The Black Fundraisers' Podcast

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** Tiffany Ker Xiong is the Advancement Director at The Constellation Fund. She’s a proud Hmong American, a mother to three beautiful children, and an avid fisherwoman. She has pursued an ambitious community leadership career focused on building equitable and inclusive spaces and communities through collaborations across different sectors and the amplification of community voice. Tiffany has extensive experience in community and campaign organizing as well as fundraising strategy and execution, providing her with a depth and breadth of perspective that has added value to notable political campaigns, critical grassroots efforts and leading cultural and philanthropic organizations. Tiffany has worked in philanthropy and fundraising in various roles and capacities for ten years. Prior to joining Constellation, Tiffany was the Development Director of Theater Mu, the second-largest Asian-American theater in the U.S. **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** On this national day of Black Love and in celebration of Galentine’s Day, I caught up with three, Black, female Powerhouses, to celebrate achievements m, milestones and #self-love I’m joined by Kishshana Palmer, Dr.Janice Gasam and Elizabeth Leiba 🖤💛♥️💚. **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom. black fundraisers, black fundraiser, Kia croom, ABFE, AADO, Black Philanthropy, inclusion, diversity, equity, Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy, Black History Month, LinkedIn Presents, Galentine's Day, Kishshana Palmer, Elizabeth Leiba, Janice Gassem, Blequity Brands, Self-care, curated giftboxes, Black Business,

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** In Celebration of Black History Month, Historian and Author Adrian Miller stopped by the Black Fundraisers' Podcast to discuss African and Black Influence on food in America. Adrian distinguishes southern cooking from "soul food" and shares the origins of some of our favorite dishes. His research suggests some of the foods we know and have origins in African communities. While other fan favorites, like BBQ are rooted in Native American Culture. Adrian also shares details on his latest book, Black Smoke: African Americans and the United States of Barbecue, which discusses the culinary contributions Indigenous people, Native Americans and Blacks have made to make BBQ what it is today. **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast Ayris Scales, Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility & Global Initiatives at Nareit visited the Black Fundraisers' Podcast to announce the Nareit Foundation's new grant opportunity, which is designed to support organizations addressing gaps and barriers faced by underserved or underrepresented businesses, professionals, and students. The grant application process is now open, and the deadline for applications is April 6th.  Interested applicants must apply via the Just Fund grant portal.  Nonprofit organizations interested in applying are encouraged to register to attend one of Nareit’s informational webinars, which will delve more into the grant application process, funding priorities, and eligibility.  Click the link below to register your agency and access the grant opportunity: https://justfund.us/ Save the date The next informational will take place Friday March 3, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. EST (Hosted by Nareit). Click the link below to register: https://nareit.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h6D1tzkiROq1-BAyCUaS0w The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism--that is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more.

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast Pianist, Composer, Author and Historian, Dr. Guthrie Ramsey stopped by the Black Fundraisers' Podcast to traverse musical history and explore Black Influence on music in America. Purchase Dr. Ramey's Book via a Black-owned bookstore here: https://tinyurl.com/yc8dha2s Learn about the Hyer Sisters, singers and musical pioneers here: https://tinyurl.com/ycydxfhv Learn more about George W. Johnson, "The Whistling Coon" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvGx-axtHzo The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy, Inc. A Black-woman-owned fundraising firm. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more.

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast Signed your favorite Nonprofit Fundraiser, Kia Croom learn more about my work at www.kiacroom.com black fundraisers, black fundraiser, Kia croom, ABFE, AADO, Black Philanthropy, inclusion, diversity, equity, Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy, Black History Month, LinkedIn Presents, Generational Poverty, Oakland CA, Black Fundraising Firm, DEI, Inclusion

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** Kia Croom shares how trials led to her triumph over generational poverty and motivated her to create Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy, a global fundraising firm. **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom. black fundraisers, black fundraiser, Kia croom, ABFE, AADO, Black Philanthropy, inclusion, diversity, equity, Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy, Black History Month, LinkedIn Presents, Generational Poverty, Oakland CA, Black Fundraising Firm, DEI, Inclusion This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** Dr. Tiffany M. Gill joined Kia Croom for a candid discussion that underscores the anti-Black racism that continues to be perpetrated on Black hair globally. Plus Dr. Gill discusses her book, Beauty Shop Politics Beauty Shop Politics: African American Women's Activism in the Beauty Industry. Purchase Beauty Shop Politics here: https://tinyurl.com/yc2dfee4 **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom. black_fundraisers, #black_fundraiser, #Kia_croom, #ABFE, #AADO, #Black_Philanthropy, #inclusion, diversity, equity, Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy, Black History Month, LinkedIn Presents, Tiffany M. Gill, Beauty Shop Politics, Black Hair, Crown Act, Anti-Blacknessblack fundraisers

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** Jas is a seasoned fundraiser who joined Charity Shift after ten years at BC Children's Hospital Foundation, overseeing their Direct Response Marketing program, which generated over $10 million annually. Jas offers Charity Shift partners donor journey mapping and experience strategies, fundraising analytics, fundraising program audits, monthly giving program development and annual giving planning and strategy. Learn more about Jas and how you can work with her at ⁠https://www.charityshift.ca/ **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom. black_fundraisers, #black_fundraiser, #Kia_croom, #ABFE, #AADO, #Black_Philanthropy, #inclusion, #diversity, #equity, #Kia_Croom_Fundraising_and_Philanthropy, #Jas_Jooty, #LinkedIn_Presents

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST**** Companies turn to Bower & Co. when they face a challenge or recognize an opportunity and need a strategic collaborator to plan the path forward. Faced with external or internal change – disruptions wrought by the economy; a new competitor; mergers; outdated strategies, business models, or skills – organizations know Gail Bower will break the logjams to build their brands, attract customers or donors, boost profits, and deliver a better customer experience. Gail Bower transforms the organizational complexities that you face into strategies that result in sustainable revenue, increased growth, and greater value. She's the author of How to Jump-start Your Sponsorship Strategy in Tough Times; she’s a professional consultant, coach, writer, and speaker with more than 25 years of experience in marketing and managing some of the country’s most important events, festivals, and sponsorships. To learn more about Gail and her work visit https://gailbower.com/ **Connect with Kia Croom**** The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is, structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn ways you can work with Kia Croom.

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available. Connect with us on IG & YouTube, and LinkedIn @Blackfundraiserspodcast **ABOUT TODAY’S...

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with nonprofits serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST Kelli King-Jackson is a coach and strategic advisor committed to freedom for Black folx. She is an ACC-level coach with the International Coaching Federation and a 21/64 certified philanthropy advisor. She’s worked in the nonprofit sector for over twenty years and currently serves on the boards of Funders Together to End Homelessness, Funders for LGBTQ Issues, and Bethel Houston UCC. Most recently, she was Vice President of Programs and Community Engagement at The Simmons Foundation (Houston, TX). Prior to joining the Foundation, she led a nationally recognized school-based health outreach initiative in Texas and consulted with BIPOC-led small nonprofits across the country. Kelli is actively engaged in her local community, often hosting discussions on upcoming elections, leadership, and ways to support local, Black-led organizations. She’s a speaker, avid writer, and occasional crafter. visit Kelli online at https://www.iamkelli.com/ The Black Fundraisers' Podcast is produced by Kia Croom Fundraising & Philanthropy. This Black-woman-owned fundraising firm helps nonprofits serving Black and Brown communities raise critical funding to fight the byproducts of structural racism. That is structural inequities such as poverty, homelessness, educational inequity and more. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, CEO of Kia Croom Fundraising and Philanthropy, a Black-woman-owned fundraising firm that works exclusively with organizations serving Black and Brown people and communities. Visit www.kiacroom.com to learn more. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST Sheleia Phillips, MPH, CHES is the Founder and Principal Consultant at SMP Nonprofit Consulting. A servant leader, Sheleia has dedicated herself to the growth and development of nonprofits for nearly ten years. To date, Sheleia has secured over $3 million dollars (and counting) in grant revenue for youth development, education, and health programs. Sheleia holds a Master of Public Health with an emphasis on Maternal and Child Health from Saint Louis University and a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Chemistry from Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville. To learn more about SMP Nonprofit Consulting visit: https://www.smpnpc.com/ Here are the resources Sheleia discussed https://www.smpnpc.com/exclusivefreebies This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 21-year Nonprofit Fundraiser and Marketer. To learn more about Kia’s work or to connect with her, visit www.kiacroom.com. Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Kiacroom ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST Throughout the nonprofit universe, Jessica is known as one of the industry’s most dynamic and exciting fundraisers. She’s admired for her ability to pull truth and actionable recommendations from raw data, for her determination to seize every challenge as an opportunity, and for her bedrock belief that “best practices” are only the launching point for the results-boosting advances she creates. While Jessica started in the industry long before this whole “world wide web” thing — helping her clients raise more than $30 million a year — she has quickly developed a reputation for not only her direct mail prowess but her digital acumen as well. To learn more about The Harrington Agency visit: https://theharringtonagency.com/ Here are the resources Jessica shared https://www.givingtuesday.org/https://www.givingtuesday.org/givingtuesday-toolkit-for-nonprofits/https://www.classy.org/giving-tuesday/https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/giving-tuesday-toolkithttps://bloomerang.co/blog/givingtuesday/https://mrxx7zvrxlw.typeform.com/to/RCiIF95q Jessica has also offered complimentary 20 min sessions to help you maximize your GivingTuesday efforts. https://calendly.com/jessica-tha/giving-tuesday-prep-session This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 21-year Nonprofit Fundraiser, and Marketer. To learn more about Kia’s work or to connect with her, visit www.kiacroom.com. Email the Black Fundraisers’ Podcast with suggestions for show topics, inquiries, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities at Blackfundraiserspodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST David Schwab, a natural storyteller, mission-driven mentor, and avid learner, lives out his passion professionally as Funraise's Director of Growth Marketing. Skilled in Nonprofit Fundraising, Direct Response Marketing, Entertainment, Digital, Social Media, and Influencer Marketing, David has learned that there's always a story to be told—and a unique way to tell it. Connect David Email: David@funraise.org Phone: 714-717-2474 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlschwab/ Resources and Freebies Download the #Giving Tuesday Toolkit here: https://bit.ly/3rsWq4w Access a Free version of Funraise here: https://bit.ly/3ro3mjs This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 21-year Nonprofit Fundraiser, and Marketer. To learn more about Kia’s work or to connect with her, visit www.kiacroom.com. Email the Black Fundraisers’ Podcast with suggestions for show topics, inquiries, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities at Blackfundraiserspodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST With an agency background spanning three decades, Tedd Aurelius adds to SG360’s expertise in developing and executing innovative direct marketing strategies that improve the marketing performance of its clients. As the VP of Strategic Services, Tedd leads the account and creative teams where he applies his insights to create new and enhanced client relationships while helping clients achieve measurable results. Tedd’s goal is to help brands create an emotional connection with their prospects and customers by developing One-to-One communications that truly engage, change behavior, and make the cash register ring. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 21-year Nonprofit Fundraiser, and Marketer. To learn more about Kia’s work or to connect with her, visit www.kiacroom.com. Email the Black Fundraisers’ Podcast with suggestions for show topics, inquiries, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities at Blackfundraiserspodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST For more than 25 years, Jeff Schreifels has been developing, planning and executing strategic fundraising and marketing programs. He’s served as Development Director at several nonprofits and was Senior Strategy Director at The Domain Group, where he helped to develop record-setting fundraising programs for the agency’s largest clients. REGISTER FOR “HOW TO START A MAJOR GIFT PROGRAM” The six-week virtual fundraising course launches Wednesday, October 11th. Black female fundraisers Kia Croom and Renita Tyson will co-facilitate the course via several live sessions. The cost is $99.00 Register here: https://lnkd.in/etzEpnR5 LISTEN Listen to Kia and Jeff’s previous discussion on the Veritus Group’s “Nothing But Major Gifts” Podcast here: https://anchor.fm/veritusgroup/episodes/Supporting-Black--Brown-Fundraisers-in-the-Non-Profit-Sector-e1i9iu7/a-a7t4hnk To learn more about the Veritus Group’s Consulting services and training, visit: https://veritusgroup.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 21-year Nonprofit Fundraiser and Marketer. To learn more about Kia’s work or to connect with her, visit www.kiacroom.com. Email the Black Fundraisers’ Podcast with suggestions for show topics, inquiries, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities at Blackfundraiserspodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available and connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST Shanterra McBride and Rosalind Wiseman are co-authors of “Courageous Discomfort: How to Have Important, Brave, Life-Changing Conversations about Race and Racism - 20 Questions and Answers for Becoming a Better Advocate.” Learn more about the book and the authors at https://www.courageousdiscomfort.com/ Shanterra McBride is an author, preacher, speaker, teacher, and founder of MARVELOUS UNIVERSITY, a social enterprise that offers life coaching and success planning for young people, specializing in leadership development for girls and young women. Her expertise encompasses everything from youth development, and youth needs to diversity and inclusion, and allyship. She earned her master’s degree in organizational leadership from Gonzaga University and bachelor’s degrees in public affairs & corporate communications and sociology and recieved a Profiles in Leadership Award. Rosalind Wiseman is the co-founder of Cultures of Dignity, an organization that shifts how communities think about our physical and emotional well-being by working in close partnership with the experts of those communities–young people, educators, policymakers, and business and political leaders. She is the author of multiple New York Times Bestselling books, including Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and several other titles. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 20-year nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy leader. To learn more about Kia’s work, or to connect with her visit www.kiacroom.com. We encourage you to email the Black Fundraisers’ Podcast with suggestions for show topics, inquiries, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities at Blackfundraiserspodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST Robert Simmons III, EdD is the Head of Social Impact & STEM for Micron Technology and the Micron Foundation. Robert leads a social impact portfolio that centers STEM equity, racial equity, economic empowerment, and food insecurity. During his career, Robert has served in senior leadership roles in the nonprofit sector and as the Chief of Innovation and Research in the DC Public Schools. A former middle school science teacher in the Detroit Public Schools, Robert was nominated twice as the Walt Disney National Teacher of the Year and once for the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Foundation Outstanding Educator Award. As a fellow with the Woodrow Wilson Fellowship Foundation and the Fulbright Memorial Fund, Robert traveled to Costa Rica and Japan to study educational systems and conduct environmental research in the rainforest. Selected for the Outstanding Alumni Award from the College of Education and Human Development at Western Michigan University and the BE Modern Man Award from Black Enterprise, Robert remains committed to social justice and racial Contact Robert Simmons at: robertsimmon@micron.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-simmons-iii-edd-2179957/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/robert_simmons3 Learn more about the Micron Foundation’s Charitable Giving here: https://www.micron.com/gives This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

ABOUT THE BLACK FUNDRAISERS' PODCAST The Black Fundraisers' Podcast was founded in 2021 by Kia Croom, a 20-year nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy leader. To learn more about Kia’s work, or to connect with her visit www.kiacroom.com. We encourage you to email the Black Fundraisers’ Podcast with suggestions for show topics, inquiries, advertising and sponsorship opportunities at Blackfundraiserspodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe to the Black Fundraisers' Podcast wherever podcasts are available Connect with us on IG & YouTube @Blackfundraiserspodcast ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST Natalye Paquin is the President & CEO of Points of Light. She is a lifelong believer in civic engagement and community support, Natalye spent more than 15 years in the education sector, first as a civil rights attorney with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, and then as an executive for Chicago Public Schools and the School District of Philadelphia. More recently, she served as chief transformation officer at Girl Scouts of the USA, responsible for strategy integration. Learn more about Points of Light here: https://www.pointsoflight.org/ Download key Points of Light reports here: https://www.pointsoflight.org/resources/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm