The Engage For Good Podcast with Alli Murphy

Today on CauseTalk Radio, Megan and Joe talk to Russell Sparkman, CEO of FusionSpark Media, about Upstanders, a new purpose-driven web series from Starbucks. The goal of the initiative is to tell real stories of humanity as a reminder that ordinary citizens can create extraordinary impact by refusing to be bystanders

Russ is the perfect person to speak to on this content initiative! He and his firm are leaders in purpose-focused non-fiction storytelling.

On the show, Megan, Russell and Joe discuss:


- The work of FusionSpark Media. How long have they been at the intersection of purpose and content marketing?
- Russell's thoughts on Content Marketing World this year where he delivered a presentation on purpose-driven content marketing. The force of purpose was strong at this year's conference!
- What were the key takeaways from CMW? How will these lessons influence the creation of cause-content?
- Is Upstanders cause marketing? Is it better than Race Together?
- Russell: "The path to engagement is paved with purpose."
- What can small businesses and nonprofits learn fromUpstanders? What's the takeaway for an organization that has the desire but not the unlimited budget and resources?
- How could nonprofits "Causejack" Upstanders?
- How Starbucks is determined to create a movement around Upstanders. Movement-building campaigns are critical to brands.

**Links & Notes**


- [Upstanders](https://upstanders.starbucks.com/ "Upstanders")
- [FusionSpark Media](http://fusionspark.com/ "FusionSpark Media")
- [Russell Sparkman on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellsparkman "Russell Sparkman on LinkedIn")
- [Purpose-focused Content Marketing: Content Marketing World 2016](http://www.fusionspark.com/sparkman-cmworld/ "Purpose-focused Content Marketing: Content Marketing World 2016")
- [Cause Talk Radio 104: Content Marketing and the Future of Nonprofit Fundraising](http://www.selfishgiving.com/blog/content-marketing-future-nonprofit-fundraising "Ep104: Content Marketing and the Future of Nonprofit Fundraising")
- [Content Marketing Strategy for Cause Marketers](http://www.causemarketingforum.com/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=bkLUKcOTLkK4E&b=6423029&ct=14905793 "Content Marketing Strategy for Cause Marketers")
- [Cause Talk Radio 110: How Causes Can Inject Themselves Into Breaking News and Get Noticed](http://www.selfishgiving.com/blog/newsjacking-for-nonprofits-causes "Ep110: How Causes Can Inject Themselves Into Breaking News and Get Noticed")
- [The Starbucks Guide to Cutting Edge Cause Marketing](http://www.selfishgiving.com/blog/starbucks-guide-to-cause-marketing "The Starbucks Guide to Cutting Edge Cause Marketing")

Show Notes

Today on CauseTalk Radio, Megan and Joe talk to Russell Sparkman, CEO of FusionSpark Media, about Upstanders, a new purpose-driven web series from Starbucks. The goal of the initiative is to tell real stories of humanity as a reminder that ordinary citizens can create extraordinary impact by refusing to be bystanders

Russ is the perfect person to speak to on this content initiative! He and his firm are leaders in purpose-focused non-fiction storytelling.

On the show, Megan, Russell and Joe discuss:

  • The work of FusionSpark Media. How long have they been at the intersection of purpose and content marketing?
  • Russell's thoughts on Content Marketing World this year where he delivered a presentation on purpose-driven content marketing. The force of purpose was strong at this year's conference!
  • What were the key takeaways from CMW? How will these lessons influence the creation of cause-content?
  • Is Upstanders cause marketing? Is it better than Race Together?
  • Russell: "The path to engagement is paved with purpose."
  • What can small businesses and nonprofits learn fromUpstanders? What's the takeaway for an organization that has the desire but not the unlimited budget and resources?
  • How could nonprofits "Causejack" Upstanders?
  • How Starbucks is determined to create a movement around Upstanders. Movement-building campaigns are critical to brands.

Links & Notes

What is The Engage For Good Podcast with Alli Murphy?

Your resource for all things corporate social impact, CSR, and brand purpose. Join Alli Murphy as she interviews top corporate leaders, nonprofit pros, and people who help them advance their careers and organizations. You’ll be inspired by the strategies change-makers follow to build win-win partnerships and campaigns and their actionable advice for advancing your career and developing your social impact team. Subscribe now to learn from the best and get ideas you can implement today!