Creating Good with Matt Barnes

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’re going to want to stick around for this one, folks.

Our guest today is Cherian Koshy, Vice President of Product Strategy at iWave, a top-rated fundraising intelligence for fundraisers, researchers, and development teams. Cherian is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP), and Series 65 holder who brings a unique combination of technology expertise, financial insight, and philanthropic strategy. Serving on the global board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and as Vice Chair of professional development, his influence extends worldwide. In his previous role as Chair of the Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service, Cherian set philanthropic standards throughout the state.

So sit back, relax, and listen to us cover such topics as:

• The impact of AI on nonprofits
• The importance of building trust before adopting AI tools
• The role of AI applications in grant writing, content generation, and data analysis
• The value of human relationships in the nonprofit sector

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheriankoshy
• iWave Website

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’re going to want to stick around for this one, folks.

Our guest today is Ashley Jones, founder and CEO at Love Not Lost, a nonprofit on a mission to revolutionize the way we heal in grief. From losing her daughter to a terminal illness to growing Love Not Lost, Ashley has a lot of experience in death and grief. She’s learned how to process, heal, and grow through the pain and wants to help others do the same. She’s a TEDx speaker on “How we heal in grief” and has been featured by various media outlets, including the BBC. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise on various topics, including healing in grief and trauma, finding gratitude amidst tragedy, creating cultures of caring in the corporate world, and the transformative power of self-care.

This week, we’ll cover:

• The transformative power of professional portraits in the healing process
• The challenges of starting and growing a nonprofit
• The role of transparency and communication in building trust in the nonprofit world
• The power of connection with oneself and others

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleynicolejones
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovenotlostorg
• Website: www.lovenotlost.org

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the special Christmas episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit sphere. I’m your host for today, Tiffany, and, as is always the case with this show, you’re in for a treat!

In this special Christmas episode, the tables are turned as we hear from our very own Matt Barnes, Strategic Director of Rogue Creatives.

So sit back, relax, and listen to us cover such topics as:

• The benefits of having employees with quirky skills
• How the team raised funds for the Friendship Shelter Gala
• The fascination of the 1920s era
• Balancing parenting and work with the help of the Nerdy Pop Podcast

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattfromrogue
• Rogue Creatives: https://www.roguecreatives.com

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’re going to want to stick around for this one, folks.

Our guest today is Julia Campbell, a nonprofit marketing specialist, social media guru, and the host of the Nonprofit Nation podcast. She is the founder of J Campbell Social Marketing and offers training and webinars to help nonprofits effectively use digital marketing strategies.

This week, we’ll cover:

• The challenges in navigating the digital landscape
• The importance of overcoming resistance to change
• How to reach different audiences
• Why done is better than perfect

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliacampbell
• J Campbell Social Marketing: https://www.linkedin.com/company/j-campbell-social-marketing
• Website: https://jcsocialmarketing.com
• Nonprofit Nation with Julia Campbell
• Nonprofit Social Media Summit

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’re going to want to stick around for this one, folks.

Our guest today is Mariya Yurukova, CEO and Founder of Charity Search Group, a recruiting firm exclusively dedicated to the nonprofit sector, specializing in searches for development directors, executive directors, and major gifts officers. She also works as a consultant for her company Leapfrog Fundraising, where she is the CEO and Founder.

This week, we’ll cover:

• The process of finding talent in the nonprofit sector
• Why startups shouldn’t fly too close to the sun at first
• What the new generation of donors are like
• Why nonprofits need to invest if they want to succeed and help others

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariyayurukova
• Charity Search Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/charity-search-group
• Website: https://charitysearchgroup.com

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’re going to want to stick around for this one, folks.
Our guest today is Danielle Judd, President and Founder at Farmhouse Rescue, a distinguished non-profit organization founded in 2018. Danielle founded the company after surviving a life-threatening illness that left her with enduring effects, including memory loss. Through her unwavering determination and passion she sought to heal both animals and humans alike.
Now, Danielle expertly manages, coordinates, and executes all programs and activities related to marketing, operations, and fundraising. Her remarkable abilities have propelled the organization to new heights, enabling it to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those it serves. She is also a brilliant public speaker with the ability to capture her audience and encourage overcoming adversity and finding purpose, motivating them to take action to positively impact the world.
So sit back, relax, and listen to us cover such topics as:

• Why nonprofits aren’t the easiest thing in the world
• How a life threatening experience dramatically altered Danielle’s view on life
• The importance of transparency as an organization
• The lessons you learn when starting a nonprofit

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellejudd/
• Farmhouse Rescue: https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmhouse-rescue/
• Website: https://shop.farmhouserescue.org/

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’ll want to stick around for this one, folks.
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Sharon Elefant, Founder & CEO of the Nonprofit Plug, a boutique nonprofit consulting firm dedicated to empowering, uniting, and developing 501(c)3 nonprofits. We also have a special appearance from Amber Anthony, Strategy Specialist & CFO at the Nonprofit Plug!
Living by the concept of Tikkun Olam – to repair the world – Dr. Elefant is an inclusive social justice advocate, educator, and nonprofit leader with a proven track record of building, growing, and enhancing organizational and fund development efforts on national and global levels.
On top of that, she is also a Fieldwork Coordinator at Pacific Oaks College, the Executive Director at Engage The Vision, and an Online Adjunct Instructor at Central Michigan University.
So sit back, relax, and listen to us cover such topics as:

• The importance of collaboration between nonprofits
• Why nonprofits have such brokenness to them
• Are you treating your nonprofit like a business?
• Understanding businesses at a cellular level

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsharonelefant/
• The Nonprofit Plug: https://thenonprofitplug.com
• Pacific Oaks College: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1216102/
• Engage the Vision: https://www.linkedin.com/company/19048550/

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to the latest episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and you’re going to want to stick around for this one, folks.
Our guest today is Svetlana Ratnikova, Co-Chief Executive Officer at Impact Investors Network, a for-profit social enterprise focused on making the world a better place while providing members with a positive return, and full transparency around the flow of funds. She is also the Founder & CEO of IWB Immigrant Women in Business; the Co-Founder of RTG Group, as well as the Co-Founder of Terra Naturals Inc.!
Needless to say, she’s an impressive woman.
So sit back, relax, and listen to us cover such topics as:

• The foundations on which Immigrant Women in Business was built
• The powers of influencer marketing in nonprofit organizations
• A clash of values in nonprofit organizations
• Nonprofit organizations are emotional by nature

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svetlanaratnikova/
• Impact Investors Network
• IWB Immigrant Women in Business
• RTG Group

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to this episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and today, I’m joined by an exceptional guest who has spent nearly three decades in the nonprofit domain and is a CEO, podcast host, and active Forbes contributor.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Rob Harter, CEO of CPCC, a nonprofit organization in Utah. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on their services, the importance of collaboration with other nonprofits, and finding joy and purpose in nonprofit work. Dr. Harter shares personal experiences and insights on meeting community needs and staying inspired.
Join us as we discuss the following touchpoints around the nonprofit space:

• How COVID helped remove the stigma around mental health
• Examining the lack of collaboration between nonprofits
• Advice on building a sustainable nonprofit organization
• The role of nonprofits in feeding people

Episode Resources:

• Dr. Rob Harter on LinkedIn
• CCPC website

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Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr

Welcome to this episode of the Nonprofit Connect podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people in the nonprofit hemisphere. I’m your host, Matt Barnes, and today I’m joined by an exceptional guest who is helping to tackle the nation’s drug crisis.
In this episode, we speak with Janice Celeste, the President and CEO of Fentanyl Solution, a nonprofit organization combating the illicit fentanyl crisis, empowering communities with life-saving solutions, and advocating for accountable legislation that holds all levels of government accountable in addressing the crisis. Throughout her career she has been an advocate for childrens and families, stemming from her work as an early childhood specialist and parent educator at a children’s hospital.
So sit back, relax, and let’s jump right into it.
Listen to us cover topics such as:

• Janice’s commitment to making the world a better place
• Methods for educating parents on the harsh realities of fentanyl use
• The efforts being made by Fentanyl Solution to change laws
• The power of talking to people affected by the crisis

Episode Resources:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-m-celeste-mba-b36702264/
• Fentanyl Solution
• https://www.fentanylsolution.org/

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe on…

• Apple Podcasts - https://bit.ly/3q9Bx1l
• Spotify - https://bit.ly/3O8JFHw
• Google Podcasts - https://bit.ly/3KfbWuQ

Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast (formerly known as Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes) is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

Previous guests include John Bromley of Charitable Impact, Svetlana Ratnikova of IWB Immigrant Women in Business, David McNair of The ONE Campaign, and Daniel Hill of Green Impact Campaign.

Check out our three most downloaded episodes:

• Burnout at Nonprofits with Susan Kenny of UPLIFT Yoga Foundation
• Changing Women’s Lives with Tamra Ryan of Women’s Bean Project
• Reimagining Marketing as a Nonprofit's Superpower with Noah Barnett of Feathr