From Solo to Supported: Building a Collaborative Culture of Philanthropy
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM CT
Speaker(s): Meg Natter, Director, Community Colleges and Foundations, Council for Advancement and Support of Education
Competencies: Strategic ThinkingRelationship Building
Experience Level: All Levels
Elective Session
The good news is that you’ve been hired to lead fundraising initiatives at your school. The bad news is that there’s a good chance, especially if you’re at a community college, that your president, leadership team, faculty, and professional staff assume all the development work falls solely on your shoulders. This isn’t fair—and it’s also detrimental to your financial success. How do we persuade everyone at our institutions that they play a crucial role in advancement? Let’s explore strategies for getting even the most reluctant colleagues to embrace advancement at your institution.