315. Creating Purpose-Driven Donor Events + Unlocking Your Own Unicorn Sparkle - Matthew Helmer

Published: Aug. 29, 2022, 10 a.m.

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Overview
Meet Matthew. As The *DRG's resident Unicorn, he believes in embracing organizational change through novel ideas. This internationally recognized storyteller has led teams in the production of award-winning events, communications, and donor engagement efforts (tune in for a fascinating case study!) . We're chatting about how to evolve our teams, embracing streamlined processes and pitching creative engagement opportunities.

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  • How organizations can reimagine internal collaboration and innovation
  • Case Study: Colorado State University Foundation's event & engagement realignment Incorporating data and metrics into the event planning process
  • Unlocking your unique gifts - straight from the sector's other Unicorn

*Donor Relations Guru is now renamed The DRG Group. So proud of you for this brave move, friends. Check out the announcement here.

Today\\u2019s Guest

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Episode Highlights

  • Matthew\\u2019s story and journey to where he is today (3:00)
  • Experiencing organizational change at Colorado State University (9:00)
  • Centralized event management in higher education (12:00)
  • Creating meaningful events and experiences (19:00)
  • An example of bringing these philosophies to life (25:00)
  • Releasing the inner unicorn in all of us (39:00)
  • A powerful moment of philanthropy in Matthew\\u2019s life (44:00)
  • Matthew\\u2019s One Good Thing: Gratitude. (49:00)
  • How to connect with Matthew (51:00)

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