by Terry Newmyer | Apr 19, 2018 | Philanthropy, Relationships, Tools and Resources
The purpose of philanthropy is to share some wealth with those who are less fortunate. Amazing things have been done through philanthropic organizations and thousands of lives have been positively impacted because of it. Unfortunately, there are still many common...
by Terry Newmyer | Feb 15, 2018 | Philanthropy, Relationships, Tools and Resources
Whether you’re a small business owner or the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, it’s crucial that you constantly be thinking of creative ways to grow your business within the market. The economy and public opinion change on a dime, and you have to prepare your business to...
by Terry Newmyer | Nov 11, 2017 | Philanthropy, Relationships
Back when I was a CDO I invited a generous community member to make a $100,000 gift for his local hospital. When he pushed back from his ravioli entrée and said “yes,” I expected a moment of cheerful celebration. Instead, the donor immediately added these...
by Terry Newmyer | Oct 15, 2015 | Relationships
When I first entered the assignment of Chief Development Officer, my philanthropy coach taught me the best methods to ask for a major gift. She had great life experiences, raising millions from donors, and she walked on water when it came to teaching and exercising...
by Terry Newmyer | Sep 17, 2015 | Relationships
Doctors practice medicine, Lawyers practice law, Accountants practice finance, and all of us have the opportunity to practice whatever it is that we each do. When working as a hospital CEO one of my thoughtful board members once shared some useful coaching with me. He...
