Big Problems Need Big Solutions: Finding the Courage to Take Risks and Make a Bigger Impact

Big Problems Need Big Solutions: Finding the Courage to Take Risks and Make a Bigger Impact

Author: Amy Milne July 13, 2023 Duration: 41:23
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Michael Braithwaite, CEO of Blue Door, a non-profit that provides lifesaving support to children, youth, men, women, and families at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Michael's career and passion for the non-profit sector began at age 12 when he was voluntold by his mom to volunteer at the YMCA for the summer. That kicked off a 20+ year career with the YMCA which led to an Executive Director position at 360°kids (formerly kno...

Amy Milne hosts Real Talk for the Non-Profit Event Pro, a space dedicated to the unique challenges of planning events that drive mission and revenue. This isn't about surface-level tips; it's a frank conversation about what actually works when the pressure is on. Every episode pairs Amy with a seasoned guest to unpack the complexities of sponsorship strategies, the nuances of peer-to-peer fundraising, and the often-overlooked logistical details that make or break an experience. You'll hear honest stories from the field-both successes and hard-learned lessons-that provide a real-world education. The focus is always on creating events that resonate deeply with communities, inspire lasting engagement, and ultimately raise more funds for the cause. Whether you're navigating marketing on a tight budget or trying to secure that major sponsor, this podcast offers grounded advice and practical insights. Tune in for those candid discussions that cut through the noise, giving you the tools and confidence to produce meaningful, epic events. It’s the essential resource for anyone who believes their nonprofit’s events should matter as much as the mission they support.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 62

Real Talk for the Non-Profit Event Pro
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The Power of Peer-to-Peer Events and Why They're Here to Stay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:40
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Brian Carney, CEO of Blue Sea Foundation. The vision at Blue Sea is a more generous world where charities thrive and Brian is an incredibly passionate advoc…
Happy New Year! Kicking Off Season Two! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:33
Send a text Happy New Year! One year ago, this podcast was simply an idea so believe us when we say we are beyond excited to bring you another year of amazing guests doing what they do best to change the world one day at…
Year End Round-Up: Thoughts, Inspiration and Takeaways from 2023 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:27
Send a text In this episode, we're serving up a full plate of year-end goodness as we hear from some of our favourite guests from 2023. Your host, Amy Milne, kicks things off by sharing that her year had more cry than la…