The Proimpact Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In Episode 110 of The Proimpact Podcast, Chris Strub, Content Marketing Manager for The Proimpact Project, steps into the host’s chair (sorry Greg!) for a special Season 1 wrap-up episode.

After producing nine insightful conversations with nonprofit leaders and changemakers, Chris reflects on the key lessons, standout moments, and recurring themes that defined the first season of The Proimpact Podcast. From ethical storytelling to staff retention, software selection, and the future of fundraising — this episode ties it all together and looks ahead to what’s next for Proimpact.

🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful recap of the ideas shaping a more modern, sustainable, and impactful nonprofit sector, and Subscribe here on YouTube to check out all the previous episodes.

👉 Connect with The Proimpact Project:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/proimpactproject
🌐 Website: https://proimpact.org
🎟️ Register for the ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In this special introductory episode, our founder and podcast host Greg Harrell-Edge shares the vision behind The Proimpact Podcast, what listeners can expect from upcoming episodes, and how modern executive directors can leverage insights from leaders across the nonprofit sector to stay future-ready.

Whether you’re an ED, aspiring leader, or nonprofit professional, start here to get a sense for what to expect before you binge-listen to your favorite episodes from Season 1 and beyond.

In this premiere episode of The Proimpact Podcast, we’re joined by Brynne Krispin, founder of Cause Fokus, who’s helping nonprofit Executive Directors raise more money by building trust — with donors, boards, and teams.

Brynne shares practical strategies to help leaders communicate more clearly, lead more effectively, and ultimately raise more support by creating a culture of transparency and alignment.

🎧 Whether you're a new ED or a seasoned nonprofit leader, this episode is packed with takeaways you can implement right away.

📅 New episodes of The Proimpact Podcast are recorded live on LinkedIn each Tuesday — join us live and be part of the conversation!

🔗 Learn more about The Proimpact Project: https://proimpact.org
👥 Follow us on LinkedIn:   / proimpactproject 
🎓 Register now for the Modern ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In Episode 109 of The Proimpact Podcast, host Greg Harrell-Edge, Founder of The Proimpact Project, is joined by Evan Wildstein of The Nonprofiteers for an honest conversation about one of the toughest challenges facing Executive Directors today: staff retention.

They dig into why turnover is so high in the nonprofit sector, how leaders can create cultures that retain great people, and practical strategies for keeping teams motivated, inspired, and committed for the long haul.

🎧 If you’re tired of the revolving door and want to build a stronger, more stable organization, this episode is for you.

👉 Connect with The Proimpact Project:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/proimpactproject

🌐 Website: https://proimpact.org

🎟️ Register for the ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In Episode 108 of The Proimpact Podcast, host Greg Harrell-Edge, Founder of The Proimpact Project, is joined by Mike Slaughter of Dataro and Mark Becker of Cathexis Partners for a deep dive into one of the biggest decisions nonprofit leaders face: how to choose the right software.

They explore the common pitfalls organizations make when buying new tools, how to cut through the noise of endless options, and practical strategies for making tech choices that actually support your mission and team.

🎧 Whether you’re evaluating CRMs, fundraising platforms, or data solutions, this conversation will help you approach software decisions with clarity and confidence.

👉 Connect with The Proimpact Project:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/proimpactproject
🌐 Website: https://proimpact.org
🎟️ Register for the ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In Episode 107 of The Proimpact Podcast, host Greg Harrell-Edge, Founder of The Proimpact Project, sits down with Amina Mohamed, Founder of Cameras For Girls, to explore the practice of ethical storytelling in the nonprofit sector.

They discuss how nonprofits can amplify voices without exploitation, the responsibility leaders carry when sharing stories of impact, and practical steps to shift from extractive narratives to empowering ones.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to tell stories that honor dignity, build trust, and drive real connection.

👉 Connect with The Proimpact Project:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/proimpactproject

🌐 Website: https://proimpact.org

🎟️ Register for the ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In Episode 106 of the Proimpact Podcast, host Greg Harrell-Edge, Founder of The Proimpact Project, sits down with Rhea Wong, fundraising expert and founder of Rhea Wong Consulting. Rhea brings her signature energy and practical wisdom to share how nonprofit leaders can level up their fundraising strategy, inspire donors, and build the confidence to ask for bigger gifts.

New episodes of the Proimpact Podcast are recorded live on LinkedIn every Tuesday — join us live to be part of the conversation!

Stay connected with The Proimpact Project:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/proimpactproject
🌐 Website: proimpact.org
🎟️ Register for the 2025 Proimpact ED Summit: proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

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In this episode of The Proimpact Podcast, we’re joined by Mitch Stein, Head of Strategy at Chariot, to explore one of the fastest-growing yet often misunderstood opportunities in philanthropy: Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs).

Mitch breaks down how nonprofits can create a winning DAF strategy, why these funds represent billions in untapped potential, and how your organization can start building relationships that unlock those dollars -- in advance of this year's DAF Day, which is coming up on October 9.

💡 Whether you’re brand new to DAFs or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers actionable steps to bring more resources to your mission.

📅 New episodes of The Proimpact Podcast are recorded live on LinkedIn each Tuesday — join us live and be part of the conversation!

🔗 Learn more about The Proimpact Project: https://proimpact.org
👥 Follow us on LinkedIn:   / proimpactproject 
🎓 Register now for the Modern ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In Episode 104 of The Proimpact Podcast, we welcome Tasha Van Vlack, founder of The Nonprofit Hive, for a deep dive into one of the most important — and misunderstood — elements of nonprofit leadership today: community building.

Tasha shares what real community looks like in practice, why it’s so often overlooked, and how Executive Directors can build meaningful connections that drive trust, innovation, and long-term impact.

🚨 This conversation is essential for nonprofit leaders who want to move beyond transactions and start cultivating true community around their work.

📅 New episodes of The Proimpact Podcast are recorded live on LinkedIn each Tuesday — join us live and be part of the conversation!

🔗 Learn more about The Proimpact Project: https://proimpact.org
👥 Follow us on LinkedIn:   / proimpactproject 
🎓 Register now for the Modern ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025

In this episode of The Proimpact Podcast, we welcome Mariya Yurukova, MBA & CFRE, the President & CEO of CharitySearchGroup.com, to dive deep into the dynamics of how to become an executive director in 2025, and what boards are looking for when selecting a new ED.

Mariya explains the leadership turnover crisis facing the nonprofit sector, and how you can best position yourself to become a leader at your organization.

🚨 This conversation is essential for Executive Directors and boards ready to lead with clarity in a rapidly changing world.

📅 New episodes of The Proimpact Podcast are recorded live on LinkedIn each Tuesday — join us live and be part of the conversation!

🔗 Learn more about The Proimpact Project: https://proimpact.org
👥 Follow us on LinkedIn:   / proimpactproject 
🎓 Register now for the Modern ED Summit: https://proimpact.org/ed-summit-2025