In an earlier post I outlined an example of a social media failure. In that example I related how I was contacted by somebody that wanted to add me to their professional network. After some brief exchanges with them it was clear that their request … [Continue reading] about Social Media WIN – Authenticity in Action
Thank You Montreal: An AFP Leadership Academy Reflection

I had the great opportunity to attend the AFP Leadership Academy this year. AFP conferences are always a great opportunity to network with fundraising peers across the world, catch up with friends I haven't seen in a while, and take in some … [Continue reading] about Thank You Montreal: An AFP Leadership Academy Reflection
Social Media FAIL and the Importance of Authenticity

Not long ago a message appeared in my e-mail inbox: SENDER: LinkedIn suggests we may know each other. Must be because of the mutual relationships. Would be glad to invite you to Link In if useful to you. Intrigued, I searched the sender's name … [Continue reading] about Social Media FAIL and the Importance of Authenticity
2011 AFP NC Philanthropy Conference

It's my pleasure to have been invited to present at the 7th Annual AFP NC Philanthropy Conference in Durham, NC on August 11, 2011. My session, International Perspectives to Inform Our Best Practices, explores the context for philanthropy and … [Continue reading] about 2011 AFP NC Philanthropy Conference
Donor-Centered Planned Gift Marketing – breathing new life into planned giving [Book Review]

If you're like me, the term "planned gift" immediately conjures up visions of accountants, lawyers, and financial planners gathered around a large table stacked to the ceiling with superfluous paperwork situated in a musty building not far from a … [Continue reading] about Donor-Centered Planned Gift Marketing – breathing new life into planned giving [Book Review]