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Dana Lennon and Lori Nuckolls, co-chairs of the Subcommittee on Digital Technology Issues for Nonprofits, host an informative discussion on the use of digital assets in nonprofit organizations. Joined by subcommittee members Laura Angel Lalanne and John Bennett, alongside nonprofit leaders Kevin Scally and Zach Bronstein, they delve into different types of digital assets, their benefits for nonprofits, real-world applications, and the associated governance and legal considerations. The discussion includes practical advice on implementing digital asset strategies, addressing risk, ensuring transparency, and complying with emerging regulations and legislation.

Laura Angel-Lalanne is a Partner at Schulte Roth; John Bennett is a Senior Counsel at Simpson Thacher; Dana Lennon is the Director of Divisional Operations at Catholic Charities Community Services Archdiocese of New York; Lori Nuckols is a Public Policy Researcher; Zack Bronstein is Chief Operating Officer at Endaoment; and Kevin Scally is Deputy Chief Development Officer for Doctors without Border.

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01:24 Understanding Digital Assets for Nonprofits

03:31 Kevin Scaly on Doctors Without Borders

05:52 Zach Bronstein on Endaoment

12:16 Implementing Digital Asset Strategies

18:35 Board Approval and Policy Considerations

24:57 Nonprofit Security Measures and Asset Management

29:28 Donor Information and Anonymity

33:07 Governance and Legal Considerations

44:04 Advice for Nonprofits on Digital Assets