On this episode of the RAISE Podcast, Brent hosts Betsy Chapin Taylor, CEO of Accordant.

Betsy shares her journey from aspiring journalist and healthcare professional to becoming one of the leading voices in healthcare philanthropy. She reflects on building fundraising programs across community hospitals and academic medical centers, launching Accordant, and helping healthcare leaders recognize philanthropy as a strategic source of revenue and impact.

The conversation explores healthcare fundraising, donor stewardship, principal giving, board engagement, and the importance of focusing resources where they can drive the greatest results. Betsy also discusses the evolving role of philanthropy in healthcare, how organizations can better align fundraising with strategic priorities, and why the future belongs to teams willing to embrace focus, data, and meaningful donor relationships.