Grassroots Analytics Insider

Joey and Sadie talk about their journeys from political science degrees to becoming Data Scientists at Grassroots Analytics.

On the Pod: Matt talks AI and emerging technologies.

Introduction and Background (0:00)

Role at GA (1:08)

Hackathon Experience and Outcomes (2:19)

AI in Politics (5:31)

Hopes for the Future (9:32)

It’s easy to get caught up in your expectations of post-grad life: you graduate, get the job you’re “supposed to,” and move upward from there. But what happens when your personal career goals shift? 

Hear Madeleine’s story – and her great advice – on Grassroots Analytics Insider Audio.

00:00 Journey to Digital Strategy

04:52 Adapting to a New Career

10:13 Navigating Politics and Community

15:09 Impact and Hope in Politics

Grayson delivers advice on fundraising content strategy.
Introduction to Grayson and her journey in digital content - 00:07
Role as a digital content director - 00:44
Becoming a fundraising content expert - 04:03
Building authentic and engaging content - 07:38
Content strategy for fundraising vs engagement campaigns - 11:11
Measuring content impact - 12:13
Embracing risk and innovation - 13:00
The power of vulnerability and authenticity - 15:41
Leading with compassion in digital team management - 16:05
Advice for first-time candidates and early donor base building - 18:13
Election predictions: prospects for 2026 - 19:47

How does working in food service prepare you for politics? Tune in to find out!

Introduction and Role - 0:07

Internships and Early Work Experiences - 4:02

Food Service Experience - 5:04

Core Competencies and Transitioning Roles - 8:28

Advice for Graduates - 10:21

Proud Moments and Impact - 11:44

GA Pillars and Teamwork - 13:18

AI Umpires - 14:46

Hopeful Outlook and World Cup - 15:38

Advice for First-Time Candidates - 17:03

Ben returns to the pod to tell the story of how Grassroots Analytics changed fundraising mail.

Robin delivers advice and information so you can deliver great fundraising texts.

00:00

Introduction to Grassroots Analytics and Robin's Role

01:34

Understanding Fundraising Texting

03:18

Advantages of Fundraising by Text

04:29

Measuring Success in Fundraising Texts

08:17

Maximizing Long-Term ROI in Campaigns

12:04

Innovations in Fundraising Metrics

13:23

Building Relationships with Donors

15:49

Hope for Grassroots Movements

17:22

Final Thoughts on Peer-to-Peer Texting

A deep-dive into how Denisha found her confidence in the Sea of Cortez.

Hear about Meghan's origin story, experience, and vision for GA's road ahead. 0:00 - Introduction and Meghan's Journey3:00 - Innovation at Grassroots Analytics6:00 - Challenges in Nonprofits and Campaigns9:00 - Leadership and Smart Risks12:00 - The Impact of Grassroots Efforts

A journey of 1,000 miles begins with a roadmap. GA’s Director of People and Culture walks us through the mission and pillars that guided our path in 2025.