Navigating Capital Campaigns: Lessons in Leadership and Strategy
Description
In this episode, Andrea Kihlstedt talks with Alexandra O’Connor about her journey in capital campaign fundraising. From learning the ropes at Community MusicWorks to leading an ambitious endowment campaign at The Gordon School, Alexandra shares insights on donor engagement, strategic planning, and balancing operations with relationship-building.
They also discuss the challenges of increasing campaign goals, the power of feasibility studies, and the importance of confidence in fundraising. Whether you're looking to strengthen donor relationships, refine your campaign planning, or gain confidence in making big asks, this episode is filled with valuable lessons.
Tune in to hear Alexandra’s journey and discover practical tips to elevate your own fundraising efforts!
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