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.

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IT in PLAIN ENGLISH

In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, "What is a QR Code?"

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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.

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IT in PLAIN ENGLISH

In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, “Why are ransomware attacks increasing?”

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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.

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IT in PLAIN ENGLISH

In this week’s segment, Tammy answers the question, “What is a VPN?”

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LINKS & RESOURCES

• Connect with Chris on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hatherly-6a064a3a/
• Learn more by visiting the Academy of Social Sciences website https://socialsciences.org.au/ 

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:

• Watch our interview with Kate Luke of Little Oak Sanctuary

• Watch our interview with Heidi Prowse, formerly of MIEACT

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