Navigating Difficult Donor Conversations in a New Era of Philanthropy
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM ET
Speaker(s): Charleon Jeffries, Assistant Vice President of diversity, equity, and inclusion University Advancement, Virginia Tech Univerity, Angelique Grant, President, The Inclusion Firm
Competencies: Global and Cultural CompetenceIntegrity and ProfessionalismBusiness and Financial AcumenRelationship BuildingEmotional IntelligenceIndustry or Sector ExpertiseStrategic ThinkingLeadership
Elective Session
From the pandemic to the murder of George Floyd, many relationship managers are faced with challenges as they find themselves in the midst of ultra-sensitive conversations with prospects and donors. This session is designed to unpack advancement experiences, understand the concept of power and privilege and its influence, and the importance of courageous conversation skills.