About this event
Topic: Corporate / Foundation Relations
Speaker: Anthony Petchel, Director of Development, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Date:July 24, 2014
Details: Check-In: 3:00 pm
Program: 3:30-5:00 pm
This presentation will provide an overview of the basics of corporate giving and sponsorships, as well as insider tips on building a strong corporate giving/sponsorship program. The presenters will also discuss how corporate
donors’ expectations have changed in a post-recession world, and what these
changes/trends mean for corporate fundraising strategies.
Learning Objectives:
How to research foundations/corporations to find the perfect match
The initial meeting—who do you bring, what do you say, how do you follow-up
Maintaining relationships—it’s more than the next ask
Speaker Bio:
Anthony Petchel is a currently the Development Director at OMSI. Prior to OMSI, he was a commercial banker and corporate funder for Bank of the Cascades; working with nonprofits and municipalities. Anthony brings his clients over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry and over 3 years of experience as a business consultant and a strong educational
background including an MBA and CTP (Certified Treasury Professional) designation. Anthony has a strong passion for nonprofits; serving as Board
President for Willamette Valley Development Officers (WVDO), Emerging Local Government Leaders and Voices for Oregon Innovation and Sustainability and has previously served on the Boards of Portland Homeless Family Solutions,
Community Development Law Center and the KBOO Foundation.