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The Development Debrief

Kathryn Van Sickle
Fundraising
Artificial Intelligence
Philanthropy
Higher Education
CFR (corporate and Foundation Relations)
Johns Hopkins University
UCLA
Corporate Funding
Stanford Medicine
Difficult Conversations
Emotional Intelligence
Digital Engagement Strategies
Foundation Funding
Elizabeth Keppel
Higher Education Advancement
Evertrue
Management
Higher Education Philanthropy
Yale University
Parents Leadership Council

Podcast by Kathryn Van Sickle *The views on this podcast are my own and do not reflect the views of my employer.

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Recent Guests

David L. Kennedy
Vice President for Alumni Engagement and Development at Duke University
Duke University
Episode: 170. David Kennedy: Strategic Realignment
Adrian Colarusso
Professional wealth advisor and CFA, CFP with a focus on charitable giving
Target Rock Wealth Management
Episode: 168. Adrian Colarusso: What is your wealth's Highest Purpose?
Carolyn Vine
Oversees fundraising activities at Robin Hood and leads the development, marketing, and events team.
Robin Hood
Episode: 167. Carolyn Vine: Leadership, Legacy, and the Future of Robin Hood
Joel Malina
Former Vice President for University Relations at Cornell University
Brunswick Group
Episode: 166. Joel Malina: How to Define and Respond to Crisis
Claudia Taylor Overstrom
Chair of Yale's Parents Leadership Council and Yale alumna
Yale University
Episode: 165. Claudia Taylor Overstrom: Parent Fundraising at Yale
Robin Aviv
Founder and Executive Chairperson of Generation SOS, empowers teens to make life-saving decisions about substance use and mental health issues.
Generation SOS
Episode: 164. Robin Aviv: Sharing Our Stories
Craig Shelley
President of Fundraising and Strategy Services at Carey & Co.
Carey & Co.
Episode: 163. Craig Shelley: High Performing Teams
Susan Murray
Chief Revenue Officer at Year Up
Year Up
Episode: 162. Susan Murray: Raising Unrestricted Capital
Dr. Tina Bernot
Executive Director of Advancement at Murray State University
Murray State University
Episode: 159. Dr. Tina Bernot: Grit, Growth, and Gratitude

Host

Kathryn Van Sickle
Host with expertise in fundraising and development, engaging discussions with a variety of guests from nonprofit and higher education sectors.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Amazing

    So interesting! a great podcast filled with valuable tools and talking points for Development Professionals 😎

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colin1777
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic, real-world advice for fundraisers

    I’ve been in a development for a few years and recently moved into major gifts. I started looking for resources to help guide me, and I found this wonderful podcast. Kathryn chooses great topics and finds smart guest with actionable advice that I can bring to my work. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liz M.F.
    United States4 years ago
  • Thought-provoking and timely

    The Development Debrief podcast provides a wonderful venue for learning about some of the contemporary challenges and opportunities faced by fundraising professionals. Kathryn Van Sickle is a natural interviewer, able to draw insightful comments out of each of her guests. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OPGirl
    United States5 years ago
  • Compelling conversations

    Kathryn does a great job engaging with her guests through thoughtful interviews that lead to actionable information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DRGamer123
    United States5 years ago
  • Insightful, fun, and needed conversations

    Kathryn does a strong job engaging her guests in thoughtful and timely questions that produce insightful conversations. A must listen for any fundraising professional!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tylerlhough
    United States5 years ago

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Many comments emphasize the importance of the podcast as a resource for those in the nonprofit and higher education fields, particularly regarding best practices and innovative strategies.
Listeners appreciate the actionable insights and real-world advice shared by guests, enhancing their professional practices in development.
The interviews are described as thoughtful and engaging, often highlighting significant issues within the fundraising landscape.

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169. Joanne Berger-Sweeney: Trinity's All In Campaign
Q: What do you focus on now?
Berger-Sweeney is involved in various board positions and looks to contribute through mentoring and coaching.
168. Adrian Colarusso: What is your wealth's Highest Purpose?
Q: What does it look like to help a client understand what they can afford to give?
We assess their overall financial picture, looking for excess wealth or income available for charitable giving.
168. Adrian Colarusso: What is your wealth's Highest Purpose?
Q: How do we share the same goal?
Our goal is to make the most of my client's wealth in partnership with them, including saving money on taxes and investing their money.
166. Joel Malina: How to Define and Respond to Crisis
Q: Was it just that you felt like you had had this really full, robust chapter and you wanted to leave on a high point?
I was interested in finding something fulfilling that had a better work-life balance after a demanding tenure at Cornell.
166. Joel Malina: How to Define and Respond to Crisis
Q: How do you make the decision to basically call something like an emergency?
There are certain common strategies and you need to actively engage and listen to all key constituencies for effective crisis management.

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This podcast focuses on the intricacies of fundraising, development strategies, and leadership within nonprofit and higher education sectors. Experts from various organizations discuss their experiences and insights on topics such as crisis management, community engagement, and innovative fundraising approaches, making it a valuable resource for professionals in the field. Episodes highlight real-world challenges and successes, providing actionable advice for navigating the fundraising landscape and fostering effective donor relations. Unique discussions around the evolving roles of alumni in support of educational institutions and the importance of ethical leadership enhance the content's relevance to listeners seeking to excel in developm... more

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