In this Idea Citizen LIVE conversation, Jim Fruchterman—serial tech entrepreneur, MacArthur Fellow, and founder of Tech Matters—shares why he moved from the for-profit AI world to the nonprofit sector over 30 years ago. Jim has spent decades applying technology to social impact, from disability inclusion to education, human rights, environmental sustainability, and crisis response.

This discussion is hosted by Jackie Domanus, an AI Fractional CMO and Founder of Idea Citizen, a global community exploring the future of leadership, technology, and business. Jackie leads AI-driven marketing strategies and champions conversations that connect innovation with human-centered impact.

We dive into insights from Jim’s new book, “Technology for Good: How Nonprofit Leaders are Using Software and Data to Solve Our Most Pressing Problems.” Learn why nonprofits must play a critical role in shaping ethical AI, how tech can amplify impact without replacing humans, and practical frameworks for responsible data use.

✅ What you’ll learn in this video:

• Why nonprofits should lead in AI adoption and innovation
• How technology for good started with disability inclusion
• The biggest watchouts for nonprofits using AI
• Real-world examples of AI transforming social impact
• Why ethical data practices matter more than ever
• How to measure success for AI in the nonprofit sector

Jim also shares stories from organizations like MomConnect and CareerVillage, and explains why AI is normal technology—not miracle technology—and how nonprofits can leverage it to help more people, better, for less.

Find out more about Jim's new book:
👉 https://fruchterman.org

Connect with Jim on LinkedIn:
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimfruchterman/

Learn more about Tech Matters:
👉 https://techmatters.org

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In this Idea Citizen Mentor Series LIVE, we dive into building and scaling consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands with purpose—from early-stage growth to national distribution—with two inspiring founders:

• Kuda Biza, an experienced CPG entrepreneur and brand builder with a proven track record in launching and scaling purpose-driven consumer brands. Kuda launched a meal delivery service that grew to $20M in annual sales within two years, managed a $100M eCommerce division in a Fortune 500 company, and co-founded a mission-based baked goods company backed by Tony Robbins, IdealabNY, and Loeb.nyc, donating nearly 2 million meals to people in need. Today, Kuda is an author, investor, and advisor passionate about blending profitability with purpose.

• Emilia Rizzuto, Founder & CEO of All Things Elderberry, a WBENC-certified, women-owned wellness brand rooted in community and clean ingredients. After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 15, Emilia turned her personal journey of healing into a mission to make immune support simple, natural, and accessible. Her Missouri-based company partners with Midwest farms to create premium elderberry products—from fresh-pressed elixirs to teas and gummies—that empower families to take charge of their health.

Hosted by Jackie Domanus, an AI Fractional CMO and Founder of Idea Citizen, this conversation explores CPG trends, retail strategy, eCommerce growth, Amazon launch tactics, and founder-led marketing.

✅ What you’ll learn in this video:

• How to scale a purpose-driven CPG brand from farmers markets to national retail
• Why clean labels and community building matter more than ever
• Insider tips for launching on Amazon and TikTok Shop
• How to balance wholesale growth with direct-to-consumer strategy
• Funding options: bootstrapping vs. raising capital for acceleration
• Why “Who Not How” is the mindset shift founders need for rapid growth

Connect with Kuda Biza on LinkedIn:👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kuda-biza/

Check out All Things Elderberry:👉 https://www.allthingselderberry.com

Follow All Things Elderberry:

• Instagram: @allthingselderberry
• Facebook: All Things Elderberry
• TikTok: @allthingselderberry
• LinkedIn: Emilia Rizzuto

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In this Idea Citizen LIVE conversation, we explore how founders can scale fast in the AI era with two innovative leaders:

• Ian Garrett, Co-founder & CEO of SendTurtle, a platform that turns secure file sharing into a trackable, insight-driven experience. With a military background in cybersecurity and PhD research in AI, Ian is passionate about helping founders scale securely while keeping AI costs and complexity under control.

• Jonathan Domanus, Founder & CEO of CardMill, an AI-powered trading card sorting platform that raised $2 million on Kickstarter. Jonathan is building consumer technology to help collectors manage value and verify their collections, while navigating the challenges of scaling B2C AI infrastructure.

Hosted by Jackie Domanus, an AI Fractional CMO and Founder of Idea Citizen, this discussion dives into AI infrastructure, MVP strategy, cost optimization, and founder-led growth.

✅ What you’ll learn in this video:

• Why AI infrastructure can make or break early-stage startups
• How to balance proprietary tech vs. third-party integrations
• The hidden costs of AI—and how to reduce them
• MVP vs. feature creep: what founders need to know
• Lessons from scaling hardware and software products in parallel
• Why community engagement matters for product success

Track Doc Opens (Free):👉 https://www.sendturtle.com

Connect with Ian Garrett on LinkedIn:👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianygarrett/

Learn more about CardMill:👉 https://www.cardmill.com/

Connect with Jonathan Domanus on LinkedIn:👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdomanus/

Follow Jackie Domanus on LinkedIn:👉 http://linkedin.com/in/jackiedomanus/

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