Episode 2: Philanthropy in the Era of Trump

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In this episode, we spoke with Bob Carter, CEO of Carter International and former chair of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. We were also joined by Jocelyne Daw from JS DS Daw & Associates in Calgary; and Sharron Batsch, a fundraising leader in Edmonton. What a panel! Our topic was Philanthropy in the Era of Trump, and as you can imagine this gave us more than enough to talk about. 

SOME OF WHAT YOU WILL HEAR US TALK ABOUT:

  • How the changing political landscape impacts philanthropy

  • Why it important to have a long term perspective

  • What are the consequences when government steps back from funding causes they traditionally funded

  • The power of partnerships, collaboration, in a solutions-based economy

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Episode 2 Panelists

Bob Carter

Chairman
Carter International
Sarasota, Florida

Jocelyne Daw

Founder & CEO
JS Daw & Associates
Calgary, Alberta

Sharron Batsch

Partner
Batsch Group Inc
Edmonton, Alberta