Training & Events

Fundraising Matters | Breathing Space

Are you a culture sector fundraiser looking to share your challenges? Join us for an online session with Alice Samtoy and David Nelson.

People often tell us that one of their favourite things about our Training & Events programme is the opportunity to meet their peers from other culture sector organisations.

Designed for dedicated fundraisers, join us for an online networking session with sponsorship and fundraising experts Alice Samtoy and David Nelson. In advance, you’ll have the opportunity to send questions and suggested topics for discussion.

In breakout rooms and group chats, this informal session is a great opportunity to learn from others, chat with fellow fundraisers, ask questions of peers, and discuss the challenges of fundraising.

Who is it for? 

This online networking session is for fundraisers working in arts, culture and heritage organisations. We ask respectfully that only culture sector professionals with dedicated fundraising roles sign up for this event.

Meet the trainers

David Nelson

Head of Development and Programmes, Culture & Business Scotland

David joined Culture & Business Scotland in 2023 to take up this new role to lead on the development and implementation of key programmes, as well as contribute to organisational strategies and initiatives.

A languages graduate from Heriot-Watt University, he has enjoyed a variety of roles. In industries as diverse as hospitality, financial services and professional investigation, he worked for businesses ranging from a small family firm to a FTSE 100 company.

David subsequently developed a career in fundraising, with a decade at the Scottish Chamber Orchestra working across all income streams and then the National Galleries of Scotland managing their philanthropic giving programme and corporate partnerships.

Alice Samtoy

Partnerships Consultant, Samtoy Consulting

Alice believes that effective corporate-arts partnerships can deliver exceptional results, and that the power of the arts to transform people’s lives can be powerfully amplified with the support of a strong corporate partnership. She works with companies and charities to give them the tools to create high-performing and rewarding arts partnerships.

Alice has significant experience in creating business partnerships for the culture sector. With over £8m in partnerships value delivered to date, 14 years of industry experience, and three academic degrees, she has both deep, professional knowledge and expertise in creating meaningful, creative and innovative partnerships. Before launching Samtoy Consulting, Alice worked for major institutions including the National Theatre, the Barbican Centre, English National Opera, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the City of London Festival and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.

Details

Date: Thursday 31 October 2024
Time: 1pm-2pm
Cost:
FREE for C&BS members,
£15 + VAT for non-members
Category: Networking Events

Trainers

David Nelson
Alice Samtoy

Venue

Online

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