Impact Unplugged Podcast

"Where the [Bleep] Is the Transformation?!" In our newest episode of ⁠⁠Impact Unplugged⁠⁠, we are thrilled to welcome Jim Langley, President of Langley Innovations and a renowned leader in higher education advancement. With over three decades of experience, including leadership roles at Georgetown University and UC San Diego, Jim shares his biggest insights on philanthropy and fundraising, offering a transformative perspective on the future of philanthropy. Episode Highlights: • Creating Impactful Connections: Discover how delivering on promises builds trust and strengthens donor relationships.• Advancement as Guardians of Credibility: Learn how ethical practices and accountability drive long-term success.• Transforming Fundraising Models: Explore actionable strategies to align donor goals with institutional priorities and redefine success. Join co-hosts Chelsea Lamego and Haider Ali for this insightful conversation with Jim Langley, filled with transformative ideas for nonprofit professionals.

"Aligning with Academic Partners" In our newest episode of ⁠Impact Unplugged⁠, we are excited to feature Jenna Goodman, Co-founder & CEO of Generous Change. With extensive experience in fundraising and leadership, Jenna has trained over 3,000 advancement professionals and shares practical strategies for building stronger partnerships between advancement and academic leaders, driving greater fundraising success. Episode Highlights: Aligning Advancement and Academic Leaders: Delve into the importance of fostering trusted relationships for better collaboration. Effective Fund Management: Discover tools and systems that simplify fund management and ensure donor impact. The Power of Collaboration: Learn how strong partnerships lead to greater fundraising success and organizational growth. Join our co-hosts, ⁠Chelsea Lamego⁠ and ⁠Alejandro Stevenson-Duran⁠, for this engaging discussion on Impact Unplugged, by FundMiner. We explore these key topics with Jenna Goodman, offering valuable insights and strategies for strengthening partnerships and driving success in advancement.

"The Death of Advancement Services" In our newest episode of Impact Unplugged, we are excited to feature Haider Ali, the Director of Advancement Performance & Strategy at the University of Ottawa. With over two decades of leadership in higher education, Haider has led advancement teams at prestigious institutions and specializes in performance management, strategy development, and business intelligence. Episode Highlights: The Evolution of Advancement Services: Haider delves into his article, "The Death of Advancement Services" and the need for strategic restructuring to solve big challenges. Effective Fund Management: Discover strategies for managing large campaigns and delivering on donor promises. Building Donor Communities: Learn how to create a seamless donor experience and foster meaningful connections between donors. Join our co-hosts, Chelsea Lamego and Alejandro Stevenson-Duran, on Impact Unplugged. They dive into these critical topics with Haider Ali, offering valuable insights and strategies for overcoming common challenges in advancement.

"The Three Evils of Advancement" In our latest episode of Impact Unplugged, we are privileged to welcome Dr. Jesse Pisors, the president of Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC). With over a quarter-century of leadership in higher education, Dr. Pisors served as Vice President of Advancement at Texas A&M University-San Antonio and University of Houston-Victoria, bringing a wealth of experience in higher education leadership and fundraising. Episode Highlights: Utilization of Philanthropic Funding: Delve into the effects of effective versus delayed fund deployment. Effective Allocation of Resources: Explore the positives of effective fund management and the repercussions of not utilizing funds as intended.  Communication of Impact: Understand the importance of sharing impact and outcomes to maintain donor trust and build your donor base. Join our co-hosts, Chelsea Lamego and Alejandro Stevenson-Duran, on Impact Unplugged, offering crucial strategies for overcoming common fundraising challenges.

"The Art of Positive Communication" In the latest episode of Impact Unplugged, we’re excited to host Dr. Julien C. Mirivel, an acclaimed professor of Applied Communication from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Dr. Mirivel, an expert in the emerging field of positive communication, brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive experience as an author, speaker, and educator. Episode Highlights: Dive into Dr. Mirivel’s techniques for fostering effective communication that strengthens relationships within teams and with donors. Discover how the principles of positive communication can be integrated into fundraising efforts to enhance donor trust and improve fundraising operations. Listen to Impact Unplugged for a conversation on advancing nonprofit and fundraising professions through effective communication.

"Becoming a Trusted and Valued Organizational Partner" In the first episode of FundMiner's very own podcast, Impact Unplugged, we take you behind the scenes of transformative leadership and strategic advancements with a very special guest, Jake Logan, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Episode Highlights: Discover Jake's innovative approach to fostering genuine relationships within his team, the broader university community, and donors. Learn how Jake Logan uses creative methods at UTEP to increase donor involvement and transparency. Listen to Impact Unplugged for a conversation on effective leadership in advancement.