In this episode, Michelle and Janice talk with Kimberley MacKenzie, the founder and CEO of The Intersection, a social enterprise focused on candid conversations and meaningful connections. Kimberley shares some personal stories about influencing change in fundraising. She talks about fundraising as a team sport and ways to have better outcomes and builds alliances. Kimberley [...]

In this episode, Janice Cunning and Michelle Maloy Dillon talk with Wanda Deschamps, founder and principal of Liberty Co. We explore what neurodiversity encompasses, Wanda’s own journey to her autism diagnosis at midlife, and how leaders can embrace neurodiversity at work. Wanda encourages us to follow #InclusionRevolution on your social media platforms to continue to learn and connect. [...]

In this episode, David Langiulli and Margaret Katz Cann offer three essential fundraising skills that will help you be a better fundraiser. These include advanced listening, how we see donors, and how to be agile and nimble. You can read David and Margaret''s post on the Fundraising Leadership Blog Our resource this week to deepen [...]

In this episode, David Langiulli and Margaret Katz Cann talk with John Torget (the Associate Vice President of Advancement at Virginia Tech) about being a leader in transition. John shares what happened when he was unexpectedly asked to take on a new role at the University amid the pandemic and how he navigated the situation. [...]

In this bonus episode, Michelle Maloy Dillon and Janice Cunning talk with Dawn Marie Schlegel, Associate VP, Donor Relations and Engagement at the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Michelle coaches Dawn Marie as she describes a current challenge she is experiencing in her work. Our free resource is 10 Questions That Empower Teams tip sheet. If [...]

In this episode, Michelle Maloy Dillon and David Langiulli talk with Pat Mather, Dean of the College of Engineering at Bucknell University. Pat shares what it's like to hire an executive coach for leaders in higher ed. He describes what prompted him to hire a coach and what he has learned along the way. Pat [...]

In this episode of the Fundraising Leadership podcast, Sue McCoy joins us to talk about the challenging balancing act between fundraising and management.

In this episode, David Langiulli and Margaret Katz Cann speak with Brent Barootes, President and CEO of the Partnership Group Sponsorship Specialists. We talk about the differences between corporate sponsorships and philanthropy, and how nonprofits can reframe their thinking about corporate relationship building to create bigger and better partnerships. You can read Brent s blog on [...]

In this episode, David Langiulli and Margaret Katz Cann speak with Meena Das, Fundraising Analytics Consultant. We talk about how diversifying your personal brand can support your career growth, including using LinkedIn effectively. Meena challenges listeners to carve out 2 hours each Friday to grow their network by reaching out and having discussions with new [...]

In this episode, David Langiulli and Michelle Maloy Dillon talk with Amy Varga, President of the Varga Group. First, we talk about why leaders need rest for success. For instance, Amy shares different ways that we can create space in our busy day. This helps us manage stress and live a more whole life. Finally, [...]