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Donor and Customer Relations, Planned Giving and Nonprofit Fundraising
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Why so many trust Wayne
Standing Room Only
Wayne presents ideas you need, in fresh understandable terms. Whether in his books, or convention appearances, or personalized training or consulting, you will gain creative, new ideas and ways you can improve your career and organization immediately.
When Wayne speaks it is often standing room only. It is not unusual for his sessions to be closed because they are at capacity. Once in Baltimore at AFP ICON (the intertnaiontal conference), the Fire Marshall had to clear people out of the doorway. The crowd was spilling out of the room, blocking the hallway, and even the custodians were stopping to hear the presentation.
Most Requested Presentations
Donor Relations the Disney Way
Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members
To Get More Gifts, Think Like a Donor
What if Walt Disney were the CEO of your organization? What would you do differently? How much more money would you raise? This session looks at the successes of Walt Disney and how we can apply his philosophy, his creativity and his approach to our mission and running our organizations. We’ll also look at some contemporary examples of co
What if Walt Disney were the CEO of your organization? What would you do differently? How much more money would you raise? This session looks at the successes of Walt Disney and how we can apply his philosophy, his creativity and his approach to our mission and running our organizations. We’ll also look at some contemporary examples of companies that are doing it rightly, and we’ll have some fun as we learn ways of being more like Walt.
To Get More Gifts, Think Like a Donor
Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members
To Get More Gifts, Think Like a Donor
This presentation explores how donors choose to give. Participants leave with solid and clear examples of how they can improve their fundraising by reaching and more effectively engaging donors. We will examine practical examples and leave with ways we can use immediately to increase our fundraising and improve donor relations.
Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members
Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members
Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members
This popular presentation is based on Wayne's book by the same title. This presentation reveals what a board member's role is and should be in fundraising. We will make fundraising comfortable for the fundraisers and board members, and dispel the notion that board members need to pester their friends or beg for money. We'll make fundraisi
This popular presentation is based on Wayne's book by the same title. This presentation reveals what a board member's role is and should be in fundraising. We will make fundraising comfortable for the fundraisers and board members, and dispel the notion that board members need to pester their friends or beg for money. We'll make fundraising fun and doable for every board member. Wayne also shares the standard every board should follow for its members regarding fundraising. Get your board going with this key presentation.
Planned Giving Made Easy
Think Like Your Donor, Client or Customer
Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members
Learn how your organization can add planned giving to your fundraising. No matter how large or how small your organization is, Wayne will show you how to dramatically increase your bottom line. This training features practical easy steps anyone can take, whether you are new to fundraising, or have been working in the field for years.
Think Like Your Donor, Client or Customer
Think Like Your Donor, Client or Customer
Think Like Your Donor, Client or Customer
Harry Beckwith, in his book, Selling the Invisible, said "Customer Service in this country is so bad, you can offer above-average service and still stink." Wayne will show you how you can think like your customer, client or donor, to make them happy, build loyalty and grow your organization.
Connect - The Power of Communication
Think Like Your Donor, Client or Customer
Think Like Your Donor, Client or Customer
The greatest message in the world is meaningless if no one hears it. Yet a simple, whispered idea, when understood, can change the world. Let Wayne show you how we can all make more of our work count. It is about the power of communication. People take it for granted, but few of us know how to truly connect with others. Unlock the secrets
The greatest message in the world is meaningless if no one hears it. Yet a simple, whispered idea, when understood, can change the world. Let Wayne show you how we can all make more of our work count. It is about the power of communication. People take it for granted, but few of us know how to truly connect with others. Unlock the secrets of effective communication and grow more than you thought possible.
Lead from Where Your Are
Keynote - Why Fundraising Matters
Keynote - Why Fundraising Matters
We all have the ability to be great leaders. It is only a question of whether we want to be. Leadership is something we can learn and practice. In this presentation Wayne shares what characteristics all leaders share, with some surprising revelations. We will also explore the difference between managers and leaders and why most people mis
We all have the ability to be great leaders. It is only a question of whether we want to be. Leadership is something we can learn and practice. In this presentation Wayne shares what characteristics all leaders share, with some surprising revelations. We will also explore the difference between managers and leaders and why most people mistake the two. Attend this presentation and leave knowing things you can do immediately to be a better leader...and better follower. No matter where you are in your organization you will be a better leader.
Keynote - Why Fundraising Matters
Keynote - Why Fundraising Matters
Keynote - Why Fundraising Matters
Inspire your staff, board and volunteers with this keynote presentation which shows the importance of fundraising and nonprofit work. Charge up your people with this look at the current state of the industry and why their work matters. Attendees will have fun, enjoy the presentation, maybe share a laugh or tear, and leave inspired with th
Inspire your staff, board and volunteers with this keynote presentation which shows the importance of fundraising and nonprofit work. Charge up your people with this look at the current state of the industry and why their work matters. Attendees will have fun, enjoy the presentation, maybe share a laugh or tear, and leave inspired with the joy of knowing their work matters and what they can do to make it matter even more.
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Consulting
Consulting
Consulting
Wayne can help you build your departent, your program or your staff. Whether a one-time retreat, or ongoing consulting, let's discuss how Wayne can help you.
Writing
Consulting
Consulting
Thousands of nonprofits have used Wayne's writing in their brochures, campaigns, marketing and newsletters. Trust your important content to someone who can convey with passion your mission, your goals and motivate others to join and give.
Your Board
A common complaint among nonprofits is the board is not motivated. That's because they've never been properly asked, trained or equipped. Have a board retreat (length you choose) to get your board excited about the mission and fundraising. Complement it with Wayne's book, Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members.
About Me
Wayne is an author and frequent speaker to nonprofit organizations. Although trained in planned giving, his specialty is marketing and donor relations. He is famous for his presentation, Donor Relations the Disney Way.
Wayne is the author of six books (with a seventh on the way) including, The Disney Difference, and Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members. He has spoken internationally to organizations such as AFP ICON, AHP International, CASE, CGP, NASA, Mensa and many more. He has led retreats for Meredyth College, the University of South Carolina, and he has been a keynote speaker at National Philanthropy Days for almost 20 years.