Category: Events

Misteaks Happen – Join us for FailFest 2016

February 11, 2016
by Dawn Crawford

Free beer and mistakes often go hand-in-hand. But on March 8, the storied combination is going to look …

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Selfie Sticks and Social Media at NC Tech 4 Good

June 12, 2015
by Brian Crawford

There was a selfie-stick photo booth, a buffet of delicious snacks, and a raffle for free swag. No, …

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NCTech4Good a Rocking Success

June 10, 2014
by Dawn Crawford

As it is every year, the NCTech4Good Conference is an awesome opportunity to connect with nonprofit rock stars. …

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Pinterest: Get Ugly for a Cause & Don’t be a Labyrinth Junk Lady

February 14, 2012
by Dawn Crawford

Since it’s Valentine’s Day, I should be spouting my love of Pinterest, but really I’m hope you get …

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Aha Moment: Activate Good’s “Won’t You Be My Volunteer?”

February 9, 2012
by Dawn Crawford

This is a post in our series of “Aha Moments” which feature great ideas from nonprofits and small …

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Leadership Asheville – Summer Leadership Series

July 5, 2011
by Dawn Crawford

Join BC/DC Ideas in Asheville, NC for the Leadership Asheville’s Summer Leadership Series on Tuesday, July 11. Dawn …

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Rockin’ Out with Nonprofit Tech Superstars – #11NTC

March 8, 2011
by Dawn Crawford

I am excited to be heading out to the NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference next week from March 17 …

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10 Things I Learned at #10NTC

May 1, 2010
by Dawn Crawford

I recently attended and presented at the NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference in Atlanta, GA from April 7 – …

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#10NTC A Lot Excited, A Little Nervous and Incredibly Awestruck

April 1, 2010
by Dawn Crawford

It’s a week until I leave for NTEN’s 2010 Nonprofit Technology Conference in Atlanta, GA. I’m a lot …

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Presenting at NCIHC in Chicago

February 11, 2010
by Dawn Crawford

Dawn has been selected to present at the 9th National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions (NCIHC) in …

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Prior to joining BC/DC Ideas, Kate coordinated website and social media content, communications, and advertising for Go Global NC and Alzheimer’s NC.

Things that make her happy: I love animals about as much as I love working for nonprofits.

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CONTENT COORDINATOR

Mishel brings a passion for video storytelling and quippy social media content to the team.  At BC/DC Ideas, she is most likely editing video or scheduling the next moving social media post for our clients.

Her ear for storytelling is her greatest asset. Mishel has a unique ability to assemble content into a concise story that moves audiences to action.

A graduate of Wake Forest University she spent a semester in Spain and years serving her community through the campus organizations. Now, she is putting her passion for good to work.

Brian Crawford

creative director

Mix equal parts nerd and creativity and that’s Brian. A natural problem-solver, Brian’s ability to cut to the core of any problem helps guide our creative team to the correct solution without wasted time or money. It’s the core, this little nugget of truth, that helps our clients take the next step with their audiences.

Brian gets the greatest joy out of helping our clients realize and connect with their story. He is a true believer that everyone and every organization has a compelling story to tell, you just have to listen with an open heart.

Things that make him happy: Hanging out at the park with family, toddler-speak, hitting the focus pull, and good coffee.

Dawn Crawford

principal

The engine behind BC/DC Ideas, Dawn has dedicated her career to good. Dawn brings her considerable experience and expertise to helping elevate the nonprofit sector. Our team’s lead strategist, Dawn is often seen leading our IdeaStorms, penning communications plans, or checking in with clients.

Before launching BC/DC Ideas in 2010, she earned her chops in 10+ years of communications leadership roles for public health, healthcare and youth-focused nonprofits. Working for nonprofits is Dawn’s dream job, and she loves that her 40+ hours a week make the world a better place.

Things that make her happy: A glass of champagne to celebrate big wins, Basecamp, living in the South, seeing the world, and a well-formatted spreadsheet.