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Built for Good
by Mazlo, Kian Alavi
Built for Good is for the community builders driving missions that matter. Host Kian Alavi shares real stories, hard-won lessons, and data that challenges assumptions, helping you move with more clarity and less guesswork. Each episode delivers actionable insights to accelerate decisions and make meaningful work less of a solo struggle.Now… let’s build for good.Built for Good is brought to you by Mazlo. Mazlo simplifies accounting, banking, compliance, and fundraising—so you can focus on your mission, not your back office.
Episodes
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Fiscal Sponsorship and Building Stronger Nonprofits with Katy Calloway
What if you could try being a nonprofit before you become one? On this episode of Built for Good, Mazlo CEO and Founder Kian Alavi sits down with Katy Calloway, Founder & Executive Director of People in Partnership SC, the only nonprofit in South Carolina practicing fiscal sponsorship…
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The Surprising Impact of Food Production on Climate and Biodiversity
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Dr. Jason Clay, Senior Vice President, Markets & Food and Executive Director of the Markets Institute at the World Wildlife Fund, to explore how food systems impact climate change and biodiversity, and what we can do to create a…
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Part 2: The Hidden Power of Saying "Yes" More in the Nonprofit Sector
Summary (If you want to hear Part 1 of Kian Alavi’s conversation with Oliver Hack, be sure to check out the previous episode.) In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi continues his conversation with Oliver Hack, Director of Fiscal Sponsorship at Social Good Fund, for a conversation…
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Part 1: The Hidden Power of Saying "Yes" More in Nonprofit Leadership
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Oliver Hack, Director of Fiscal Sponsorship at Social Good Fund, for a powerful conversation about nonprofit leadership, financial sustainability, innovation, and the courage required to lead through challenging times. Drawing from...
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Mastering Fiscal Sponsorship: Models, Challenges, and the Future
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Gene Takagi, Principal of NEO Law Group. Gene Takagi shares deep insights into fiscal sponsorship, its models, challenges, and the future of nonprofit governance. This conversation explores how to standardize understanding, improve...
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The Hidden Crisis in Nonprofits: Data, Burnout, & Funding Cuts
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Shannon Moe, founder of SMC Scribes. Shannon shares the evolution of SMC Scribes, a nonprofit consulting and grant writing organization focused on social justice nonprofits. The organization helps teams strengthen funding…
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Stay in Your Lane: What Nonprofits Get Wrong About Growth and Collaboration
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Manny Hernandez, CEO of The Diabetes Link. Manny shares the evolution of The Diabetes Link, a nonprofit focused exclusively on young adults living with diabetes. The Diabetes Link provides community, clinically validated guidance,...
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How to Change the World Without Power or Permission
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Michael Sheldrick, Co-founder of Global Citizen. Michael shares his journey from a struggling student in Australia to leading one of the world’s most impactful advocacy organizations focused on ending extreme poverty. The...
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From Networks to Opportunity: How Colorwave Builds Economic Mobility
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with John Roussel, Co-founder and CEO of Colorwave. John shares the founding story of Colorwave, launched during the uncertainty of 2020 with a mission to close the wealth gap by connecting underrepresented professionals to…
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Fear, Algorithms, and the IRS: Erin Bradrick Reveals What’s Really Happening to Nonprofits
In the season finale of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Erin Bradrick, an attorney and principal at NEO Law Group, to dive deep into the complexities and challenges facing nonprofits today. Erin Bradrick shares her personal journey from litigator to nonprofit legal expert and…
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From Diplomat to Nonprofit Hero: Ajani Husbands’ Impact Journey
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Ajani Husbands, Vice President & Senior Counsel at Build Up Companies and the Campbell Law Firm, to explore his multifaceted journey from his Caribbean roots to diplomatic service, law, and nonprofit leadership. Ajani shares…
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The Art (and Law) of Fiscal Sponsorship with Lisa Burger of Independent Arts & Media
In this episode, host Kian Alavi sits down with Lisa Burger, Executive Director of Independent Arts and Media. Lisa shares her winding journey from law to arts management, breaking down the ins and outs of fiscal sponsorship—a lifeline for many small nonprofits and grassroots projects. The...
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Let the Light Shine: Building a Platform for Change with Michael Pace of Social Good Fund
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Michael Pace, founder and CEO of Social Good Fund—one of the nation’s most impactful nonprofits supporting grassroots changemakers. Michael shares his personal journey: the frustrations that inspired him to create Social Good Fund,...
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Leveraging AI for Better Healthcare Outcomes with Sunita Mohanty of Vibrant
In this episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Sunita Mohanty, CEO and co-founder of Vibrant Practice, to explore the intersection of AI, healthcare, and social impact. Sunita shares her journey from a product leader at Meta to founding Vibrant, an operating system designed for...
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Power, Risk, and the Mechanics of Impact with Elena Chavez Quezada of StarrWise
In this insightful episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Elena Chavez Quezada, a leader in philanthropy and social impact who has shaped policy and practice across nonprofits, government, and foundations. Elena shares her inspiring journey from growing up in New Mexico to...
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Fiscal Sponsorship and the Future of Social Impact Filmmaking with E2AC
In this inaugural episode of Built for Good, host Kian Alavi sits down with Nick Hudson, Executive Director of Entertainment to Effect Change (E2AC), a nonprofit transforming the way social impact content is made and funded. Nick shares the journey of E2AC’s rapid growth, from a handful of…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Built for Good is for the community builders driving missions that matter. Host Kian Alavi shares real stories, hard-won lessons, and data that challenges assumptions, helping you move with more clarity and less guesswork. Each episode delivers actionable insights to accelerate decisions and make meaningful work less of a solo struggle.Now… let’s build for good.Built for Good is brought to you by Mazlo. Mazlo simplifies accounting, banking, compliance, and fundraising—so you can focus on your mission, not your back office.
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