Navigating Nonprofit Success in a Changing World

Paul Feith is the President of Paul Gregory Media, a mission-based digital marketing agency that offers services such as branding, marketing campaigns, social media management, SEO, advertising, and fundraising. Paul is a self-described computer and technology nerd who started his first entrepreneurial venture as the owner of Compu-Tech, a database programming company. After a long career in corporate America as a new media manager for various dot-com startups, he founded PGM.

Paul uses his passion for volunteering at mission-based organizations by sharing his expertise in technology and marketing at various nonprofit organizations, including serving on the boards for Habitat for Humanity of Illinois, Giving DuPage, The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, and Social Responsibility Chicago. He is also active with The Rotary Club of Naperville.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

[1:40] Nicki Anderson shares the concept and real-world impact of love-led leadership on organizational dynamics
[3:00] Chad Pedigo’s innovative approach to sheltering the homeless in times of crisis
[4:49] Rick Lochner discusses the transition from traditional charitable agencies to innovative social enterprises
[6:41] Dorri McWhorter talks about the importance of operating impact organizations with business principles for meaningful change
[7:50] Tim Frick explains how digital sustainability can align with an organization’s environmental, economic, and social goals

In this episode…

Nonprofit organizations face numerous challenges, including operational issues, changing compliance, workforce planning, and more. These difficulties make it challenging to navigate the nonprofit sector, often leading to failures for many organizations. What valuable lessons can you learn from leading industry experts to unlock a new era of nonprofit success?

Paul Feith, an online marketing veteran, and other renowned nonprofit leaders explore the interplay between love, leadership, and the mission-driven nature of nonprofit work. Listeners are afforded a unique opportunity to delve into the transformative potential of love-led leadership, innovative nonprofit business models, and the principles of digital sustainability that propel organizational missions forward. They candidly share the challenges they have encountered and the innovative solutions they have devised, highlighting the critical importance of adaptability, philanthropic effectiveness, and the broader impact of digital initiatives within the nonprofit sector.

In this special compilation episode of the Mission Matters Podcast, we revisit some of Paul Feith’s most memorable episodes. Featuring Nicki Anderson, Chad Pedigo, Rick Lochner, Dorri McWhorter, and Tim Frick, these experts share operational and leadership tips to thrive as a nonprofit.

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Quotable Moments:

“As nonprofits, we exist in the same marketplace as other businesses.”
“We exist in the same marketplace as other businesses. So why do we think we need to do things differently?”
“One out of seven typical community-based charity organizations are insolvent. They just don’t know it yet.”
“Digital sustainability is a process of incorporating environmental, economic, and social stewardship practices into digital products and services.”
“We can create impact, but we need to do that in a way that recognizes the same reasons businesses are successful.”

Action Steps:

Explore love-led leadership principles and integrate them into your management style: This approach fosters a compassionate and effective leadership culture.
Adopt a business-minded strategy for your nonprofit to maximize impact and ensure financial viability: It aligns nonprofit operations with successful business practices to better achieve mission goals.
Implement digital sustainability initiatives to amplify your nonprofit’s reach while being environmentally conscious: It ensures responsible stewardship of digital resources, mirroring broader sustainability goals.
Consider transforming your nonprofit into a social enterprise for robust fiscal health: This paves the way for innovative funding and operational strategies, securing the organization’s future.
Stay abreast of changing donor trends to engage with new generations of supporters effectively: Understanding these shifts can lead to more targeted and successful fundraising efforts.

Sponsor for this episode…

Today’s episode is sponsored by Paul Gregory Media, an 18-year-old digital marketing agency in downtown Naperville, Illinois.

They are one of the few thousand Certified B Corporations worldwide, demonstrating PGM as a leader of a global movement to use business as a force for good, meeting high standards of accountability, transparency, and community involvement. They have been trusted by hundreds of organizations since 2006.

PGM is recognized as one of the top marketing agencies in the region, earning more awards than many of its competitors combined. They have the passion, commitment, and expertise to get it done.

To learn more about the services PGM offers or how they can support you with your marketing needs, visit www.paulgregorymedia.com or email them at [email protected].