The Shared Brain Podcast

The Shared Brain Podcast is produced by Global Philanthropic Canada, a group of Canadian consultants delivering professional and accessible fundraising counsel. We’re forward-thinking experts working alongside hundreds of Canada’s most impactful organizations making a difference in our communities. We want to move the conversation forward about philanthropy in Canada, sharing best practices, client success stories and more. Join in the fun! Let's Elevate Mission Together.

Le balado Shared Brain est produit par Global Philanthropic Canada. Nous sommes des experts avant-gardistes canadiens qui travaillent conjointement avec des centaines d’organisations canadiennes les plus influentes qui font une différence au sein de nos communautés. On célèbre la philanthropie en mettant en lumière divers organismes et personnes inspirantes à travers le Canada, on partage des conseils et des exemples de réussite pour inspirer votre organisation et on s’amuse en apprenant ! Nous travaillons ensemble au service de votre mission.

Guest

Kirsten Koppang Telford

An award-winning strategist and entrepreneur for over 20 years, Kirsten has helped governments and communities around the world innovate, increase community engagement, improve access to services, address sustainability, and respond more effectively to emergencies. In 2012, Kirsten co-founded ePACT Network, an innovative emergency management SaaS platform used by over a million families and thousands of municipal recreation providers, camps, sports teams, and youth programs across North America, to manage health and emergency information. After exiting ePACT, in 2023, Kirsten became CEO of The Forum, a national charity that helps 2000+ women entrepreneurs each year start and scale their businesses, through education, mentorship and access to capital. In 2025 Kirsten was named to Vancouver Magazine's Power 50 List, recognizing the impact The Forum is making on the community.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kktelford/

Guest appearance on:

The 3 Cs of Fundraising: Culture, Capacity and Competency