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This podcast was recorded during The Digital Nonprofit 2019. Digital touches every aspect of an organization, so it needs strategic, next-level leadership if its truly going to thrive. Because it’s not just the work itself; it’s also about the best ways to get the work done. You’ll learn how to structure digital teams, and what […]

In this recording from The Digital Nonprofit conference Michael Johnston of HJC explains how human centric technology use needs a structured approach that design thinking can help solve. Mike’s fast, fun session brings together how the Amish, Stanford Design School, and hjc use design thinking to help make the world a better place.

And be sure to join us on October 6, 2020 for the next edition of The Digital Nonprofit.

How Design Thinking Can Lead to the More Effective Use of Technology for Social Impact with Michael Johnston from NetSquared Vancouver

You have a lot of data! How can you keep your member and client information secure? What legal rules does you nonprofit need to follow when it comes to data hosting? What tools and apps won’t get your in trouble?

In this recording of Net2van’s October 15 meetup we have four experts who will answer all your questions.

We started the event with a case study from Gordon Casey of Brave.coop on their work using tech to prevent overdose deaths.

Gordon Casey of Brave.coop from NetSquared Vancouver

Alejandra Brown: Introduction to privacy and overview of privacy and data residency rules that apply to BC nonprofits.

Alejandra Brown: Introduction to privacy and overview of privacy and data residency rules that apply to BC nonprofits. from NetSquared Vancouver

Mack Hardy: Five practical things you can do to secure your online self. Policies, 2FA, password managers, and more.

Mack Hardy: Five practical things you can do to secure your online self. Policies, 2FA, password managers, and more. from NetSquared Vancouver

Damien Norris: A suite of curated tools that organizations can use to locally/securely replace the US owned cloud services in their lives.

Damien Norris: A suite of curated tools that organizations can use to locally/securely replace the US owned cloud services in their lives. from NetSquared Vancouver

Kris Constable: IDVPN: a VPN for complying with justistional regulations.

Kris Constable: IDVPN: a VPN for complying with justistional regulations. from NetSquared Vancouver

That’s it for October. See you in November for our #GivingTuesday meetup.

Maximize Your Giving Tuesday Fundraising & Engagement Tuesday, Nov 5, 2019, 6:00 PM Hive Vancouver#210 – 128 W Hastings St Vancouver, BC 18 Members Attending As Giving Tuesday has grown to a global day of giving, this is a unique opportunity for nonprofits to engage with your donors, supporters, and volunteers — and raise some money! To help you get the most out of Giving Tuesday, this event will discuss picking a campaign theme, focusing on your audiences, getting the timing right, inspiring millennial… Check out this Meetup →

You have a lot of data! How can you keep your member and client information secure? What legal rules does you nonprofit need to follow when it comes to data hosting? What tools and apps won’t get your in trouble? In this recording of Net2van’s October 15 meetup we have four experts who will answer […]

This event was a hands-on workshop, so there’s a couple gaps in the audio when attendees filled out their marketing canvas.

You can view the video and download the template from our website.

Workshop Description

Creating a marketing plan for your nonprofit organization will move you from where you are to where you want to be. Learn real tips and trick to starting out right this year with a plan that you can explain to your team and board.

Learn how to identify the ideal donor you’d like to acquire, map out your acquisition plan, and engage with donors on the appropriate channels.

Our Guest Expert

Lida Tohidi has 11 years of experience in digital marketing, program management, and strategic planning in the tech sector and has utilized her talents for nonprofits as well. She is very passionate about mindfulness, as well as diversity and inclusion, and in 2018 alone, she spoke at 25 tech conferences and events. You can contact Lida through LinkedIn and on Twitter at @lidatohidi

Creating a marketing plan for your nonprofit organization will move you from where you are to where you want to be. Learn real tips and trick to starting out right this year with a plan that you can explain to your team and board.

Darren Barefoot hosted a series of short on-stage interviews with three young people – a teenager, a college-student and a 20-something – about how they use technology and social channels.

Recorded live at the HiVE in Vancouver, April 2 2019. See the full event description at https://www.meetup.com/net2van/events/256476241/

And for inspiration to get started check out “HOW TO SPEAK GEN Z“

How young people use digital technology - the podcast!

The technology planning process can be overwhelming, especially for those without any technical background. Where do you start? What are your priorities? How do you fund them?

In this audio recording from Net2van’s March 5 meetup Fully Managed walks you through the process of building a technology plan and how to find a Managed Service Provider.

If you need some visuals you can watch the video or view the slides.

Technology Planning for Nonprofits – Net2van March 5 2019 from NetSquared Vancouver

Rob Cottingham opens NetSquared Vancouver’s annual Tech4Good Trends meetup with a reminder that you can’t fake relationships.