Podcasts about annual giving

In this episode of Alumless, hosts Ryan and Chris are joined by Sean Devendorf, Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at Tufts University, for a conversation on aligning alumni engagement and annual giving teams to drive more efficient and effective advancement outcomes. Sean shares his experience leading this integration at Tufts, reflecting on the early challenges, lessons learned, and the tangible benefits of uniting two traditionally siloed areas under a common strategy. The conversation explores how restructuring, goal-setting, and shared metrics have helped his team work more collaboratively. This episode offers insights for advancement leaders looking to build a more integrated model and reimagine how engagement and philanthropy can work hand in hand. Subscribe to the Alumless podcast for the extended bonus segment with Sean, and special thanks to AlumniQ for sponsoring this episode. Visit alumniq.com.

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul is joined by Ryan Crisp, the Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement. They discuss the highly anticipated Zach Bryan concert at Joan C. Edwards Stadium and explore upcoming initiatives happening at Marshall University.  Thanks for tuning in to The Drive with Paul Swann! If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want more sports updates? Connect with Paul on social media via Linktree: linktr.ee/PaulSwann.

Come listen to a WUU service! This service is led by the WUU Annual Giving Committee, whose purpose is to encourage the congregation's generosity to blossom. Asha McLaughlin, Worship Associate William & Mary Middle Eastern Music Ensemble, directed by Anne Rasmussen Annual Giving Committee Fred Gilbertson, Reading John Keating, From the Heart Camilla Buchanan, From the Heart The YouTube version is here Thank you for listening. For more information about the Williamsburg Unitarian Universalists, or to join us on Sunday mornings, visit www.wuu.org. Permission to reprint, podcast, and/or stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license #A-735438. All rights reserved.

Welcome to "Advancement Amplified: AI for IA," a 5-part Pulse Check hosted by Dan Giroux, a higher education marketing and communications leader focused on elevating the strategic impact of Advancement. Advancement is at a pivotal moment. As institutions navigate shifting donor expectations, alumni engagement challenges, financial pressures, and the demand for greater efficiency, AI is emerging as a transformative force. In today's Part 2, Dan chats with Kim Infanti, Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at Syracuse University, to explore how AI is reshaping advancement marketing and communications. From leveraging AI for donor segmentation to streamlining internal workflows and even enhancing alumni engagement through platforms like Protopia, Kim shares real-world examples of how her team is embracing AI. Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or looking for new ways to integrate it into your advancement strategy, this episode is packed with actionable insights.‍Key TakeawaysAI is revolutionizing advancement work – AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot are helping Syracuse's advancement team automate tasks, generate creative content, and analyze alumni engagement data more effectively.Protopia is redefining alumni networking – Syracuse is implementing Protopia, an AI-driven platform that connects students and alumni for career advice, while also enhancing alumni data accuracy.AI can streamline content creation – From social media posts to segmented fundraising emails, AI is making it easier to craft compelling, personalized messaging.Data privacy and security are key – Syracuse is piloting Copilot for sensitive university data, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines while using AI to optimize operations.AI adoption requires experimentation – Syracuse's advancement team is still refining AI best practices, but those who actively experiment with AI tools are seeing significant productivity gains.AI can enhance personal efficiency, too – Beyond work, Kim shares how she uses AI for personal tasks like meal planning and trip itineraries, showcasing AI's versatility in everyday life.‍How AI Became a Game-Changer for Syracuse University's Advancement TeamWhen Did AI Enter the Picture for Advancement?While AI has been on the radar for years, Syracuse University's advancement team fully embraced it after an AI at Work session on October 1, 2024. Led by Syracuse's ITS team and Chief Digital Officer Jeff Rubin, the session encouraged staff to explore AI tools as part of their daily workflows. Since then, AI has become a go-to resource for Kim and her team, helping them generate content, analyze data, and enhance engagement strategies.One major takeaway from that session? The advice to “go to AI before you Google.” This mindset shift has led Kim to replace many of her traditional search habits with AI-powered insights, significantly boosting efficiency.How Is AI Being Used Across Syracuse's Advancement Team?AI adoption varies across the Advancement and External Affairs division, with some team members diving in more actively than others. Kim and her colleague Kara have been at the forefront, even presenting at a November conference on AI applications in advancement. Their real-world use cases are convincing more colleagues to integrate AI into their workflows, especially after seeing how it simplifies tasks like email drafting, event promotion, and donor segmentation.To encourage broader adoption, Syracuse is hosting additional AI at Work sessions and sharing AI-generated work examples within the team. The goal? To normalize AI as a powerful tool for efficiency rather than a replacement for human expertise.What Are the Key AI Tools Syracuse Uses?Kim and her team primarily use three AI tools, each with distinct advantages:Microsoft Copilot – Used for Syracuse-specific and sensitive data, Copilot helps with tasks like searching emails, analyzing donor data, and summarizing large datasets.Claude (Kim's personal favorite) – Ideal for natural-sounding content creation, brainstorming, and workflow automation. Kim describes Claude as the AI tool that “knows her best” and helps refine messaging for Syracuse's engagement initiatives.ChatGPT – Used for creative content generation, including image creation (with some humorous missteps, like adding fictional lakes to Syracuse's campus).How Is AI Being Applied to Alumni Engagement?A major AI-driven initiative at Syracuse is the implementation of Protopia, an AI-powered platform designed to facilitate alumni and student networking. Instead of requiring users to sign up for a mentorship program, Protopia enables alumni to ask or answer questions in a frictionless, email-based format.Here's how it works:A student or alum submits a question (e.g., “What's the marketing job market like in Boise, Idaho?”).AI scans Syracuse's database to find relevant alumni who might be able to help.Those alumni receive an email and can choose to respond, decline, or update their contact information.Beyond fostering meaningful connections, Protopia is also a powerful data-cleaning tool. Early adopters at other universities have reported that nearly 40% of alumni updated their contact information when engaging with the platform—something that's critical for effective outreach.Is AI Being Used for Donor Data Analysis?While Syracuse is still exploring AI's full potential in data analysis, they recognize its value in identifying trends. Ideally, AI tools like Copilot could analyze historical giving patterns and event attendance to uncover correlations—such as whether alumni who attend Syracuse events are more likely to donate.For now, Kim remains cautious about inputting donor data into AI systems, prioritizing security. However, AI is already playing a major role in streamlining outreach, segmentation, and content personalization.How Is AI Improving Internal Workflows?AI is dramatically reducing the time required for advancement marketing tasks. Some specific use cases include:Personalized fundraising emails – AI drafts segmented versions of key messages in seconds.Social media strategy – AI assists in brainstorming creative content, including alliterative event slogans and engagement campaigns.Scripting video content – When faced with a tight deadline for a Giving Day promotional video, Kim used AI to generate a script in minutes—something that typically would have taken days of back-and-forth revisions.Analyzing meeting notes and forecasting numbers – AI helps extract key insights from documents, eliminating the need for manual number crunching.How Much More Productive Has AI Made the Team?Kim estimates that AI has increased her personal productivity by at least 50%, particularly in content creation and administrative tasks. From brainstorming fundraising campaign ideas to drafting recommendation letters, AI allows her to focus on high-impact work while automating tedious processes.The Future of AI in Advancement: What's Next?AI isn't just a passing trend—it's fundamentally reshaping how advancement teams operate. Moving forward, Syracuse plans to:Continue refining AI best practices and adoption strategies.Explore AI's potential for donor data analysis and predictive modeling.Encourage university-wide adoption of AI-driven tools like Protopia.Educate staff on AI prompting techniques to maximize effectiveness.Please include the link to Syracuse's Generative AI website that Kim referenced in the show, as a great tool for advancement professionals at other institutions to check out and use: https://its.syr.edu/artificialintelligence - - - -Connect With Our Co-Hosts:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaSeth Odell https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethodell/https://twitter.com/sethodellAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

In our next episode of Alumless, we welcome Sarah Kathryn Ricci, Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at Baylor University, for a conversation on management and leadership in university advancement. In this episode, "Managing Up, Down, All-Around," we explore the challenges of leading teams, collaborating across departments, and engaging alumni volunteers. Sarah Kathryn shares strategies for balancing engagement and fundraising, navigating internal partnerships, and motivating staff and volunteers. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned manager, this episode offers practical insights into what it takes to succeed in advanced leadership. A big thanks to our presenting sponsor, Protopia, for their continued support. Find out more about the technology that's turning heads and winning CASE awards! Visit protopia.co/alumless for details. ____________ Friday Cheers: Ryan: 10 Proven Methods for Real Learning

On today's episode of The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul talks with Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement at Marshall University. They discuss upcoming events, fan experiences, and what Herd fans can expect this season.Join the discussion by leaving a comment on YouTube or replying to my post Reply on Bluesky   Thanks for tuning in to The Drive with Paul Swann! If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And for more updates, follow Paul on your favorite social media network: http://linktr.ee/PaulSwann.

On the latest episode of The Drive, Paul Swann talks with Marshall Softball's Brooklyn Ulrich, the 2025 Sun Belt Preseason Player of the Year. Plus, conversations with Ryan Crisp, Associate AD for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales & Fan Engagement, and Tyler Kennett from HD Media. Thanks for tuning in to The Drive with Paul Swann! If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And for more updates, follow Paul on X at @PaulSwann. Stay connected and never miss a moment!

On today's episode of The Drive, Paul Swann is joined by longtime Georgia State play-by-play announcer Dave Cohen to preview tomorrow's game against Marshall.Also on the show, Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, discusses the latest events and opportunities for Marshall fans. Thanks for tuning in to The Drive with Paul Swann! If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And for more updates, follow Paul on X at @PaulSwann. Stay connected and never miss a moment!

Nonprofits worked hard last year and gained valuable insights along the way. In today's episode, we share the top lessons learned by 10 fundraising professionals, and ways to apply them to make an even greater impact in 2025. Listen for tips on donor engagement, the importance of managing your data, leveraging your annual fund for major gifts, the value of unrestricted funds for capacity building, and more — plus a message of inspiration that every nonprofit should hear. Free 30-minute fundraising consultation for NPFX listeners: http://www.ipmadvancement.com/free Want to suggest a topic, guest, or nonprofit organization for an upcoming episode? Send an email with the subject "NPFX suggestion" to contact@ipmadvancement.com. Additional Resources IPM's free Nonprofit Resource Library: https://www.ipmadvancement.com/resources Why Donor Retention Should Be Your Top Fundraising Priority https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/why-donor-retention-should-be-your-top-fundraising-priority Writing a Great Thank You Letter: The First Step in Successful Donor Stewardship https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/writing-a-great-thank-you-letter-the-first-step-in-successful-donor-stewardship [NPFX] Measuring More than Money: Why Donor Relationships Matter https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/measuring-more-than-money-why-donor-relationships-matter [NPFX] Meaningful Donor Relationships: The Key to Financial Stability https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/meaningful-donor-relationships-the-key-to-financial-stability The Secret to Keeping Your Donors Giving: Make Them Feel Special https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/the-secret-to-keeping-your-donors-giving-make-them-feel-special Shereese Floyd is CEO of Witness My Life and founder of AI Consultants for Nonprofits. With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit marketing, Shereese has helped organizations increase their influence and revenue, generating over $2 million in direct campaigns. She is dedicated to social change, with a focus on development, branding, women's leadership, and artificial intelligence. Through AI Consultants for Nonprofits, Shereese offers AI literacy and training programs tailored to nonprofits, schools, and government entities. Her approach empowers organizations to certify internal team members as AI experts, fostering a culture where technology handles routine tasks, allowing people to focus on meaningful work. Shereese's mission is to make AI accessible and beneficial for organizations focused on social good. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shereesefloyd/ https://aiconsultantsfornonprofits.com/ Sami Zoss, is the founder of Zoss Collaborations, a business solutions consulting firm specializing in nonprofit growth and operational efficiency. With an MBA in Finance and Marketing, Sami brings a wealth of expertise in donor engagement, technology integration, and strategic planning to her clients. Before founding Zoss Collaborations, Sami served as the COO and later as Acting CEO of the Dakota State University Foundation, where she led record-breaking fundraising campaigns and implemented innovative donor engagement strategies that significantly expanded DSU's donor base. In addition to her work with educational institutions, she has been a dedicated volunteer with organizations like Camp Gilbert Inc., supporting children with Type 1 diabetes. https://www.linkedin.com/in/samizoss/ https://samizoss.com/ Samantha Timlick, partner & CEO of IPM Advancement, has been with IPM since launch. She's worked with nonprofit clients on donor renewal, appeal, stewardship, and acquisition programs encompassing more than 250 million total recipients across all fundraising channels — including highly segmented direct mail microtargeting, personalized inbound and outbound telemarketing, and integrated e-campaigns. https://www.linkedin.com/in/stimlick/ https://www.ipmadvancement.com/ Emily Berry leads the Annual Giving effort at Miami University, generating more than $6 million each year. With more than two decades of fundraising and advancement experience, Emily brings a wealth of experience and knowledge as a session presenter. She has previously served on the District V conference committee, and her team has been recognized with CASE Circle of Excellence Awards for their annual day of giving, #MoveInMiami. https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-berry-3b23867/ https://moveinmiami.org/ Nicolette Dumais is the Constituent Communications Manager at USS Hornet Sea, Air and Space Museum. She excels at crafting and executing strategic fundraising plans, building lasting stakeholder relationships, and identifying funding opportunities to drive organizational growth. Nicolette has successfully led development teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Holding a Bachelor's in Communications and a Master's in Nonprofit Management, she combines deep expertise with a passion for making an impact, helping organizations achieve sustainable success. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-dumais/ https://uss-hornet.org/ Josh Gryniewicz, founder of Odd Duck, a storytelling for social change consultancy, has spent his career in nonprofit. He served as the communication director for Cure Violence, an internationally renowned violence prevention program featured in the award-winning film The Interrupters. Josh helmed the rebrand of Integrate Health, a global health initiative in West Africa, helping increase their budget by nearly $1 million. Most recently, Josh led communication efforts for Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH), a program focused on national multi-sector data sharing to address social determinants of health. He is the co-author of the national bestseller, Interrupting Violence, a moving story of redemption and social change. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgryniewicz/ https://oddduck.io/ Ally Barron is Chief Development & Communications Officer at the Hope and Heal Fund. With over 15 years of experience, her expertise spans corporate social responsibility, fundraising strategy, donor relations, event management, and strategic communications. In her current role, Ally has transformed fundraising strategies, securing over $2.5 million annually and cultivating a $5 million grant from Governor Gavin Newsom's Office of Emergency Services. Her leadership extends to managing a statewide public awareness campaign focused on mental health, violence prevention, and equity. Ally holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Arizona State University. https://www.linkedin.com/in/allybarron8/ https://hopeandhealfund.org/ Elizabeth Silverstein has served the not-for-profit sector for more than 40 years, specializing in transformational giving, vision casting, inspiring boards, and building passionate, effective teams. Beth has been instrumental in cultivating major gifts for capital campaigns in healthcare, two presidential libraries, higher education, K-12 independent schools, and social service organizations. https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-reynolds-silverstein-b211b7a/ Russ Phaneuf, co-founder, managing partner & chief strategist for IPM Advancement, has spent more than 25 years in nonprofit fundraising, with key roles in higher education development. Russ has been a finalist for the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) “Rising Star” award, and he has earned an AMA Spectrum Award recognizing outstanding collateral. He has also presented on strategic communications and constituent engagement for CASE, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, and the National League of Cities. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russphaneuf/ Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 30 years. In his role as senior consultant with IPM Advancement, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in major gifts program management, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richfrazier/

It's #GivingTuesday so naturally, our latest episode is with Giving Tuesday CEO Asha Curran, who takes us behind the scenes of a movement that's revolutionizing global generosity. With real-time tracking of $3.1B in donations across 105 countries, Asha reveals how data is reshaping philanthropy's future. She challenges traditional giving narratives, showing how everyday acts of generosity create lasting community transformation. Through rich storytelling and compelling insights, she illustrates how Giving Tuesday has evolved from a single day of giving into a year-round force for positive change.   In our previous conversation, Sean Carroll shares his remarkable journey leading Anera's $100M humanitarian mission across the Middle East. Drawing from 25 years of experience and personal insights from living in East Jerusalem, Carroll offers a powerful perspective on transforming communities through innovative aid. His leadership spans from delivering critical medical relief to pioneering tech training programs that create sustainable economic opportunities. Carroll's intimate knowledge of the region and dedication to building lasting change shines through in this compelling discussion.   These conversations will transform how you think about global impact and the power of giving. Listen now on BBBGive.org or your favorite podcast platform.   #HeartOfGiving #GivingTuesday #GlobalImpact #Philanthropy      

In this episode of Alumless, Chris and Ryan chat with Lauren Villanueva, Vice President for Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at Syracuse University, to explore the transformative work behind Forever Orange: The Campaign for Syracuse University. Lauren shares insights into the ambitious engagement goals set for the campaign and the strategies her team used to bring them to life. We also discuss her journey as a doctoral student studying engagement and how her research informs her approach to leading Syracuse's recently merged Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving teams. We chat with Lauren about the challenges and opportunities of integrating alumni engagement with annual giving and how this unified model creates meaningful connections and inspires philanthropy. Thanks to Protopia for being our presenting sponsor. Protopia is all the buzz in the engagement space. Find out how their unique AI-powered technology helps schools scale volunteerism and make it easy for alumni to help.

On today's episode of The Drive, Paul Swann is joined by Ted Alexander, the play-by-play voice of Old Dominion University, and Ryan Crisp, Marshall's Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement.

If you could officially name a squirrel at your alma mater (or turtle, or goose, or whatever critters roamed your campus when you did), would you? The only correct answer is yes.And that's that Caty Allgood and Brooke Preston were counting on when they implemented a Squirrel Naming campaign for Ohio University's Giving Day. After hearing about this idea from colleagues at Ole Miss, they figured out how to implement it themselves without any extra technology or investment. And the results were incredible: In their first year with the Squirrel Campaign, they raised almost half a million dollars more than the previous year and had an increase of over 750 donors. They beat their own records again in year two. Plus, the campaign encouraged participation from current students, Ohio friends, and so many wholesome comments to keep it going for years to come.At the end of the episode, Caty and Brooke surprise your host Day with her very own squirrel certificate! What an honor. Take a look.Guest Names: Caty Allgood, Executive Director, Annual Giving, Ohio University Brooke Preston, Associate Director of Creative Strategy, Ohio UniversityGuest Socials: Caty - www.linkedin.com/in/catyallgoodBrooke - www.linkedin.com/in/brookeprestonGuest Bios: Caty Allgood currently serves as the Executive Director of Annual Giving at Ohio University. With a career spanning 18 years, she's a seasoned Advancement professional who has served in roles in major giving, gift planning and annual giving. Caty received both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Ohio University and feels incredibly fortunate that she now has the opportunity to raise funds to make an OHIO education possible for others. Caty's team won a CASE Grand Gold award in 2022 for their Give Like Gary Campaign and continues to incorporate creative strategies into their annual giving appeals, most recently introducing a very fun and successful squirrel naming campaign into their annual OHIO Giving Day. Caty spends her free time with her husband, their 4-year-old son and their 1-year-old Yorkie. Brooke Preston (OHIO B.S.S. '02; MC '23) is the Associate Director of Creative Strategy for Ohio University's award-winning University Communications and Marketing team, where she leads the brand copywriting team and manages brand and marketing collaboration across 12 departments within the Division of Student Affairs. Brooke is also a published comedy and satire writer, editor and teacher, former faculty for The Second City, and is the head writer of the annual Thurber Prize for American Humor awards ceremony. Her writing has been published in The New York Times, Real Simple, The Cut, McSweeney's, Men's Health, Paste and more. She lives in the Columbus suburbs with her husband, tween daughter and two doofy labs. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dayana Kibildshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dayanakibilds/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Some of our favorites include Mission Admissions and Higher Ed Pulse.Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul talks with Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, about what fans can expect this weekend as Marshall hosts ULM for Senior Day. Plus, Paul asks listeners, "What upgrade would fans most like to see at the Joan?"

What's it like to come full circle at your alma mater, helping shape the next generation of Spiders? In this episode of "From Inside the Web," we dive into the stories of University of Richmond alumni who have returned to campus as admissions officers. Hear how their experiences as students inspired them to help others embark on their own Richmond journey, and learn how their time at UofR still influences their approach to welcoming future Spiders.Music by Wahyuddin and sound effects from Pixabay. This episode was edited and produced by Charlotte Haneke, Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Maggie Johnson, Associate Director of Regional and Young Graduate Engagement. 

On today's show, Paul Swann spoke with Ryan Crisp, Marshall's Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, ahead of Thursday night's game against Georgia State. Plus, comments from Marshall women's basketball coach Juli Fulks from her Sun Belt Conference media day press conference.

On today's episode of The Drive, Paul Swann is joined by Terry Harvin from the Georgia Southern Radio Network and Ryan Crisp, Marshall's Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement. 

In this episode of Alumless, we dive into strategic engagement in university advancement with special guest Heather Junod, Associate VP for Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at the University of Central Florida. We explore the challenges and opportunities schools face when crafting next-generation engagement strategies. Join us for a great conversation as Heather shares insights from her 16-year career at UCF, including how her team has leveraged dashboards to measure activity and target strategies that account for the breadth and depth of engagement. We also chat with Heather about the impact of UCF's rapid growth. Pick up this week's episode to hear valuable takeaways on scaling alumni engagement efforts while targeting key segments—and what the future holds for UCF's alumni engagement. A big thanks to our presenting sponsor, Protopia. Learn more about their AI-powered technology that enables scalable volunteerism. Visit protopia.co/alumless.

On today's episode of The Drive, Paul Swann is joined by Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales and Fan Engagement, to discuss the latest in Marshall sports. Plus, comments from Marshall linebacker Jaden Yates ahead of the Ohio State game. Paul also dives into the viral moment when Marshall football coach Charles Huff offered Ohio State players all-you-can-eat Tudor's Biscuit World biscuits as part of an NIL deal.

On today's episode of The Drive, Paul Swann spoke with Marshall men's golf coach Matt Grobe about the team's winning performance at the Joe Feaganes Marshall Invitational. Later, Paul caught up with Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement.

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul speaks with Ryan Crisp, the Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, about the new 'Safe to Stay with the Herd' initiative. Also, a special note—today is Paul's birthday.

Listen to our latest episode of Alumless from Friday, July 19th, 2024, where we dive into annual giving strategies. We're thrilled to feature Howard Heevner, Executive Director of Annual Programs at UC Berkeley. We'll discuss systemic challenges in annual giving, innovative approaches to connecting with rising generations, and the findings from a major alumni giving study. Plus, hear about Howard's insights on what a healthy donor pipeline looks like. We also have a special announcement to share in this episode! Thanks to Protopia for supporting the show! Learn more about Protopia's AI-powered technology by visiting protopia.co/alumless.

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, discusses the launch of HerdZone+. This new streaming service offers exclusive Marshall Athletics content, including the behind-the-scenes series "Herd Knocks," comparable to the NFL's "Hard Knocks." 

Meet Stephanie. In this "How It's Built" episode, she's sharing the journey of how the Perkins School for the Blind transformed their fundraising, customer experience and brand.  From rebuilding their websites to reimagining direct mail, Stephanie unveils the strategies that have breathed new life into a 200-year-old institution

In this episode, David Targonski, a nonprofit development expert, shares his insights on the power of direct mail in fundraising. He emphasizes that direct mail is not dead and can still be an effective tool for nonprofits to raise funds. He discusses the advantages of direct mail over email, highlighting the tactile nature of mail and the higher likelihood of response. Dave also provides tips on how to make direct mail stand out, such as using different envelope sizes and colors. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling and personalization in direct mail campaigns. Additionally, he discusses the role of direct mail in identifying major gift prospects and the importance of stewardship in building donor relationships.TakeawaysDirect mail is still a powerful tool for fundraising and can be more effective than email in certain situations.Using different envelope sizes, colors, and personalization can make direct mail stand out and increase response rates.Storytelling and personalization are key components of successful direct mail campaigns.Direct mail can be used to identify major gift prospects and build donor relationships.Stewardship is crucial in maintaining and growing donor support.Chapters01:04 The power of direct mail in fundraising14:16 The role of storytelling in direct mail29:30 Using direct mail to identify major gift prospects35:19 Tips and techniques for making direct mail stand out39:36 The importance of stewardship in direct mail fundraisingGuest BioDavid Targonski, Director of Development at St. Michael the Archangel Parish and School, has worked in nonprofit development for more than 24 years serving in various roles and responsibilities from Annual Giving to Planned Giving to Direct marketing. He has raised more than $100 million in his career.Leave a review! Reviews are hugely important because they help new people discover this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a review.Like this episode? Subscribe to our podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcasting app.Got a question that you'd like to ask a nonprofit professional? Email your questions to IMPACTcoaches@IMPACTability.net and listen to next episode to see if your question gets answered!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

This is PART 2 of the Bollotta-FIDE Meeting Goal$ episode. They are joined for this set of episodes by Tracy Fuller, InnovativEvents (Founder and CEO) and Megan Mildenberger, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation (Director of Annual Giving and Events). In this second part of this interview Megan and Tracy discuss the growth of their live (and now virtual) fundraising event through engagement, their attention to the fine details, trusting the talent, community partnerships and the "power of friendship". This duo of episodes is a MUST LISTEN for anyone who handles or volunteers nonprofit events, pass this on!ASK ANTHONY at www.bollotta.com/podcastFollow @BollottaEntertainment on InstagramThink about donating to MercyOne.

THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE ORIGINALLY RELEASED: JULY 16, 2021. The House of Mercy Game Show Gala 2024 just recently happened so we wanted to drop this back on feed as Anthony and Alex are onsite this week.Anthony and Alex are off to The Special Event Conference in Miami this weekend, but don't fret they are leaving you with a special 2 part Bollotta-FIDE. They are joined for this set of episodes by Tracy Fuller, InnovativEvents (Founder and CEO) and Megan Mildenberger, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation (Director of Annual Giving and Events). Recently Bollotta Entertainment had the opportunity to work with Tracy and Megan on the MercyOne House of Mercy Game Show Gala 2021 and in this episode the group hosts a public post mortem about the financially successful virtual fundraiser's challenges, wins and plans for the future.ASK ANTHONY at www.bollotta.com/podcastFollow @BollottaEntertainment on InstagramThink about donating to MercyOne.

Vasanta works at the intersection of healthcare and finance as an investment banker,and she is most passionate about investing in and advancing behavioral andwomen's health. She's also on the board at Sakhi – For South Asian Women. Sakhi is a New York City-based not-for-profit that represents South Asian survivors of gender-based violence. Vasanta is a frequent panelist or moderator at various healthcare conferences orwebinars and as an avid Princeton alumnus, she is a Co-Class Agent for herclass for Annual Giving and also serves on the National Annual Giving Committee. She also has many passions beyond advancing women's healthcare, she also lovescooking, has lots of house plants, loves arts and crafts and staying healthyand fit with Orange Theory. I'm excited to share this conversation I had withVasanta, because she is fiercely authentic and has developed an admirable setof core values that guide her. Which I think we can all learn from. If you take away one thing from this episode, letit be this: As a woman in a male dominated career, and an immigrant Vasanta isa shining example of how being different has the power to drive you to want to fit in, unless you decide that being different is awesome! Show highlights:Listen all the way through because there are a lot of gems that you wouldn't expect –for example Vasanta's path from majoring in Anthropology to wanting to be a food writer to becoming an investment banker.We also talk about the difference between how men and women build trust in the workplace, and how she dealt with men in her office who didn't understand her methods. How exhausting it is to not be yourself, and how it kills trust How following your passion leads you to figure out the “how” to make it happen.Knowing how to do something is not the driver, and not knowing how to do something wont stop you if you have a passion for it. If you don't have a passion, look for your super power. What are you really good at. We also talk about how you don't have to subscribe to the belief that competition is best. A rising tide lifts all boats. You can hear this advice but u don't have to agree with it just because lots of people say it, but listen as we talk about it and decide for yourself. Helpful links:Connect with Vasanta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vasantapundarika/Nominate a Driven Woman:https://live.thedrivenwomenproject.com/nominateadrivenwomanConnect with Erin Smith directly: erin@drivenbeyondexcellence.comDownload Erin's free ebook: https://live.thedrivenwomenproject.com/ebook

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul broadcasts live from Jack Cook Field for the start of the Tri-State Coal Cats Baseball season. Paul speaks with Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, about the new team. Plus, Jason Hurst from WCHS-TV 8 stops by the booth to chat with Paul.

Meet Kel. She empowers nonprofits to grow their mid-level donor relationships through 5-Minute Fundraising Asks (over the phone!)

Tiffany Alexander Aldridge '87 is Director of Annual Giving at Harvard-Westlake, overseeing a program that leads all American day schools in overall dollars (raising more than $10M in 2022-2023). However, what draws Tiffany to the role is not the program's size, but its impact—which Tiffany and her family know personally. Tiffany grew up in South LA as the only child of a single mom, gaining access to Westlake School for Girls in 10th grade due to both her exceptional talent and the availability of need-based financial aid. It was this same combination of talent and resources that enabled her son, Chase Aldridge '15, to also attend Harvard-Westlake. While Tiffany's professional career has spanned various meaningful political and non-profit fundraising roles, in 2022 she seized the opportunity to return to HW and direct the very same program that profoundly impacted her family. It is a story that brings Tiffany quite literally to tears, imbued with gratitude for the role she plays now in creating more opportunities for students like her. Tiffany references Westlake educators Hope Boyd, Craig Deutsche, and Elizabeth Gregory as profound influences.

In this episode of The Drive with Paul Swann, Marshall distance runner Abby Herring joins us to discuss her recent victory in the Women's 5K at the Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Championship. We also have a conversation with Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletics Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement at Marshall University, about the Marshall baseball team's final home series against Coastal Carolina. 

Ryan Smith is bringing a pro hockey team to Utah, which means big things for Utah Football and Utah Athletics. How will the arrival of the National Hockey League benefit Kyle Whittingham? Will we see an NHL game in Rice Eccles Stadium? How close was Utah Gymnastics to a national championship? In today's Locked On Ute episode, JT Wistrcill and Mike Lageschulte, the Director of Annual Giving for Utah Athletics, discuss how hockey's emergence will benefit Utah. Follow the show: @LoUtah'sUtes Follow JT: @Jtwistrcill Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Americans are losing confidence in higher education, alumni are carrying record level student debt loads, and charitable giving in general is shifting more towards social impact causes — all of which makes it harder for higher ed institutions to make their case for support. In today's podcast episode, we look at strategies for higher ed fundraising, including how to engage young alumni, the role of major donors, attracting corporate partners, the value of give-to-get, and more. Free 30-minute fundraising consultation for NPFX listeners: http://www.ipmadvancement.com/free Want to suggest a topic, guest, or nonprofit organization for an upcoming episode? Send an email with the subject "NPFX suggestion" to contact@ipmadvancement.com. Additional Resources IPM's free Nonprofit Resource Library: https://www.ipmadvancement.com/resources [NPFX] When Your Nonprofit's Case for Support Just Isn't Working https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/when-your-nonprofit-s-case-for-support-just-isn-t-working [NPFX] Giving USA 2023: Key Insights behind the Numbers https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/giving-usa-2023-key-insights-behind-the-numbers Sami Zoss, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer for DSU Foundation, is a passionate nonprofit leader who likes to make lasting connections and perpetuate worthwhile causes. With an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Miami University, Sami has given her time and talent to several organizations including Camp Gilbert Inc., a volunteer-led, not-for-profit company supporting a one-week summer camp for children in the South Dakota area living with Type 1 diabetes. Her professional expertise lies in stewardship, alumni and donor relations, and external engagement. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sami-zoss-mba-7535778b/ https://trojansunite.org/ Emily Berry leads the Annual Giving effort at Miami University, generating more than $6 million each year. With more than two decades of fundraising and advancement experience, Emily brings a wealth of experience and knowledge as a session presenter. She has previously served on the District V conference committee, and her team has been recognized with CASE Circle of Excellence Awards for their annual day of giving, #MoveInMiami. https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-berry-3b23867/ https://moveinmiami.org/ Russ Phaneuf, a co-founder of IPM Advancement, has a background in higher education development, with positions at the University of Hartford, Northern Arizona University, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. As IPM's managing director & chief strategist, Russ serves as lead fundraising strategist, award-winning content creator, and program analyst specializing in applied system dynamics. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russphaneuf/ Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 30 years. In his role as senior consultant with IPM Advancement, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in major gifts program management, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richfrazier/

"Choral programs don't exist in a vacuum. They exist in a place, and they exist in a place that serves a people. That people group is always bigger than choir. The first thing that you've gotta do is answer the question, 'how are my people, how is my place going to be served by choral music?' and then build that. You've gotta build that one step at a time."Joshua Cheney, a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, is the Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. He is responsible for the leadership and administration of GWU Choirs, to include the direction of Concert Choir, Men's Chorale, Handbell Ensemble, and the Worship Ensemble. Joshua also teaches courses in conducting, voice, and guitar.In addition to his work in teaching, Joshua currently serves as the Interim Music Minister for the First Baptist Church of Asheville, North Carolina. In this role he participates in worship planning and leads the Adult Choir in rehearsal and worship. Joshua is an active performer and has sung professionally with the North Carolina Master Chorale Chamber Choir, Bel Canto Company, the Red Shift Choir, and Coro Vocati. Joshua is a regular clinician, adjudicator, and presenter, having directed honor choirs, adjudicated choral festivals, and given lectures at professional conferences throughout the South. Previous appointments include service as the Assistant Professor of Choral Music at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, the Assistant Director of Music and Worship at the First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the Choral Music Educator at John M. Morehead High School in Eden, North Carolina, and the Choral Music Educator at Harnett Central Middle School in Angier, North Carolina.Joshua holds the B.A. in Music Education from Campbell University, the M.M. in Choral Conducting and Church Music from Mercer University, and the D.M.A. in Choral Conducting from Louisiana State University. Joshua is married to Rebekah Cheney, who serves as the Director of Annual Giving at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Joshua and Rebekah reside in Asheville, North Carolina.To get in touch with Joshua, you can find him on Instagram (@jcheneyconductor or @gardnerwebbchoirs) or email him at mailto:jcheney1@gardner-webb.edu .Choir Fam wants to hear from you! Check out the Minisode Intro Part 3 episode from February 16, 2024, to hear how to share your story with us.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

This week we talk about management and leadership. Elizabeth has developed training materials to help managers at all levels increase the performance and retention of their teams. Elizabeth Keppel is the Senior Director of Annual Giving & Digital Strategy at Johns Hopkins University, where she leads a comprehensive, university-wide annual giving program. Prior to joining the Hopkins team in 2020, Elizabeth served in several roles at the University of Florida, most recently as the director of development for annual giving and strategic initiatives. In that role, she led UF's leadership annual giving program which served as the organization's talent pipeline for major gift fundraisers. At the outset of her fundraising career, she worked as an assistant director on the advancement team at her alma mater, the College of William & Mary in Virginia. Elizabeth has a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from William & Mary and a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/devdebrief/support

This week we hear from Heather who just relocated to Houston, Texas for a new role as Executive Director, Annual Giving at Rice University. She talks to us about how we can get started using AI in our work and she suggests a few places to start. She equates learning new systems like training for a marathon--start small. A few places to start include but are not limited to: Google Gemini, Microsoft co-pilot, learning how to write prompts, developing an awareness of bias within what AI creates, and large language models. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/devdebrief/support

Janessa Wheeler, Annual Giving and Stewardship Specialist for Forever Balboa Park, is joined by her colleague, Phillip Sammuli, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, to talk about its never-ending work to serve as the lead private partner to work on behalf of all 1,200 acres of Balboa.  Wheeler and Sammuli discuss the upcoming sPARK Awards, slated for May 9 at the San Diego Air and Space Museum; the new strategic plan; and its new Special Use Permit.

On this edition of Alumless, we're featuring special guest Cheryl Harrelson, Associate Vice Chancellor for Alumni, Annual Giving, & Pipeline Development. We asked Cheryl about her remarkable tenure at UCSD, leading a unique combined engagement model that includes career services. We also chat with Cheryl about what she thinks about the transition to Vice President of University Advancement at Georgia State University beginning May 1. We spend time with Cheryl on DEIB and why the "B" for belonging has been a north star while developing accessible engagement programs at UC San Diego. Thanks to Protopia for supporting the show! Visit protopia.co/alumless to learn more about their AI-powered technology.

Fritz Schroeder became Senior Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations in October 2012 and has served Johns Hopkins for more than 23 years in a series of senior management roles.He provides leadership and oversight for all fundraising and alumni efforts of the university and Johns Hopkins Medicine, and serves as the institution's chief fundraising officer. He was responsible for planning and executing the recently concluded Rising to the Challenge campaign, which received more than $6 billion in commitments.Schroeder joined Johns Hopkins in 1996 as Director of Annual Giving and became Executive Director of Development and Alumni Relations in 2000. During this time he had responsibility for alumni outreach and for annual giving programs, serving as the Executive Director of the Alumni Association.In 2004, Schroeder became Associate Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, with a promotion to Senior Associate Vice President in 2006. He shared responsibility with deans and directors for the university's decentralized fundraising operations in the schools and other units; provided leadership for centralized development support offices; and took the lead on strategic planning, budget planning and oversight, trustee stewardship, prospect strategy development, and general organizational issues.Schroeder joined Johns Hopkins from the University of Maryland at College Park, where he had served since 1989 in a number of roles, including Director of Annual Giving from 1993 to 1996.He is a frequent speaker and conference leader, serves as a trustee of CASE, and is the author of the 2000 book Annual Giving: A Practical Approach as well as several other fundraising chapters. In addition, he is currently leading an effort to develop a more consistent advancement curriculum through the work of a task force established by CASE in the fall of 2017.Schroeder is a 1989 graduate of James Madison University. He earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland at College Park in 1994.

Joining Paul Swann today is London, Ohio's very own Ryan Crisp, the Associate Athletics Director of Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement.  Crisp updates Swann on ticket availability for the upcoming Marshall baseball season.  Stay connected with all the latest sports updates and behind-the-scenes action by following Paul Swann on X @PaulSwann.  If you're enjoying the show, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could share it with someone you think would also enjoy it. Thank you for your support! And to never miss another episode, be sure to subscribe at https://thedrivewithpaulswann.transistor.fm/subscribe. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this podcast episode, Mary Hackett discusses the importance of metrics in annual giving. She emphasizes the need to measure what truly matters and avoid vanity metrics. Mary then dives into specific key performance indicators (KPIs) for annual giving, including retention rate, retention rate for first-time donors, upgrade rate, total raised, donor pool growth, and second gifts in the same fiscal year. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Metrics03:03 Importance of Annual Giving07:13 Retention Rate08:32 Retention Rate for First-Time Donors10:29 Upgrade Rate12:51 Total Raised14:31 Donor Pool16:10 Second Gift in the Same Fiscal Year18:07 Trendy Annual Giving Slogans Downloads and Resources Mentioned In This Episode → Download KPI's For Annual Giving→ Join The Nonprofit Collective → Connect with Mary Hackett on LinkedIn→ Join our Private Facebook Group→ The Donor Cultivation Masterclass

Paul Swann is live from the Cam Henderson Center on the campus of Marshall University for today's show. Joining Swann is Ryan Crisp, Associate Athletic Director for Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement, as well as the NSMA 2022 West Virginia Sportswriter of the Year, Luke Creasy. Stay connected with all the latest sports updates and behind-the-scenes action by following Paul Swann on X @PaulSwann.  If you're enjoying the show, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could share it with someone you think would also enjoy it. Thank you for your support! And to never miss another episode, be sure to subscribe at https://thedrivewithpaulswann.transistor.fm/subscribe. ★ Support this podcast ★

Merry Christmas! We hope you enjoy this special replay episode of our Annual Giving Show from last year. If you missed this year's Giving Show on December 18th, it was a special one; make sure you go back and listen to it. Have a question for the show? Call 888-825-5225 Weekdays from 2-5pm ET Support Our Sponsor: Neighborly Need help with your taxes? See who we trust. Protect yourself with the right coverage—take our coverage quiz! Want a plan for your money? Find out where to start: Click Here Listen to all The Ramsey Network podcasts: Click Here Interested in advertising on The Ramsey Show? Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. https://www.megaphone.fm/adchoices Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

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We've got a BONUS episode this week! Join us for a conversation with the incomparable Kim Infanti, Executive Director for Digital Engagement in the Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at Syracuse University. On the show, we get into the weeds on all things digital and make predictions for the future.  During our conversation, we dive into how digital plays a crucial role in bringing together the work of alumni and annual giving teams while activating and retaining donors. We discuss how teams should think about tools like social media email and what the future looks like regarding AI.  Join us at our regular time this Friday at 11:30 a.m. EDT. Subscribe to the podcast edition of Alumless for our bonus segment with Kim.  Thanks to Max Leisten and the team at Protopia for being our presenting sponsor. Visit protopia.co/alumless to learn more about their AI-driven technology designed to scale engagement like never before. 

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, we have a special guest, Ryan Crisp. He serves as the Associate Athletics Director at Marshall University and oversees Annual Giving, Ticket Sales, and Fan Engagement. Ryan will be sharing the latest updates and insights from the Athletics Department. Stay connected with all the latest sports updates and behind-the-scenes action by following Paul Swann on Twitter @PaulSwann.  If you're enjoying the show, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could share it with someone you think would also enjoy it. Thank you for your support! And to never miss another episode, be sure to subscribe at https://thedrivewithpaulswann.transistor.fm/subscribe. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Emily and I talk about preparing for fiscal year end, annual giving trends and changes, and her passion for leadership. Emily Kernan is the Executive Director of The Penn Fund at the University of Pennsylvania, where she oversees all annual giving efforts primarily engaging undergraduate alumni. She previously led the annual fund team at Rice University and started her career in development at Lafayette College. Emily has remained committed to annual giving throughout her professional life because she loves building relationships with donors and volunteers at every level as well as collaborating with almost every other team across development in some way. She is a volunteer herself as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Philadelphia Ballet and the outgoing Chair of the Annual Giving Directors Consortium (AGDC). Emily holds a BA in English from Binghamton University (SUNY) and an MS in Nonprofit Leadership from Penn's School of Social Policy and Practice. Her instructional experience includes presenting for AGN, CASE, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), teaching about annual giving at Rice's Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership, and being a course assistant for a class on human-centered design through Penn's School of Social Policy and Practice. She lives in Philadelphia with her two cats—Alvin and Simon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/devdebrief/support