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PIWORLD Investor PodcastsLPeC: Exploring listed private capital - resilience and opportunity. Part 2 of 2. July 2022Listed private capital gives all investors access to high-performing private equity and credit investments — funds of ready-made diversified portfolios of interesting and well managed private companies in exciting growth sectors such as technology enablement and health and wellbeing and at the forefront in ESG investing. As the fund shares are listed, investors have liquidity in what would otherwise be a medium to long-term investment.
In this, the second of a two-part series we explore the listed private capital opportunity with leading managers who will explain and discuss the investment case and the opportunities presented by their individual investment strategies.
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2022-07-131h 06PIWORLD Investor PodcastsLPeC: Exploring listed private capital - resilience and opportunity. Part 1 of 2. July 2022Listed private capital gives all investors access to high-performing private equity and credit investments — funds of ready-made diversified portfolios of interesting and well managed private companies in exciting growth sectors such as technology enablement and health and wellbeing and at the forefront in ESG investing. As the fund shares are listed, investors have liquidity in what would otherwise be a medium to long-term investment.
In this, the first of a two-part series we explore the listed private capital opportunity with leading managers who will explain and discuss the investment case and the opportunities presented by their individual investment strategies.
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Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Effective Governance What Works Best with Megan Motto January 10, 2022This episode: we talk with Megan Motto, CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia about Effective Governance. Encompassing everything from culture, to board meetings, to ethics, an organization that is aligned with a strong governance system has a higher rate of success. Our conversation with Megan hits the high points of what to look for to have a better governance system and what red flags may point to the need for a governance review. How does your organization keep its governance structure strong? Share a comment!
2022-01-1018 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Association Meeting Professionals -- From Tactics to Strategy January 3, 2022This episode: It's the first episode of the New Year and we have an in-depth conversation about the need for Association Meeting Professionals to be included in strategy. While many of us might consider Meeting Professionals to be "the folks that get the coffee to the breaks" they do much more than feed us onsite. Their contributions are key to the success of the organization in fulfilling its mission. What do you think? Are Meeting Professionals tacticians or strategists? Share a comment! And don't forget to subscribe - you don't want to miss an episode!
2022-01-0318 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship with Nyasha Gwatidzo December 27 2021This episode: Social entrepreneurship is becoming an alternative to "big government" solutions to social issues in our communities. Rather than government handling everything, inspired individuals see people in need in their communities and find a way to help. Our guest, Nyasha Gwatidzo, describes herself as a "serial social-preneur" -- she has created several organizations to help children in her community and is also a mentor to up and coming social-preneurs. Learn more about this method for making our planet a better place to live by listening to this introduction to social entrepreneurship. What do you think of this approach...
2021-12-2716 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Preferred Futures with Cheryl Ronk December 20, 2021This episode: How often do you think about the future? Planning is key to being prepared, but how do you prepare to plan? The Preferred Futures Approach takes environmental scanning to the next level. If you are not familiar with this approach to planning, you will learn a lot in this conversation with Cheryl Ronk, an executive search consultant who uses preferred futures in helping organizations find their future leaders. Whether or not you are a fan of T.H. White's "The Once and Future King," you will enjoy this wide-ranging discussion about helping Boards lead their organizations forward. W...
2021-12-2017 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: A Look Back at Conferences in 2021 with Paul Miller December 13, 2021This episode: The last two years have been, shall we say, "different" when it comes to conferences and in-person events. Associations found a way to cope and move forward, especially in 2021. As we near the end of the year and look to 2022, we talk with conference expert Paul Miller about conferences in 2021, what we did to adapt and move forward, and what 2022 has in store for us as we apply all the lessons we learned together. What learning is your organization taking forward in 2022? Share a comment!
2021-12-1319 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Must Know Technology Trends with Miguel Neves December 6, 2021This episode: We talk with technology expert Miguel Neves about technology trends and how these are impacting the way we work, interact, and connect. Miguel gives us his expert view on how 2020 changed our lives in 2021, what we learned about ourselves, and what we are taking forward with us into the new year. The most important thing about this conversation? Miguel talked about people, not hardware or software. In your opinion, what was the biggest impact from a life driven by technology last year and this year? What did you learn about yourself and others? Share a comment!
2021-12-0620 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Impact of M&A on Trade Associations with Leann Shepp November 29, 2021This episode: We talk with guest Leann Shepp of the American Bankers Association about the impact of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) on Trade Associations and the communities they serve. Not only does it impact the number of members a trade association has, it impacts the daily life of people in their neighborhoods. Why? M&A can create food deserts, pharmacy deserts, and even service deserts (looking for an ATM? You may not find one). Leann shares her insights and gives advice on how associations can respond to industry M&A through collaborations with other organizations with similar interests and...
2021-11-2918 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: What Associations Can Learn from Government Relations with Kevin Cuff November 22, 2021This episode: What Associations Can Learn from Government Relations! Returning guest Kevin Cuff, a former association executive currently working for the people of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, shares what he has learned from his experiences working in government relations. He discusses associations' impact on policy, public affairs, and how associations continue to have a role in educating the public and decision makers at every level of government. What do you think? Do you agree with Kevin? Share a comment!
2021-11-2222 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: How a CSE Built Board Relationships with Sharon Kneebone November 8, 2021This episode: One of the most important jobs a Chief Staff Executive (CSE) does is partner with their Board of Directors. When you are new to the job and the organization, what steps can you take to help your Board move in the right direction? Our guest Sharon Kneebone, CAE, FASAE, Executive Director of the National Society of Histotechnology (NSH) shares her experiences working with a variety of Boards and how she helped the NSH Board move towards their goals and adapt to a changing world. What challenges have you seen working with nonprofit boards? Share a comment!
2021-11-0820 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Diversity Programs with Wendy Toyama November 1, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Nonprofit Conversations." One of our regular guests, Wendy Toyama, shares her experiences and insights on Diversity Programs within the nonprofit world. Wendy is a past member of the ASAE Diversity Committee and continues her work on Diversity programs as an Executive Director. It can't be a "one and done" approach; there needs to be long-term commitment to a dynamic program that is responsive to the world in which we live. This will make some people uncomfortable but if we want to grow we must leave our comfort zones...
2021-11-0117 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Optimizing your Technology Ecosystem with Moira Edwards October 25, 2021This episode: I talk with Moira Edwards, President of Ellipsis Partners, about the scanning, planning, implementing, and evaluating of nonprofit organization technology systems. Are you delighting your members? Can your staff easily accomplish what they need to do to serve members? What is your "tech debt"? Moira walks us through the questions we should ask and boosts our confidence in keeping our technology ecosystem healthy and balanced. Yes you can keep your technology humming along! What do you think? Share a comment.
2021-10-2519 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: CSE and Board Relations with Charity Quick October 18, 2021This episode: The partnership between the Chief Staff Executive (CSE) and the Board is key to the success of the organization. How these partners handle crises, unexpected shifts, and potential threats tests their relationship. We talk with Charity Quick, a CSE who had to shift from a totally in-person meeting to a HYBRID meeting in just 45 days. She shares how she communicated with the Board and how their mutual support created a successful event. How would you handle a situation like this? Share a comment!
2021-10-1820 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations: Mindfulness in Daily Practice with Fern Carbonell October 11, 2021This episode: Our regular guest, Fern Carbonell, Wellness Coach, joins us to discuss Mindfulness in Daily Practice. She defines mindfulness, how to fit it in your day, and shares tips for including it in your daily life. Fern also announces a new way to connect with her and a fellow wellness coach! Do you practice mindfulness? Share your comments!
2021-10-1120 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Meetings and Events Post-COVID 19 with Kimberly Stansell October 4, 2021This episode: We welcome back Kimberly Stansell, Meetings and Events Expert, to discuss the long-term changes to in-person meetings. What will change? What will stay the same? Will we revert back to "pre-covid" practices? We discuss these questions and more in this important conversation for all nonprofits as we face the future. What do you think? Share a comment!
2021-10-0420 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: International Chapters with Sanja Kecic September 20, 2021This episode: We talk with guest Sanja Kecic, founder and Immediate Past President of the ISACA Belgrade (Serbia) Chapter. Sanja discusses the benefits of forming an international chapter of a US-based association, and the challenges of chapter leadership and encouraging engagement. If your association is considering international chapters -- or already has them -- this is an Essential Episode! Watch and let us know what you think. Share a comment, a question, or an idea.
2021-09-2018 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Wit & Wisdom of Mary Flavelle Marlow 97.5 Radio Host September 13, 2021This episode: We talk with Mary Flavelle, Radio Host of Marlow FM 97.5 broadcast from Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England. Marlow 97.5 is a completely volunteer-managed nonprofit organization and was created as a service to the people of Marlow. When we invited Mary to join us, our conversation was going to be about building community through development and delivery of quality content. However, we received the gift of this delightful and insightful conversation with a person that inspires us all to help others while pursuing our dreams. Let us know what inspired you or made you think from this fabulous conversation! Share a comment.
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Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Chapter Relations | A CSE's Perspective with Kevin Mayeux August 30, 2021This episode: We talk with guest Kevin Mayeux, Chief Staff Executive (CSE) of NAIFA about the importance of strong relationships with Chapters. Whether your program has state or local (or Both!) chapters can be a staunch and reliable partner in promoting and supporting the association's mission. We discuss why CSE's should value chapters, ways to deliver great service, and how to get through those sometimes tense times that any relationship can face. What do you think? Share a comment!
2021-08-3018 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Aligning Digital Events with Sponsorships August 23, 2021This episode: A topic so big we bring you an expanded episode! Our guests Bruce Rosenthal and Mary Beth Micucci, both experts in Sponsorships and Corporate Partnerships, talk with us about Digital Events and how to best integrate what your sponsors want and need. Go "beyond the logo" with this in-depth discussion of finding the sweet spot between income and partnership. What do you think? Share a comment!
2021-08-2329 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Update on Volunteering Post Pandemic with Paul Reddish August 16, 2021This episode: We welcome back Paul Reddish, CEO of Volunteering Matters, a UK-based organization supporting volunteers and volunteer programs. Paul shares his experiences and what he has learned working with volunteers during the pandemic. We discuss how volunteering shifted during the pandemic, how technology influenced and changed volunteering, and the ongoing spirit of people helping people. Most importantly, we discuss what lessons will be carried forward once the pandemic is behind us. Let us know what you think; share a comment!
2021-08-1617 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Lockdown Lessons for Association Membership with Lia Zegeye August 9, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. This episode: We talk with Lia Zegeye of the American Bus Association (ABA) about the lessons they learned during the pandemic lockdown of 2020. ABA learned that changing what is offered and how it is delivered is key to responding to a crisis situation, but they also learned about the resilience of their members in the face of a situation that could have destroyed their industry. Share your thoughts and comments about what you saw and...
2021-08-0919 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Intelligent Automation and Creativity with Bryant Richards & Mike Jacka August 2, 2021It's the first day of August so we kick off the last month of summer with a Super-Sized episode! We talk with Bryant Richards and Mike Jacka about the intersection of Intelligent Automation and Creativity, what it means to be a Citizen Developer, and the ongoing impact of The Fourth Industrial Revolution -- plus tips on implementing creativity, dealing with failure, and building a space where you say "why not?" instead of "we can't." Let us know your thoughts - share a comment!
2021-08-0231 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Respecting your CSE Predecessor with Victoria Elliott July 26, 2021This episode: Part 2 of Respecting Your Predecessor. This week, we look at this topic from the perspective of a Chief Staff Executive with our guest Victoria Elliott, Chief Executive Officer, Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association. She has served in several Chief Staff Executive roles in both stand alone and AMC environments. Her experiences offer great advice and useful insights into navigating the top job and the legacy of your predecessor. Let us know what you think! Share a comment.
2021-07-2618 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Importance of Rest with Midlife Wellness Coach Fern Carbonell July 12, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. We talk with regular contributor Fern Carbonell, Midlife Wellness Coach at love nurture bloom, about the Importance of Rest. If you ever use the phrase "my mind is going 100 miles a minute" your brain is probably getting tired! Fern shares tips on making time for your mind and body to rest and heal so that you can be your best and feel your best. Rest is important to our quality of life. Take a few...
2021-07-1217 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Association Mergers and Acquisitions with MIchael Butera July 5, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. We talk with association governance expert Michael Butera of Association ActiVision (and Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting Expert Partner) about the difference between mergers and acquisitions and how associations can use his Five Phase Approach when considering a merger. With so many smaller associations hard hit by the lockdown last year, your organization might be considering a merger to streamline operations or better leverage resources; this helpful discussion will clarify the issue for you, your Board...
2021-07-0515 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: CyberStory | CyberSecurity Insurance with Sanjay Deo June 28, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. Today's installment of our regular CyberStory series welcomes back frequent guest and contributor Sanjay Deo of 24by7 Security to discuss CyberSecurity Insurance. With the rise of hackers and an increase of ransomware incidents, your organization might be considering getting this type of insurance. Sanjay breaks it down and outlines what we should look for in CyberSecurity Insurance, and Cecilia reminds the audience that protecting your data is the best defense against hackers. Let us know your thoughts...
2021-06-2815 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Board Leadership with Lesedi Lesetedi June 21, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. Today we talk with Lesedi Lesetedi, Deputy Vice Chancellor at Botswana Open University, about the key aspects of Board Leadership. And she is not just sharing theory: Lesedi is an active volunteer leader and has learned from her own experiences. She shares her thoughts and insights on the connection between governance and organizational structure, the roles of the Board v. the staff, Board etiquette, and being a responsible and prepared Board member. These are just...
2021-06-2126 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Future of Meetings and Events with Patrick Bontinck of Visit Brussels June 14, 2021This episode: As COVID-19 vaccines become more widespread and lockdown regulations continue to be removed, we are all getting excited about traveling again. For the nonprofit community, this is especially exciting because so much of what we do is about face to face connecting at meetings and events. Imagine if one of your in-person meetings could be held in the lovely and historic city of Brussels, Belgium. Our guest Patrick Bontinck of Visit Brussels (https://visit.brussels/en) talks about how the city managed during lockdown, his thoughts on late 2021 and 2022 activities, and why he loves this beautiful and...
2021-06-1418 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Programs with Linda Devonish-Mills June 7, 2021In this episode we talk with guest Linda Devonish-Mills about the importance of strong Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) programs. This can seem like a daunting task but Linda breaks down the steps for creating or growing your organization's DEI program. We go over the conversations that are needed among stakeholders, making a plan, and then acting on the plan. This is a hot topic that shouldn't be one. Why? Because this should be business as usual.
2021-06-0719 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: IAAPA's Pandemic Recovery Journey with Reno Deschaine May 31 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations." Today, we talk with guest Reno Deschaine of IAAPA The Global Association of the Attractions Industry about how they handled the pandemic lockdowns. With a global membership that spans museums, amusement parks, zoos, water parks, and all the other fun places we like to go when we have time off, learn how they supported their members when they could not open due to lockdown restrictions. The most inspiring part of the story is how their members responded to the lockdown using imagination and creativity to repurpose...
2021-05-3116 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Invisible Enemy - Ransomware and Hackers with Sanjay Deo May 24, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations." We have a serious conversation with our regular guest Sanjay Deo of 24 by 7 security regarding Ransomware and Hackers: The Invisible Enemy. Utilities and health care systems are recent victims of this crime that is an attack on how we live, work, and care for each other. Keep your life and work safe: Back up, get insurance, and strengthen your security access. We talk about playing offense and defense when it comes to your personal and organizational cyber security (who doesn't love a good sports analogy?). Listen...
2021-05-2420 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Carepoints on the Member Journey with Joy Duling May 17, 2021It's our 100th Episode! To celebrate we invited Joy Duling of The Joy of Membership to be our guest because for all nonprofits, Members and Stakeholders are the core of what we do. The individual Member Experience must be addressed for future success. We discussed the Member Journey and the Carepoints along the way. Joy shares the meaning of the acronym CARE which drives the Member Journey and how to identify the CARE points for individuals. As a gift to celebrate our 100th episode, Joy shared her member journey care points list. Download it at her website thejoyofmembership.com/25...
2021-05-1720 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Conference Roadmap to Recovery with Paul Miller and Bruce Rosenthal May 10, 2021We talk with Bruce Rosenthal and Paul Miller, 2 of the 3 authors of the report "The Conference Roadmap to Recovery." (Chris Gloede also co-authored.) Bruce and Paul share some of their findings and their insights about how the data can be applied to event and conference decision making for 2021 and 2022. We talk about "The Once and Future Meeting" because we were already doing hybrid events, even if we didn't realize it. Do your members believe they "must" go back to in person meetings or do they "want" to go back? Use these insights and the data to consider this and...
2021-05-1020 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Integrated Strategies for Marketing New Products with Cathy Lada May 3, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations." Today we talk with our guest Cathy Lada, DSc, Senior Director of Marketing at HRCI about Integrated Strategies for Marketing New Products. This is a dense and layered topic but Cathy makes it accessible and understandable. Bring in marketing from Day One is the first step. Want to know the next step? Then tune in to this fascinating and rich discussion.
2021-05-0317 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Digital Transformation with Winnie Subramaniam April 26, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. In this episode we talk with digital expert Winnie Subramaniam, Founder & Digital Marketing Strategist, Anvy Labs (A full-service digital agency -- learn more at their website anvylabs.com). Winnie takes us "broad and deep" on the major areas of digital activity and how doing it well can transform your organization! If you're wondering "will she be back?" Yes, she will.
2021-04-2620 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Air Travel During COVID-19 April 19, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" presented by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. This time, we have a frank discussion about the current state of air travel framed within the recent international experience of our co-host Agnes Amos-Coleman. We talk about how training needs to be consistent, communication must be strong, and geez, could you give your customers something to eat when they have been sitting for 10 hours?? Everyone is affected by the current restrictions and the lack of aircraft available when things go wrong. Travel is important to us...
2021-04-1919 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Meditation for Professionals with Fern Carbonell April 12 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. Today, we talk with regular guest contributor Fern Carbonell, Wellness Coach, about the benefits of meditation and breathing exercises. You may have heard the saying "Stop and take a breath;" Fern explains WHY you need to breathe mindfully and with intention. She shares tips for finding time during the day to calm the mind and she even shares her favorite mantra! Take a moment of calm for yourself and enjoy this lovely conversation.
2021-04-1214 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Anniversary Episode! April 8, 2021It's Thursday April 8 and that means it's time for a SPECIAL EDITION of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia Nonprofit Conversations! It's our 2nd Anniversary and 3rd Season! We've added a special introduction to this episode about the secret to our success and why "Chatting" continues to inspire, motivate, and at times amuse :) Thanks for watching and we look forward to many more episodes. Agnes & Cecilia
2021-04-0915 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Nonprofit Organization Real Estate Post Pandemic with Sandy Weiss April 5, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. Today, we talked with guest Sandy Weiss of Summit Commercial Real Estate about what the workplace might look like post pandemic. She shares her advice on re-negotiating leases, what to ask landlords to do for you (and what they are already doing to make it safer to return to the office), and if you should find another group to take over your lease. What is the market like now? What will it look like later...
2021-04-0517 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Sound Natural Reading a Script & Other Podcast Tips Serena Gay March 29, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. Today, we talk with entrepreneur and Podcast Expert Serena Gay of Made4u Podcasts. She shares tips on how to sound natural on a podcast, managing your content, and ways to keep your vocal cords limber. We also discuss podcast stats: did you know most podcasts don't last more than 6 episodes? Serena shares how many active podcasts there are in the world and how you can make yours one that lasts. Get her free download "The Ultimate Podcast...
2021-03-2921 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Intelligent Automation and Organizational Success Bryant Richards March 15, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia | Nonprofit Conversations brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. Today, we talked with Bryant Richards, Director of the Center for Intelligent Process Automation at Nichols College. When it comes to Intelligent Automation of processes, the focus needs to be on strategy and how your organization will implement automated processes. What will you save (money, time)? What will be different? What will your staff need to succeed? Bryant digs in beyond the "clickety click" and the "thinkety think" in this intriguing and fun conversation.
2021-03-1518 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: How BWU Helps the Community with Connie King March 8, 2021t's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia-Nonprofit Conversations" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. Today, we talk with Connie King, Director of Professional Development at Baldwin-Wallace University about how the University supports the members of the community they serve. Connie shares their response to pandemic pressures and the expansion of their online certificate program to help those in their community who need new skills for the changing economy.
2021-03-0818 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Blueprint for Governance with Kevin Cuff March 1, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. Today, we talk with guest Kevin Cuff about the importance of a Governance system that supports the mission AND is responsive to the events around our organizations. The pandemic greatly influenced the systems we use for decision making, leadership, and staff management. As Kevin points out, it is a "Crisis Reflection Point." Listen to this conversation that speaks to the moment.
2021-03-0118 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The CAE Exam - So You Failed Now What? with guest Nikole Roulhac February 24, 2021It's a special Wednesday episode of Chatting! Today we talk with our guest Nikole Roulhac about the CAE Journey and how sometimes it's a longer journey than expected. She shares her experiences, advice, and message of hope for those who take the CAE exam more than once. If you already have the CAE or you are considering any professional certification, this episode will inspire you! If you are an ASAE member, join Nikoles' Collaborate group for those who take the CAE Exam more than once: So I Failed Now What?. Find it by searching Collaborate Communities.
2021-02-2417 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Passwords - Your Online Security Tool with Sanjay Deo February 22, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. In our regular CyberStory series we explore Passwords and how to use them to protect your life from hackers. Our featured guest Sanjay Deo of 24by7 Security shares his easy to use and practical tips for password development and management -- along with some startling data about how fast your password can be hacked! Are you hackable? Are your passwords up to the challenge of today's virtual world? Listen to this episode and find out! And in...
2021-02-2216 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Simplifying International Adoption with Genevieve Jacobi February 15, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. Today we shed light on the issues of International Adoption and the increasing complications that bureaucrats in governments around the world are adding. We call for a return to compassion in supporting people who want to create families. Our guest Genevieve Jacobi of A Family in Bloom Adoption Agency gives us the inside view of a process that has become needlessly painful. This episode supports our co-host Agnes Amos-Coleman in her efforts to complete her own family. Watch. Share. Speak...
2021-02-1515 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Creativity & Organizational Success with Mike Jacka February 8, 2021Today's episode: we talk with Creativity expert Mike Jacka, Chief Creative Pilot, Flying Pig Audit, Consulting, and Training Services (FPACTS). He explains the company name in the conversation! Creativity is key to success in any endeavor and part of being creative is being brave enough to fail. Mike discusses the time and resource investment required for creative work. We also talk about our favorite creative icons -- listen and find out who we look to for inspiration!
2021-02-0817 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Strategic Approach to Digital Events with Mary Beth Micucci February 1, 2021It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" presented by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. Today, we talk with Mary Beth Micucci, Engagement Director, beedance, about the importance of strategy driving the planning of digital events. This nonprofit conversation includes suggestions for keeping people engaged, decreasing Zoom fatigue (what an easy tip!), and the future of hybrid events (spoiler alert: it's bright!). Take your event to the next level with advice from a Digital Event expert.
2021-02-0120 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: CyberStory #1 Phishing with Sanjay Deo January 25, 2021This is the first installment of our new series CyberStory featuring cybersecurity expert Sanjay Deo of 24by7 Security. Today's topic is the very serious issue of Phishing. It may sound like it's not a big deal but as Sanjay points out, Phishing is now weaponized; hackers destroy lives using it. He shares scary examples of what can happen when you click what seems like a benign link. But we also share very easy things you can do to protect yourself in the cyber world. Watch this educational segment and build your cyber confidence.
2021-01-2517 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: 2021 Governance Outlook with MIchael Butera January 18, 2021Today's episode: our theme for January is the Year Ahead. Our guest Michael Butera of Association ActiVision & Rogue Tulips Network Member shares his expert insight on Governance in the 21st Century. What are we doing well? What do we need to adapt? What should we STOP?? This conversation will get you thinking about WHY are you doing what you are doing?
2021-01-1818 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Wellness for Midlife Women with Fern Carbonell January 11, 2021Today's episode: As part of our January Theme of the Year Ahead, we talked with guest Fern Carbonell, Wellness Coach, about Wellness for Midlife Women. Self-care is an important aspect of living and Fern shares her tips, advice and insights on taking care of yourself during that sometimes uncomfortable midlife transition. Even though our focus is women, we talk about how men can also take better care of themselves. Resolve to listen to your body -- but listen to this fun conversation first!
2021-01-1115 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: 2021 Policy Outlook with Pete Sepp January 4, 2021It's not just Monday -- It's 2021! We are kicking off our new year of Nonprofit Conversations with Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union (NTU). We discuss how nonprofits will be affected by legislation and regulations, specifically PPP and ERTC, and what the new Biden Administration might do for nonprofits. Could the 990 form be expanded even more in the next few years? Join us for a great overview about what to watch in the Policy area this year! http://bit.ly/Chatting2021Policy
2021-01-0416 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: A Day in the Life of Ransomware with Sanjay Deo December 21 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia! Today we conclude our three-part series on CyberSecurity with a serious discussion of Ransomware. EVERYONE and EVERY ORGANIZATION can be a victim of this dangerous and costly cyber attack. It's not how much money you have or how big your organization is: it's all about how strong your online security is. Sanjay Deo of 24by7 Security outlines "A Day in the Life of Ransomware" and what happens if you pay -- and what happens if you don't. Find out how and why hackers commit this heinous online crime.
2020-12-2119 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: CyberSeries Part 2 | Public WiFi with Sanjay DeoThis episode: we continue our CyberSecurity Series featuring Sanjay Deo of 24by7 Security. In Part 1 we discussed Phishing and how we can be more aware of this tactic for gaining access to our data. In Part 2 (this episode!) we talk about using Public WiFi and how it can be cyber-dangerous. Is the person next to you a hacker surfing the WiFi at your favorite coffee shop? Or are they just working? You can't tell because there is no "look" for hackers. But you can be prepared with a VPN, virus software, and using your computer's built in protections. Don't...
2020-12-1420 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Virtual Event Data -- Engage Members and Sponsors with Rob Miller November 30, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia brought to you by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. This week, we talk with Rob Miller of Gravitate Solutions about Virtual Event Data: Engage Members and Sponsors. Rob discusses how the Virtual Event environment provides a wealth of data to share with sponsors; this helps nonprofits identify value and what is getting sponsors noticed. Most importantly, it provides insight into the member experience! It gives nonprofits what they need to to know to help members get the most out of their engagement with the organization. During the conversation, we...
2020-11-3016 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Create Impactful C-Suite Relationships with Margie Bastolla November 16, 2020This episode: We talk with our guest Margie Bastolla of Margie Bastolla Facilitations about what it takes to Create Impactful Relationships with the C-Suite and beyond! Margie discusses the importance of Trust, Mutual Respect, Common Goals, and Healthy Interdependency. (Yes there is such a thing!) Great discussion and full of learning that you can immediately apply in your own professional life.
2020-11-1617 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Technology as a Pandemic Business Driver Sanja Kecic November 9 2020Today's episode: we talk with Sanja Kecic (pronounced KAY-keech), an IT Consultant and founding member/Chapter President for the ISACA Belgrade (Serbia) Chapter. Sanja shares her insights on Technology as a Business Driver during the Pandemic for all organization types. It's especially key for membership organizations as a connector of people and delivery mechanism for services. She reminds us to be aware of the personal data we share and to protect our organizational data. Join us for another fun international chat that again demonstrates we have more in common than we don't.
2020-11-0919 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: COVID-19 Opportunities and Challenges with Lesedi Lesetedi November 2, 2020This episode: We discuss the opportunities and challenges in managing life during the COVID-19 pandemic and how we live in the 21st Century. Our guest Lesedi Lesetedi, Deputy Vice Chancellor of Corporate Services, Botswana Open University, shares her insights and optimism about our learning during the pandemic and how it helps us face the challenges. She also brings a volunteer nonprofit leadership perspective due to her work as a member of the Global Advocacy Committee at the Institute of Internal Auditors (IAA), an international association with over 180,000 members. Lesedi is the former International Secretary of IAA's Executive Committee and...
2020-11-0218 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Governance Post-COVID-19 with Charity Quick October 26, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia, presented by Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting. Today, we discuss Governance Post-Pandemic with Charity Quick, Executive Director of the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES). Charity was interviewed, hired, and on-boarded during the pandemic which means ENTIRELY VIRTUAL PROCESS. Since joining BMES, she has not met the Board members in person or held an in person board meeting. Much of the conversation centers on re-imagining your organization across all domains! We discuss assessing risk, finding opportunities, and taking action. Join us for another energetic conversation about the influence of the pandemic...
2020-10-2618 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The New Sponsorship Model with Bruce Rosenthal & Chris Gloede October 19 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia." Today we talk with Bruce Rosenthal of Bruce Rosenthal Associates (and member of the Rogue Tulips Network) and Chris Gloede of Ricochet. These two thought leaders partnered on THE paper about sponsorship and corporate partnerships in the Virtual Era. We discussed the challenges, opportunities, and the ethics of data collection in the virtual realm and how these intersect to provide unique and valuable member experiences. It's not bad for the sponsors either! Listen and see why this paper should be downloaded. Get your copy here https://bit.ly...
2020-10-1918 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Delivering Exceptional Value in Uncertain TImes with Lucy Brazier October 12, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia." Today we speak with our guest Lucy Brazier, CEO of Marcham Publishing and Publisher of "Executive Secretary" magazine about delivering exceptional value in uncertain times. Just by working more effectively with administrative professional staff, one organization increased productivity by 28%! Lucy discusses identifying where you should spend your time -- and where you should delegate -- which improves team performance and increases the value you deliver to all your stakeholders. Marcham Publishing offers courses and magazines for administrative professionals AND a 50% discount for those working in the nonprofit area...
2020-10-1217 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: What will Events Look Like Post-Pandemic? with Kimberly Stansell October 5, 2020Today's episode: We talk with guest Kimberly Stansell, CMP, of Strategic Planning Partners about what Events and Meetings will look like after the pandemic. Kimberly's overall conclusion is that how it ends will dictate how things evolve in the future. But in the meantime, she has tips for dealing with the pandemic and shares best practices for meeting planners. Want to know what else she shared? Listen!
2020-10-0517 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Special Edition regarding the new report "Nonprofit Organizations React to the COVID-19 Pandemic" September 23, 2020It's a special edition of "Chatting" with guest host Michael Butera of the Rogue Tulips Network! Today Cecilia Sepp, CAE is joined by Michael to discuss Rogue Tulips' new report "Nonprofit Organizations React to the COVID-19 Pandemic." They discuss what the data revealed, new questions about the future, and celebrated the second anniversary of Rogue Tulips Consulting! Download the paper at roguetulips.com/resources.
2020-09-2320 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: A Strategic Approach to Volunteering During a Pandemic with Paul Reddish September 21, 2020Today's Episode: A Strategic Approach to Volunteering During a Pandemic with our guest Paul Reddish, CEO of Volunteering Matters, a UK-based organization. We are also joined by Barbara Regnier, Volunteer Manager for their program Independent Visitors. We get a view of the big picture, UK-wide situation from Paul and the project based view from Barbara. Volunteers give the gift of time, and in the UK pre-pandemic there were about 13 million volunteers across the country. While the pandemic has been a driver for volunteering during lock-down, is there really an increase? Or does it just seem that way? And if...
2020-09-2118 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: CyberSecurity is a Strategic Priority with Sanjay Deo September 14, 2020Today's episode: CyberSecurity is a priority but in today's world of (sometimes) forced Virtual Work due to the pandemic, we need to heighten our awareness of this issue. Security starts with awareness (said Agnes) so we invited Sanjay Deo, cybersecurity expert and CEO of 24by7security to share his thoughts on this topic. Did you know you can buy cybersecurity insurance? Or that 3,000 ransomware incidents happen EVERY DAY? Which is why you should have cybersecurity insurance in the first place! Learn more during this fun and insightful conversation!
2020-09-1419 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Managing Stakeholder Relationships with Theo Harris August 31 2020Guest Theo Harris, nonprofit expert & entrepreneur based in the United Kingdom, shares her insights into managing multiple stakeholder groups and finding balance between their different needs and expectations. She shares tips on how to redirect funder energy and create additional positive outcomes for all. Theo also shares advice on maintaining your own happiness and how that can make others happy too! Great conversation for the last week of summer.
2020-08-3118 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Membership Engagement in Tough Times with Katherine Vaillaincourt August 17 2020Today's episode: Join us for a far reaching discussion on Membership Engagement in Tough Times with Katherine Vaillaincourt, National Director/President of the Association of Administrative Professionals (AAP). AAP is based in Ontario and has 9 branches throughout Canada. During this challenging period, AAP has invested in technology, developed new strategy, created a Re-Brand, and re-positioned the perception of their profession. AAP is also part of an international network of similar organizations that supports each other's efforts. Katherine has wonderful ideas and an infectious energy. Get some inspiration and listen to this episode!
2020-08-1719 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Leading Post-COVID-19 with guest Kevin Mayeux August 10, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia brought to you by Rogue Tulips Consulting. Your hosts Agnes Amos-Coleman and Cecilia Sepp welcome guest Kevin Mayeux, CEO of NAIFA. Kevin shares his view on how the way Associations Do Business has changed and the importance of being nimble. So much of our interactions at associations is in person that filling that need for connection is the top concern of most organizations. NAIFA has responded by providing virtual networking and programming, but the big question we discuss is: Has Kevin's mindset as a leader changed? ANd YES h...
2020-08-1018 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Freedom to Move with Guest Wendy Toyama, CAE July 27, 2020Our guest, Wendy Toyama, CAE, recently moved from one Executive Director position to another. While the arrangements were made pre-pandemic, the on-boarding happened POST pandemic. What was it like moving from one Chief Staff Executive position to another completely virtually? And what was it like to move from a stand-alone association to an association management company -- also virtually? Join us for this episode that shares a positive message about the potential that is still all around us, and get Wendy's tips on working with a new Board virtually and managing virtual Board meetings!
2020-07-2717 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Freedom to Choose - Mission or Vision? With Michael Butera July 20, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia." Today's episode: Freedom to Choose! Mission or Vision? With our guest Michael Butera, a member of the Rogue Tulips Network and Governance expert!, we discuss Mission and Vision. Is one better than the other? Are they mutually exclusive? Or, are they integrally connected? Is Mission WHY? Is Vision HOW? OR is reversed? Should you have a Visionary Mission? Learn the answers to these and other questions -- watch!
2020-07-2017 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Freedom from PreConceptions - Corporate Partnerships with Bruce Rosenthal July 13, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" presented by Rogue Tulips Consulting. Today we launch our July "Freedom To" series inspired by the US holiday of Independence Day. Today we talk with Bruce Rosenthal, Corporate Partnership expert and Rogue Tulips Consultant, talks about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the aftermath of lock-downs and conference cancellations. He also discusses the myriad opportunities this opens up for all nonprofit organizations in rethinking their Corporate Partnerships, including them in strategic planning, and taking the time to find out what Corporate Partners REALLY want. And did Cecilia...
2020-07-1317 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Cutting Through the Noise with Aaron Castelo, CAE June 29, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with our hosts Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today we discuss Cutting Through the Noise with our regular Guest Aaron Castelo, CAE (and long-time friend and colleague) whom returns for his occasional series on Government Relations in 2020. In this episode Aaron shares some tips on managing government relations messaging when it doesn't necessarily have to do with the Pandemic. When should you release statements? Should you release a statement? Is data you have collected still relevant? What are some ways to continue to advocate wh...
2020-06-2918 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: A+ Communications for C-Suite Professionals with Ed Barks June 22 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with your hosts Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today's Episode: Our guest Ed Barks, President of Barks Communications (long time friend and colleague of our hosts!) discusses communications "must knows" for C-Suite Executives as well as how they can help their staffs handle situations where clear messaging is a must. We also get a sneak preview of Ed's new book that comes out on July 7, 2020!! Learn all about Ed's book and how to get a copy at www.barkscomm.com.
2020-06-2218 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: No Burnout Required! June 15, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" brought to you by Rogue Tulips LLC with Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Did I ever think I could laugh about Burnout? Not until I had this conversation with our guest Beth Sperber Richie, Licensed Psychologist, Trauma specialist, and Principal at Fermata Consulting. Beth shares her insights about what contributes to burnout, why people in the nonprofit world are challenged with burnout, how leaders can identify burnout in their teams and what they can do about it (Beth shares specific signs of burnout so...
2020-06-1617 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Building Trust in Collaborative Fundraising June 8, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with our co-hosts Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Cecilia was quoted as saying, "The only time society advances is when people work together." This applies across the board in all human endeavor and in today's episode, our Guest Kimberley Jutze, Chief Change Architect at Shifting Patterns, LLC, uses her experience in organizational development and management to discuss how to improve fundraising through better relationships based on trust. Kimberley reminds us that the most important building block of all organizations is the strength of relationships. Y...
2020-06-0816 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Executive Transitions and Writing Your Next Chapter June 1, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" brought to you by Rogue Tulips LLC! Join Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP, Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP and our guest June Kress for a discussion of "Executive Transitions." Executive Transitions consultant and Coach June Kress joins us on her birthday to discuss writing your next chapter, how she wrote hers, the difference between consulting and coaching, and her initial views on coaching (they aren't what you might think!) She shares her inspiring story with us and how it can inspire you to write your own next chapter. And why...
2020-06-0117 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Leading with Compassion with Dr. Solomon Arase May 21, 2020Today we are pleased and honored to bring you a Special Edition of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia": Leading with Compassion, with our guest, Dr. Solomon Arase. Dr. Arase is a scholar, attorney, mentor, leader, and security consultant specializing in the area of law enforcement leadership. During his tenure as the Inspector-General of Police for the country of Nigeria (a large and complex system of over 400,000 officers) he developed and implemented a plan to improve the performance of police officers and improve their relationships with the people they serve. But he went further: he helped them improve as individuals through e...
2020-05-2130 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Get along with Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere! with our guest Arnold Sanow, Author, Facilitator, & SpeakerToday's Episode: Get along with anyone, any time, any where! While this is always important, in our current pandemic lockdown, building connections in a virtual world is on all of our minds. Plus, the pandemic WILL end and then what will you do when you actually have to be in the same room with other people again?? Our guest Arnold Sanow, author, facilitator, and speaker shares his insights into getting along with everyone no matter the situation. And, if you listen to this episode, he shares at the end how to get a FREE copy of his book that...
2020-05-1818 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: CAE Candidates Speak! May 11, 2020Today's Episode: CAE Candidates Speak! Our guests Eileen Arnold-Ley, Terry Dowdy, and Divya Parikh discuss their CAE studies, their motivations for earning the designation, and balancing all of this while working. This episode features members of the CAE study group mentored by "Chatting" host Cecilia Sepp and we couldn't be more excited to have them!
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2020-05-1118 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Restoring Your Organization's Health with Elisa Pratt, CAE May 4, 2020It's Monday! Time for another Episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today, we talk about Restoring Your Organization's Health with our guest (and Fellow Rogue Tulip Consultant!) Elisa Brewer Pratt, CAE. While this may be on your mind now due to the pandemic, Elisa shares why you should always be taking your organization's temperature and the important questions to ask in an organizational health assessment. She also discusses her three steps for healthy organizations: Assess, Evolve, Recover.
2020-05-0417 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The CAE Journey April 27, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with hosts Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today's episode: We are SO excited to have talked with Donté P. Shannon, CAE, about his personal CAE journey. Why? Because in addition to serving as the CEO at Association of Equipment Management Professionals, and a senior executive at AMPED Association Management, he is also the current Chair of the CAE Commission! Hear his take on how the CAE fueled his career, and why he waited to earn it. We also discuss how many times we took t...
2020-04-2717 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Crisis Ahead! with Guest Edward Segal, CAE April 20, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today's Episode: Crisis Communications expert and former Association CEO Edward Segal, CAE discusses his new book "Crisis Ahead: 101 Ways to Prepare for and Bounce Back from Disasters, Scandals and Other Emergencies." Learn the 10 Reasons you NEED a Crisis Plan BEFORE something happens! We discuss timing, "no comment", and who should be the lead spokesperson. We also include an interlude where we thought we were paused . . . what did we say when we thought we weren't being recorded? Only way t...
2020-04-2016 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Myth of Hard and Soft Skills with Michael Butera April 6, 2020Today's episode: The Myth of Hard and Soft Skills with our regular guest (and Rogue Tulips Network member!) Michael Butera. See the Work Ecology Triangle, hear Michael's take on integrating skills in both people and organizations, and we even use the word Dryad! What's your favorite (or maybe least favorite?) work myth? Share it with us in our comments section. We also want to share hear MIchael's closing thought, a quote from Civil Rights Leader Martin Luther King, Jr.: "Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what...
2020-04-0717 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Looking Forward 2020 & the COVID-19 Study March 30, 2020Looking Forward and the COVID-19 Study: Today's Episode: Nikki Haton and Meg Whedbee of Association Laboratory share early insights into the Looking Forward 2020 Environmental Scan and preview the COVID-19 Study on the impact of the virus crisis on the association community. Learn about the Association Laboratory Research Alliance and the benefits for your organization!
2020-03-3017 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Building Board Capacity March 23, 2020It's Monday! Time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today's Episode: Building Board Capacity with Michael A. Butera! Michael shares his insights on how building capacity leads to improved Board performance and more successful Mission Fulfillment. He shares his thoughts on what falls in the "build capacity" category for Boards and why it's important. We discuss why creating a team at the Board should supplant personal agendas and the fact that building a team is hard work that pays off in the end. We also discuss our...
2020-03-2316 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Elections & Strategy Development with Aaron Castelo, CAE March 16, 2020Today's episode: Elections and Strategy Development! We continue our 2020 series on federal and state legislative activity since it's an Election year. Our regular guest Aaron Castelo, CAE shares the "Big Three" you need to do this year -- and every year -- to develop and implement successful strategy. And we only mention COVID-19 once ;)
2020-03-1617 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingChatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Dynamic and Productive Boards with Guest Michael Butera March 9, 2020It's Monday - time for another episode of "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" with hosts Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA,CMP and Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP. Today's episode: Presented without bells and whistles due to a MAJOR computer malfunction! But we saved the file and are pleased to share "Dynamic & Productive Boards" with our guest Michael A. Butera. He quotes Darwin and Mark Twain and weaves them into his own unique knowledge of Boards and helping them be the best they can be. And we all agree that Boards should have lots of training every year!
2020-03-0918 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: What the Federal Government Can Learn from Associations March 2, 2020Today's Episode: we discuss what the US Federal Government Can Learn from Associations. Say what?? That's right. We talk about what the nonprofit community does right and what it continues to work on and how this can be applied to the federal government. All politics may be local, but good process and policies are universal.
2020-03-0218 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Telecommuting - Benefits for Associations February 24, 2020Today's episode: We discuss Telecommuting (again!) and its benefits for associations. We also discuss the ASAE Associations Now Daily article on a government agency and its cancellation of telecommuting because SOMEONE doesn't know how to be a leader and instead threw a temper tantrum. Telecommuting has benefits for productivity, risk management, and for saving the planet. Share your comments with us!
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2020-02-2418 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: International Associations May 6, 2019On today's episode of Chatting with Agnes and Cecilia, we discuss International Associations and their similarities to US organizations.
2020-02-2015 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Gender and Leadership with guest Cathy Pales April 29, 2019Each week we discuss topics related to 501c organizations. This episode: Gender and Leadership with our special guest Cathy Smalley Pales, EdD, of Take A Breath Coaching.
2020-02-2017 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Transforming Business Part 3 Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control April 22, 2019In which we end our 3 part series discussing Agnes' Book "Transforming Business with Godly Governance." The book is available exclusively at Amazon.com in Kindle and hard copy editions.
2020-02-2013 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Transforming Business Part 2: Forebearance, Kindness, Goodness April 15, 2019In which Agnes and Cecilia discuss Forebearance, Kindness, and Goodness (section 2 of "Transforming Business with Godly Governance." And it's Kurt Vonnegut whom wrote "Catch 22."
2020-02-2014 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Transforming Business Part 1 Love, Joy, Peace April 8, 2019In our inaugural episode, we discuss Agnes Amos-Coleman's book, "Transforming Business With Godly Governance: Nine Characteristics for Workplace Success." This is part 1 of a three-part series.
2020-02-2015 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia with guest Aaron Castelo: Clarifying c3, c4, and c6 Advocacy Activities Feb 17 2020Rogue Tulips presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia Clarifying Advocacy Activities Feb 17 2020
Today's Topic: Clarifying Advocacy Activities for 501c3, 501c4 and 501c6 Organizations with our guest Aaron Castelo, CAE. In this episode we discuss the opportunities and limitations for 501c organizations when it comes to advocacy and lobbying. We also discuss its impact on organizational culture and member engagement. And we discuss the meaning of Otolaryngology and give a shout out to these outstanding physicians! We are also on VIDEO Pocast! Check us out on YouTube: http://bit.ly/ChattingAdvocacy
2020-02-1720 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips Presents "Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia" The Value of Government Relations February 3, 2020The Value of Government Relations. We bring back Aaron Castelo, CAE, to discuss this important topic. It's especially vital during an election year as local, state, and national outcomes will affect planning and strategy for 501c organizations. We discuss the role of Boards as leaders, how grassroots impacts the value, and agreeing on the definition of success to name a few things. Find out what else we talk about -- and Cecilia's big OOPS! -- on this episode. #governmentrelations #value #roguetulips #consulting #professionaldevelopment
2020-02-0317 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Communicating with the Board January 20, 2020Today's Episode: Communicating with the Board. Inspired by thread in an ASAE Collaborate community, we discuss when, how, what, and how often you should communicate with your Board. We suggest what you can use to create a template AND how to personalize your Board members' experience by letting them pick which tool they want to use for updates (e.g., video, email, attachments). Since today is the holiday we remember Martin Luther King, Jr., we briefly discuss his life and legacy.
2020-01-2917 minRadio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC Presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: The Keys to Professional Confidence January 6, 2020Today's Episode: The Keys to Professional Confidence! Join us and our guest Cathy Pales, Executive Leadership Coach, for an excellent conversation about starting the New Year off with what it takes to be authentic and take action! Cathy shares resources, Agnes shares her executive experience from her global perspective, and Cecilia discusses the risks of being your authentic self. Cecilia also gives a shout out to her brother Jeff in Tulsa OK. We address the questions of why women are socialized differently and what we can do to change it.
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Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRogue Tulips LLC presents Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia: Do Grassroots Matter? January 13, 2020Today's episode: Do Grassroots Matter? Join us and our guest Aaron Castelo, CAE, as we discuss member engagement and its impact on legislative outcomes. Ever wonder what the difference between grassroots, grasstops, and astroturf is? Aaron explains it here! We also discuss grassroots in other countries. Find out how we answered this vital question for associations!
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