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Episode Synopsis
Today's episode is about preparing for innovation and not letting roadblocks stop non-profit and for-profit organizations from growing.
Dave and Carly welcome guest Stewart Severino. Stewart has spent 25 years in the MarTech industry, working with notable brands such as United Airlines, Waste Management, and Intrawest Resorts. His unique blend of experience has helped many big companies and foster tech startups. Stewart draws from his rich background, offering practical insights into thinking outside the box and overcoming challenges in the dynamic landscapes of today’s organization.
Through the episode, Stewart emphasizes innovation practices and developing audience retention strategies. The group dives into the critical topic of preparing organizations for innovation and dissects why assumptions can be the biggest barrier to progress.
Today’s Topics:
Navigating the innovation landscape.
How to identify and overcome assumptions in innovation.
How to create a balance between purpose and profit.
Stewart’s journey from the MarTech industry to leading innovation at The Navigators, a worldwide para-church organization.
Strategies for challenging assumptions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
We hope you enjoy our conversation with Stewart!
Season Three of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:
Imago Consulting
Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.
Masterworks
The mission of Masterworks is to help you accomplish yours. We offer a complete range of innovative marketing and fundraising solutions to help Christian organizations of all sizes. We have over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, data & analytics, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency.
Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Jenna Owens.
Dave and Carly welcome guest Stewart Severino. Stewart has spent 25 years in the MarTech industry, working with notable brands such as United Airlines, Waste Management, and Intrawest Resorts. His unique blend of experience has helped many big companies and foster tech startups. Stewart draws from his rich background, offering practical insights into thinking outside the box and overcoming challenges in the dynamic landscapes of today’s organization.
Through the episode, Stewart emphasizes innovation practices and developing audience retention strategies. The group dives into the critical topic of preparing organizations for innovation and dissects why assumptions can be the biggest barrier to progress.
Today’s Topics:
Navigating the innovation landscape.
How to identify and overcome assumptions in innovation.
How to create a balance between purpose and profit.
Stewart’s journey from the MarTech industry to leading innovation at The Navigators, a worldwide para-church organization.
Strategies for challenging assumptions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
We hope you enjoy our conversation with Stewart!
Season Three of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:
Imago Consulting
Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.
Masterworks
The mission of Masterworks is to help you accomplish yours. We offer a complete range of innovative marketing and fundraising solutions to help Christian organizations of all sizes. We have over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, data & analytics, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency.
Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Jenna Owens.
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