A Workshop for Shared Success
The dynamic relationship between the head of your organization (CEO, Executive Director, Dean, Doctor etc.) and the frontline fundraiser presents some distinctive challenges you will have to address to be successful. When you strengthen your relationship you strengthen results.
- How well does your boss speak the language of development? How well does he listen for it?
- Does your boss have an elevator speech? Does he use it?
- Are you satisfied with your case for support and how well your boss presents it to prospective donors?
- Does your boss have a clear and focused understanding of her vital role in cultivating and soliciting gifts?
Our half-day workshop overlays your working relationship on the four decisions every possible major donor will consider during your efforts to build a gift relationship. Once the development professional understands the boss’ roles in this decision-making process you’re both better equipped to maximize your joint success.
Who should attend this workshop? Every member of the professional team:
- The CEO/Executive Director, deans, department heads, doctors, athletic coaches who directly interface with donors
- Major Gift Fundraisers assigned to, or employed directly by, those CEOs, directors/deans/doctors/coaches
- Central development managers who serve as liaison for this relationship
The deans at Stephen F. Austin University said:
"Very helpful learning from others. Just like good classroom discussion."
"Participation and sharing of ideas was great. As we all have issues in common, this is better than a straight lecture approach."