The Development Download Podcast

Welcome to The Development Download from the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter. On this podcast, we have connected, candid, and fun conversations about all things fundraising. Hosted by Sarah Brown Rankin, CFRE.

Behind the Scenes at the Power Tools for Nonprofits Conference 12/11/2024

Behind the Scenes at the Power Tools for Nonprofits Conference 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/34370395

Fundraising As a First Choice with Allison Bryant and Abby Trahan 11/06/2024

Fundraising As a First Choice with Allison Bryant and Abby Trahan 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! /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/33801522

Devo Besties with Nekia Robinson and Jess Moore 10/04/2024

Devo Besties with Nekia Robinson and Jess Moore 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! /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/33321802

The Big Leap with Loubel Cruz Galik 09/04/2024

The Big Leap with Loubel Cruz Galik 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/32847577

Welcome Back to The Development Download 08/28/2024

Welcome Back to The Development Download 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 . /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/32765992

Job Searching During (and Not During!) a Pandemic 09/01/2020

Job Searching During (and Not During!) a Pandemic 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/15823037

Embracing Racial Equity in Fundraising and Philanthropy 08/18/2020

Embracing Racial Equity in Fundraising and Philanthropy 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/15647363

Virtual Events with Evan Wildstein from The Kinder Institute for Urban Research 08/07/2020

Virtual Events with Evan Wildstein from The Kinder Institute for Urban Research 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/15511823

Mentor Moment: Harriet C. Latimer 07/13/2020

Mentor Moment: Harriet C. Latimer 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/15140990

Managing a Board During a Crisis 07/03/2020

Managing a Board During a Crisis 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. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/15074345

Planned Giving in a Pandemic 06/09/2020

Planned Giving in a Pandemic In partnership with Charitable Gift Planners of Houston, we discuss the importance of planned giving amidst a pandemic. Guests will share their department's short and long-term adjustments in response to COVID-19. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14754749

Mentor Moment with Tom Moore, CFRE 06/02/2020

Mentor Moment with Tom Moore, CFRE On this episode of The Development Download podcast, we are sitting down with mentor Tom Moore, CFRE, to learn more about his path into development, the resources that have helped shaped his career, and his advice for fundraising professionals. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14579834

Rethinking Special Events When We Can't Gather 05/26/2020

Rethinking Special Events When We Can't Gather On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we have a panel discussion about rethinking how we do events during times of crisis. You'll hear from development professionals from small and large shops about how they executed or are planning their next special event in the time of COVID-19. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14579018

Pivoting To Best and Next Practices During and After COVID-19 05/12/2020

Pivoting To Best and Next Practices During and After COVID-19 Join Houston-area consultants as they collectively share “real time” experiences with organizations across all sectors. The panelists will discuss best and next practices, lessons learned, and fundraising trends being seen locally, across Texas and nationwide. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14385842

All About Annual Giving 05/12/2020

All About Annual Giving A successful annual giving program is essential to the success of your fundraising operations, so what are the key elements that make up an annual giving program? How do you get started in a career focused on annual giving and what are some great resources for those interested in this field? Join our guest, Nick Stinson and we answer these questions. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14314118

Storytelling During a Crisis 05/01/2020

Storytelling During a Crisis On this episode, we interview Alice Ferris and Jim Anderson of /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14233106

Navigating COVID-19 in Your Shop. 04/24/2020

Navigating COVID-19 in Your Shop. On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we interview three of Houston’s fundraising /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14137385

You got the job! What to do in your first 90 days as a leader. 04/24/2020

You got the job! What to do in your first 90 days as a leader. On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we sit down with Melissa Simon and Liz Bear to /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14137334

Welcome to the Development Download Podcast! 04/24/2020

Welcome to the Development Download Podcast! On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, our host, Lauren Futch, introduces the podcast, gives details on future episodes, and shares the benefits of being a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. /episode/index/show/developmentdownload/id/14132420

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