Mesh Keynote with Jessica Jackley, co-founder of Kiva.org

Posted on April 14, 2009 by communicable

I attended #mesh09 and decided to share some of my notes. My favourite was the keynote with Jessica Jackley, co-founder of Kiva.org. Kiva Microfunds is an organization that allows people to lend money via the Internet to microfinance institutions in developing countries which in turn lend the money to small businesses. – Jessica nominated as [...]

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Blog Writing: Quality Trumps Quantity

Posted on April 3, 2009 by communicable

I came across an excellent blog post this morning via my bloglines. Here’s a quote and I urge you click on the link if you are interested in sustainable blog writing. ” Most people start blogs and newsletters brimming over with enthusiasm, then lose momentum. That’s why you need a plan.[...] Frequency builds recognition and [...]

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MyCharity Connects Conference

Posted on April 2, 2009 by communicable

CanadaHelps will host a two-day conference on Philanthropy 2.0 for the charitable sector.  Comprised of 4 keynotes and 25 workshops on various “Philanthropy 2.0” topics including social networking, online fundraising campaigns, e-newsletters and blogs. I will be giving a workshop on the social  media strategy, alongside many great speakers and workshoppers. So register before the conference is [...]

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