Summary: I’m grateful for the invitation to be a part of the 2018 AFP-Alabama Educational Conference later this month. I’m especially grateful that Kristie Nix-Moorer, Development Director at the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, agreed to afford me some insider perspective of the local philanthropic community before I arrive. It was evident throughout our conversation that Kristie is committed to advancing our profession and investing in the next generation of fundraising professionals. In this conversation, Kristie and I discussed: With fundraising professionals changing jobs as often as they sometimes do, how does an organization ensure they are hiring the right candidate for the job? Whether some nonprofit organizations develop a reputation for having an ineffective fundraising program. How important is the relationship between a fundraising professional and the CEO? As we wrapped up, we considered whether women more so than men might find success in leadership roles that necessiate cultivating meaningful relationshops and other fundraising responsibilities. If you would like to connect with Kristie, she can be found here on LinkedIn. For more information about the 2018 AFP-Alabama Educational Conference.
