05 Customer Research and Product Validation Strategy09:32 Direct-to-Consumer Go-To-Market Plan11:54 Meta Ads, Influencer Marketing, and Getting Press13:52 Retail Expansion: Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, and Target16:10 Fundraising and Profitability in a Consumer Brand22:18 Scaling to $20 Million With a Lean Team28:46 The Today Show Impact on Sales Growth31:14 Advice for Women Starting a BusinessConnect with Annabel Love:Follow Annabel Love on InstagramFollow Nori on InstagramSubscribe to The Foundher Files: http://foundherfiles.substack.comFollow Dear FoundHer... on Instagram http://www.instagram.com/dearfoundherPodcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: Democrats do not want enforcement against undocumented migrants who are not criminals. Bill exposes their false claim that only 14% of migrants in custody are violent. Rep. Kevin Hern (R-Oklahoma) enters the No Spin Zone to discuss yesterday's House Ways and Means Committee hearing on foreign money funding far-left groups and on whether the DOJ will start cracking down on these organizations. A look at CNN's response to the 2006 Trump/Epstein reveal. Are Republicans or Democrats ahead in midterm fundraising? Final Thought: Bill weighs in on the nonstop coverage of Nancy Gutherie in the press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices