Strategic Partnership Development

Building Meaningful Collaborations To Maximize Resources For Your Education Foundation

Strategic partnerships can significantly amplify the resources and impact of education foundations, but identifying and cultivating these relationships can be complex. This workshop will guide participants through the essentials of Strategic Partnership Development, offering tools and strategies to identify ideal partners, initiate meaningful collaborations, and build lasting alliances.

Learning Outcomes: Attendees will learn how to assess potential partnership with businesses, civic organizations, and nonprofits, approach partners effectively, and negotiate agreements that align with their mission and goals. The session will cover best practices for maintaining and nurturing these relationships for long term success and showcase some high impact strategic partnerships from education foundations nationally.

Featured Speakers

Robin Callahan, CEFL, CAP, CFRE

For more than 25 years, Robin has served in various nonprofit roles in K-12 philanthropy, national association management, and community foundation philanthropy, which have provided her with unique insights and a wide array of tools and resources to help nonprofits and their leaders thrive. She led the Issaquah Schools Foundation (WA) for 16 years, where she developed a strategic partnership with Microsoft that launched the TEALS program (which today has served over 7,000 students) and strategic partnerships with the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank and the PTSAs which continues to meet the Basic Needs of thousands of students annually.

Sabine Blanchard Callahan

With over a decade of experience in sales and marketing within the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) and retail sectors, Sabine Blanchard Callahan brings a robust background in fostering strategic alliances and driving growth initiatives. Her transition into consulting for non-profit organizations stems from a deep-seated passion for bridging the gap between sectors and driving positive change by leaving a lasting impact on our communities and beyond. With a proven track record of success in both corporate and community settings, Sabine is committed to delivering value and forging lasting connections that propel organizations toward sustainable growth and societal impact.

Registration

Member - $35 

Non-member - $65