Making the Ask
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM GMT
Speaker(s): Kirsty MacDonald, Deputy Principal, Advancement, Royal Academy of Music, Barbara Altmann, President Emerita, Franklin & Marshall College, Adrian Punaks, Director of Philanthropy, Cancer Research UK
Plenary
For many, the idea of making an ask for support is the most daunting aspect of advancement. The truth is, with preparation and practice, your confidence and comfort will increase dramatically. In a series of role plays, we will consider not only the sort of preparation required to ensure your meeting is fruitful and enjoyable, but also what a conversation during an actual visit might sound like.