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BrightIAM

Lucy Black
Kilimanjaro
Kidscape
Bullying
Fundraising
Philanthropy
Data and Insight In Non-Profit
Donor Centric Philanthropy
Uncharted Summits
Chartered Institute Of Fundraising
AI In Non-Profit Sector
Fundraising Awards (ciof Awards)
Storytelling
Sea To Summit
Tanzania
Anti-Bullying
Community Engagement
New Friendship/mentorship
Documentary
London
Donor Retention

Hosted by Lucy Black, BrightIAM brings you real conversations with the people doing bold, brilliant things for good causes.

Each episode lifts the lid on what it really takes to build campaigns that make a difference - from comms and creativity to courage and community.

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They did it! Picking up the conversation, Lucy continues her chat with the Kilimanjaro team - reflecting on the experience now they’ve had time to process it all.

In this episode, hear from the climbers as they continue to reflect on:

• Their time ... more

They did it! A few months on from their Kilimanjaro climb, Lucy sits down with the team to reflect on what it really meant - beyond the summit.

In this episode of BrightIAM,  hear from the climbers as they share more about:

- Their time on the mount... more

In this soul-stirring episode, Lucy welcomes BrightIAM’s newest recruit, Jocelyn Crouch, whose story begins with a poster in a train station coffee shop and leads to a sign-up within just three days. But this isn’t just about a spontaneous decision. ... more

In this deeply moving episode of BrightIAM, we sit down with two extraordinary women - Cerri McDonald and Rosee Elliot - whose personal journeys through life and inspirational spirit would lift that mountain off of the ground. We talk bullying, exclu... more

In this high-energy episode, Lucy sits down with Josh Braid, Ollie Kuehne, and Sam Wood - the unstoppable trio behind the Sea-Summit challenge to unpack their Ironman-worthy journey from sea level to the summit of Kilimanjaro for Kidscape.

From coas... more

In this energising episode of BrightIAM, Lucy Black welcomes two powerhouse

voices from the fundraising sector - Erin Freeman and Leigh Wetherall from The

Charted Institute of Fundraising special interest group: ‘Insight in Fundraising’ for a dynamic... more

In this energizing and insightful episode of BrightIAM, we sit down with Courtney Harrness - nonprofit leader, grant-writing expert, and community builder—to explore the transformative power of relationships and storytelling in the nonprofit world.

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In this episode, “Why Fundraising Feels So Gross (And It Doesn’t Have To),” Mark Dobosz and Lucy Black unpack the messy, all-too-familiar dynamics that make fundraising feel like a transaction instead of a connection.

Over 40 minutes, they dig into ... more

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Recent Guests

Carol Sorby
Trek participant featured in BrightIAM episode about Kilimanjaro climb
BrightIAM Kidscape fundraiser
Episode: Mountain Edition #9: After Climb, After Chat Part 2
Andrew Barton
Ambassador for Kidscape, involved in the Kilimanjaro trek
Kidscape
Episode: Mountain Edition #9: After Climb, After Chat Part 2
Kerry McDonald
Trek participant who climbed Kilimanjaro
Prospect 13 (sponsor noted)
Episode: Mountain Edition #9: After Climb, After Chat Part 2
Rosie Elliott
Participant nicknamed Mama Simba, climber
BrightIAM Trek Participants
Episode: Mountain Edition #9: After Climb, After Chat Part 2
Jo Crouch
Trek participant who joined the Kilimanjaro climb
BrightIAM
Episode: Mountain Edition #9: After Climb, After Chat Part 2
Tracy Harris
Trek participant from Westgate Salon
Westgate Salon
Episode: Mountain Edition #8: After Climb, After Chat Part 1
Dale Rubin
Mountain videographer
Uncharted Summits
Episode: Mountain Edition #8: After Climb, After Chat Part 1
Cerri McDonald
Marketer with Prospect 13, Kilimanjaro climber
Prospect 13
Episode: Mountain Edition #6: Cerri McDonald and Rosee Elliott
Rosee Elliott
Image consultant and Kilimanjaro climber
Independent
Episode: Mountain Edition #6: Cerri McDonald and Rosee Elliott

Host

Lucy Black
Host of BrightIAM

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Charity sector spotlight #1: Mark Dobosz from Mozaic Senior Life
Q: Why does fundraising feel iccy or uncomfortable at times?
The guest explains that the field has swung toward sales techniques, losing the humanity of philanthropy and overlooking the donor's personal motivations, which leads to discomfort and burnout.
Impact at Altitude #4: Carole Sorbie
Q: How has the journey of grief influenced her decision to climb Kilimanjaro?
The climb provides a direction and purpose after loss, turning grief into a motivating force to help others through bearing witness, learning, and joining a community that shares resilience and support.
Impact at Altitude #4: Carole Sorbie
Q: What's next for Carole after Kilimanjaro, especially in relation to the My New Hair charity?
Post-climb, Carole plans to expand training for hair professionals, build partnerships with brands like L'Oréal, and continue fundraising activities that support wigs and hair loss solutions for cancer patients.
Impact at Altitude #4: Carole Sorbie
Q: What is Trevor's broader story and how did Carole meet him?
Trevor came from a family of barbers and discovered his passion for hairdressing, which led to a celebrated career and charitable work. Carole first met him when she accompanied a friend undergoing chemotherapy who needed a wig; Trevor's work inspired her involvement in supporting others.
Impact at Altitude #3: Dan Lustig
Q: What are you doing to raise funds for Kidscape?
He outlines a mix of client outreach, salon events, and digital giving via GiveStar, plus potential private events with partners to drive donations and awareness.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BrightIAM

What is BrightIAM about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show centers on mission-driven campaigns, experiential fundraising, and leadership in the charity sector. Guests include trek participants, ambassadors, and organizational leaders who share personal journeys, team dynamics, and the practicalities of turning bold adventures into fundraising impact for anti-bullying and related causes. The conversations highlight resilience, community, storytelling, and the power of authentic donor and audience engagement, often weaving in documentary projects, sponsorships, and the role of media in broadening a cause's reach. A standout pattern is the emphasis on purpose-driven action, female empowerment, and building supportive communities around challenging goals, which makes it... more

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What guests have appeared on BrightIAM?

Recent guests on BrightIAM include:

1. Carol Sorby
2. Andrew Barton
3. Kerry McDonald
4. Rosie Elliott
5. Jo Crouch
6. Tracy Harris
7. Dale Rubin
8. Cerri McDonald

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