Contagious Culture

What does it really take to turn a first conversation into a million-dollar impact? In this episode, I take you inside a live client intake call with a mission-driven organization, unpacking the questions, insights, and strategies that set the stage for successful fundraising. You’ll see how our 4P Framework, Prepare, Prove, Partner, Propel, guides organizations to build their strategy, board, prospect list, and story, while connec...

In this live episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King sits down with Coretta Dixon, Director of Organizational Effectiveness and Change Leadership, to explore how real transformation begins from within. Coretta has led large-scale initiatives across industries like education, finance, healthcare, and aviation, helping organizations build adaptive cultures, high-trust teams, and scalable people systems that truly perform...

What makes an event unforgettable? How do you turn a gathering into an experience that inspires, connects, and leaves a lasting impact?

In this episode of Contagious Culture, we sit down with Corey J Frank, Founder of Spoken Red, a dynamic Event Experience Strategist, Host, Dance Instructor, and Wellness Coach with nearly two decades of transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary legacies. From corporate activations and nonpro...

In this episode of the Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King shows you how to turn casual supporters into passionate champions of your mission. Using the Building a Donor Profile Worksheet, you’ll learn to uncover your donors’ values, motivations, giving habits, and what truly drives them to give. This is more than fundraising, it’s about creating meaningful connections, building trust, and inspiring long-term loyalty. If you wan...

Strong boards build strong organizations, but assembling, engaging, and keeping the right members is easier said than done. In this episode, we break down five actionable steps to help you recruit board members who are aligned with your mission, retain them through meaningful engagement, and develop their capacity to make a bigger impact.

Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, executive director, or aspiring board member, you’ll walk a...

What happens after the world celebrates your baby,  but forgets you? In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King sits down with Dar Bordiny, founder of Imperfectly Mothering, to explore the silent struggles of postpartum life and the power of building authentic support systems for new mothers.

Dar shares her personal journey of feeling “grateful and grieving”  deeply in love with her baby, yet disconnected from her...

In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, host Kyle King sits down with Raechelle Petteway, Chief Development Officer at Freedom School Partners, to unpack what it really takes to build meaningful partnerships that drive both social impact and business growth.

With over 15 years of experience in development, marketing, and corporate philanthropy, Raechelle has mastered the art of connecting purpose with performance. From h...

As a leader, you’re responsible for driving culture, performance, and people forward, but what drives you? Too often, leaders sacrifice their own health in the name of productivity, pushing through fatigue, stress, and pain until burnout becomes the norm. In this powerful episode, Dr. Aissa McGuirl joins Kyle King to reveal how your physical health directly impacts your leadership capacity, decision-making, and emotional resilience...

In this episode of the Contagious Culture Podcast, we sit down with Brandi Barron, 2023 Salutatorian from Johnson C. Smith University, branding expert, and passionate advocate for social impact and youth empowerment. Brandi Barron shares her journey from student to professional, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and her insights on creating communities where belonging, purpose, and identity drive real impact. We dive into h...

In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle S. King sits down with Bea Sonnendecker, founder of SuiteC and advisor to thousands of C-Suite leaders, to explore the unspoken truths of leadership at the top. Bea shares her experiences working with over 10,000 executives, revealing why the most successful leaders thrive not just because of effort or strategy, but because of trust, empathy, and the quality of their networks.

In this episode, Kyle S. King sits down with Nima Farshchi, an innovative educator and changemaker dedicated to transforming how we think about learning and leadership. Together, they explore how education can be a true catalyst for societal change, not just within classrooms, but across communities and generations. Nima shares his journey and insights on building inclusive, purpose-driven learning environments, reimagining the ro...

What does it really take for schools to rise above challenges and lead with purpose, clarity, and excellence? In this inspiring episode, Kyle S. King sits down with NaTasha Grimes, founder of Ascension Solutions, to unpack how intentional leadership can transform not only classrooms, but entire school communities.

NaTasha shares her powerful A.S.C.E.N.D. framework, guiding leaders to build stronger systems, empower teachers, and cr...

Every nonprofit has a mission,  but not every mission becomes a movement. The difference is how you tell your story. In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King explores how nonprofit leaders can turn their message into a bridge that connects their mission with the right supporters.

Kyle walks you through defining your Soul Mate Donor, mapping the donor journey, and building engagement systems that turn one-time su...

In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King unpacks eleven powerful questions that every nonprofit and school leader should be asking to realign their mission, strengthen their culture, and lead with greater clarity.

Leadership in the nonprofit world can easily become consumed by fundraising goals, board meetings, and day-to-day fires. But true impact begins with reflection. Kyle walks listeners through a framework...

Too many nonprofit leaders are working harder than ever, but not seeing the growth, funding, or impact they envisioned. In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King breaks down the one essential shift that separates thriving organizations from those that are simply surviving.

Kyle explores why culture and clarity are more powerful than strategy alone, and how leadership alignment directly affects fundraising, staff ...

In this Educator’s Edition of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King breaks down the six essential stages every school must go through to truly transform its culture, from chaos to clarity, from compliance to commitment. Drawing from his work with schools across the country, Kyle reveals the patterns, pain points, and breakthroughs that define each stage of the journey.

Listeners will gain insight into how to assess where their ...

In this Educator’s Edition of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King dives into what it truly means to create a culturally relevant classroom, one where every student feels seen, valued, and empowered to succeed. In this episode, Kyle shares five practical tips that educators can use to connect learning to students’ lived experiences, celebrate diversity, and foster belonging without losing academic rigor.

From rethinking curric...

In this Educator’s Edition of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King shares seven practical, high-impact classroom activities designed to spark engagement, deepen understanding, and strengthen the overall learning experience. Whether you’re teaching in person or online, these strategies will help you create a more dynamic, student-centered environment where curiosity thrives and participation becomes contagious.

From simple dail...

In this episode of The Contagious Culture Podcast, Kyle King sits down with Johnnel Newman to explore how your personal story, struggles, and successes can become the foundation of your professional breakthrough.

Together, Kyle and Johnnell break down actionable steps to transform your message into meaningful impact, whether it’s leading with authenticity, inspiring your team, or building a platform that truly resonates. You’ll hea...