The Discovery Pod

Opportunity Spotlight: Vancouver Island Crisis Society With Elizabeth Newcombe, Executive Director & Karen Love, Board President

Navigating an Executive Director Search requires finding a leader who embodies deep compassion, strategic vision, and an unwavering commitment to community impact. For de

Balancing Priorities & Sustainability With Dr. Jasper Lament, CEO Of The Nature Trust Of BC

British Columbia is home to over 50,000 species, yet competing land demands make preserving these critical habitats an urgent challenge. As CEO of The Nature Trust of Bri

Leading Purpose Through Ambiguity With Danny Glenwright, President & CEO Of Save The Children Canada

In a rapidly changing global landscape marked by shifting geopolitical priorities and reductions in international aid, protecting vulnerable children requires bold leader

The CEO-Physician Partnership: Avery Brohman, CEO Of Victoria Hospitals Foundation, & Dr. Jeff McCracken, Head Of Robotics At Royal Jubilee And Victoria General Hospitals

A successful healthcare foundation relies on strong trust between clinical leaders and executive visionaries. Establishing an effective CEO-physician partnership can tran

Trust Before Dollars: Leadership Lessons With Allison Young, CEO, KGH Foundation

Healthcare is changing rapidly, demanding that organizations look past traditional fundraising to build deep, trust-based community relationships. At the forefront of thi

From Charity To Change With Hilary Pearson, Author And Founding President Of Philanthropic Foundations Canada

How do we move from simple, transactional giving to creating real, lasting change in our communities? The answer lies in the shift toward relational philanthropy, a conce

Advocacy, Data, And The Future Of The Sector With Angie Gélinas, President & CEO, The Nonprofit Chamber

How can we shift the perception of the social profit sector from being seen as a charitable afterthought to essential civic infrastructure? At the forefront of this movem

Opportunity Spotlight: BC Cancer Foundation With Becky Yost, Executive Director, Development

Building an impactful philanthropic strategy requires visionary leadership at the intersection of donor insights and data science. Selecting the right leader to drive res

Finding The Right Pace As A New CEO With Brian Torrance, President & CEO Of ParticipACTION

Stepping into a major leadership role is a thrilling milestone, but finding the right pace can be one of the greatest challenges for any incoming executive. Striking the

AI, Creativity, And The Future Of Art Education: Dr. Trish Kelly, President + Vice-Chancellor, Emily Carr University Of Art And Design

As post-secondary institutions navigate a rapidly changing landscape, leaders are called to think outside the box to secure a sustainable future. Leading Canada’s number-

Donor Advised Funds In Canada With Jo-Anne Ryan, VP, Philanthropic Advisory Services, TD Wealth

Philanthropy is undergoing a major shift across Canada as donor preferences evolve and strategic giving structures become essential. Navigating options like donor advised

Building For The Future With Andrea Seale, CEO Of The Canadian Cancer Society

Navigating a complex healthcare landscape requires bold leadership, strategic clarity, and a deep commitment to collective action. As CEO of the Canadian Cancer Society,

Donor Research In The Age Of AI With Elanna Giang, Director Of Research & Analytics, The Discovery Group

Nonprofit leaders often struggle to identify and engage the right supporters, leaving valuable philanthropic opportunities untapped. Building sustainable donor growth req

Season 10 Reflections: 4 Themes That Will Shape The Year Ahead With Douglas Nelson, Host

The social profit sector is undergoing significant shifts, demanding that leaders distinguish between what is truly important and what is merely urgent. In this final epi

The Exceptional Series: Leadership And Learnings From Jennifer Gillivan, Sharon Avery, Michael McKnight, & Wendy Beauchesne

Mastering nonprofit leadership strategies requires a unique blend of emotional intelligence, adaptability, and governance expertise. In this episode, we sit down with fou

What We Heard: What It Takes To Get Big Things Done With Jen Rose, Douglas Nelson, Christoph Clodius, And Ainsley Dowle

Transformational change within the social profit sector is not an overnight success story. It requires a strategic plan, deep internal alignment, and courageous preparati

Opportunity Spotlight: VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation With Katherine Pui, Associate Vice-President, Philanthropy

Katherine Pui, the Associate Vice-President of Philanthropy at the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, shares her transition from a medical background to full-time healthcare

Preparing For Transformation: What It Takes To Get Big Things Done – The Discovery Dialogues Toronto With Kelly Cole, President & CEO, Sunnybrook Foundation, & Aaron Sanderson, CEO, Kids Help Phone Foundation

Achieving transformational change is a universal goal for nonprofit leaders, but it requires more than just scaling programs or ambitious growth plans. In this episode, w

The Human Side Of AI: Strengthening Culture And Leadership In Nonprofits With Tadzio Smith, Co-Founder & CEO, Rapport

It is quite ironic to use AI tools to help human skills, but one company out there is doing exactly just that. Douglas Nelson sits down with Tadzio Smith, Co-Founder and

Rethinking Philanthropy Through An Indigenous Lens With Emily Cabrera, Executive Director, RAVEN

Traditional philanthropy in Canada has long been defined by transactions, KPIs, and metrics. But what happens when we shift the focus toward relationships, reciprocity, a