Executive with a Cause with Tammy Ven Dange

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Susan Davidson, CEO of the Australian Diabetes Educators Association (ADEA). https://www.adea.com.au/ We learn how the ADEA is transforming itself to provide its members with a competitive edge in the industry whilst improving diabetes education for all healthcare workers. We also discuss how an organisation can use micro-credentials and ‘badges’ as marketing tools for its members. What are the pitfalls of customising off-the-shelf IT solutions, especially in small organisations with limited resources? You won’t want to miss this episode, where we get deep into the operations of the Australian Diabetes Educators Association. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel to hear how other Not for Profit and Social Enterprise leaders run their operations. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, "What is a QR Code?" To read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ CREDITS: Thanks to the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Olivia Thornton, CEO of Cricket ACT. We hear from one of the few female CEOs of a major sporting body in the Australian Capital Territory. Olivia shares her insights into guiding a sport towards the future whilst addressing its past. Olivia explains her transition from high-performance athlete to CEO and the similarities she’s found in building successful teams. She explains the importance of recognising strengths and weaknesses and complementing these skill sets. As a state body, we learn how Cricket ACT engages multiple stakeholders and partners to achieve its objectives, the benefits of accessing shared services with other state bodies, and the resources of its governing body, Cricket Australia. Like many organisations, though, Cricket ACT has recognised the relevance of diversifying its revenue streams, and Olivia outlines how she has engaged in partnerships to support this. We also hear about the challenges of inheriting the financial implications of the National Redress Scheme and how the organisation has implemented policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for its community. Finally, we learn how cricket stays relevant by offering multiple programs and formats to meet changing societal tastes and how organisations need to be resourceful and nimble to manage these changes. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, “Why are ransomware attacks increasing?” Sign-up here to subscribe to the “Executive with a Cause” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn; maybe she’ll answer it on the show. OTHER EPISODES MENTIONED IN THIS SHOW: Watch our Interview with Simone Clarke, CEO of UN Women Australia. Episode 31: Simone Clarke of UN Women Australia - Roundbox Consulting CREDITS: Thanks to the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https:/roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Chris Hatherly of the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia. Like many Not for Profits, The Academy’s funding sources include government grants. Chris shares his experience adjusting to changes in government funding models and how the organisation is reducing their reliance on a source that can change with government agendas. Chris also talks about the organisation’s transition from a secretary to a CEO approach and how they manage to work with high-profile members to create a cohesive strategy for lobbying. We hear how regular, coordinated efforts are more successful than once-off interactions with policy-makers, and Chris provides further tips on how to build influential relationships with government members. Finally, Chris explains how he has tailored Salesforce to handle their complex member election process and the benefits of customising the platform for grant management. Chris also outlines his interest in innovative employee benefits, as Not for Profits face the continual challenge of attracting quality talent in a competitive labour market. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, “What is a VPN?” To read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ LINKS & RESOURCES Linkedinwebsite If you love insightful podcasts on topical issues (you obviously do if you’re here), you might also like the Academy’s own podcast, Seriously Social. Hosted by award-winning journalist Ginger Gorman, this podcast delves into some of the critical issues facing our society, drawing on the expertise of the Academy’s expert Fellows, as well as representatives from business and the community. Find out more here www.seriouslysocial.org.au OTHER EPISODES MENTIONED IN THIS SHOW: our interviewLittle Oak Sanctuary our interviewMIEACT CREDITS Thanks to the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https:/roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Simone Clarke, the CEO of UN Women Australia. As we celebrate International Women's Day this year, Simone shares her insights on the importance of this day and the work that UN Women Australia is doing to empower women and girls globally and domestically. Simone has had a long career working in Not for Profits, especially in the fundraising space and including on the other side with foundational donors. In this episode, she addresses the misconception that fundraising is free. We chat about managing partner expectations and the burden of government funding compliance, and with this, the dependencies and challenges of competing investment needs, particularly in technology. You won’t want to miss this episode - a true fundraising masterclass, particularly on how to work with corporate partners. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week's episode of ‘IT in Plain English’, we're exploring the question, ‘What is AI or artificial intelligence?' While these AI tools offer numerous benefits, it's important to be aware of their limitations and response accuracy, ensuring you apply the same critical lens you would to any human-generated work. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “Executive with a Cause” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https:/roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Bill Patrick, CEO of The Outback Car Trek. https://www.outbackcartrek.com.au/ Flying Doctors, all with minimal staff? In this week’s episode, Tammy hears from Bill Patrick about recognising your volunteer’s skillsets, the mammoth logistical challenge of the Outback Car Trek, and how they support remote communities. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy is asked, ‘what is a no-code platform’? Designed to allow users to create apps without a technical background, these no-code platforms may help internal operations such as automating processes. However, are they as simple as their marketing messages claim? To read the full transcript, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ To learn more IT in Plain English, sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https:/roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Kate Luke, co-founder of Little Oak Sanctuary. https://www.littleoaksanctuary.org/ Kate and James didn't mean to start a farm animal sanctuary, but a little pig changed everything. We learn how they transitioned from a “tree change” to their current 200-acre farm with the hundreds of animals they care for today while enduring the challenges of climate change. From bushfires, the Pandemic and now floods, Kate explains how the organisation has focused on future-proofing from a financial and infrastructure perspective with no government funding. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to this channel to hear how other Not for Profit and Social Enterprise leaders run their operations. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week's segment, Tammy answers the question, "Does it matter which Microsoft 365 licence I buy?" The short answer is YES! To read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ CREDITS: Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Louise Baxter, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation Australia. https://www.starlight.org.au/ Starlight helps sick children find happiness while they are in hospitals. And underneath this mission lies a sophisticated operation. From earning the "Employer of Choice" badge to using technology to streamline their processes and support employee recognition, there are many leadership lessons that Louise shares throughout this episode. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don't forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH Internal investments are always a tricky balance, especially for IT. In this week's segment, Tammy answers the question, 'When is it time to upgrade your system?' To read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https:/roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Brett Wilson, CIO of Red Cross Australia. https://www.redcross.org.au/ Few charities have a Chief Information Officer (CIO). In fact, many don’t even have an IT department. So how does the CIO of one of the largest national charities in Australia manage IT risks while dealing with skill shortages and increasing business needs? You won’t want to miss this episode as Tammy and Brett discuss these challenges and more. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel to hear how other Not for Profit and Social Enterprise leaders run their operations. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, "What is the metaverse?’" And to read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with James Petesic, Co-Founder of PV Industries. https://www.pvindustries.com.au/ How does a young company maintain vision whilst ensuring financial viability? And how can the lifecycle of solar panels be better managed and tracked? In this episode we hear from Co-Founder, James Petesic on how he has maintained foundational values of his social enterprise whilst growing solar panel recycling venture, PV Industries. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this episode, Tammy is asked, ‘what is an iframe? To read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe RESOURCES • Connect with James on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-petesic-b2098491/ • Visit the PV Industries website https://www.pvindustries.com.au/ CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Martin Fisk, Chief Executive of Menslink. http://www.menslink.org.au How do you enact societal change, whilst also growing the resources available to support this shift? In this episode, Tammy and Martin discuss funding efficiencies, board risk appetite and the positive multiplier effect of reducing the stigma associated with men’s mental health. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, ‘what is encryption?’ And to read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ Sign-up here to subscribe to the "Executive with a Cause" newsletter and gain more IT insights in plain English. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/subscribe/ CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https:/roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Jessica Macpherson OAM, Founder and CEO of Blaze your Trail https://blazeyourtrail.org/. How did a request for a gift card spark a pursuit of automation, and what did migrant unemployment have to do with implementing digital transformation? In this episode we hear all about Jessica Macpherson’s digital journey, and how technology can support your organisation to achieve more, with less. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel to hear how other Not for Profit and Social Enterprise leaders run their operations. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question ‘what is two-factor authentication?’. Two-factor authentication, or ‘2FA’ enhances your organisation’s security by requiring a sign-in confirmation when using certain applications. And to read the full summary, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/answers/ CREDITS: Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Alex Reynolds, General Manager of IT and Transformation at Australian HR Institute (AHRI) https://www.ahri.com.au/. How can a resource-limited organisation manage transformation alongside Business as Usual (BAU)? And when should they take the leap into a multi-phase digital transformation? In this episode, Tammy chats with Alex Reynolds about managing an IT function without a traditional IT background, big-picture thinking and the universal pain of data migration. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ IT in Plain English This week, Tammy answers the question, ‘what is a firewall?’. Smaller organisations reliant on 100% cloud-based operations may be able to rely on their vendor’s services. However, for those with their own servers or hosting virtual ones, you may need to evaluate your organisation’s risk. Credits Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Annabelle Daniel, CEO of Women’s Community Shelters. Identifying a need and addressing it through sustainable impact is a goal for most organisations, but how often is it truly achieved, particularly in a crowded landscape? In today’s episode, we hear from Annabelle Daniel about applying her organisation’s unique grassroots franchise model, which partners with communities to deliver needs-based change in New South Wales. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ IT in Plain English In this episode, we learn about SEO, or Search Engine Optimisation. Tammy explains what it is and why it’s so important when 75% of searchers only look at the first page of results. If you’re a Not for Profit looking to improve your search engine presence, consider applying for a Google Ads grant to increase your organisation’s searchability and online reach. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “IT in Plain English” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. Links & Resources LinkedinwebsiteWalk the Talkwebsite Other Episodes Mentioned in this Show our Episode 18 interviewYWCA Canberra Credits Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with strategic IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting.

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Petr Adamek, CEO of Canberra Innovation Network (CBRIN). Not for Profits and the fast pace of start-up companies aren’t usually associated together. However, in this episode, we learn how they can complement each other and create economic benefits for both the company and the community as a whole. Describing itself as ‘sector agnostic’, we hear how CBRIN fosters collaboration and innovation within the Canberra, Australia, community through initiatives such as its accelerator programs, hackathons, subsidised co-working space and networking events. Petr also describes the unique challenges of being fully supported by the government, as well as the concept of expected “failure” in its industry. From an operational perspective, we also hear about the challenge of entrepreneurial employees, which could lead to shorter tenures as they potentially pursue their own start-up passions! Finally, Petr provides insights into measuring success, and the significant economical and societal benefits of investing in innovation. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. IT IN PLAIN ENGLISH In this edition of ‘IT in Plain English’, Tammy discusses two core major software investments, particularly for Registered Training Organisations (RTO): the Student Management Systems (SMS) and the Learning Management Systems (LMS). Whether you’re looking to upgrade an existing system, or curious about what’s possible, learn the foundations of how you can make an SMS or LMS work for your organisation. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “Executive with a Cause” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Grant Dodwell, Creative Director of Australian Theatre Live. How can the experience of the theatre be made more accessible to those in regional communities, lower income or living with a disability? And how do you deliver your solution when it’s excluded from the existing guidelines of funding organisations? In this episode, Tammy chats with Grant Dodwell, multi-Logie Award winner and founder and Creative Director of Australian Theatre Live, about bringing the theatre to the people. Grant has combined the beauty of the arts with the technological advancements of the digital age to deliver filmed theatre productions through roadshows and streaming channels to those who may not otherwise have the experience. We hear how this innovation didn’t fit with funding designed exclusively for screen or theatre. However, funding boosts during COVID-19 allowed the organisation to broaden their reach and expand their team. Australian Theatre Live is a unique Not for Profit in their project-based operations, which causes funding challenges because each idea must be researched and pitched before securing financing. In addition, Grant also describes the nuances of philanthropy and how to deliver with integrity and an understanding of donors’ motivations. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. IT in PLAIN ENGLISH In this week’s segment, Tammy explores Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and the value they can provide to NFP organisations. If you’re considering implementing a CRM for the first time, learn how they can improve your organisation’s efficiency. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “IT in Plain English” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. LINKS & RESOURCES LinkedinMorewebsite OTHER EPISODES MENTIONED: our interviewsleepbusour interviewZealandia CREDITS Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with David Hubbard, Founding Director of CINCH Transform. Financial Operations may not be the most exciting component of running a Not for Profit, but it’s undeniably critical for an organisation’s sustainability and growth. In this episode, David explains how staff utilisation rates and pricing can impact your bottom line. Related to this, we also hear how staff are an organisation's largest liability on the balance sheet, but their greatest asset, and the importance for leaders managing this. Finally, David stresses the need for reporting to provide the right information to reflect all areas of the organisation and support executive decision-making. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. IT in Plain English What’s the difference between a data warehouse and a data lake, and which option should you choose? In this week’s segment, Tammy explains the pros and cons of each when choosing your approach. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “IT in Plain English” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. Links & Resources Linkedinwebsite Credits Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm. Tammy Ven Dange is a former charity CEO, Not for Profit Board Member and IT Executive. Today she helps NFPs with IT and data decisions with her business, Roundbox Consulting. https://roundboxconsulting.com.au

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Frances Crimmins, CEO of YWCA Canberra. Providing affordable housing, childcare services, and education opportunities would be a tall ask for multiple organisations. But for YWCA Canberra, it’s a sustainable business model that has allowed them to serve the Canberra Community for over ninety years. In this episode, we discuss topics such as advocacy without fear of government funding implications, investing in leaders and accepting when parties won’t agree. Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. IT in Plain English In this week’s segment, Tammy explores the question, ‘should my organisation upgrade to Windows 11?’ For most organisations, the answer is no. However, a more pressing consideration - ensure that you do not have any devices on Windows 8.1, as support ends for that version in January 2023. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “IT in Plain English” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. Links & Resources Connect with Frances on LinkedinVisit the YWCA websiteLearn more about YWCA’s initiatives: Rentwell, She Leads, and They Lead Other Episodes Mentioned in this Show Watch our interview with Carrie Leeson of Lifeline CanberraWatch our interview with Heidi Prowse of MIEACT Credits Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm.

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Debbie Saunders, founder and CEO of Wildlife Drones. Pesky parrots inspired Dr Debbie Saunders to establish this innovative approach to animal tracking, which has evolved from a research project to a social enterprise. In this episode, we chat about her financing journey, deciding between an NFP or business model approach, data opportunities and expanding into the US market. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. IT in Plain English This week’s segment answers the question, ‘What is an API or an Application Programming Interface?” If you find that your legacy systems are having difficulties sharing data, understanding this technical term may help you with investment decisions. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “IT in Plain English” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. Links & Resources Connect with Debbie on LinkedinVisit Wildlife Drones’ website and read their case studiesFollow Wildlife Drones on Facebook, Linkedin and YouTube Other Episodes Mentioned in this Show Watch our interview with Jim Lynch of Zealandia Credits

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Heidi Prowse, CEO of MIEACT. Fundraising galas can be the crown jewel in an organisation’s calendar, but how about one that doesn’t feature alcohol and no sponsors? In this episode, Heidi and I discuss MIEACT’s DoNOHarm framework for mental health education, shaking up the fundraising scene, drinking the ‘Salesforce Kool Aid’ and jogging through Canberra in her Speedos. To read the full episode notes and related links, visit: https://roundboxconsulting.com.au/podcast/ Thank you for listening to the Executive with a Cause podcast. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. IT in Plain English Your organisation probably has a few different strategies, but how about a data strategy? In this segment, Tammy explains what a data strategy may contain and why you should protect data just like a physical asset. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “Executive with a Cause” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. Other Episodes Mentioned in this Show Watch our interview with Francis Owusu of Kulture BreakWatch our interview with Hannah Andrevski of Roundabout Canberra Credits Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm.

In this episode of Executive with a Cause, host Tammy Ven Dange chats with Keith Cantlie, Managing Director of Cantlie Recruitment, about all things in executive-level recruitment for Not for Profits. From the behind-the-scenes processes to salaries and even personal branding, you don’t want to miss this show if you are hiring executives or hope to be hired in this sector. IT in Plain English How do you decide what training is essential for your organisation’s IT team? In this week’s segment, Tammy discusses why Microsoft skills are becoming even more critical for organisations’ cybersecurity risks and IT administration tools. Sign-up here to subscribe to the “Executive with a Cause” newsletter. You can submit your question to Tammy Ven Dange by messaging her on LinkedIn, and maybe she’ll answer it on the show. Links & Resources KeithCantlie Recruitmentwebsitewebsite Other Episodes Mentioned in this Show our Episode 01 interviewour Episode 13 interview Credits Thanks to our Producer, Nick Whatman, and the entire team at Lonsdale St. Studio. Thanks also to our Digital Content Creator, Laura Kleinrahm.