Radio Free 501c - a podcast about Nonprofit Management

This episode: We ask a lot out of our volunteers. Do we truly understand what we ask of them? The best way to know their experience is to VOLUNTEER. This week, Cecilia talks with Michael Butera of AssociationActiVision about his experiences, lessons learned, and insights from his own volunteering experiences and how they provide value both personally and professionally. What do you do to stay in touch with the Volunteer Experience? Share a comment!

This episode: To say the last few years have impacted the meeting and events industry is an understatement. From safety concerns to creating meaningful hybrid events experiences, meeting planners have even more to consider. We talk with Stuart Ruff-Lyon, CMP, DES, Vice President of Events and Exhibitions at RIMS about what he sees ahead, how RIMS responded, and the opportunities they have embraced. While COVID-19 was a shock to the system, it has created an environment where it's safe to experiment. What did you have the most fun changing with events because of COVID? (Yes, we said FUN!) Share a comment.

This episode: Data, data, everywhere and not a thought to think . . . do you ever feel overwhelmed by data? Suffer from "analysis paralysis?" Well this week we have the cure! We talk with Dean West of Association Laboratory about types of data, data collection methods, analyzing data, and avoiding traps like the Similarity Fallacy. Increase your confidence with data-driven decision making; check out this episode. What is your challenge with data? Share a comment! PS -- this is our 140th episode since we launched our podcast in 2019!

This episode: we all know a lot has changed the last few years for all of us, but what has changed specifically with the Member Experience? We talk with Joy Duling of The Joy of Membership to get her expert insights into what members want now, what they look for, and how to provide more personalized experiences. What have you seen change about the member experience? Share a comment!

This episode: Do you find investment strategy intimidating or overwhelming? Boost your confidence with advice and insights from Christopher Olusola of Ecobank Nigeria. Chris breaks down what you need to consider, how to show members the value of investing, and who should be part of the decision making process for investments. He discusses an organization's "risk appetite" and reminds us to be SLY Investors by focusing on security, liquidity, and yield (SLY). Build your understanding of investing with a fun conversation from an expert! How comfortable are you with investment policy? Share a comment!

It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. Our guest, R. Jai Krishna, Secretary-General of the News Broadcasters Federation-India, shares his views on ethical behavior in times of changes, crisis, and daily living. Ethical behavior is choosing to do what's right no matter what the opinions of others may be -- and if  you act ethically, things tend to fall into place. We must all have the courage of our convictions but a little encouragement helps which is what we provide in this thoughtful discussion. How do you handle ethical decision making? Share a comment! https://bit.ly/ChattingEthicsDuringCrisis

It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting. This week we discuss Burnout! Identifying it and Getting Past It. Burnout can sneak up on any of us. Fern Carbonell, Midlife Wellness Coach, shares her insights into identifying and managing burnout from symptoms and side effects to ways to manage our stressors. Feeling stressed out? Think you are not at your best? You might need some rest and self care. Fern's advice and cautions are useful and she speaks from the heart. Do something nice for yourself and watch! Share a comment about how you manage stress, stressors, and your self care. :) 

This episode: Meetings and events are coming back strong in 2022 whether virtual, in person, or your organization's hybrid meetings. How can we make our events and conferences more interesting, more valuable, and more engaging? We talk with Mark Cooper, CEO of IACC and the Immediate Past Chair of the Events Industry Council about his ideas for "taking it to the next level" for your members and attendees. We also dive a bit into creativity and innovation and how these can inspire you and your organization to try new and fun things. What do you do to make your conferences and events memorable? Share a comment!

This episode: we talk with Megan Motto, CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia about Effective Governance. Encompassing everything from culture, to board meetings, to ethics, an organization that is aligned with a strong governance system has a higher rate of success. Our conversation with Megan hits the high points of what to look for to have a better governance system and what red flags may point to the need for a governance review. How does your organization keep its governance structure strong? Share a comment!

This episode: It's the first episode of the New Year and we have an in-depth conversation about the need for Association Meeting Professionals to be included in strategy. While many of us might consider Meeting Professionals to be "the folks that get the coffee to the breaks" they do much more than feed us onsite. Their contributions are key to the success of the organization in fulfilling its mission. What do you think? Are Meeting Professionals tacticians or strategists? Share a comment! And don't forget to subscribe - you don't want to miss an episode!