315. Creating Purpose-Driven Donor Events + Unlocking Your Own Unicorn Sparkle - Matthew Helmer

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits
315. Creating Purpose-Driven Donor Events + Unlocking Your Own Unicorn Sparkle - Matthew Helmer
Aug 29, 2022 Season 6
We Are For Good

Overview
Meet Matthew. As The *DRG's resident Unicorn, he believes in embracing organizational change through novel ideas. This internationally recognized storyteller has led teams in the production of award-winning events, communications, and donor engagement efforts (tune in for a fascinating case study!) . We're chatting about how to evolve our teams, embracing streamlined processes and pitching creative engagement opportunities.

đź’ˇLearn

  • How organizations can reimagine internal collaboration and innovation
  • Case Study: Colorado State University Foundation's event & engagement realignment Incorporating data and metrics into the event planning process
  • Unlocking your unique gifts - straight from the sector's other Unicorn

*Donor Relations Guru is now renamed The DRG Group. So proud of you for this brave move, friends. Check out the announcement here.

Today’s Guest

​Matthew Helmer, Consultant and Strategist, DRG Group

Episode Highlights

  • Matthew’s story and journey to where he is today (3:00)
  • Experiencing organizational change at Colorado State University (9:00)
  • Centralized event management in higher education (12:00)
  • Creating meaningful events and experiences (19:00)
  • An example of bringing these philosophies to life (25:00)
  • Releasing the inner unicorn in all of us (39:00)
  • A powerful moment of philanthropy in Matthew’s life (44:00)
  • Matthew’s One Good Thing: Gratitude. (49:00)
  • How to connect with Matthew (51:00)

For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/315

About our Sponsor Neon One
Technology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.


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