In this special episode of The Responsive Lab, co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus bring you a featured session from the 2025 Responsive Nonprofit Summit.
Erin McHugh, Chief Product Officer at Microsoft Tech for Social Impact, joins Jason Van Lue, VP of Product at Virtuous, for a deep dive into what nonprofits need to be thinking about today to prepare for the future. From the future of AI and “digital colleagues” to practical data strategies, Erin outlines a clear, human-centered vision for tech innovation in the sector.
You’ll hear:
- Why strong data foundations are essential before adopting AI
- The difference between automating tasks and transforming systems
- Real-world examples from fundraisers, healthcare providers, and program teams
- How to balance innovation with ethics, trust, and human connection
- The concept of “frontier nonprofits” and how to become one
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The Responsive Lab is brought to you by Virtuous.
Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at virtuous.org/crmchecklist.
