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Dale Nirvani Pfeifer

CEO of Giving Compass

[Remote / Washington DC]

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Dale Nirvani Pfeifer is the CEO of Giving Compass, an AI-powered platform that supports donors in making impact-driven decisions. She is also the Chairwoman of Goodworld, a platform she co-founded that pioneered social good through technology, nonprofit fundraising, and donor engagement. As a former Director of the Center for the Study of Leadership at Victoria University in New Zealand, Dale is a recognized expert in leadership, equity, and the integration of indigenous leadership models in modern contexts.

Dale’s career spans nonprofit leadership, AI in philanthropy, and culture research. Dale is deeply passionate about empowering grassroots, community-led organizations and was honored as one of New Zealand’s “Women of the Year” for her contributions to social impact. She was also named in the prestigious Washington Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” list for her leadership in driving innovation within the nonprofit and technology sectors.

In addition to her work in AI and philanthropy, Dale has authored the forthcoming book “The AI Fundraising Playbook: Smarter Strategies for Great Impact,” demonstrating how emerging technologies can help nonprofits raise more money. Dale is committed to harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize philanthropy, creating smarter, more impactful strategies that empower nonprofits to maximize their potential for change.

Speaking Topics

  • Leading Through the AI Revolution: Navigating Uncertainty and Embracing Breakaway Growth – Learn how leaders can guide teams through the shift from traditional models to AI-driven disruption, fostering innovation and resilience in times of rapid technological change.
  • Breaking Barriers: Securing Venture Capital as a Woman Entrepreneur— How I Raised $5M to Fund My Startup – Discover the strategies I used to overcome the unique challenges women face in securing venture capital, and how I successfully raised $5M to fund my startup in a competitive fundraising landscape.
  • AI-Driven Fundraising: Revolutionizing Nonprofit Strategies – Discover how AI is transforming nonprofit fundraising through enhanced donor engagement, personalized strategies, and data-driven insights.
  • Ethical AI: Navigating the Moral Landscape of Artificial Intelligence – Examine the critical ethical considerations in AI development and deployment to ensure responsible and fair use of these powerful technologies.
  • AI for Social Good: Making Philanthropy More Accessible and Inclusive – Uncover how AI is democratizing philanthropy by making charitable giving more inclusive and accessible to a broader range of communities.

Key Questions to Ask

  • How can AI help nonprofits enhance donor engagement while ensuring transparency and trust?
  • What ethical considerations must nonprofits address when integrating AI into fundraising?
  • How can organizations adapt their strategies to meet the evolving expectations of donors and ensure long-term engagement?
  • What are the most effective ways to empower grassroots communities through strategic philanthropy?
  • Which technologies and strategies can nonprofits leverage to scale their impact and reach more communities in need?
  • How can AI-driven tools be used responsibly to improve crisis response efforts amid global challenges?

Notable Media & Publications

  • BOOK: The AI Fundraising Playbook: Boost Donations and Drive Great Impact for Your Nonprofit—Dale’s forthcoming book on how AI can revolutionize nonprofit fundraising.
  • TV: Featured on Nasdaq TV, Dale discussed the intersection of social responsibility, and philanthropy on TradeTalks: Next Gen Social Responsibility Watch here.
  • NEWS: Dale and her work have been featured in most major U.S publications, including the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Times.
    • USA Today. (2024, September 11). Transformative tech for good: Dale Pfeifer’s vision for empowering grassroots change at Giving Compass.
    • The Washington Post. (2018, March 8). Business Rx: She wants to be a force for good — and much more.
    • New York Times. (2017, July 4). U.S. Jobs Report Shows Growth As Startups Boom.
    • Wall Street Journal, (2015, June 7), GoodWorld Raises $1.7 Million to Make Donations via Social Media Easy.

Speaking Experience

  • TEDx: Delivered a high-impact talk on the intersection of AI and philanthropy, exploring how technology can transform the way we give and create lasting social change.
  • Money 2020: Keynote panelist at the world’s largest conference on money, discussing innovation in philanthropy and how technology is reshaping fundraising.
  • United Nations: Panelist at the UN, addressing how technology can be used to drive social change and support underserved communities.
  • SXSW: Main room panel entitled Payments Gone Viral: The Rise of Social Commerce about the rise in social media payments
  • Paris Fintech Forum: Speaker at the prestigious event, discussing the future of financial technology and its impact on philanthropy. Dale explored how fintech innovations are enabling more accessible, efficient, and transparent giving.
  • Wonder Women Tech Conference: Featured speaker at a premier event celebrating women in technology, focusing on the future of tech and its role in philanthropy.
  • Urban Institute’s Giving Innovation Summit: Speaker on the evolving trends in philanthropic giving, spotlighting how innovations are transforming the sector.