134 - Risk Management with Gertha Jean

134 - Risk Management with Gertha Jean

Author: David Pisarek February 4, 2026 Duration: 35:30

Join host David Pisarek and risk strategist Gertha Jean for a powerful conversation on how non-profits can move from reacting to crises to becoming truly crisis-ready.


In this episode of the Non-Profit Digital Success Podcast, Gertha, CEO of OWIG Risk Management and a non-profit founder, shares practical strategies to help organizations identify risks early, strengthen digital and operational resilience, and protect donor trust when unexpected challenges arise.


Discover the keys to:

  • Building simple crisis readiness plans your team can follow under pressure.
  • Reducing cyber, reputational, and funding risks before they escalate.
  • Using communication, training, and leadership to strengthen long-term resilience.


Whether you’re leading a growing non-profit or safeguarding an established organization, this episode delivers clear, actionable insights to help you protect your mission and lead with confidence in uncertain times.


Tune in to “Risk Management with Gertha Jean” to strengthen your organization’s preparedness and build lasting trust with the communities you serve.


For anyone running a non-profit, the digital landscape can feel like a maze of expensive tools and shifting best practices. Non-Profit Digital Success cuts through that noise, offering practical, actionable conversations for organizations aiming to make a bigger impact without a corporate budget. Host David Pisarek brings a clear-eyed focus to the specific challenges NPOs face, moving beyond theory to discuss what actually works. Every other week, this podcast delivers focused discussions on crafting effective digital strategies, from foundational web design and development to the nuanced details of digital marketing and communications. The dialogue is grounded in the reality that every dollar and every hour counts. Alongside his own insights, David regularly brings other knowledgeable voices into the conversation-practitioners and thinkers who are actively helping non-profits deliver greater value to their communities. Each episode is built around a deep dive into a single topic, ensuring listeners walk away with a solid understanding they can apply directly to their own work. If your mission-driven work needs a stronger online presence, this is the podcast for turning digital potential into tangible success.
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