Dr. Becky Frantz is the Executive Director of Customer Service for Development and Alumni Relations at the University of California at Davis. She shares her journey in philanthropy and involvement with the Association of Advancement Services Professionals (aasp). She emphasizes the benefits of volunteering and offers advice for pursuing professional development and volunteerism. Becky also discusses the aasp mentorship program and the value of finding mentor matches in the same or different industry. She highlights the importance of formal education in philanthropy and suggests areas for degree programs or courses. She also recommends aasp's best practice webinars and the aasp Connect platform as valuable resources for learning.

- Volunteering in the advancement services field can provide valuable learning opportunities and personal growth.

- The aasp mentorship program offers a platform for individuals to connect and learn from each other.

- Formal education in philanthropy and nonprofit management is becoming more available and can provide in-depth knowledge and skills.

- aasp provides resources such as best practice webinars and the aasp Connect platform for continuous learning and professional development.

- aasp is an inclusive association that welcomes organizations from various sectors and sizes.

- aasp Connect and best practices resources are valuable tools for advancement professionals.

- Volunteering with aasp offers opportunities to contribute and learn from others.