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2016

Wow! Our Facebook Reaction

On Wednesday, February 24, Facebook began a global roll out of Reactions – an extension of likes. The …

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Nonprofit Engagement for a New Facebook

Facebook is constantly changing and evolving, challenging nonprofits to continually evolve with it. The most recent, and very …

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Coming HOME to Facebook

One of the first things we say when it comes to content strategies for Facebook pages is “think …

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Nonprofit Tool Box: Facebook Viral Photos

The new larger format for Facebook photos has uncovered an amazing viral tool. I introduce you to the …

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5 Tips to Activate Your Emergency Social Media Plan

In light of the recent natural disasters – East Coast earthquake, Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee – …

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Aha Moments: FBCENC Social Media Ambassadors Program

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

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Who Can You Reach with $25,000?

$25,000 seems like a lot, but it’s really peanuts in the marketing and communications world. Especially when you …

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The Word from a Social Media Evangelist

As a social media evangelist, I praise the wonders of Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Yes, I have a …

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Riding Shotgun with Social Media Pioneers!

I recently presented on a panel at the Immunization Action Coalition‘s Social Media Summit in Washington, DC where …

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Be Sparkly and Other Tips to Rise Above the Social Media Clutter

I was honored to be part of a panel for the Colorado Nonprofit Association‘s Leadership Luncheon on social …

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Kate Runy

CONTENT & MEDIA SPECIALIST

A passionate technical wizard, Kate thrives on managing online content, social media for communications, and development projects.  Kate is the workhorse of the team, pulling out amazing feats of content creation and management week in and week out. 

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.

Mishel Gomez Cespedes

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.