Alumless World

By: Chris Marshall Advancement Consulting
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  • On Alumless World, hosted by CMAC consultants Ryan Catherwood and Nicole Kempton, we explore advancement in support of education around the globe. Our themes, topics, and guests provide views of alumni and donor engagement from outside the United States. Alumless World is published every-other-week with new episodes on Fridays.
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  • Advocacy on behalf of advancement with Mandy McFarland

    Advocacy on behalf of advancement with Mandy McFarland
    Feb 7 2025

    In this episode of Alumless World, hosts Ryan Catherwood and Nicole Kempton explore the evolving landscape of alumni engagement and advancement with Mandy McFarland, Executive Officer at Educate Plus. Mandy shares how Educate Plus is expanding its membership across Australasia, providing vital resources for institutions looking to strengthen their advancement strategies. She also discusses the importance of advocacy, highlighting how the organization educates institutional leaders about the value of alumni relations, fundraising, and marketing teams.

    Listeners will hear how international and boarding schools navigate the challenges of transient student populations, ensuring long-term alumni engagement and successful philanthropy programs. Mandy will reflect on her own journey in advancement, from her early career in South Africa to leadership roles in Australia, emphasizing the impact of professional networks and mentorship in the industry.

    This episode offers a global perspective on alumni engagement, with actionable insights for advancement professionals worldwide. Alumless World airs every other Friday at 11:30 a.m. GMT, alternating weeks with Alumless. Subscribe to the podcast to hear the entire conversation, including an extended segment with Mandy.

    Special thanks to AlumniQ for sponsoring this episode! Show notes & Friday Cheers The Generations Defined - McCrindle A June of Ordinary Murders by Conor Brady

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Educating on the importance of alumni with Maria Gallo

    Educating on the importance of alumni with Maria Gallo
    Jan 20 2025
    We’re excited to announce that our newest CMAC Podcast, Alumless World, is now live! Hosted by Ryan Catherwood and Nicole Kempton, Alumless World explores alumni engagement strategies from an international perspective, highlighting best practices, challenges, and innovations worldwide. In this first episode, we welcome Dr. Maria Gallo, Founder of KITE-Keep in Touch Education and Research Fellow at Trinity Business School. Maria shares insights from her research and experience in alumni relations as we discuss the concept of ‘alumni potential’ and how institutions foster lifelong connections with their graduates. We also dive into global trends, cultural differences in engagement, and key takeaways from her book The Alumni Way.

    Tune in every other Friday at 11:30 a.m. GMT for more conversations with experts shaping the future of alumni engagement worldwide. We alternate weeks between Alumless and Alumless World.

    Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Protopia, for supporting Alumless World. Don’t forget to subscribe and join us on this exciting new journey! Visit protopia.co/alumless. Show notes:

    Year Compass: https://yearcompass.com/

    Year in Focus: https://www.thorpe-scott.com/year-in-focus
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    1 hr and 2 mins

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