Session Description:Each time a transformational gift is announced by an institution, it is met with excitement and a sense of intrigue. What an incredible gift! I wonder how it all came together? As advancement professionals, we understand the far-ranging impacts large and transformational gifts can have in advancing the mission of our institutions, and in helping to shape society. They enable institutions to raise their horizons, to increase the margin of excellence across learning and teaching, research and community engagement. Transformational gifts are often complex to strategise around, facilitate and implement. This panel discussion will feature leaders from across the Asia-Pacific, who will collectively unpack key characteristics of transformational gifts, detailing recent examples, key insights, obstacles and learnings.