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About Denny YoungReviews"Creative thinking got a kick-start with an amusing and musical-inspired keynote by fundraising veteran Denny Young. Likening the three generations of fundraisers in the sector today to respective characters in Fiddler on the Roof, Young argued for an approach that encompasses both tradition and change. The takeaway message was to embrace knowledge borne of years of experience, while keeping an open mind to the ever-evolving landscape of fundraising. Never forget Tevye's common refrain, 'on the other hand', beseeched Young, but remember that with too much flexibility 'at some point you may break'. The point at which experience meets innovation will help fundraisers move forward with success. "
"Thank you Denny for helping us kick off National Volunteer Week at the Canadian Mental Health Association in Windsor. Several volunteers that attended said they felt inspired and refocused on 'why' they volunteer for us - the impact! Your reminder also resonated with the staff supervisors. In this busy world it is easy to get lost in the details and it is refreshing when we can step back and remember the 'why'. That's what you did for us, thank you! "
"I just wanted to thank you for the fun and inspiring workshop yesterday - it was the best one that I had at Congress. I really enjoyed your approach and am interested to take one of your courses. Thanks again for your unbridled enthusiasm, wedding references and insight into the field of event planning & fundraising - having just completed an (exhausting) event it was the inspiration I needed!"
"I wanted to thank you again for your session at Congress (G-21). It was very informative and a good reminder of what I should be doing. I did one of your activities with my team this morning (Brand Attributes - Personality Traits) for our organization and all of our events and I think it was an excellent refresher. Thank you again and I hope to meet you again soon."
"I just wanted to thank you for the fun and inspiring workshop yesterday - it was the best one that I had at Congress. I really enjoyed your approach and am interested to take one of your courses. Thanks again for your unbridled enthusiasm, wedding references and insight into the field of event planning & fundraising - having just completed an (exhausting) event it was the inspiration I needed!"
"Your presentation on special event fundraising was informative and inspirational! You were fantastic, and the feedback on your presentation was extremely positive. You left us feeling positive, energized, and better able to optimize our resources as we plan VON events in various communities across the province."
"Denny's creative insights and strategic advice have encouraged us to take a fresh look at our event plans. We're now developing concepts that will help us acquire a new generation of opera supporters, while simultaneously deepening the commitment of current donors."
"Fabulous presenter! Interesting, entertaining, engaging, funny! A wealth of information and realistic examples. Best presentation at Congress. Professional presentation. Great job!"
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