I loved speaking with Kristin Steele and Samantha Swaim on this week’s episode of The Intentional Fundraiser podcast. Inclusion is the cornerstone of successful fundraising. The power of hybrid events lies in their ability to bring together diverse communities by fostering inclusivity and emotional connections with donors and creating engaging experiences that drive fundraising results. One of my favorite parts was this: When Kristin and Samantha first realized the potential of hybrid events, it was like a breath of fresh air in the world of fundraising. As they saw the world rapidly adapting to the challenges brought on by the Pandemic, they knew that the way people gathered and connected needed to change as well. For them, hybrid events were more than just a trendy idea, they were the key to creating inclusive and accessible experiences that aligned with the missions of countless organizations. Do you want to expand your nonprofit's reach and create a more inclusive and engaging event experience – and raise more money? Listen in as Kristin and Samantha share the solution to achieving diversity and active involvement through hybrid events. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEPlanning a Successful Major Donor Event The Storytelling Animal: How Stories Make Us Human by Jonathan Gottschall The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya Parker Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference Elevate CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS ONLINEKristin Steele: Linkedin / Twitter / Facebook / Website / Email Samantha Swaim: Linkedin / Twitter / Facebook / Website / Email THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORThank you to our friends at Bloomerang for being a sponsor of The Intentional Fundraiser podcast. Bloomerang gathers the best tools, resources, and people in a single place and, through its donor management platform, empowers...