Giving Back Through Tech: The Mission of Tech4Change

In this episode of the Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Jasmina Mueller and Brad Dupree to discuss the charitable organization Tech4Change. This organization brings together technology leaders to raise funds for various grassroots charities. 

During their discussion, they explore the mission behind Tech4Change and the fundraising strategies used, sharing impactful stories from their events. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the potential for technology professionals to make a difference through charitable work. 

Tech4Change is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization composed of technology suppliers and channel partners who dedicate time and resources to aid grassroots charities across the U.S. Since its inception in 2014, Tech4Change has raised more than $1.25 million for local grassroots charities that are often overlooked and underfunded. Through event-based fundraising, Tech4Change provides game-changing donations that go directly to the cause rather than administrative costs.

Topics discussed in this episode: 

·       Background on Tech4Change

·       The types of charities supported by Tech4Change

·       How Tech4Change does their fundraising

·       Milestones Tech4Change has achieved

      -     How being a 100% volunteer-run organization maximizes direct impact.

      -     Notable contributions made by Tech4Change

Previous Granite Episodes

Using AI at Scale with Adam Weiner of Granite - https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/podcast-episodes/ai-at-scale/

The Bridge Podcast with Mark Palmer of Granite - https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/podcast-episodes/the-bridge-podcast-mark-palmer-granite/ 

About Tech4Change

In the tech channel, we work hard, play hard and, for the most part, earn a good living. Some of us donate time, but more often than not, we write a check to a charity and move on. While those one-off donations help, what could we do if we work together to raise money for a cause? It turns out that we can do a lot! Over the past nine years, we’ve raised more than $1.25 million for grassroots organizations through Tech4Change.

In 2023 and beyond, we plan to make a bigger impact with more fundraising events in partnership with industry publishers, event organizers, technology distributors and other organizations that support community-based charitable groups.

Tech4Change is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization composed of technology suppliers and channel partners that dedicate time and resources to aid grassroots charities across the U.S. Since our inception in 2014, we’ve raised more than $1.25 million for local grassroots charities that are often overlooked and underfunded. Through event-based fundraising, Tech4Change provides game-changing donations that go directly to the cause rather than administrative costs.

Web.  https://tech4change.org/ 

LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/company/telecom-for-change/ 

Donate. https://bit.ly/3Fo2DJn 

About Brad Dupee

President

Head of National Channel Sales, Granite

 

I am the Head of National Channel Sales and Development at Granite, a leading provider of managed network services and solutions for large multi-location businesses. In this role, I lead the strategy and execution of the national B2B partner program, which accounts for approximately 25% of the company's revenue and 50% of the company's new revenue. With more than 25 years of channel sales experience, I have built and managed global alliances, integrations, and ecosystems with technology leaders, system integrators, resellers, VARs, agents, and managed service providers across various industries and markets.

I am also passionate about leveraging technology for social impact and innovation. I serve as the President of Tech4Change, a nonprofit organization that supports grassroots charities across the U.S. with technology solutions and fundraising that has raised over $1.25 million for local causes since 2014.

As a technology entrepreneur, I have founded and co-founded four start-ups and three corporate ventures, raising capital and developing go-to-market strategies for SaaS, PaaS, API, and cloud applications. I thrive on creating value, building relationships, and solving problems with a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset.

 

LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dupee/ 

About Jasmina Muller

Vice President

Chief Ecosystem Officer, Titan Cloud Storage, Inc

 

Leadership Executive: Dynamic and award-winning channel partner sales leader with over 25 years of experience driving revenue growth, building high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional partner program results in the software and telecom industries. Recognized for developing innovative channel strategies that surpass targets and foster sustainable partnerships. Known for driving operational excellence, cultivating trust, and delivering measurable outcomes.

I have achieved significant industry recognition, including 2023 and 2022 Channel Chief awards, 2022 Circle of Excellence Honoree, and multiple Channel Futures DE&I honoree awards. I support organizations that give back to the community and promote DEI efforts, volunteering my time with board seats on Tech4Change, The Alliance of Channel Women, AchieveUnite and a founding member of the Los Angeles flagship location of Chief. My motto is: "Sell the Problem you solve, not the product!"

LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminamuller/