DEVELOPING STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS Jaci Lyndon, Volunteer Calgary, Canada Session Description: The collaborative efforts of
the Volunteer Manager and Fundraising Manager are critical to the
organization's success in developing strategic business
partnerships. In this session, participants will go through steps
designed to create relationships with businesses in their own
community. The step-by-step approach makes the information applicable and practical immediately. Learning Objectives: Level: Basic
Wednesday, October 9, 2002, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
1. Seek opportunities
with the business community
2. Research potential partners and
gain insights into the mutual expectations of your organization and of
businesses
3. Structure an approach to potential business
partners
4. Foster positive and ongoing relationships with businesses
Conference Theme(s): Opportunity