//podcastplus.net/feed/the-smart-communications-podcast~81a7ae60 The Smart Communications Podcast helps busy nonprofit leaders build their communications skills and develop their organization’s voice. Every episode shares insights and practical tips to help you leverage strategic communications to advance your nonprofit’s mission. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 02:23:07 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/28429b65-93b9-4640-9e1c-33ab084072d2.mp3 Managing feedback doesn’t have to be messy or overwhelming. In this episode, Farra Trompeter, co-director, is joined by J Kelley, senior account manager, to walk through thoughtful steps to synthesize and clarify feedback—helping teams collaborate more efficiently, reduce confusion, and move forward with confidence. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/28429b65-93b9-4640-9e1c-33ab084072d2.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/957b3659-94c4-4d4c-8314-ce8372e16ac1.mp3 What does it look like when a foundation goes beyond grants to strengthen nonprofits? Ally Dommu, director of service development, and Brittany DeNovellis, capacity building program manager, at the T. Rowe Price Foundation, share how communications capacity building can deepen impact at your organization. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/957b3659-94c4-4d4c-8314-ce8372e16ac1.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/74b743dd-4721-46c4-b538-18a796d40e66.mp3 Join Farra Trompeter, co-director, and Michelle Flores Vryn, CFRE, head of development at iNaturalist, as they discuss how to prioritize audiences and share examples of how being more limited in your approach to audiences ties to branding and communications. Wed, 29 May 2024 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/74b743dd-4721-46c4-b538-18a796d40e66.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/fec00603-58ae-4324-b1f2-4daa466b23d1.mp3 How do you hire for a strong communications team? Co-directors, Farra Trompeter and Elizabeth Ricca zoom out and talk about communications in general, why nonprofits are investing more now in how they structure their communications teams, and talk through four questions to guide your next communications hire. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/fec00603-58ae-4324-b1f2-4daa466b23d1.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/7a330822-4c01-4dbd-bdd4-5e09368e3b1c.mp3 Farra Trompeter, co-director, sits down with Mara Mintz, consultant, and account lead, and Caitlin Corda, head of marketing, brand, and business development, from Blue Beyond Consulting to discuss the importance of change management for nonprofits, especially those going through branding, major campaigns, or strategic planning. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/7a330822-4c01-4dbd-bdd4-5e09368e3b1c.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/f9f0fa02-2ea5-45fd-87a6-3efcd469e470.mp3 Farra Trompeter, co-director, chats with Alyssa Wright, founder and principal of Wright Collective, about what and who is a major donor and encourages organizations to have deeper conversations with donors about the diverse ways they contribute to nonprofit missions. Wed, 02 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/f9f0fa02-2ea5-45fd-87a6-3efcd469e470.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/895b9631-f96c-4851-a681-c91a3531023f.mp3 Farra Trompeter, co-director, welcomes Tania Bhattacharyya, founder of Lumos Marketing, to discuss maximizing LinkedIn for nonprofit staff and the power of personal branding. Get tips for how your organization can use LinkedIn more strategically, including the importance of sharing compelling stories on LinkedIn. Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/895b9631-f96c-4851-a681-c91a3531023f.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/b7dce32c-1f1f-4538-b8e0-58f142e0c5b0.mp3 Farra Trompeter, co-director, and Mariah Monique, founder, and CEO of The Sponsorship Catalyst, discuss the importance of building true partnerships with sponsors and offer pointers on how sponsorships can be a game changer for nonprofits. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/b7dce32c-1f1f-4538-b8e0-58f142e0c5b0.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/9cbc3698-6fbd-451e-bf17-36cbd7e417ab.mp3 Farra Trompeter, co-director, delves into the topic of creating messaging and communications that embody justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) principles with Vanessa Wakeman, founder, and CEO of The Wakeman Agency. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/9cbc3698-6fbd-451e-bf17-36cbd7e417ab.mp3 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/df24ef12-9ee7-4a7e-bbb5-b4d82ebcf353.mp3 Farra Trompeter, co-director, and Ally Dommu, director of service development, share insights and strategies for those starting or looking to refresh their approach to leading communications at their nonprofit. Whether you're onboarding a new communications director or seeking a fresh perspective, this episode offers valuable insights for all. Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/2fe01c10-b768-4ba0-8421-46957b34729e/df24ef12-9ee7-4a7e-bbb5-b4d82ebcf353.mp3