Don't Be Afraid to Shake Up your Event Portfolio

Don't Be Afraid to Shake Up your Event Portfolio

Author: Amy Milne March 23, 2023 Duration: 29:03
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Lynn Wilson, Chief Development Officer at the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario, a non-profit organization that champions childhood cancer care. Lynn is a career fundraiser and not only used to work with Amy at SickKids, but they are dear friends. The two chat about their mutual appreciation for the role that events play in fundraising and filling your pipeline. Lynn walks us through the reasons why POGO decided to retire their...

Amy Milne hosts Real Talk for the Non-Profit Event Pro, a space dedicated to the unique challenges of planning events that drive mission and revenue. This isn't about surface-level tips; it's a frank conversation about what actually works when the pressure is on. Every episode pairs Amy with a seasoned guest to unpack the complexities of sponsorship strategies, the nuances of peer-to-peer fundraising, and the often-overlooked logistical details that make or break an experience. You'll hear honest stories from the field-both successes and hard-learned lessons-that provide a real-world education. The focus is always on creating events that resonate deeply with communities, inspire lasting engagement, and ultimately raise more funds for the cause. Whether you're navigating marketing on a tight budget or trying to secure that major sponsor, this podcast offers grounded advice and practical insights. Tune in for those candid discussions that cut through the noise, giving you the tools and confidence to produce meaningful, epic events. It’s the essential resource for anyone who believes their nonprofit’s events should matter as much as the mission they support.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 62

Real Talk for the Non-Profit Event Pro
Podcast Episodes
Why Your Corporate Partnerships Must Elevate Your Guest Experience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:31
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Mel Jack, Manager of Brand Partnerships at Alterra Mountain Company, a hospitality company that owns and operates 15 iconic year-round resorts throughout No…
The Power of Story: How to Clarify your Message to Engage More Donors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:29
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Dr. J.J. Peterson, Head of StoryBrand and certified marketing genius. StoryBrand helps companies and non-profit organizations create a clear brand story and…
How Elevated Event Experiences Can Lead to Better Member Engagement [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:34
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Amanda Kaiser, a member engagement strategist and author of Elevating Engagement: Uncommon Strategies for Creating a Thriving Member Community. Amanda is al…
Focusing on the Little Things to Create an Epic Event Experience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:07
Send a text Straight from the sun and sand of the Dominican Republic, in this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real about why the little things are so crucial to nailing your event experience. She draws a parallel betwe…