330: Tech Tools, Clean Data & Less Chaos with Roz Zavras

Technology is woven into every part of your nonprofit—but is it actually working for you? In this episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership, host Sarah Olivieri sits down with nonprofit tech and operations expert Roz Zavras to talk about how to clean up your data, simplify your systems, and use the right tools to move your mission forward. From bad password habits to donor communications and AI, Roz shares practical insights that will help your team stop spinning its wheels and start making smarter, easier tech choices. Episode Highlights 03:48 Nonprofit Tech Strategy and Operations 05:09 Data Privacy and Security Concerns 07:19 Effective Use of Password Managers 12:29 Adapting to Cloud-Based Technology 14:30 Improving Internal Communications 18:03 Addressing Inequities and Biases in Tech Literacy 23:13 Enhancing Donor Communications 27:19 Data Cleanliness and Strategy Rosalind 'Roz' Zavras is an experienced non-profit operations expert with about 20 years of experience building operational and technical infrastructure for global and local social impact organizations. She has a talent for identifying systemic challenges and designing new tools to overcome them. From revamping cash-based accounting systems in East Africa to creating a grant and donor tracking system for a city-based community foundation, Roz has a proven track record of finding solutions to a wide range of operational challenges. With a Masters in Law and Diplomacy and a Bachelors in Economics & Mathematics, as well as advanced work in accounting, technology, and fundraising, Roz brings an equity-focused, multidisciplinary approach to her work. Connect with Rosalind Instagram: @RosalindZavras Website: https://www.aropaconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/zavrasdr Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.