Best OReilly Data Podcasts (2025)

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274. Innovative Urban Learning with Kalimah Fergus Ayele 34:11

11h ago34:11

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What if your city was your classroom? In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we meet Kalimah Fergus Ayele, Head of the New York City campus of The Winchendon School, a high school program that reimagines education through experiential learning and citywide engagement. Kalimah shares the origins of this innovative school model and the intentional desi…

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#121 - Canva's Playbook: Scaling Teams, Tech, and AI with Adam Schuck // Senior Engineering Director @ Canva 1:01:03

2d ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Insights into hypergrowth, late-stage career frameworks, AI adoption, and the tech powering Canva's collaborative editor. In this episode, Tobi chats with Adam Schuck, Senior Engineering Director at Canva, a company that has scaled to over 5,000 employees, 2,000+ engineers, and 230 million MAUs while remaining profitable. Adam shares his journey th…

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273. Summer Learning Through Outdoor Joy with Lisa Gitelson 29:57

5d ago29:57

29:57

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the powerful intersection of summer camp and education with Lisa Gitelson, CEO of the Fresh Air Fund. With over 148 years of impact, the Fresh Air Fund offers low-income youth from New York City transformative summer experiences—think swimming, hiking, stargazing, and leadership training—all designed …

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272. Reimagining EdTech and Data with Chris Hull 31:26

12d ago31:26

31:26

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we dive into the transformative power of data in education with Chris Hull, former educator and co-founder of Otus. Otus is a K-12 assessment and data insights platform designed to centralize the many fragmented tools educators use and provide actionable data to drive student success. Chris brings a deep underst…

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#120 - AI's Singularity & Commoditization: Navigating Hype vs. Reality with Georg Zoeller // Co-Founder @ C4AIL 1:13:51

18d ago1:13:51

1:13:51

Debunking AI hype, exploring security risks, and strategies for CTOs in the age of rapid change. In this episode, Tobi talks with Georg Zoeller, Co-Founder of the Centre for AI Leadership and mercenaries.ai, about the turbulent landscape of AI. Georg, with his background at Meta and deep expertise in AI strategy, cuts through the hype surrounding A…

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271. Transforming Education Through Teaming with Nick Salmon, Mar Cano Mesa, and Erin O’Reilly 33:04

21d ago33:04

33:04

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're joined by Nick Salmon, Mar Cano Mesa, and Erin O’Reilly, co-authors of TeamEd, a transformative guide to collaboration in education. Together, they share the story behind their international partnership and their deeply rooted belief that teaming—at every level of the education ecosystem—is essential to bu…

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270. Revolutionizing Math Education with Dr. Aditya Nagrath 30:13

28d ago30:13

30:13

Math anxiety holds many students back, but what if we could change the way they experience mathematics? In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we sit down with Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy, to explore how his innovative approach helps students master years of math in just a few months—using only 10 minutes a da…

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#119 - Navigating Ambiguity and AI's Impact on Engineering feat. Ivan Kusalic // CTO @ Enpal 56:31

1M ago56:31

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Leading in ambiguous environments and the impact of AI on engineering practices In this episode, Tobi talks with Ivan Kusalic, CTO of Enpal, who leads a team of 250 engineers at one of Germany's leading solar energy companies. Ivan shares insights from his extensive technical leadership journey and his recent return to coding after seven years due …

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269. AI as a Positive Disruptor in Education with Jose Moreno 33:12

1M ago33:12

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In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education with Jose Moreno, founder and CEO of Neulight. Jose's company is at the forefront of using AI to empower educators through their innovative product, IntelliTier, which helps schools implement personalized student support systems with data-driven…

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268. Jazz Lab & STEM with Stephanie Matthews 29:46

1M ago29:46

29:46

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of jazz in education with Stephanie Matthews, Executive Director of A Tribe for Jazz. Stephanie has pioneered Jazz Lab, an innovative pilot program that integrates jazz with STEM education to foster creativity, collaboration, and emotional wellness in students. Backed by the B…

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#118 - Radical Engineering Culture and High Bar Hiring feat. Stefan Richter // Founder & CTO @ freiheit.com technologies 1:02:51

2M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Ship Great Software Through Simplicity and Discipline Discover insights into building a high-performance engineering organization with Stefan Richter, founder of freiheit.com technologies. With 25+ years of experience delivering successful software projects for the Who’s Who of European businesses and industries, Stefan shares his philosophy of rad…

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267. Empowering Kids: Rethinking Grades and Stress with Ned Johnson 33:57

2M ago33:57

33:57

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we sit down with Ned Johnson, co-author of “The Self-Driven Child” and “What Do You Say?”. Ned’s unique blend of experience as a successful academic tutor and a dedicated advocate for student autonomy helps us explore how control and agency shape a child’s mental health and intrinsic motivation. We discuss why a…

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266. Leading with Paws: Empowering Students Through Unconventional Support with Kim Wilson 31:51

2M ago31:51

31:51

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore how Ferris, a facility dog at Upper Arlington High School, is transforming inclusion and leadership for students with disabilities. Kim Wilson, an Intervention Specialist, shares how Ferris fosters connections, encourages student leadership, and enhances the school community in ways beyond traditional…

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265. Redefining Student Success: The Portrait of a Graduate Movement with Shannon King 31:19

2M ago31:19

31:19

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we dive into the transformative power of the Portrait of a Graduate with Shannon King, Chief Learning Officer at Battelle for Kids. This initiative is reshaping how schools define student success, moving beyond grades and test scores to include durable skills like communication, collaboration, and critical think…

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264. Building a Better School System: The Vision for a Common Global Diploma with Carmela Fleury 34:38

2M ago34:38

34:38

What if education worked for every child, no matter where they lived or how they learned? In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we welcome Carmela Fleury, the creator of the Global Education Meetup Retreat and host of the Global Nomad Parent Podcast. Carmela is on a mission to reimagine education on a global scale with the launch of the Common Globa…

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263. Designing with Kids, Not for Kids with Dave Hersh 32:54

3M ago32:54

32:54

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we’re joined by Dave Hersh, the CEO of InTandem, a groundbreaking organization connecting youth voices with industries to improve products, programs, and services. Dave’s work centers on reducing the barriers that prevent young people from participating in the design of the very systems and tools that impact the…

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Communication, Politics, and Business Success with Patrick O'Reilly 27:02

3M ago27:02

27:02

Patrick O'Reilly, president of OPR Communications, joins us to unravel the complexities of modern communications and politics. Ever wondered how technology like micro-targeting has revolutionized the industry? Get ready to uncover the secrets behind these sophisticated tools while also exploring the timeless essentials of messaging, strategy, and t…

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262. Reimagining Education: Purpose, Agency, and the PEAK Model with Kapono Ciotti 32:27

3M ago32:27

32:27

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the privilege of delving into the personal journey of Kapono Ciotti, CEO of the Pacific American Foundation and co-author of the Landscape Model of Learning. His story, inspired by his parents and his own empowering school experiences, resonates with our shared commitment to reimagining education as a sp…

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#117 - Navigating AI Trends with Dat Tran // Partner & CTO @ DATANOMIQ, VP AI/ML @ Beams Safety AI 1:08:42

3M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Tobi and Dat discuss AI's impact on technical leadership, tools, deep learning, and Europe's innovation scene, including practical use cases for AI agents. AI is moving faster than ever, and staying ahead of the curve is a challenge for every tech leader. In this episode, Dat Tran joins Tobi to break down what’s happening in the AI space, from cutt…

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261. Gamifying Life Skills: How CoLab is Transforming Education with Play with Alan Tang 32:33

3M ago32:33

32:33

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we’re joined by Alan Tang, co-founder of Collaboration Laboratory (CoLab), an award-winning online program that teaches kids life skills through immersive, game-based learning. CoLab combines elements of Pokemon and Sherlock Holmes, using interactive challenges to help kids develop confidence, leadership, and cr…

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260. Latest Trends in Education Doctoral Research with Maggie Broderick 31:43

3M ago31:43

31:43

Dr. Maggie Broderick is the Dissertation Chair in the Department of Teacher Education at National University. National University has doctoral students all over the world and credentials the most PK-12 teachers in the state of California. Because of her position, Maggie has an incredible view of the latest research in teacher education. Today, she …

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#116 - Exploring Platform Engineering feat. Camille Fournier // CTO @ Open Athena & Author @ O'Reilly Media 1:03:04

3M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Platform Teams and DevOps Optimization: Insights from Camille Fournier on platform engineering, career growth, and CTO strategies for success. How do you create an effective platform team and optimize DevOps? Tobi interviews Camille Fournier about her career, technical insights, and best practices in platform engineering. Camille shares her journey…

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259. Root Causes of Chronic Absenteeism with Amber Humm Patnode 33:09

4M ago33:09

33:09

Amber Humm Patnode has spent over a decade researching the root causes of chronic absenteeism and how to address them effectively. She joins us today to explain what the data shows. Amber is the Acting Director of the Proving Ground program, part of Harvard University’s Center for Education Policy Research. She helps school districts assess the dat…

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258. Math Class as Computer Science Class with Chris Orban 28:54

4M ago28:54

28:54

What if instead of pushing every high schooler into Algebra 2, we let them choose a math route that focused more on data science and computers? That’s what Chris Orban and the Math Pathways project are working to make happen in the state of Ohio. On the show today, Chris describes how he’s helping increase access to computer science education for k…

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115 - Exploring Growth and Compliance feat. Dennis Winter // CTO @ Börse Stuttgart 1:02:08

4M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

Scaling Tech in Regulated Industries: Engineering Growth with Security, Compliance, and Culture Ever wondered how regulated companies like stock exchanges handle tech growth? Dennis Winter (CTO @ Börse Stuttgart) shares how to build engineering organizations in regulated environments. With experience from embedded systems to leading tech at Solaris…

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257. Industrial Partnerships as Positive Disrupters with Kasondra Wilson 29:21

4M ago29:21

29:21

Kasondra Wilson was a first generation college student and now works at one of the top consulting firms in the world, Deloitte. She knows firsthand what boost students need in order to thrive in the professional environment. Kasondra is one of our industry partners here at the PAST foundation, and we’re thrilled to have her on the show today. Kason…

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#114 - Building an SDK feat. Dr. Daniel Hauschildt // CPTO @ IMG.LY 41:06

5M ago41:06

41:06

The Tech and Business Side of Building an SDK Get insight into the SDK business (and learn about cross-platform performance and developer marketing) with Dr. Daniel Hauschildt (MD & CPTO at IMG.LY). As a client-side offering (no servers!), IMG.LY needs to take extra steps to ensure reliability on all devices 📱, platforms 💻 and browsers 🌐. From craf…

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256. Portable Innovation Labs (Part 3 of 4) with Iddrisu Seidu and Rich Granger 32:30

5M ago32:30

32:30

Welcome back for the third episode of our four-part series all about our Portable Innovation Labs (PILs). Today, we have a conversation with two community partners who use PILs for their workforce development missions. Iddrisu Seidu from Makerspace Central and Rich Granger from DriveOhio explain how they team up with our rocket-focused PIL. By usin…

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Leadership and Team Dynamics with Angelique Clark 21:08

5M ago21:08

21:08

Unlock the secrets of effective leadership and team building with Angelique Clark, Managing Director of Government Services at leading Washington, DC communications firm 720 Strategies. Angelique offers her hard-won insights into the delicate art of steering teams through the challenging waters of government collaborations. With a keen emphasis on …

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255. Learner-Centered Assessment with Sonn Sam 35:38

5M ago35:38

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If assessments measured how a student is smart, not if a student is smart, our education system would be in a better place. That’s the future Sonn Sam and Big Picture Learning are building towards. And they already have examples of it working. In this conversation, we do a deep dive into learner-centered assessment. We talk about the resistance to …

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#113 - Faster Incident Response feat. Tim Armandpour // CTO @ PagerDuty 50:10

5M ago50:10

50:10

Planning AND Practice: The Secret to Incident Response Plan and PRACTICE for better incident response with insights from Tim Armandpour, CTO of PagerDuty. Learn the secrets to resilience from the team that mitigated the impact of a major outage—handling a 250% traffic surge while delivering on their SLA. Listen to find out: 🛠️ Why planning AND prac…

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Advocacy, Social Media, and Embracing Failure with Alex Dickinson 25:42

5M ago25:42

25:42

Join us as we explore the transformative world of public affairs and digital communications with Alex Dickinson, managing partner of Beekeeper Group. Discover how social media has evolved into a cornerstone of daily communication, allowing even small organizations like patient advocacy groups to amplify their voices in powerful ways. We challenge t…

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254. The Walkabout Way with Melyssa Dominguez and Jenny Long 35:14

5M ago35:14

35:14

Imagine if instead of having to cram for tests and sit through lessons, high schoolers could graduate by navigating six “passages” that prove their practical, creative, and logical skills. Fifty years ago in Jefferson County, Colorado, a group of parents and educators created a school just like that and it’s still thriving today. Melyssa Dominguez …

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Navigating Global Advocacy and Eastern Europe's Hidden Gems with Gerry Gunster 18:11

5M ago18:11

18:11

Ever wondered how one of the world's foremost communications strategists navigates the complex world of international advocacy? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Gerry Gunster, the mastermind behind Gunster Strategies Worldwide, as he uncovers his transformative journey from the bustling corridors of Capitol Hill to the global stage of …

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Shift-Left Analytics

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Shift-left analytics brings analytical processes to the start of the data lifecycle, similar to the shift-left model for data products using tools like Apache Flink. This approach focuses on gaining insights during initial data ingestion and processing, rather than after full processing or storage. In a traditional analytics workflow, teams often w…

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#112 - Cross Functional Team Members feat. Daniel Bartholomae // CTO @ optilyz 49:10

5M ago49:10

49:10

Cross-Functional Team Members: What, Why, How Find out about cross-functional team members with Daniel Bartholomae, CTO at optilyz (direct mail SaaS). At optilyz, team members wear multiple hats—whatever hats they need to own the product lifecycle. From product management and design to development and customer engagement, this model eliminates silo…

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Communication, Data, and Innovation with Ron Howard 22:35

6M ago22:35

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Transform your understanding of data analytics with insights from Ron Howard, the brilliant mind behind Mercury Analytics. Get ready to redefine how you view communication and intelligence as Ron reveals his passion for turning complex data into actionable insights. This episode is your chance to learn how breakthroughs in qualitative and quantitat…

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253. Portable Innovation Labs (Part 2 of 4) with Jessica Fields 30:17

6M ago30:17

30:17

When Jessica Fields carries a PAST Foundation Portable Innovation Lab (PILs) box into a school, kids’ eyes light up. They know they’re about to do something cool and fun. What they probably don’t realize is that they’re also going to be learning standard-aligned content that keeps them on-track with their curriculum. Jessica is a 21st Century Learn…

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The Power of a Strong Parental Leave Policy with Lacey Kempinksi 41:47

6M ago41:47

41:47

If you’re a nonprofit leader looking for strategies to help your organization retain more employees, then give this episode a listen. I sat down with special guest and founder of Balanced Good, Lacey Kempinski, to chat about how her organization is partnering with nonprofits to provide parental leave coverage. She dove into how she supports nonprof…

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252. Microschools as Positive Disruptors with David K. Richards 34:40

6M ago34:40

34:40

Microschools are positive disruptors of our modern education ecosystem. Today, CEO of Changemaker Microschools, David K. Richards, joins the show to help us dig a little deeper into the phenomenon. We discuss the ingredients to starting and sustaining a microschool: finding the right teachers; navigating facility and funding options; and deeply eng…

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#111 - Organising for Impact feat. Eric Bowman // CTO @ King 56:20

6M ago56:20

56:20

Output → Outcome → Impact | Product + Tech | Adjacent Possibilities How do we actually organize people to consistently deliver value and enjoy the process? This, Eric Bowman (CTO @ King) says, is the core challenge facing any CTO. In this thought-provoking episode, Eric shares insights from his remarkable career in gaming (The Sims, King), e-commer…

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Navigating Communications Careers and Building Powerful Teams with Sarah Reinke-Dejak 39:45

6M ago39:45

39:45

Share the journey of Sarah Reinke-Dejak, vice president of marketing at Progyny, who once successfully navigated the world of golf management with scarce knowledge of the sport. Sarah’s career path is a testament to the power of adaptability and self-motivation. In our conversation, she shares how her passion for strategic communications and market…

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251. Love of Learning with Amir Nathoo 31:54

6M ago31:54

31:54

The most important part of a child’s education is developing a love of learning. That’s Amir Nathoo’s motto and what led him to co-found OutSchool. Amir joins the show today to talk about future-proofing education by allowing students to engage with what they are most interested in. OutSchool is a marketplace for live online classes for K-12 learne…

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Making the Pivot to Nonprofit Consulting with Julia Devine 49:08

6M ago49:08

49:08

If you’ve been thinking about a career change, but still want to stay in the nonprofit sector, then this episode is for you! I sat down with special guest, Julia Devine, founder of Relatable Nonprofit. She shared her journey from six-figure nonprofit job to consultant including how she made the shift, stepped out of her comfort zone, and what she w…

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250. Portable Innovation Labs (Part 1 of 4) with Brianna Agomessou 32:29

6M ago32:29

32:29

Welcome to our new mini-series on our Portable Innovation Labs (PILs). Here at the PAST Foundation, we’ve been working hard to make this offering a reality. Now we want to tell you all about it! Our own Brianna Agomessou joins the show today to give an overview of our PIL program. The PIL program is made up of over 40 labs that educators can borrow…

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Presidential Race Dynamics and Digital Influence with Dan Schnur 28:09

6M ago28:09

28:09

Political strategist and professor Dan Schnur joins us to shed light on the electrifying twists and turns of the presidential race. Have you wondered why Donald Trump continues to captivate the Republican base despite legal hurdles, or how Kamala Harris is making waves with her historic candidacy? Prepare to gain fresh insights as we navigate this …

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#110 - Developer Efficiency feat. Rebecca Murphey // Field CTO @ Swarmia & Co-Author of Build 53:29

6M ago53:29

53:29

Aligning engineering with business outcomes, developer productivity and developer experience Become a more effective team in this CTO podcast featuring Rebecca Murphey, Field CTO of Swarmia and co-author of Build. From her years of experience working in the developer productivity organizations at Stripe and Indeed and now at Swarmia, Rebecca knows …

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Politics and Strategy in California with Richard Temple 28:06

7M ago28:06

28:06

Get ready to explore the dynamic and ever-evolving political landscape of California with communications expert Richard Temple. As we navigate the complexities of this predominantly one-party state led by Democrats, you'll uncover how Republicans are strategizing to break through in areas like LA County, the Central Valley, and Orange County. We'll…

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249. Purdue PolyTechnic: A School without Walls with Dr. Keeanna Warren 31:43

7M ago31:43

31:43

Dr. Keeanna Warren, CEO of Purdue Polytechnic High School, says her school is a school without walls. She means that metaphorically of course, but it did physically come to fruition through a student project at one point. Dr. Keeanna Warren joins us on the show today to explain. Purdue Polytechnic High School is a school without walls in the sense …

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Using Cross-Sector Collaboration to Maximize Your Impact with Jennifer Hutchins 46:49

7M ago46:49

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If you’re looking for ways to make a massive, lasting impact with your nonprofit, then this episode is for you. I sat down with special guest, Jennifer Hutchins Executive Director of the Maine Association of Nonprofits and collaboration expert. She spoke on the importance of collaborating across different sectors and how it has transformed nonprofi…

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