In this conversation, host Lee Stabert chats with with Kian Alavi of Mazlo. The software maven shares his winding and unconventional career path, talks about the evolving needs of fiscal sponsors, and even takes a shot at predicting the future of the field.

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On June 12, fiscal sponsorship practitioners from across the Mid-Atlantic gathered in Philadelphia for a day of learning, collaboration, and community at the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Regional Gathering. Co-hosted by the National Network of Fiscal Sponsors (NNFS) and Global Impact Ventures, the event welcomed 35 participants representing organizations across the region, creating space for candid conversations about the opportunities and challenges shaping fiscal sponsorship today.