Hi – I’m a guy named Chad Norman, and I started this blog a few years ago to learn more about technology, share some creative work, and practice writing. It is what it is – just a pile of bits.
I’ve been working with nonprofits since moving to Charleston (via Indiana) in 1997. My work at Blackbaud has nurtured a strong do-gooder streak in me that has continued to shape my professional direction. I’ve partnered with organizations like NTEN and TechSoup Global on educational events, and helped local nonprofits like Fields to Families, Coastal Community Foundation, The Charleston Symphony, South Carolina Aquarium, Lowcountry Children’s Museum, and Charleston Collegiate meet their missions. I’ve also started a nonprofit dedicated to helping local Charleston residents lead more sustainable lives.
My job involves some speaking engagements, and has taken me to places like Vancouver, San Francisco, Montreal, Portland, and Ottawa. Here’s the official bio I use when when out gigging:
Chad Norman is the Internet marketing manager for Blackbaud, where he wrangles corporate website content, develops social media strategy, and manages email marketing, communities, and SEO. He’s the editor-in-chief of Blackbaud Blogs, where he writes Webby Things, a nonprofit tech blog. He also hosts and produces The Baudcast, a biweekly nonprofit technology podcast featuring industry experts from around the sector. In 2007, he founded Go Green Charleston, a technology-focused nonprofit helping Charleston-area residents connect, stay informed, and mobilize around the local sustainability community.
When I’m not doing all that stuff, you’ll probably find me hanging out with my wife and kids. There is nothing I like doing more than playing, hiking, biking, skating, surfing, swimming, laughing and all that good stuff with my family. I do some freelance photography and consulting, play several instruments, skateboard, surf, play tennis, and generally dig the outdoors. Other oddities: I’m a vegetarian, half my family is Amish, and I received my degree in Religious Studies and Psychology from Indiana University.
OK, that’s entirely too much information, but thanks for sticking with me!
¤¤¤ PAZ ¤¤¤ Chad
