RON MILAM CONSULTING  

Calendar

You are welcome to attend any of the following trainings Ron is leading (marked by a "*" after the workshop name). He also recommends the following community events:



Advanced Fundraising*
Sept 10-12
Chattanooga, TN
Alliance for Biking and Walking
I'm leading several "Advanced Fundraising" trainings at the Alliance for Biking and Walking's Leadership Retreat .  I'm also providing individualized coaching around fundraising, facilitating their board meeting and facilitating some group discussions during the retreat.  Attendees of this retreat will be the leadership of local and state-wide organizations that make up the Alliance for biking and Walking. 
 
Advanced Facilitation*
September 15, 2010
LA Eco-Village
This workshop explores more sophisticated tools and strategies that facilitators use to ensure groups effectively reach decisions.  Participants will have the opportunity to practice facilitating challenging sittuations and receive feedback from the instructor and training participants. Recommended pre-requisite:  Intro to Facilitation or some facilitation experience.
 
Fundraising 101*
October 13, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Center for Nonprofit Management
Need to raise funds for your non-profit organization? Where do you begin?  This workshop will explore the key concepts that underlie the fundraising process, including developing a case statement, prospecting, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.  You’ll have the opportunity to apply what you learn through interactive exercises, such as practicing the art of asking for a major gift.  
 
Winning Campaigns*
October 22 through 24, all-day
Burlington, VT
Alliance for Biking and Walking
The Alliance signature Winning CampaignsTraining is focused on the following components: Issue Definition, Campaign Goals, Resources Assessment, Strategy, Communication, Tactics/Timelines, and Resource Management. Our proven curriculum will help you choose, direct, and win campaigns to promote better conditions for biking and walking in your state, province, or local community. The trainings are set up in peer-to-peer and group breakout sessions to improve communication and foster collaboration. 
 
Winning Campaigns*
November 5 through 7, all-day
Asheville, NC
Alliance for Biking and Walking

 
Fundraising Events for Tough Times*
December 8, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Center for Nonprofit Management

Fundraising events help raise your organization’s visibility while also securing needed funds.  This workshop explores the different types of events an organization can host, helps you determine whether or not an event should be included in your fundraising strategy based on your organizational capacity, and assists you with developing a plan to implement a successful event.