Episodes

Events are an important piece of fundraising for an organization. It also takes a lot of work to create an event that donors want to participate in. The fundraising strategy you use for your organization (and whether or not you choose an event) depends on what goals you have for your organization. Also the type […]

Today we are talking to Adam and Melissa from DipJar. DipJar is a unique product that helps organizations raise money at a specific location. It replaces the cash box and gives donors a positive experience that inspires them to contribute more. This is one tool that your organization can employ to collect donations when guests

Today we are talking about sponsorships, partnerships, and developing relationships with businesses. This can be uncomfortable for beginning nonprofits, but working with the business community is important to both the businesses and the nonprofits. In this episode, we talk about how to find partners, how to determine if a partnership is working, and the legal

We are speaking to Jay Yelas, executive director of the CAST for Kids Project. This episode is about relationship building with donors. Organizations that treat their donor like human beings who want to cause a positive change in the world are organizations that have the most success in building long-term relationships with their donors. Jay

Today we are talking about storytelling. The reason I wanted to start the entire series here is because donors are not checks, they are real relationships. And organizations that treat their donors as real human beings have ten times the success with fundraising. When you treat donors as a relationship, they are happy to share

The Esoteric Philosophy and Podcast Essentials with Paul Tokgozoglu In this episode we interview Paul Tokgozuglu about Esoteric Philosophy and Podcast Essentials as a basis for our understanding. I have had the pleasure of conversing with Paul a bit over the last year and a half and love the energy and wisdom he brings.  Paul

LL#2 In this episode we show gratitude to those who haven taken care of us and are currently helping us accomplish our mission. This was an in depth live look at how we can reassess our current relationships in order to be successful  In order for us to reflect and learn how to improve we

This is the first of a new segment called, “Live Look”. These are episodes of my findings and discoveries the same day versus weekly drops. The Live Look episodes are an inside scoop of how processed the podcast interview or experiences in my life. Can’t wait to give y’all an inside scoop of what’s more

In this episode, We establish who The Winners Paradigm. 1. We define the definition of what the Winners Paradigm is. 1. We discuss what does your definition of success means. 1. I breakdown who I am and how I was able to overcome adversity to be serving you the message of how to calibrate your

I am exceptionally giddy today to be talking about a topic near and dear to my heart: calling a virtual or a hybrid event as a show director. With the continued prevalence and increase in virtual and hybrid events, a lot of event professionals have needed to learn virtual and hybrid technical production skills to

How is it going, friends? Welcome to another episode of “Events: demystified” where we aim to demystify the world of in-person, virtual, hybrid event production and technology by sharing insightful tips, tricks, strategies, and tactics that will help you plan and execute successful events of all types, formats, and sizes! In today’s episode, I have

During today’s episode we are honored to be joined by Mahoganey Jones, CMP, DES, HMCC – founder and CEO of Events Specialists, a Canadian turnkey event management and production company. Our conversation today focuses around hybrid event experiences, event metrics and KPIs, being prepared for the unexpected, holistic event budgets for hybrid productions, risk management,

The ever-growing concern about the environment and climate change has accelerated the demand for conscious consumerism and sustainable initiatives. However, for event professionals, creating green events can be quite a challenge at times. You want to offer a rich, personalized attendee experience while ensuring the event also meets your sustainability targets – a tough balance!

In today’s episode, you get the chance to meet Ike Singh Kehal of Social27, who’s passionate about Virtual Events that Make an Impact, and bringing the best part of in-person events to the virtual world for a greater reach, accessibility, flexibility, and insights than ever before. Ike is a fascinating entrepreneur that applies the lens

In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Miguel Neves, EventMB’s Editor-in-Chief who likes to describe himself as a “curious creator and caring curator of computerized content and a conscious connector of charismatic characters’. Miguel lives and breathes the event tech sector and is deeply engaged in the global online community of event professionals.

With me on the “Events: demystified” Podcast, I have Carey Smolensky, a Husband, Father, “Papa C” to his grandchildren, Dynamic Businessman, Event Producer, Multi-Faceted Entertainer, Author, Recording Artist, and Entrepreneur.  Author of Living Life with Passion and Helping Others, Carey has turned his book into an annual experience; The Passion Summit, as the next logical

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is a term used to describe policies and programs that promote the representation and participation of different groups of individuals, including people of different ages, races and ethnicities, abilities and disabilities, genders, religions, cultures, and sexual orientations. In today’s episode, I have Andrew Roby of Andrew Roby Events – a

Tune in this brand new episode of Events: demystified Podcast as your host, Anca Trifan, CMP, DES will be demystifying with her featured guest, Jazmyn Breanna – a passionate, skilled, and established live event producer and creative strategist with an early fascination for production and logistics, the following topics:  – some of the ways in

Ep. #46 – Young Men of Distinction is a mentorship organization for elementary through high school young men to prepare them for life after high school. Their motto is “Helping to Create Generational Wealth & Empowerment” Website: www.youngmenofdistinction.org Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ymod18 Instagram: @youngmenofdistinction19 Youtube Channel: (1) Young Men of Distinction – YouTube The State of

Ep. #45 – Mississippi Center for Re-Entry (MS Reentry), formerly known as Mississippi Justice Center; was founded by Cynetra Freeman, who faced a 3 year minimum mandatory sentence for Trafficking Heron (Heroin) in 2010. While incarcerated, she helped her public defender fight her case and on top of that, she lost her job, home, car

Ep. #44 – With over 20 years of experience as a public relations practitioner in the public sector, Jill has managed communication projects from every aspect of the nonprofit industry—from grassroots organizations and professional associations to higher education and the Federal government.  This multi-faceted experience has positioned Jill as an expert in cause-related marketing and

Ep. #53 – Yannick Formbor is the founder of Blossom Youth, an organization dedicated to promoting education for youth through sports/basketball in Africa. Yannick is from Douala, one of the biggest metropolitan areas in Cameroon (Central Africa). He was discovered playing ball while in a basketball camp called Basketball Without Borders.  Soon after the camp

Ep. #52 – Robert Bass is running for Sheriff for Montgomery County Maryland.  Through hard work and perseverance, Rob Bass became an All-American Linebacker and earned the opportunity to play in the NFL.  After time with the Packers and the Bears, he left the game to become Player Development Director for The Miami Dolphins. The

Ep. #51 – Have you prepared for Giving Tuesday 2021? Don’t worry if you haven’t. It’s November 30th this year and if you’re listening to this before Thanksgiving, you’ve still got time. But you’ll need to hurry! Michael Dozier is a Nonprofit expert with years of experience in Nonprofit Consulting. Erecia Williams is a Graphic

Ep. #50 – Erecia (E-ree-KUH) Williams is the founder of a graphic web design agency that specializes in the design and development of websites and branding. She’s worked with major companies like Covergirl, Morgan Stanley, Campbell Soup and SiriusXM. Through her agency, she and her team become an important part of their clients by understanding

In 2017 at age 27, Azurae was 5 months pregnant with a 10-month-old baby when she became a widow. Realizing there was a niche for young, Black widows and widowers who were underserved, she started a new 501(c)3 nonprofit in 2020. ​Young, Black & Widowed Inc. is a progressive nonprofit, plus podcast, which connects Black Millennials & Generation Z

Ep. #48 – Adrian Devezin is the Founder and Executive Director of Empowr. Through Empowr he creates a school-to-career pipeline for Black youth, by teaching in-demand and high-paying tech career skills, which helps to build Black wealth and uplift the Black community. Empowr is looking for volunteers! Through this organization, you’ll help them create the

Ep. #47 – Proactive Patient Advocacy, Inc.’s (PPA) main focus is the senior community at large. Oftentimes, seniors may feel they are overlooked, misunderstood, and are not being heard. PPA is here to fill that gap. While seniors are their main focus, they will assist anyone in the community that needs their help or services. 

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