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The sgENGAGE Podcast Episode 203: The Ever-Changing Role of Database Administrators

sgEngage

For years, the role of development operations teams has been perceived as a data and technology-focused position within the nonprofit world. As technology, nonprofits, and the way we fundraise has significantly changed over the last few decades, so has the role of the operations team. The evolution and opportunity of the role.

Database 101
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Build a Board for the Digital Future

.orgSource

Garth Jordan, CEO of the American Animal Hospital Association , talked about how that attitude aligns with the Board’s relationship with the executive director and the staff. “We’re Our board’s primary role is fiduciary, and they also guide our strategy. Make sure that you have directors who are aligned with the mission.

Digital 221
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7 tips for preparing your nonprofit for a move to new software

EveryAction

Update your database policies. Update your database policies based on your new software platform (your new vendor or implementation partner should be able to provide some guidance here,) and set aside time for initial and ongoing training.

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Why Higher Ed Professionals Should Attend bbcon 2023

sgEngage

Her standout role in this summer’s Barbie movie—including a very memorable monologue—is only the most recent accomplishment in her career as an actress, producer, and author. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain insights and foster a constructive dialogue on the role of AI in your school. Register here today!

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Five Signs Your Nonprofit Is Ready to Migrate Your Database to the Cloud

Tech Soup

In our 2012 Global Cloud Survey we found that only 12 percent of respondents, mostly from larger organizations, are using cloud-based client relationship management (CRM) database services like Salesforce for Nonprofits , or Microsoft Dynamics CRM. We asked nonprofit cloud database expert, Tal Frankfurt of Cloud4Good.

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How to Start a Nonprofit: 12 Essential Steps for Success

Bloomerang

Choose a board of directors A nonprofit’s board of directors is a governing body typically made up of unpaid volunteers who set policies, determine strategic priorities, and provide oversight. Additionally, clearly outline the requirements of the position so board members can think carefully about whether the role will work for them.

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Developing staff technology skills in your nonprofit

NTEN

A bus driver or cleaning staff might need only a few of these skills, whereas a development director might need all these and many more skills. When assessing the skills of technical staff, such as an IT director or a database administrator, you might be tempted to narrow your focus to only technical skills, which would be a mistake.

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