Episodes

  • E03: Sam Watts, Executive Director - Mission Bon Accueil
    Jan 23 2025

    In this episode:

    0:00 - Intro

    00:28 - Introduction to Welcome Hall Mission and the Nonprofit Sector

    01:34 - Mission and Approach to Service: Residential Stability

    02:47 - Lessons in Nonprofit Leadership and Management

    05:45 - Good Work Done Better - The Book and Its Insights

    10:48 - Principles for Improving Nonprofit Effectiveness

    18:38 - Building Key Relationships and Managing Donor Engagement

    20:20 - Building Trust and Reputation: Navigating Relationships with Politicians

    21:50 - Cultivating Donor Relationships: The Power of Regular, Small Investments in Relationships

    23:21 - Navigating Cultural Divides in Montreal

    23:46 - The Importance of Looking Beyond ImmediateChallenges

    25:52 - Conclusion and Wrap-Up: Closing Thoughts on Continuous Learning and Curiosity

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    27 mins
  • E02: Raquelle Forrester, Executive Director - Family Education Centre
    Jan 21 2025

    In this episode:

    0:00 - Intro: Exploring the Importance of Relationships in Nonprofit Work

    00:47 - Meet Raquelle Forrester: A Leader Passionate About Empowering Families

    00:57 - The Family Education Center: 50 Years of Community Support and Education

    01:26 - Modern Parenting in a Complex World: Addressing Social Media, Cyberbullying, and More

    01:56 - Who Do You Want Your Child to Be at 25?

    02:13 - Collaborating with Local Agencies to Strengthen Communities

    03:04 - Expanding Beyond Peel to Serve Families Across Canada

    04:04 - Innovative Programs for Every Family: Grandparenting, Family Futures, and Discovering Me

    06:05 - The Launch of the Effective Black Parenting Program

    07:54 - Stories of Transformation: Parents Becoming Educators and Community Leaders

    08:24 - Final Reflections: How Relationships and Support Transform Lives

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    13 mins
  • E01: Carol Neuman, Executive Director - ONE TO ONE Literacy Society
    Jan 21 2025

    In this episode:

    00:00 - Welcome to the Key Relationships Podcast

    00:19 - Carol’s Journey into Nonprofits

    01:14 - Landing the Executive Director Role

    01:42 - The Impact of Nonprofit Work

    03:23 - The Fundraising Landscape Today

    04:05 - The Power of Storytelling in Donor Relationships

    05:42 - Understanding Volunteer and Donor Motivations

    06:00 - Building Consistency in Donor Engagement

    07:50 - Advice for Younger Leaders

    09:47 - Wrapping Up and Reflections on Transforming Lives Through Literacy and Connection

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    14 mins