Pivoting To Best and Next Practices During and After COVID-19
The Development Download Podcast
Release Date: 05/12/2020
Behind the Scenes at the Power Tools for Nonprofits Conference
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Want to know what it's like to attend the Power Tools for Nonprofits Conference, now in its 31st year in Houston, TX? In this episode, we interviewed attendees throughout the day in "man on the street" style interviews. Special thanks are due to Darrell Jimerson Jr. for his expert help in audio mixing this episode. The keynote speaker and book referenced in the episode is "Be the Unicorn" by William Vanderbloemen.
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Fundraising As a First Choice with Allison Bryant and Abby Trahan
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When you hear fundraisers talk about how they got into the profession, almost all say they 'fell into it." In the latest episode of The Development Download, "Fundraising As a First Choice," guests Allison Bryant and Abby Trahan, MPA, CFRE, speak with your host, Sarah Brown Rankin about how they chose Fundraising First!
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Devo Besties with Nekia Robinson and Jess Moore
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In this episode, host Sarah Brown Rankin chats with AFPGH board members Nekia Robinson and Jess Moore. They discuss how important "Development Besties" are in the sometimes-challenging nonprofit industry. Join us for this laughter-filled conversation!
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The Big Leap with Loubel Cruz Galik
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In this episode, host Sarah Brown Rankin chats with Loubel Cruz Galik, AFPGH chapter president. They talk about the community, encouragement, and friendship that is available through AFP membership, and the idea of "The Big Leap" - a time when they've started on a new opportunity before they were ready and went for it anyway.
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Welcome Back to The Development Download
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We're happy to announce the relaunch of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter's podcast, "The Development Download." In this mini-episode, you'll meet our new host and AFPGHC member, Sarah Brown Rankin, joined by LaGina Rae Harris, social impact entrepreneur and CEO of The Us Space, a co-working space centering women of color in the Mellie Esperson building in downtown Houston. Learn more about The Us Space here: For more resources, visit us at .
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Job Searching During (and Not During!) a Pandemic
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On this episode of The Development Download podcast, we are sitting down with Hera Arham. Hera is a fundraising professional and MBA candidate who has been searching for a new role in the profession. Join us in learning some of the resources and tools Hera is utilizing as she navigates her career and job opportunities.
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Embracing Racial Equity in Fundraising and Philanthropy
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On this episode of The Development Download podcast, we are sitting down with various fundraising professionals to talk more about inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in the fundraising profession. How does the current culture affect diverse fundraising professionals? And what is our local AFP Chapter doing to address equity and access? We talk about this and more with today’s guests.
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Virtual Events with Evan Wildstein from The Kinder Institute for Urban Research
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On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we have a conversation with Evan Wildstein on how his organization has refashioned their larger gatherings into virtual events. Evan shares advice and insight on planning for the months ahead and how to utilize your resources to maximize results. Special appreciation to Josh Plumley for spearheading this interview.
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Mentor Moment: Harriet C. Latimer
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On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we have a conversation with Harriet C. Latimer, who has worked in Houston's philanthropy landscape for over 35 years! She curates advice for growing professionals and shares some of her favorite stories from workin with Houston nonprofits.
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Managing a Board During a Crisis
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In times of crisis, how do you ensure that your development board stays connected and continues to support your cause, despite all circumstances? Marilu Garza joins us to share some great resources and information on engaging boards during difficult times.
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