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Bob Johnson, Founding Principal, Retires from Convergent

It is with mixed emotions we inform you that Bob Johnson, one of our founding

4 Steps to Keep Your Board Engaged in a Capital Campaign

Initiating a capital campaign is an exciting opportunity. It’s a time when you can help

Looking Forward to an Exciting New Year!

2014 was a busy year for the Convergent team. We began 20 new projects and

Public Sector Funding: Pros and Cons For Economic Developers

I always enjoy attending the International Economic Development Council annual meeting and last month’s gathering

“Asking Rights” Q&A from the 2014 BoardSource Leadership Forum

By Tom Ralser My 2014 BoardSource Leadership Forum presentation in Washington D.C. surfaced some very

7 Fundamental Principles Of Major Capital Campaigns

By Mark Bergethon We are excited to have Principal Mark Bergethon featured in FundraisingSuccess’s “ProSpeak,”

Funding Workforce Development — A Top Priority For Business Leaders

By Samantha Hardwick Today, in communities of all sizes throughout the country, companies are struggling

Raising Money For Endowment Vs. Facilities Or Programs

By Mark Bergethon How do Asking Rights™, endowment, and transfer of wealth impact each other?

Four Years Of Institute…How Quickly It Passes!

New IOM graduates, pictured left to right: Larkin Simpson, IOM, Chamber Director & Project Manager,

Special Events as Part of a Fundraising Plan: What’s Their True Purpose?

Tips for Using Special Events to Reach Your Funding Goals Special events are often a

Fundraising FAQS From Mid-American Economic Developers

I had a great time exhibiting at the Mid-America Economic Development Council’s Best Practices Conference

Trends In Economic Development Funding

EDO Funding Trends | Convergent Nonprofit Solutions Recently I had the opportunity to present at