In our final WellTold minisode of Tellwell: The Podcast, we introduce you to Bridgette Bitzegaio from DonorDock, a passionate advocate for nonprofit empowerment and innovation. Discover how Bridgette artfully bridges the worlds of music and data, and learn about her unique journey from music education to nonprofit leadership.

What You’ll Learn:
🎻 How Bridgette's nonprofit, Adapt Music, uses music enrichment to foster connections across all abilities
📈 The power of personalized donor communications and effective stewardship journeys
🤝 Insights into the Agile Stewardship Model that can transform nonprofit outreach

Exclusive Listener Bonus! Use the code PODCAST at checkout for “Back to Early Bird Pricing” for the WellTold Nonprofit Storytelling Conference! Secure your spot at WellToldConference.com today.

About Our Guest:
Bridgette Bitzegaio is a dedicated account manager and customer success specialist at DonorDock, where she leverages her experience as a nonprofit founder to connect with customers on a deeper level. Her passion for creating genuine connections through music and data makes her an invaluable resource for nonprofits aiming to enhance their donor relations.

📢 Join the Conversation!
🔗 DonorDock.com | LinkedIn: DonorDock

🎙️ Tellwell: The Podcast is your go-to source for nonprofit storytelling and marketing insights. Subscribe, share, and let's amplify stories that drive meaningful change!

In the latest minisode of Tellwell: The Podcast, Max connects with Patrick Kirby, a dynamic force in nonprofit fundraising and the mastermind behind Do Good Better Consulting. Get ready to dive deep into the art and science of relationship building, as Patrick unpacks the power of storytelling in the world of fundraising. Learn how fostering genuine connections can transform donors into lifelong champions of your cause.

What You’ll Learn:
🎯 How storytelling and regular communication can convert a typical donor into a fervent supporter
🤝 Patrick’s unique approach to consulting, emphasizing authentic connections and constant adaptability
💡 A special look at Patrick’s role and insights at the upcoming WellTold Nonprofit Storytelling Conference

Exclusive Listener Bonus! Use the code PODCAST at checkout to knock the price down to Early Bird pricing for WellTold! Secure your place at WellToldConference.com today.

About Our Guest:
Patrick Kirby is the founder of Do Good Better Consulting, where his mission is to assist nonprofits in raising funds by enhancing their storytelling and outreach strategies. Celebrating eight years of impact, Patrick’s enthusiasm and expertise make him a standout resource for any nonprofit professional seeking to amplify their fundraising efforts.

📢 Join the Conversation!
🔗 DoGoodBetterConsulting.com

🎙️ Tellwell: The Podcast is your hub for nonprofit storytelling and marketing insights. Subscribe today, share with your connections, and let's amplify stories that drive change!

Dive into the transformative world of storytelling! In this special minisode of Tellwell: The Podcast, Max sits down with Lisa Nelson-Haynes, Chief Programs Officer at StoryCorps, to explore the profound impact of narrative practice on personal growth and community empowerment. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Lisa's upcoming presentation at WellTold: A Nonprofit Storytelling Conference.

What You’ll Learn:
✨ The concept of storytelling as an evolving practice and its role in overcoming judgments and biases
✨ Lisa’s journey in storytelling and community engagement, spanning her impactful career
✨ An exclusive sneak peek into Lisa’s presentation for WellTold, focusing on ethical storytelling for nonprofits

Exclusive Listener Bonus! Use the code PODCAST at checkout for that will get you back to Early Bird pricing to WellTold! Secure your spot at WellToldConference.com today.

About Our Guest:
Lisa Nelson-Haynes is the Chief of Programming at StoryCorps, where she fosters the organization’s mission to preserve and share humanity’s stories in order to build connections between people and create a more just and compassionate world. Join Lisa at WellTold as she shares her expertise in crafting meaningful and impactful stories.

📢 Join the Conversation!
🔗 StoryCorps.org | Instagram: @storycorps

🎙️ Tellwell: The Podcast brings you the latest in nonprofit storytelling and marketing. Subscribe now, share with your circle, and let's tell stories that spark change!

Exciting times for nonprofit storytelling! In this episode of Tellwell the Podcast, Max sits down with Matt and Rob from DonorDock to talk about WellTold: The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference. Get an insider look into how DonorDock has revolutionized CRM solutions for nonprofits and how their passion for storytelling has fueled the success of their company.

What You’ll Learn:
✨ The journey behind DonorDock and their approach to nonprofit technology
✨ How WellTold is set to be unlike any other conference—equipping attendees with actionable storytelling tools and frameworks
✨ Insights into the innovative Agile Stewardship model set to transform donor engagement

Exclusive Listener Bonus! Use the code PODCAST at checkout for that will get you back to Early Bird pricing to WellTold! Secure your spot at WellToldConference.com today.

About Our Guests:
Matt and Rob are two driving forces behind DonorDock’s success. With a mission to simplify and enhance nonprofit operations, they are not just building software—they're building community. Join the DonorDock team at WellTold to learn firsthand how storytelling can catalyze change.

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🔗 DonorDock.com | LinkedIn: DonorDock

🎙️ Tellwell the Podcast is your go-to source for nonprofit branding, marketing, and storytelling insights. Subscribe, share with your network, and let's create change together!

Storytelling isn’t just compelling—it’s necessary for nonprofits. In this episode of Tellwell the Podcast, we’re joined by Jon McCoy of We Are For Good, a leading voice in nonprofit storytelling. As a keynote speaker at WellTold: The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference this April in Fargo, Jon shares how his Impact Arc framework helps organizations engage communities, amplify their mission, and make stories work smarter, not harder.

What You’ll Learn:
✨ Why storytelling is a nonprofit superpower in today’s digital landscape
✨ How to maximize content using the Impact Arc framework
✨ Strategies for repurposing stories and engaging audiences beyond a single event

Exclusive Listener Bonus! Use code PODCAST at checkout for Early Bird pricing to WellTold! Register at WellToldConference.com.

About Our Guest:
Jon McCoy is the co-founder of We Are For Good, a global nonprofit community and podcast with over 600 episodes and 600,000 downloads. His mission? Equipping changemakers with the tools to build lasting impact.

📢 Join the Conversation!
🔗 WeAreForGood.com | Instagram: @weareforgood | LinkedIn: We Are For Good

🎙️ Tellwell the Podcast explores nonprofit branding, marketing, and storytelling. Subscribe, leave a review, and let’s keep telling stories that create change!

In this episode of Tellwell the Podcast, we’re joined by John Lepp from Agents of Good, a passionate advocate for creative fundraising and storytelling.

John shares his journey from journalism and advertising to nonprofit direct mail fundraising and why art, vulnerability, and creativity are more essential than ever in nonprofit marketing. Plus, he gives a sneak peek into his upcoming session at WellTold: The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why creativity is a must for nonprofit storytelling
• The power of direct mail in a digital world
• How to find and own your nonprofit’s unique voice

Don’t Miss WellTold: The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference
April 24, 2024 | Fargo, ND & Virtual
🎟️ Use code PODCAST for special pricing!
🔗 Register at welltoldconference.com

Connect with John Lepp:

• Agents of Good: www.agentsofgood.org
• LinkedIn: John Lepp

About Tellwell Story Co.:
Tellwell Story Co. helps nonprofits and mission-driven brands share their stories through branding, video, and marketing. Learn more at wetellwell.com.

Can a bouquet of flowers change lives? In this special edition of Tellwell the Podcast, we sit down with Kelly Krenzel, Founder of Hope Blooms, to explore the power of upcycling, intentionality, and small acts of kindness that create lasting impact.

As part of our WellTold series—leading up to WellTold: The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference—Kelly shares how Hope Blooms repurposes donated flowers into meaningful bedside bouquets for those facing hardship, isolation, or loss, all with a simple but powerful message: You matter.

In This Episode:

• How Kelly’s love for seniors and storytelling turned into a movement
• The impact of giving new life to flowers once used for celebrations or farewells
• Why small moments of kindness create big change
• A preview of WellTold and how Hope Blooms is closing out the event

Join Us at WellTold!
Want to connect with nonprofit storytellers, marketers, and mission-driven organizations? Don’t miss WellTold: The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference on April 24th in Fargo or virtually. Use code PODCAST at checkout for an exclusive discount.

🎟️ Register here: welltoldconference.com

Get Involved with Hope Blooms:
Want to spread joy and be a Joy Maker? Donate flowers, volunteer, or support Hope Blooms at: hopeblooms.org

Welcome back, Storymakers! After an incredible first season filled with insights, laughter, and inspiration, we're back with a special miniseries dedicated to WellTold, the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference. In this episode, host Max sits down with WellTold Executive Producer Annie Wood to give you an inside look at this groundbreaking event designed to help nonprofits amplify their impact through powerful storytelling.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The vision behind WellTold and how it came to life ✅ A sneak peek at the incredible speaker lineup—including experts from StoryCorps, We Are For Good, Do Good Better, and more ✅ How this conference goes beyond inspiration—helping attendees turn ideas into action ✅ Unique experiences planned for the day, including a welcome party, interactive workshops, and the happiest happy hour ✅ The WellTold Community—an online space for ongoing learning and collaboration

Conference Details: April 24, 2025
Fargo, ND + Virtual Option Available
Early Bird Pricing—Use code PODCAST at WellToldConference.com to save

Are you a nonprofit leader, communicator, or mission-driven entrepreneur? This conference is designed for you. Join us for a day packed with insights, networking, and hands-on experiences that will help your organization craft compelling stories that drive impact.

Register now: WellToldConference.com
👉 Interested in sponsoring? Visit the website to learn more

Stay Connected with Tellwell Story Co.:
Website: wetellwell.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/wetellwell
Instagram: instagram.com/wetellwell
Facebook: facebook.com/wetellwell
Twitter: twitter.com/wetellwell
TikTok: tiktok.com/@wetellwell

Enjoy this episode? Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes looks at Well Told and inspiring conversations on nonprofit branding, marketing, video production, and storytelling.

When good work is well told, change becomes unstoppable. See you at WellTold!

In this episode of Tellwell the Podcast, hosts Duncan and Max sit down with Matt Oye, VP of Sales at Brandfolk and owner of Locals Love Us. They talk about the importance of strategic branding, the impact of promotional products, and how trust and personalization can make all the difference in marketing. Plus, Max shares a fascinating story of how a simple branded pen helped land a million-dollar client!

What You’ll Learn:

• How strategic promotional products go beyond slapping a logo on an item
• The evolution of Brandfolk and the transition from Promotional Solutions
• Why personalization and quality branding create stronger customer connections
• The role of trust and social proof in marketing (and how Locals Love Us helps businesses establish credibility)
• How small business owners and nonprofit leaders can leverage branding to build lasting relationships

Episode Highlights:
🎨 Branding Beyond the Basics – Matt shares how Brandfolk helps companies create high-quality, strategic promotional products that align with their core values and messaging.
✍️ The $1M Pen Story – Max tells the incredible journey of how a well-designed promotional pen helped attract and retain a high-value client.
🗳️ Locals Love Us & Community Trust – Matt explains how his company gathers real, local votes to showcase the most trusted businesses in Fargo-Moorhead.
💡 Leadership & Marketing Wisdom – Matt discusses his favorite leadership takeaways from Cy Wakeman and how small business owners can benefit from adopting a trust-first approach.

Resources & Links:
📌 Learn more about Brandfolk: https://brandfolk.com
📌 Check out Locals Love Us: https://localsloveus.com
📌 Vote for your favorite Fargo-Moorhead businesses: https://localsloveus.com/fargo

About Tellwell Story Co.:
Tellwell Story Co. is a creative marketing agency specializing in branding, video production, web design, and nonprofit marketing services. We help mission-driven organizations tell their stories through strategic and compelling content.
🌎 Visit us: https://wetellwell.com
📱 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetellwell
🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wetellwell

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🎙️ In this episode of Tellwell the Podcast, Max and Duncan sit down with Ashton Hauff, Strategy Director and Co-Founder of Good Kids, a design studio based in Bismarck, North Dakota. Ashton shares her journey from startup life at CoSchedule to leading one of the Midwest's most innovative branding studios.

🔑 Episode Highlights:

• The origin story of Good Kids and their rise as a branding powerhouse.
• Insights into building a successful creative studio, including finding the right team and defining a niche.
• Ashton’s approach to branding: how visuals and messaging combine to create powerful reputations.
• A behind-the-scenes look at case studies, including a rebranding project for North Dakota’s Teacher Support System.
• The DACI model for smoother client-agency collaboration.
• Advice for nonprofit leaders, small business owners, and creative entrepreneurs on fostering innovation, building trust, and working effectively with agencies.
• The value of mentorship and how a business coach can elevate your leadership and strategy.

💡 Takeaways for Storymakers:
Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, small business owner, or creative professional, Ashton’s insights into branding, client collaboration, and leadership will leave you inspired.

📩 Stay Connected with Good Kids:

• Website: Good Kids
• LinkedIn: Ashton Hauff
• Instagram: Good Kids Instagram

✨ Work with Tellwell:
Discover how Tellwell can help you craft your story through branding, video production, nonprofit marketing, and more. Visit: WeTellWell.com

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Thanks for tuning in—keep sharing your stories!