Academic leaders are typically expert scholars in their fields but don’t learn core leadership skills when they move into their leadership positions. They rarely get formal training on ways to be simultaneously self-aware, emotionally intelligent, savvy about navigating systems and hierarchies, as well as effective at financial management, public speaking, crisis management, and conflict resolution. […]
As a frontline fundraiser, you have likely honed your “fundraising voice” over time. You have learned to embody crucial tenets such as integrity, listening, and humility in ways that feel authentic and purposeful. As you continue adapting to a virtual workflow, have you considered whether your fundraising voice is deeply rooted in handshakes or face-to-face […]
As competition for donor dollars increases, it’s more important than ever to build solid strategies around the three critical components of the annual giving fundraising cycle: acquisition, participation, and retention. Join us for a discussion series to learn new ideas for how to build and sustain a healthy donor base. In community with other annual […]
All alumni-student mentoring programs connect students to alumni for professional development and engagement purposes. But while some programs aim to serve as many students as possible, other programs try to foster meaningful connections by being highly personalized and selective. Join us online to learn about Leadership OU, a highly selective, award-winning program at Oakland University. […]
Faculty bring a range of academic and professional talents to their departments. Because of this, many faculty carry heavy workloads, which can lead to high levels of burnout. Chairs are in the unique position to manage faculty workloads, and consequently, the long-term growth and development of faculty, as well. However, many chairs do not have […]
Mike Frantz has served in enrollment and admissions positions for over two decades. He came to Buena Vista University (BVU) from Robert Morris University, where he served as vice president of enrollment for two years. Previous to his time at Robert Morris, Frantz lead the enrollment program at Wilkes University. From 1989–1998, Frantz was a […]
With an extensive background in fundraising, donor relations, program development and leadership, Sarah is committed to not only stewarding past gifts, but inspiring future philanthropy at higher education and non-profit organizations across the country. Sarah has been responsible for building new and innovative donor relations programs from the ground up at multiple educational institutions and […]
Kris Plunkett, Ed.D. is the Senior Director of Advancement at the University of Florida, where he leads efforts to drive philanthropic growth and strengthen donor engagement of the Levin College of Law. With nine years of experience in higher education fundraising, he previously served as Director of Principal Gifts at the University of Texas McCombs School […]
In his capacity as a health promoter at the University of Toronto, Chad Jankowski has 10 years of experience in developing, delivering, and evaluating health-promoting initiatives that support success. His work has included consulting with campus partners on the development of health-enhancing solutions, co-creating an institution-wide online mental health training resource, and overseeing the creation […]
Chuck Procknow joined George K. Bam & Company in April 2002. Mr. Procknow has built a national practice for focusing on the tax-exempt financing needs of independent elementary and secondary schools, institutions of higher education, healthcare and social services institutions, and biomedical research related institutions. During his career he has served as senior banker for […]
