Alice Sockett is consultant at Graham-Pelton and works with a way array of schools and universities. Previously, she was responsible for revamping the legacy and in memoriam gifts programme at Cardiff University. This was crucial in underpinning Cardiff University’s ambitious strategy to treble new funds secured from philanthropic sources. Previously, Alice held development positions with Cardiff Metropolitan University, including managing the Development and Alumni Relations team and deputising for the Director of Development. She significantly increased alumni giving through targeted fundraising appeals and campaigns, as well as developed, managed, and evaluated fundraising strategies and action plans. Alice began her development career at Courtyard Centre for the Arts.