The5 with Derek Ozkal of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation

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Derek Ozkal is a Senior Program Officer at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Derek joins The5 to discuss AI for Nonprofits. This engaging session takes us through a number of topics getting into understanding AI, preparing for the future, and even weaving in brief mentions of Taylor Swift and Skynet.

Derek Ozkal is a senior program officer at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where he leads problem-based grantmaking initiatives on workforce development, entrepreneurship, and the future of work. He collaborates with various stakeholders including researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and entrepreneurs to foster equity and impact through research, evaluation, and learning. He manages a diverse portfolio of research projects and provides thought leadership on topics such as the changing nature of entrepreneurship, the impact of technology on labor markets, the decline of business dynamism, and the development of a holistic and inclusive research community. He is skilled in research translation, relationship building, budget management, and operational processes.

Before joining the Kauffman Foundation, Derek was the research director for the Kansas City Business Journal, where he covered and analyzed various economic topics and industries. He earned an Executive MBA from Washington University in St. Louis and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Truman State University. He is a cross functional leader and a passionate advocate for advancing more inclusive economic prosperity.

The5 is a celebration of the work being done by nonprofit professionals, highlighting valuable tips and methods that nonprofits should be utilizing. The5 is aptly named as NMBL Strategies celebrates our 5 year anniversary. Host Eric Moraczewski leads guests on a journey of topics that are of deep importance to the guest and discusses how nonprofits and nonprofit leaders can benefit from the experience and expertise.