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In this episode, we’re joined by Mary Elizabeth, Ryan Goodwin, and Jenna Watanabe from The Fundraising Event Co. to explore how intentional planning and communication can elevate your fundraising events into unforgettable experiences of belonging and connection. We explore strategic event planning timelines to optimize execution, guest-centric approaches that enhance engagement, strength-based storytelling to inspire and connect with donors, streamlined programs for impactful messaging, and the power of hybrid events in expanding accessibility and participation. Discover practical tips like shortening program lengths, designing inclusive after-party experiences, and leveraging events to build community, increase attendance, and achieve your nonprofit’s fundraising goals.
Loving The Fundraising Elevator? Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast. It really helps other people find the show.
This Episode Brought to You by:
The AV Department: https://theavdept.com/
Greater Giving: https://go.greatergiving.com
Speakers
Samantha Swaim
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-swaim-a28a9a4/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swaimstrategies/
Kristin Steele
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-steele777/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swaimstrategies/
The Fundraising Event Co.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-fundraising-event-co
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundraisingeventco/
| RESOURCES |
Book Consulting Time with Sam and Kristin: https://swaimstrategies.com/solutions/#consulting
Learn More About Elevate and the Elevate Conference for Your Fundraising Events: https://swaimstrategies.com/elevate-conference/
Planning a Successful Major Donor Event: https://swaimstrategies.com/solutions/#book
Connect with Swaim Strategies: https://swaimstrategies.com
Connect with The AV Department: https://theavdept.com/
The Fundraising Event Co: https://www.fundraisingeventco.com/
Podcast Episode with Mary Elizabeth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWIzvBW10zU&list=PLFj41I67iVxceKtwSTEza1uuoVfZXISyf&index=67
Podcast Episode with Ryan Goodwin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2vgpKum43k&list=PLFj41I67iVxceKtwSTEza1uuoVfZXISyf&index=43
Podcast Episode with Jenna Watanabe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUcQR_dxGWI
By The Fundraising Elevator PodcastIn this episode, we’re joined by Mary Elizabeth, Ryan Goodwin, and Jenna Watanabe from The Fundraising Event Co. to explore how intentional planning and communication can elevate your fundraising events into unforgettable experiences of belonging and connection. We explore strategic event planning timelines to optimize execution, guest-centric approaches that enhance engagement, strength-based storytelling to inspire and connect with donors, streamlined programs for impactful messaging, and the power of hybrid events in expanding accessibility and participation. Discover practical tips like shortening program lengths, designing inclusive after-party experiences, and leveraging events to build community, increase attendance, and achieve your nonprofit’s fundraising goals.
Loving The Fundraising Elevator? Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast. It really helps other people find the show.
This Episode Brought to You by:
The AV Department: https://theavdept.com/
Greater Giving: https://go.greatergiving.com
Speakers
Samantha Swaim
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-swaim-a28a9a4/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swaimstrategies/
Kristin Steele
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-steele777/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swaimstrategies/
The Fundraising Event Co.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-fundraising-event-co
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundraisingeventco/
| RESOURCES |
Book Consulting Time with Sam and Kristin: https://swaimstrategies.com/solutions/#consulting
Learn More About Elevate and the Elevate Conference for Your Fundraising Events: https://swaimstrategies.com/elevate-conference/
Planning a Successful Major Donor Event: https://swaimstrategies.com/solutions/#book
Connect with Swaim Strategies: https://swaimstrategies.com
Connect with The AV Department: https://theavdept.com/
The Fundraising Event Co: https://www.fundraisingeventco.com/
Podcast Episode with Mary Elizabeth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWIzvBW10zU&list=PLFj41I67iVxceKtwSTEza1uuoVfZXISyf&index=67
Podcast Episode with Ryan Goodwin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2vgpKum43k&list=PLFj41I67iVxceKtwSTEza1uuoVfZXISyf&index=43
Podcast Episode with Jenna Watanabe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUcQR_dxGWI