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Purpose & Profit Podcast
by Dave Raley & Carly Berna
What do nonprofits and brands have in common? A lot more than you might think! Purpose & Profit is a show dedicated to uncovering the surprising ideas at the intersection of causes and brands. We’ll take trends that are transforming fundraising and marketing, and ask the question... what might nonprofits learn from these trends, and what might brands learn from nonprofits?Each episode, hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna unpack a topic or a trend that matters to nonprofit and business leaders, and explore what each can learn from the other.
Episodes
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The Purpose & Profit Finale: Insights, Highlights, and Lessons Learned
After six seasons, four years, and 64 episodes, co-hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna close this chapter of the Purpose & Profit Podcast. In this finale, they reflect on the journey, share personal highlights, and revisit the lessons that have shaped the show. Together, Dave and Carly highlight six...
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From Exploitation to Empowerment: Rebuilding Communities Through Ethical Enterprise
What if solving trafficking and poverty required more than aid projects or skills training? What if the key was access to markets, to choices, to dignity? In this episode of the Purpose & Profit Podcast, hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna sit down with Erik Olson, CEO of Dignity Made. With two...
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Purpose & Profit: Special Update from Dave and Carly
After six seasons, four years, and 64 episodes exploring the intersection of purpose and profit, co-hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna share a big update: the Purpose & Profit Podcast is ending (for now!). This episode explains why the show is taking a step back, what to expect in the coming...
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Your Model is Not Your Mission
Is your organization stuck in its ways, or evolving with purpose? In this special Season 6 finale of the Purpose & Profit Podcast, co-hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna return to the mic — just the two of them — for a deep, candid conversation about one of the most important (and...
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Out of Survival Mode: How Innovation Can Transform Nonprofits
What if the key to nonprofit success isn’t just more funding, but better systems, leadership, and innovation? In this episode, hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna sit down with Dan Bentley, Managing Director of Impacto Consulting and host of the Innovate for Impact podcast. Dan’s work helps…
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From Somalia to the TV Studio: How to Shine a Light on Stories that Matter
What does it take to tell stories that truly move people and move them to action? In an era flooded with misinformation and short attention spans, how do brands and causes break through the noise with truth, authenticity, and impact? In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, we explore those...
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The Intersection of Funding, Purpose, and Leadership
What does it look like to build a company—and a life—rooted in both purpose and profit? In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, we sit down with William Norvell, a top 1% podcaster, investor, and trusted advisor to faith-driven entrepreneurs. William brings a wealth of experience, from...
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Charity: Water On How to Be Disruptive with a Purpose
¥In this episode of Purpose & Profit, co-hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna sit down with Brady Josephson, VP of Marketing & Growth at charity: water, to explore what it really takes to be disruptive—not just in marketing, but within an organization’s culture and strategy. Brady shares...
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From Detergent to Purpose: Lessons in Nonprofit Leadership with Author David Rhode
In this episode of Purpose and Profit, we sit down with nonprofit innovator, author, and branding expert, David Rhode, for an engaging and insight-packed conversation about what it really takes to lead and grow a nonprofit organization in today’s world. David shares how his early career at…
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The Art of Engagement Framework with Kenny Jahng
In this episode of Purpose & Profit, co-hosts Carly Berna and Dave Raley sit down with Kenny Jahng—strategic advisor, digital agency founder, and AI expert—who has dedicated his career to helping mission-driven leaders cut through the noise and build meaningful engagement with their audiences.…
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Scaling Smarter: How Nonprofits Can Amplify Their Impact
In this episode of the Purpose & Profit Podcast, hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna sit down with Mohamed Osman and Ali Metcalf from Spring Impact, a nonprofit dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations scale their impact effectively in both the UK and the US.Mohamed, Spring Impact’s CEO,...
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How to Talk to AI with Dave Raley & Carly Berna
AI is transforming the way nonprofit organizations operate, but for many leaders, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Purpose and Profit Podcast, your co-hosts, Carly Berna and Dave Raley, break down how leaders can confidently embrace AI to enhance their work. From...
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GoFundMe and the Intersection of Impact and Influence
In this episode of Purpose and Profit Podcast, Dave Raley and Carly Berna are pleased to welcome Amit Meredith to the show! Amit is the Head of Marketing for “GoFundMe,” overseeing brand strategy, marketing activations, and growth in an effort to help connect people with causes they care about....
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Unveiling The Rise of Sustainable Giving with Dave Raley
In this exciting new episode of Purpose and Profit Podcast, Carly Berna has the unique opportunity to interview fellow co-host, Dave Raley, on his new book, The Rise of Sustainable Giving: How the Subscription Economy is Transforming Recurring Giving and What Nonprofits Can Do to Benefit, which...
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Tools for Growing a Giving Community
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Dave Raley and Carly Berna are joined by Grapevine Founder and CEO, Emily Rasmussen, for an exciting discussion about an exciting and growing trend known as crowdgranting. Emily founded Grapevine, an organization dedicated to bringing people and...
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Adopting an Entrepreneurial Mindset: How to Be Disruptive in Any Industry
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, we’re excited to welcome back Sheeba Philip! Sheeba is a visionary leader with 25 years of experience at the intersection of business and purpose. During her career, she has transformed iconic brands like Oreo, JCPenney, and Jell-O, while also leading...
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The Power of Invented Holidays
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, your co-hosts, Carly Berna and Dave Raley, talk about the power of invented holidays and the concept of shared moments that rally people together around a common cause or idea. How do these shared moments across these various invented holidays relate…
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Innovation for Social Change with Leah Kral
In this episode of Purpose and Profit Podcast, your co-hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna are joined by Leah Kral, a consultant, public speaker, and author of the book, Innovation for Social Change: How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and Deliver Results. Beginning with the concept of…
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How to Ask Powerful Questions with Chad Littlefield
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley are joined by co-founder of We and Me, Chad Littlefield, for a conversation about connection and the benefits of asking powerful questions. They begin by diving into what it means to create impactful conversations and the…
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Getting Major League Results with Minor League Resources
In this episode of Purpose of Profit Podcast, Dave Raley and Carly Berna are joined by RKD Group’s Justin McCord for a discussion about how to create an experience that drives the value of your organization’s product or service. Justin begins by sharing his experiences working in sports as a...
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A Recipe for Success: How to Pair Vision Casting and Vision Carrying
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley are joined by business and nonprofit leader, Jeff Henderson, for an inside look at how to grow your vision and to be ready for whatever comes next on your organizations path to success. Jeff shares his experiences working…
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7 Habits of Highly Effective Nonprofit Leaders
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley dive into the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Nonprofit Leaders and offer key insights for fundraisers and nonprofit leaders, emphasizing the importance of leadership, strategy, and sustainability in driving impact. Carly and…
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Lessons from American Idol with Nonprofit Expert Dana Snyder
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Dave and Carly are joined by nonprofit expert Dana Snyder to talk about some of the lessons she learned from working on American Idol, and how those lessons can be applied to increasing your monthly donor programs as nonprofit leaders. Dana is the...
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Chick-fil-A’s Approach to Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Innovation
Welcome to Season 5 of Purpose & Profit Podcast! In our first episode, we’re kicking things off with Chick-fil-A’s very own Officer VP of Innovation, David Farmer! In this episode, David joins Carly Berna and Dave Raley to discuss how innovation and entrepreneurship collide, and how nonprofits…
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Lessons in Innovation: Tapping into the Power of Nostalgia
In this episode of Purpose and Profit Podcast, Carly and Dave talk about the power of nostalgia in boosting innovation in your business or non-profit. They begin by sharing the history of the word “nostalgia” and reveal its varying definitions over the years as our culture has evolved. They dive...
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Lessons in Leadership Transition with Steve Woodworth
In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Dave and Carly bring in Masterworks CEO Steve Woodworth to discuss the workplace culture between for-profits and non-profits, and how transitions between members of leadership can ultimately benefit or harm your organization’s strategy. Steve talks…
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The Hidden Drawback of Expertise: Overcoming a Narrow Mindset
In this episode of the Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly and Dave dive into some of the potential limitations of expertise and how this can sometimes threaten to hold us back when it comes to breaking ground in new areas as a nonprofit organization or a for-profit business. Together, they define…
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8 Practices at the Intersection of Innovation and Impact with Gabe Cooper
How do you define the word “Responsive?” In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly and Dave sit down with Virtuous CEO, Gabe Cooper, to answer this question. Gabe is the author of the books Responsive Fundraising and The Responsive Nonprofit. Gabe dives into his new book, The Responsive...
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Dickies and Fashion: How to Innovate without Losing Your Core
In this episode, Carly and Dave sit down with Donna Lucas, an experienced for-profit and non-profit marketer who has helped transform big-time businesses like Dickies, Adidas, and Benetton. Donna shares some lessons on how to introduce innovative products and techniques into the marketplace that...
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Content without Connection is Worth Less
Today's episode is about learning and growth in the context of connection. In this episode, Dave and Carly discuss how, after years of giving talks, training, and teaching, both have seen how important feelings of safety and belonging are to the learning process. In other words, trying to deliver...
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How Disney Got It’s Magic Back
Today’s episode is about making magic – or rather, how to get the magic back when it’s been lost. Every organization and institution goes through periods when it loses the “magic” that made it great in the first place. Dave and Carly dive deep into a dark period in one of the most famous…
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Leadership Lessons from Blockbuster, Boston Market, and Compassion International
Today’s conversation is about creating an atmosphere for success in nonprofits and for-profit organizations. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Tom Beck. Tom has more than thirty years of leadership experience. His operational experience ranges from innovating in the video rental business…
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Purpose-Driven Leadership: Navigating Redemptive Entrepreneurship and Impact-Driven Business
Today's episode is about redemptive entrepreneurship and creating impact-driven businesses and nonprofits. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Dan Reed, a partner at Praxis Capital. Praxis is a venture-building ecosystem with a redemptive imagination, supporting founders, funders, and...
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Culture Built My Brand: Navigating Transformation
Today's episode is about creating an intricate relationship between brand and culture. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Ted Vaughn, Partner at Historic Agency, author of Culture Built My Brand, and the host of the Future Nonprofit Podcast. He has worked with hundreds of organizations,...
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The Generosity Crisis and Unleashing Radical Connection
Today's conversation covers everything from The Generosity Crisis to unleashing radical connection, moving from heart to wallet, and how artificial intelligence is transforming the nonprofit world. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Nathan Chappell, the co-author of the award-winning book...
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Unlocking Subscriptions with Robbie Kellman Baxter: Strategies for Sustainable Revenue and Customer Engagement
Today's first episode of Season 4 is about understanding the subscription economy and how companies have changed over the years. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Robbie Kellman Baxter, the author of two books, including “The Forever Transaction: How to Build a Subscription Model So...
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What Greeting Cards and AI Have in Common
AI. It’s been the buzzword of the past year, and the hype doesn’t seem to be slowing. Today’s conversation is about how leaders can make good use of AI tools in 2024. Join Dave and Carly as they talk about how Artificial Intelligence is transforming various industries and aspects of our daily...
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How Good Gets Done in the World - Barna Research
Today’s episode is about the dynamics of positive change, how U.S. adults perceive the role of non-profits and for-profits in that change, and how leaders can better respond to disruption by understanding the times. Dave and Carly welcome guest Matt Randerson, VP of Growth & Operations at Barna...
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Breakthrough Insights from Mentoring 5,000 Executive Leaders at Organizations like Chick-fil-A
Today's episode is about personal and organizational leadership insights gleaned from nearly 50 years of executive mentorship of more than 5,000 senior executives. Dave and Carly welcome guest and executive mentor Bobb Biehl. Bobb has left an indelible mark as a consultant, coach, and mentor. He…
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Breaking Barriers and Confronting Assumptions
Today's episode is about preparing for innovation and not letting roadblocks stop non-profit and for-profit organizations from growing. Dave and Carly welcome guest Stewart Severino. Stewart has spent 25 years in the MarTech industry, working with notable brands such as United Airlines, Waste...
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Beyond the Keys: Jade Simmons Redefines Purpose for Personal and Professional Success
Today's episode is about redefining purpose for personal and professional success. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Jade Simmons, a phenomenal pianist on a mission to redefine purpose. Immerse yourself in her story of shifting from performing for audiences to using the piano to move and...
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Disney and the Intersection of Creativity and Business
Today's episode is about the need for more creativity and business in creating powerful experiences that move the mission forward for nonprofits and businesses alike. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Theron Skees, veteran Disney Imagineering Creative Executive and owner of The Designer’s...
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Impact Uprising: 3 Insights from 470 Conversations with Nonprofit Leaders
Today's episode is about innovating change and how we can redefine giving. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome friends and co-founders of We Are For Good Jon McCoy and Becky Endicott. Jon and Becky founded We Are For Good in 2020 and in just a few short years, have released more than 470 episodes...
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From High Fashion to Homelessness: A Journey of Purpose
Today’s episode is about the transformative power of innovation, risk-taking, and adaptability in for-profit and non-profit organizations. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Richard Newcomb. Over more than three decades, Richard served as the Senior Vice President of Sales for Byer, a...
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NFL and the Integration of Sports, Causes, and Philanthropy
Today's episode is about creating meaningful relationships between influencers and nonprofits. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Kayla Bradham. Kayla is the host of Legacy After the Locker Room podcast, a member of the NFL Alumni Association, and Executive Vice President of the Sports...
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SeaWorld, Royal Caribbean, Nickelodeon and the Intersection of Purpose and Themed Entertainment
Today's episode is about the lessons we can learn from cultivating great experiences from brands such as Mattel Toys, the Harlem Globetrotters, Dollywood, SeaWorld, Royal Carribean Cruise Lines and more. . Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Anthony Esparza. Among other roles, Esparza…
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Six Mistakes Leaders Make All Too Often With Innovation
Today’s episode is about leaders navigating innovation and team building in the workplace. Join Dave and Carly as they talk about 6 mistakes leaders make with innovation. In his career and in his work with Imago Consulting, Dave has consulted with and spoken to hundreds of organizations about...
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Why America Gives and the Changing Landscape of Generosity
Today’s show is about blurring the lines between generosity and tax-deductible charitable giving. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Krista Lamp, Senior Direct of Brand, Events, and Communication for Classy, an affiliate of GoFundMe. Prior to joining Classy, Krista spent more than 15 years...
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The NBA and the Integration of Brands and Causes
Today's conversation is about companies growing their market by bringing together brands and cause marketing. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Taylor Smiley the lead partnership at LERMA. Starting with the NBA, Taylor had his dream job – he always loved sports and scored a job with the...
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Crypto Fundraising and the Future of Giving
Today's episode is about crypto philanthropy and how it is impacting the non-profit world. Join Dave and Carly as they welcome guest Pat Duffy, the co-founder of The Giving Block. Pat has been featured in Time Magazine, Newsweek, U.S. News and World Report, Associated Press, ABC News, and CNBC.…
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What do nonprofits and brands have in common? A lot more than you might think! Purpose & Profit is a show dedicated to uncovering the surprising ideas at the intersection of causes and brands. We’ll take trends that are transforming fundraising and marketing, and ask the question... what might nonprofits learn from these trends, and what might brands learn from nonprofits?Each episode, hosts Dave Raley and Carly Berna unpack a topic or a trend that matters to nonprofit and business leaders, and explore what each can learn from the other.
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