nonprofit board

Host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Erik Hanberg, a multifaceted author, media entrepreneur, and nonprofit expert, to delve into the world of nonprofit leadership and innovation. Erik, known for his insightful books designed to aid small nonprofits in fundraising, leadership, board governance, and marketing, shares his wealth of knowledge and experience in the sector.

The conversation explores Erik’s unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing small nonprofits today, drawing on his extensive background in running nonprofit organizations and his success as an author. Erik discusses the motivation behind his targeted book series for small nonprofits, providing listeners with actionable advice on enhancing their organizations’ impact through effective leadership, innovative fundraising strategies, and engaging board governance.

Listeners will also get a sneak peek into Erik’s latest initiatives, including his co-founding of Channel 253, a hyper-local podcast network that focuses on Tacoma. The discussion touches on the importance of community engagement, digital storytelling, and the evolving landscape of nonprofit communication.

Erik shares practical tips for individuals considering joining a nonprofit board, emphasizing the significance of understanding a board’s responsibilities and the relationship with the Executive Director. Through Erik’s expert insights, the episode illuminates the path to nonprofit success, offering inspiration and guidance for nonprofit leaders, board members, and volunteers alike.

This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone involved in or interested in the nonprofit sector, providing a deep dive into the strategies that can help small organizations thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Join us as Erik Hanberg leads the way in redefining what it means to lead, support, and innovate within the nonprofit world.

Learn more: https://erikhanberg.com/

Your nonprofit board is crucial to your event's success and to advancing your organization’s mission. Board members are the ones who provide you with guidance and advice and who bring money, connections, and other resources to the table. But managing that board and finding the right board members can be tricky.

We brought in special guest Mike Papi, founder of the OneGoat Foundation, to talk with the Handbid team about figuring out what types of people may be suitable for your Board and how they can help to make your event successful. The group talks about the strengths and woes of board members and offers a little advice if you’re already on a nonprofit Board.

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In today’s podcast Alyssa Gelbard shares the ins and outs of serving on a nonprofit board and how this work can fit into the larger arc of one’s career. 

Topics include:

• Why serving on a nonprofit board can not only do good, but also be good – for your own career development.
• How to prepare yourself to be an attractive nonprofit board candidate.
• What to expect when serving on a nonprofit board.