Practical Data Governance in Higher Education

Strong data governance ensures that your institution is using information well when making data-driven decisions and complying with mandates around the collection, use, and sharing of data. During the COVID-19 era, accuracy in presenting timely information transparently to students, employees, parents, and the public make data governance all the more critical. Learn concrete, practical steps […]

Using Annual Giving Data to Acquire and Retain Donors

Data analysis has the power to inform and transform your annual-giving decision making in a way that allows you to steer your shop towards growth. However, the key to effective data analysis is knowing how to use the right data and from where to obtain it, so that you can identify donor trends, grow your […]

Develop Your Impact Reporting Strategy

Impact reports can be one of your most valuable donor stewardship and cultivation tools, but shops often lack an overall strategy to implement them efficiently and effectively. Especially now, when many advancement teams are facing reduced resources, reporting can be challenging and time consuming. No matter the size of your shop, you will leave this […]

Developing a Collaborative Metrics Structure for Stronger Corporate Engagement

Effective corporate engagement efforts are hard to quantify, especially because the cycle of relationship development can take a long time. Measuring success by dollars in the door is clear-cut but also not representative of the relationship as a whole. Fairleigh Dickinson University has developed an approach to their metrics, which motivate, track, and monitor corporate engagement. Join us […]

Integrating Inclusivity into Your Leadership Philosophy

An essential behavior practiced by inclusive leaders is seeking perspectives and feedback from people who have different ideas, experiences, and backgrounds. Being receptive and open to different views also requires inclusive leaders to challenge the way they see and interpret the world. To do so, they must examine the values and experiences they bring into […]

Three Essential Behaviors of a Servant Leader

As a result of COVID-19 and the racial injustices that have permeated 2020, it’s more important than ever to lead with humanity and create a work environment where people feel recognized and heard. Current challenges require leaders to be visionary, but they must also be humble and know how to bring out the best in […]

Creating an Inner Coach Stronger than Your Inner Critic

Creating an Inner Coach Stronger than Your Inner Critic Have you ever felt like you don’t deserve your success? Login On: January 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern EVENT LINK Zoom Login Instructions JOIN ZOOM MEETING https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87118449316?pwd=bFEwTm05bXhIbEZOQnNrcFl2Tkx1QT09 Meeting ID: 871 1844 9316 Passcode: 608301 If you wish to join a test meeting in Zoom, go […]

Supporting Frontline Fundraisers Amidst Uncertainty: Rethinking Activities and Goals

Amidst uncertainty, donor giving is likely to decrease. To keep your fundraisers motivated and ensure the long-term sustainability of your shop, you may need to shift the focus to identifying new prospects and keeping in touch with donors so that relationships are strong when the time is once again right for giving. Join us for […]

Developing Effective Caller-Donor Relationships in Your Phonathon Operation

With the recent increase in contact rates—due to people being at home more than ever—coupled with modern technology that increases the ability to engage donors, phonathons are poised to see an unexpected resurgence this year as an effective communication and solicitation channel. As a result, now is the appropriate time to revisit how you can […]

An Intersectional Approach to Addressing Food Insecurity

We know that students with marginalized identities are more likely to experience food insecurity. Now data shows the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on the health and financial wellbeing of People of Color, including those from Black and Indigenous communities. These disparities, in conjunction with recent incidents of racial injustice, prompted the University of Oregon to […]