RKD Group: Thinkers

On this episode of the RKD Group: Thinkers podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome T. Clay Buck, a seasoned expert in nonprofit fundraising and communications. With over 30 years of experience spanning roles from Grant Writer to Chief Development Officer, Clay has honed his expertise in individual giving, strategic planning, storytelling and building ethical fundraising systems that empower organizations to succeed.

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In this episode of the RKD Group: Chat podcas, Scott Bjork, the President and CEO of Memphis Union Mission, shares his unconventional journey to nonprofit leadership, emphasizing the importance of faith in his work. He discusses the lessons learned from his diverse career, including his time in the trucking industry, and how these experiences have shaped his approach to leadership. Scott highlights the significance of integrating faith into daily operations and the value of personal connections with both staff and clients.

On this episode of the RKD Thinkers Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Tasha Van Vlack, founder of The Nonprofit Hive and a passionate advocate for community-building within the nonprofit sector. Tasha’s journey, which spans an unconventional path from studying biology and teaching ESL to becoming a pivotal voice for nonprofits, offers inspiring insights into creating meaningful connections and support systems for nonprofit professionals. She founded The Nonprofit Hive during the pandemic as a response to the increasing need for shared experiences, support and peer-to-peer learning among nonprofits.

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On this episode of the RKD Group: Thinkers podcast, we’re excited to sit down with Michelle Flores Vryn, CFRE, a seasoned leader in nonprofit marketing and fundraising. With a career spanning across sectors like climate change and biodiversity, higher education and civic engagement, Michelle has driven impactful change by leading initiatives in major gifts, institutional giving, capital campaigns and digital fundraising.

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On this episode of the RKD Thinkers Podcast, we’re excited to sit down with Woodrow Rosenbaum, a prominent leader in the philanthropic sector and the Data and Insights Lead for GivingTuesday. Woodrow has been instrumental in shaping the global GivingTuesday movement, leading groundbreaking research and analysis on individual giving behaviors. His insights have significantly influenced how organizations engage with donors, transforming passive participants into active ambassadors for their causes.  

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Jane Flower is a youth outreach specialist at Guide Dogs for the Blind. Jane has worked in the nonprofit industry for more than two decades and uses her lived experience as a person with vision loss and her journey as a Guide Dogs for the Blind client to connect with young people going through a similar path. Her story is incredible and there is so much heart and passion behind why she does what she does.

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On this episode of the RKD Group: Thinkers Podcast, we’re excited to sit down with Steve MacLaughlin, an accomplished leader in nonprofit technology, serving as Vice President of Client Success at SJ Consulting and author of the book, “Data Driven Nonprofits.”

His thought leadership has been featured in publications like The Washington Post and The Chronicle of Philanthropy, and he’s a regular contributor to discussions on how data and innovation shape the future of fundraising. In addition to his industry roles, Steve teaches at Columbia University and has served on the board of NTEN, furthering his commitment to advancing nonprofit impact.

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On this episode of the RKD Group: Thinkers Podcast, we’re excited to sit down with Dana Snyder, a dynamic speaker, author, entrepreneur, and the mastermind behind cultivating passionate audiences for nonprofits. With a career that spans coast to coast, from New York to Los Angeles, Dana has worked with notable organizations like American Idol, Movember, and Dress for Success.

She’s dedicated to helping heart-driven nonprofit marketers build communities of recurring donors through her Grow Your List Ads Challenge and Monthly Giving Mastermind Program. Dana brings a fresh perspective on using storytelling and digital strategies to transform nonprofit fundraising and create lasting impact.

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We’re sitting down with Mallory Erickson, a seasoned executive coach, fundraising consultant and the founder of The Power Partners Formula™. With her expertise in empowering nonprofit leaders to raise more from their current donor base, Mallory brings a fresh perspective on leveraging data and emotional intelligence to drive impactful donor engagement.

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In this episode of the RKD Group: Chat podcast, Troy Vaughn discusses the challenges he faces as a leader, including burnout and the need for constant recalibration. He advises those considering a role in the nonprofit space to focus on the impact they can make on individual lives rather than seeking recognition.

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