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The Art of Conversation
April 21, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In today’s world we have so many ways to connect with donors. But, are you truly connecting? It’s the simple art of communication that helps you stand apart in our message filled world. Gain insight, new skills, and techniques to make an impression that lasts.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the key elements of building a professional connection
- Utilize the 3 R’s everyday to maximize your presence
Program Level: Basic – Intermediate
Prerequisites: None
Instructional Method: Online via Zoom
Social Worker CEU Credits: 2 hours
CFRE Points: 2 points
Cost: $65 member / $115 non-member
Please note: Registration closes two days prior to the class. All registrations are subject for approval.
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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Barbara Shelton
Barbara Shelton, a certified fund raising executive (CFRE), is Vice President at M. Gale & Associates. She arrived at M. Gale from ACH Child and Family Services in Fort Worth where she served as chief development officer, responsible for planning, designing, volunteerism, and implementing a strategic direction for marketing and fund development. Her interest in fundraising started at an early age when she began raising money for the American Cancer Society after her mother died from cancer. She followed her passion for helping others by earning a degree in community services, including studies in social work, from the University of Akron (OH). As a social worker, she connected her mission to the importance of fundraising and her specific interest in helping non-profit organizations raise money shaped her career.