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Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & Fundraising
Welcome to the Lead with Heart Podcast, where the heartbeat of philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and fundraising resonates in every episode. I'm Haley, your host—a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, Certified EmC trainer, and, most importantly, a recovering nonprofit burnout survivor.
In this empowering space, we invite nonprofit professionals to amplify their voices and unveil the heart behind their missions.
Our mission is clear: to empower, elevate, and engage nonprofit leaders, fostering the growth of healthy, thriving organizations.
Join me and a lineup of inspiring guests as we delve into real stories of Philanthropy, Leadership, Courage, and Empathy. Together, we explore the strategies and practices employed by these remarkable leaders to heal from burnout, propel their missions forward, raise crucial funds, and ultimately, make a lasting impact in the nonprofit world.
Discover the unwavering commitment to making a difference, the resilience required to navigate the challenges of philanthropy, and the innovative approaches to leadership that drive positive change.
Whether you're a seasoned nonprofit professional or just starting your journey, the Lead with Heart Podcast is your go-to resource for insights, inspiration, and actionable strategies to enhance your leadership, elevate your organization, and amplify your impact on the world of philanthropy. Tune in and let the heartbeat of leadership guide your nonprofit journey.
Episodes
90 episodes
E89: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with Faith-Based Leadership with Elaine Lankford
On this episode, I am thrilled to welcome Elaine Lankford, a passionate advocate for Christian female entrepreneurs and a true champion of empowering women to pursue their God-sized dreams.Elaine is the founder of She Steps Forward Coach...
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Episode 89
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32:37
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E88: Transforming Fundraising through Principled Nonprofit Leadership with Andrew Olsen
Principled leadership is essential to nonprofit success—a belief strongly held by my guest, Andrew Olsen.Andrew helps nonprofit leaders increase impact through thriving organizational cultures that drive revenue growth. He's assisted ove...
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Episode 88
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45:07
E87: Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Radical Empathy, Trust & Vulnerability with Christy Pretzinger
I am thrilled to welcome Christy Pretzinger as my guest on this episode of Lead with Heart. Christy is the CEO and founder of WG Content - a company that has reshaped the healthcare content landscape through an inspiring approach centered on ki...
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Episode 87
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43:52
E86: The Transformative Power of Advocacy with Laura Bonnell
In this episode of Lead with Heart, I am joined by Laura Bonnell, the founder of The Bonnell Foundation and host of the Living with Cystic Fibrosis Podcast. Laura's journey into advocacy began when her mother's instincts clashed wit...
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Episode 86
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33:41
E85: The Value of Connection and Collaboration in Nonprofits with Britt Hogue
In this episode of Lead with Heart, we’re talking all about connection and collaboration with Britt Hogue - the founder of The Collective Good. With over 20 years of experience spanning the social, public, and private sectors, Britt...
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Episode 85
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32:22
E84: Empowering Nonprofit Teams Through Effective HR Practices with Tiffany Slater
This episode is all about navigating HR in the nonprofit sector. We’re discussing the importance of onboarding, building a supportive work culture, employee retention and more with Dr. Tiffany Slater.Tiffany is the founder and CEO of HR ...
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Episode 84
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42:57
E83: The Transformative Power of Philanthropy in Global Healthcare with Scott Marcello from African Mission Healthcare
In this episode, we're diving into the transformative power of philanthropy in global healthcare with Scott Marcello, president and board member of African Mission Healthcare (AMH). AMH is dedicated to strengthening health systems in underserve...
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Episode 83
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41:01
E82: Project Management for Nonprofits with Executive Consultant & PMP Instructor Tamara McLemore
On today’s episode of Lead with Heart, we are exploring all things project management and the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification with Tamara McLemore.Tamara is the powerhouse founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an ex...
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Episode 82
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37:54
E81: Practical Leadership Strategies: Self-Management, Maximising Productivity & Ethical Leadership with Christian Muntean
On today’s episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, we’re covering many of my favorite leadership topics with Christian Muntean - a consultant who has empowered business owners and executives to boost revenues by over $500 million while also hel...
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Episode 81
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45:24
E80: Empathy as a Superpower: The Journey to Aligned Living with David Waldas
If you find navigating the world as an empath exhausting, I’m thrilled to introduce this podcast’s guest, David Waldas.David is an inspiring leader and the visionary behind the aligned living system. His mission is to empower individual...
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Episode 80
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42:04
E79: Navigating Nonprofit Finances, Accounting & Tax Compliance with LaMichelle Hecht
Today’s episode is about all things nonprofit finance and accounting with LaMichelle Hecht. These are such important topics that a lot of people do not understand, which is why I wanted to bring this conversation to the podcast.LaMichell...
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Episode 79
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36:17
E78: The Role of Social Media in Fundraising with Brandon Peacock
On this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I’m chatting to someone truly inspiring - Brandon Peacock.Brandon is the founder of Hit The Ground Running - a charity that provides invaluable support to trauma survivors. After surviving ...
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Episode 78
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50:37
E77: Embracing Courage: Strategies for Overcoming Fear with Gina Gallaun
It’s time to stop letting fear hold you back and step boldly into your courage! That’s exactly what Gina Gallaun, the visionary founder of Waves & Words, has done. I’m thrilled to have her on the podcast.Gina played a pivotal role in bu...
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Episode 77
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32:56
E76: Revolutionizing Board Engagement & Fundraising in Nonprofits with Derik Timmerman
On today’s episode, I’m welcoming the dynamic and accomplished Derik Timmerman, founder of Sparrow Nonprofit Solutions - a nationwide consulting firm that empowers nonprofits to maximize their world-changing impact.Derik’s background includ...
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Episode 76
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41:03
E75: How to Create a Heart-Centered Coaching Business with Jason Moss
If you are curious about coaching as a business, today’s episode with Jason Moss is a must-listen. Jason is a multi-six-figure business coach who leads a community of over 20, 000 coaches online and has helped thousands of coaches grow their bu...
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Episode 75
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43:17
E74: Bridging the Gap Between Philanthropy and the Needs of Nonprofits with John Del Bello
I am very excited to welcome John Del Bello as the guest on this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast. John is a visionary entrepreneur with over 35 years of community involvement who is dedicated to revolutionizing philanthropy. John is...
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Episode 74
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44:15
E73: Navigating Culture Change in Your Nonprofit with Michael Randel
Today’s guest, Michael Randel, has a passion for creating the conditions necessary to grow effective organizations that make a sustained impact. As the founder of Randel Consulting Associates which was established in 2010, Michael has supported...
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Episode 73
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44:29
E72: Transforming Fundraising Through Authentic Donor Relationships with Lisa Greer
Today’s guest, Lisa Greer, is someone that I have admired throughout my fundraising career.As a successful businesswoman who experienced a financial windfall, she set out to make six and seven-figure charitable donations. Lisa was shocked b...
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Episode 72
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36:13
E71: The Power of Corporate Social Responsibility with Bea Boccalandro
My guest on this episode of Lead with Heart is Bea Boccalandro - a world-renowned advisor on corporate purpose, corporate social responsibility, and environmental, social, and governance initiatives. She is also the author of Do Good At...
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Episode 71
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44:41
E70: Creating Equal Opportunities in Tech with Ruthe Farmer, Founder of the Last Mile Education Fund
On today’s episode, I’m talking to Ruthe Farmer - the visionary founder and CEO of the Last Mile Education Fund. Last Mile is a nonprofit that is committed to addressing social mobility and tech diversity by investing in overlooked and unde...
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Episode 70
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36:15
E69: Leveraging Technology for Good with Christa Stelzmuller from Charity: Water
On today’s episode, I have the incredible honor of speaking with Christa Stelzmuller, the chief technology officer of Charity: Water. Since its inception in 2006, Charity: Water has been on a relentless mission to end the global water crisi...
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Episode 69
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37:00
E68: Unlocking a New Perspective on Philanthropy and Financing with Alix Lebec
On today’s episode, we’re talking all about philanthropy and financing with guest Alix Lebec - an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor who has spent the past two decades working across the finance and philanthropy ecosystem.Alix is the found...
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Episode 68
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42:33
E67: Incorporating AI in Nonprofit Strategic Planning with Michael Burns
We have an exciting guest on today’s episode - Michael Burns, the co-founder of StratSimple. StratSimple is a groundbreaking tech startup that leverages artificial intelligence to automate best practices for strategic planning and beyond. I...
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Episode 67
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34:26
E66: Using Emotional Intelligence to Become a Better Leader with Dr. Reggie Thomas
On this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I have the distinct pleasure of speaking with Dr. Reggie Thomas - a relationship guru, who passionately helps leaders cultivate healthy relationships in both their professional and personal lives....
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Episode 66
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35:41
E65: Empowering Youth Through Sports with CJ Stewart from the L.E.A.D. Center for Youth
On this episode of Lead with Heart, I have the honor of speaking with CJ Stewart, a former Chicago Cubs outfielder and the visionary co-founder of the L.E.A.D. Center for Youth in Atlanta.Through the transformative power of baseball and...
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Episode 65
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45:15