SHORT 'Setting Up Your Own Fundraising Consultancy', Clive Pedley, co Founder & CEO Giving Architects

Welcome to Purposely SHORT, a weekly episode that features one of our friends or past guests sharing their expertise on a specific topic.

This week's episode features Clive Pedley, Co Founder & CEO at Giving Architects.

Clive’s experience provides useful guidance for fundraisers, consultants, and nonprofit leaders. His understanding of donor engagement, strategic fundraising, and business resilience offers practical advice for those working in the sector.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Fundraising Skills: Clive outlines the key skills fundraisers need, including communication, strategic thinking, and relationship management.

• Direct Conversations with Donors: He discusses the importance of face-to-face donor engagement, having had over 4,500 such interactions.

• Professional Development: Clive explains why joining the a network or a related peak representative body can help fundraisers improve their approach and stay informed.

• Meeting Fundraising Targets: He talks about the challenges of meeting financial targets and the persistence needed.

• Moving into Consultancy: Clive shares advice on ensuring a solid client base before transitioning to consultancy and preparing for fluctuations in income.

• Reputation and Resilience: He highlights the importance of maintaining a good reputation, engaging consistently with clients, and managing rejections professionally.

• Winning Consultancy Work: Clive provides insights on the competitive nature of securing contracts and the need for adaptability.