Making the Best Use of a Consultant, Even in a Small Shop
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CT
Speaker(s): Elizabeth Gleadall, Director of Development, Sonoma Country Day School, Kelly Schmidt, Director of Enrollment and Communication, Sonoma Country Day School, Barbara Barron, Advancement Consultant, Barbara Barron Consulting
Competencies: Industry or Sector ExpertiseRelationship Building
Experience Level: All Levels
Elective Session
Many schools believe that consultants are just for big capital campaigns. While they can be important contributors in those high-stakes moments, a small shop can get big value by properly engaging with a consultant. Having a trusted thought partner is especially helpful to the one-person shops. Consider the variety of projects a consultant might help you with – from coordinating messaging and outreach efforts for new parents to an annual giving and major gifts refresh to board education. Hear how one school’s Director of Development and Director of Enrollment and Communication made the best use of that relationship, creating a better and more rewarding experience for everyone.