Radio Free 501c - a podcast about Nonprofit Management

Episode 288: Ageism in the Hiring Process is a real issue. It's not disappointed or underqualified candidates complaining or making excuses. Ask yourself this: how many times have you used the phrase "we need more young people?" In an era when we need experienced and knowledgeable team members that know how to learn there's no better place to look than the over-35 crowd. Age is a demographic that is often used to discriminate but it is shadow discrimination because we don't discuss it publicly -- but now is the time to bring it into the open. My guests, Anuja Miner and Barry Pilson, are dedicated association management professionals who share their love of the profession and their take on the hiring process while seeking their next opportunity. And of course I make a comment or two! I want to thank Anuja and Barry for joining me for this very honest conversation about Ageism and possible solutions to changing our mindset. Age is just a descriptor -- it's not an indicator of performance. What do you think about ageism? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic: ASAE25 Annual Meeting Ethics Session Preview

Episode 287: Things could be described as "crazy" right now which is why we need to think even more deeply about Diversifying Fundraising in a Chaotic Economy. Good thing my guest this week is Roger Devine, Co-Founder of SchoolAuction.net! He's here to share advice, tips, and insights into ways to reach a broader audience and grow a multi-tiered supporter base. From mailings to golf to galas, we cover it all -- at least most of it. In-person events are definitely "in play" as these work well for smaller groups so don't cancel that fundraising event. This longer episode is worth your time as we discuss how to fundraise in interesting times. What worries you about fundraising? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly article from the Rogue Tulips Consulting E-newsletter, "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic: Do Grown Ups Really Need Awards?

​Episode 286: Travel is in our DNA -- this episode is perfect timing for IMEX 2025-Frankfurt! My guest, Don Welsh, President & CEO of Destinations International, and I have a wide-ranging conversation about Radical Collaboration, Brand USA re-engaging with the world, the politics of travel and why Canada is mad at us, America's 250th, the July annual conference for Destinations International, an update on what is happening in the Middle East related to travel, and more!! If you like to travel, are an event planner, or travel in your daydreams, you'll enjoy this inside look at what is happening with travel around the world. And Don shares exciting personal news! Find out his news -- listen or watch! What questions do you have about international travel? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak.

Episode 285: We round out our celebration of AANHPI Month with our third episode in the series. My guest Edessa Polzin, PCM, Director, Strategic Partnerships at the American Marketing Association (AMA) shares her passion for relationship building and how together organizations can do more. Edessa loves marketing and she was a member of AMA before she found the perfect job on staff. She brought her enthusiasm and love for marketing to the association, where she builds and maintains strong partnerships with their corporate supporters. Edessa has a great approach to working with partners that she believes makes AMA bigger, better, and faster! Want your association to do the same thing? Her advice will get you thinking and on the path to reaching your goals! What are your challenges working with corporate partnerships? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak.

This week's topic: Association Intelligence - The Other A.I.

Episode 284: Radio Free 501c continues its celebration of AANHPI month with the second of three episodes celebrating and recognizing Asian American, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. We continue our trend of first-time guests with Sharon Pare, Director of Partnerships at HighRoad Solutions who talks with us about Creating a Great Partnership! We all want to have productive and valuable partnerships in our lives and Sharon has great advice on how to make it happen. Like all relationships, it starts with great communication that leads to collaboration. She also warns us against "vanity partnerships," and reminds us that our relationships are in ecosystems that should dovetail at certain points. Sharon talks about the AANHPI Advisory Group at ASAE and how it has grown, and she shares her experience as a member of the ASAE IPA Committee (it's not about beer!) but it is about Industry Partnerships and making them stronger. Lots of good stuff in this one so don't miss it! What is important to you about creating great partnerships? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak.

This week's topic: Things I Daydream About for the CAE Credential