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SUMMARY:Seminar: Better Events: A Seamless Experience
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design high‑energy fundraising events\, from arrival to checkout. Eliminate friction\, elevate storytelling\, and use the right technology to convert momentum into deeper engagement and larger gifts. \nThis session explores how building a high-energy run of show and aligning storytelling with key donor decision moments can increase both participation and gift size. Learn how the right technology makes it possible to scale. Participants will examine the full arc of a fundraising event\, from registration and guest arrival through live auction\, paddle raise\, and checkout\, identifying where breakdowns occur and how to eliminate them. Through a panel discussion and real-world case studies\, attendees will leave with a proven framework for building seamless\, high-performing fundraising events that convert guest energy into generational giving. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify common friction points in fundraising event flow that negatively impact donor participation and gift size.\nApply best practices in registration\, digital auction management\, and run-of-show design to create a frictionless guest experience.\nConstruct a strategic event timeline that aligns storytelling and emotional peaks with key donor decision moments.\nEvaluate how technology tools\, including event management software and digital auction platforms\, can be integrated to streamline operations and increase revenue.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/better-events-a-seamless-experience/
LOCATION:Prince George Ballroom\, 15 E 27th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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