BTA Charity Voices

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Jan 2025

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BTA provides specialist strategic and fundraising consultancy for charities and non-profits throughout the UK. Based in Central Scotland, BTA aim to be a source of deep knowledge for the Third Sector and so launch this podcast as part of their growing bank of resources about the charity landscape in the UK. In Charity Voices Podcast guests from across the sector will speak each week about their career journey, their current role and their ambitions and hopes for the future of the sector.

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January 15, 2025Episode 8131 min

Leadership Resilience with Dr Patricia Armstrong

Our host Anne Hughes is joined by Dr Patricia Armstrong for the first episode of Series 4 of BTA Charity Voices Podcast.This series plans to focus in on resilience and so we kick off by discussing the publication of Pat's new book, "Holistic Leadership, Resilience, whole life lessons from the 3rd sector".The book, published in December and based on Pat's three year doctoral studies, focuses on the importance of considering all aspects of life for resilience in leadership. It also explores the concept of resilience in the third sector, the importance of having a supportive network, and the need for leaders to be adaptable in a rapidly changing environment. A great conversation emphasising the importance of holistic leadership, self-care, and resilience for leaders in managing the challenges of the charity sector.Purchase the book here using code ESA04 https://www.routledge.com/Holistic-Leadership-Resilience-Whole-Life-Lessons-From-The-Third-Sector/Armstrong/p/book/9781032627151

November 27, 2024Episode 8026 min

Church & Community Development with Dan Rous

In this episode of the BTA Charity Voices Podcast, host Anne Hughes is joined by Dan Rous to discuss church and community development. Dan, a BTA Associate, shares his journey into this field, highlighting his 22 years of experience in Scotland working within the third sector, often with faith-based organisations.

November 13, 2024Episode 7923 min

Interim Leadership with Karen Moore

In this episode of the BTA Charity Voices podcast, Anne Hughes is joined by Karen Moore, an interim leadership expert and BTA Leader. Karen shares her experience of starting her interim leadership work in 2018 after leaving her organization as a substantive CEO.Karen also discusses the services offered by BTA, emphasising that as well as being a recruitment agency, BTA also provides consultancy support and sector knowledge - highlighting the BTA Leaders Programme, which offers specialised support for CEO recruitment and consultancy services. BTA offers a wealth of expertise and knowledge that any charity can access, depending on their needs and budget. Anyone interested in knowing more is encouraged to visit the BTA website www.brucetaitassociates.net or email leaders@brucetaitassociates.com

October 16, 2024Episode 7825 min

1st Charity Shop in the Metaverse with Billy Farrell

In this episode of BTA Charity Voices our host Anne Hughes and Billy Farrell, Director of Income Generation at Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland, discuss the potential of the metaverse in charity work, with CHSS charity shop being the first on the metaverse. The conversation also touches on the potential of the metaverse for fundraising, improving understanding of conditions, and as a recruitment tool, with Billy sharing his experiences of transitioning from retail to fundraising and the benefits of a collaborative approach.

October 2, 2024Episode 7740 min

Collaboration in Fundraising LIVE at CIOF Scotland Conference

This episode of BTA Charity Voices Podcast was recorded with an audience of fundraisers at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Scotland Conference in Glasgow on Tuesday 24th October.Joining the panel were Katie Docherty, Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising; Nicola Gunn, Director of Development, Brand & Engagement at Scottish SPCA and Managing Director of BTA Mhairi Cameron.A great conversation about what collaboration can look like within Fundraising, some lessons learned and some gems of wisdom.

September 18, 2024Episode 7627 min

Purpose Driven Leadership with Jon Duschinsky

In this episode of the BTA Charity Voices Podcast, host Anne Hughes and Jon Dushinsky discuss purpose-driven leadership, emphasising the importance of understanding an organisation's purpose and destination. They also explore the concept of two paths in life, the path of a predictable future and the path of a highest value, and the need to operate from a place of confidence and purpose. Most excitingly they invite listeners to a two-day program called the 'Purpose Driven Leadership Journey Essentials', designed to help Charity Leaders connect with their purpose and highest value path.www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-purpose-driven-leadership-journey-empowering-non-profit-leaders-tickets-1021509150367?aff=oddtdtcreator

September 11, 2024Episode 7525 min

Creating Sustainable Organisations with Ann McKechin

An insightful discussion looking at the concept of sustainable organisations and the introduction of a new service from BTA - a survey tool designed to help organisations align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.www.brucetaitassociates.net/how-to-improve-your-income-generation-and-fundraising

August 28, 2024Episode 7430 min

Trustee Recruitment

Anne Hughes is joined by Emma Patmore, Associate Consultant Trustee Recruitment & Development at BTA for a discussion about the importance of trustee recruitment and development within the Third Sector, emphasising the need for diverse skills and experiences, and the significance of good governance practices. This episode of the podcast is filled with lots of advice and tips for those who are considering becoming a Trustee and for those organisations looking to succession plan and recruit new trustees.emma.p@brucetaitassociates.com

August 7, 2024Episode 7327 min

Collaboration For A Community

In this episode I'm chatting about the community of Drumchapel with Laura Divers of 3D Drumchapel and Peter Divers of G15 Youth Project. This conversation shares a wonderful example of how communities can thrive when they journey with the people who use their services and makes a call for us all to begin mapping how we can collaborate for the greater good.

July 24, 2024Episode 7218 min

Call For Collaboration with Emma Wolfe

Emma Wolfe, the founder of Safe Havens, a charity born out of her service accommodation management company, Pillow Partners, joins us for this weeks podcast to discuss her organisation's mission and make a call for future collaborations. Safe Havens aims to use properties for good causes, providing funded stays to those in need, repurposing linens and food, and supporting young entrepreneurs. Emma seeks collaborations collaborations with other charities and wants to connect them via this podcast.emma@pillowpartners.co.uk