The Development Download Podcast

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.     

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 downto...

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.   For more information about our guest and for more resources, please visit htt...

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. For mor...

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.  For more information about ou...

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. For more information about our guest and for more resources, please visit https://www.afphouston.org/page/p...

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.  For more information about our guests and for more resources, please visit https://www.afphouston.org/page/podcast . Connect with us: afpghcpo...

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. For more information about our guests and for more resources, please visit afpghc.org. Connect with us: afpghcpodcast@gmail.com

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. For more information about Tom Moore and for more resources, please visit afpghc.org. Connect with us: afpghcpodcast@gmail.com

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. For more information about our guests and for more resources, please visit afpghc.org. Connect with us...

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 and dive into annual giving.   For more informat...

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.  For more information about our guests and for more resources, please visit afpghc.org. Connect with us: afpghcpodcast@gmail.com

On this episode, we interview Alice Ferris and Jim Anderson of GoalBusters about effective story telling. We are all receiving so much information in today's environment. We'll discuss how to use storytelling techniques to better communicate your why and engage your audiences in your cause. For more information about GoalBusters and today's guests please visit: https://www.goalbusters.net/ For mor...

On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we interview three of Houston's fundraising leaders from large, medium, and small shops to discuss different responses to COVID-19 and the current economic uncertainty our community faces. This is from a previously recorded webinar. For more resources, please visit afpghc.org. Connect with us: afpghcpodcast@gmail.com

On this episode of the Development Download Podcast, we sit down with Melissa Simon and Liz Bear to discuss leadership. Our guests share tools on how to build relationships within your organization and share a 90 day plan that will help you become an effective leader. To view the presentation and access referenced resources from today's podcast, please visit: afphouston.org/page/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. For more resources, please visit afphouston.org/page/podcast. Connect with us: afpghcpodcast@gmail.com