Dr. Sherri Mylott, Univ of La Verne: Fundraising Lessons for Any Leader: Patience, Storytelling & Building Relationships

💡 About This Episode Dr. Sherri Mylott has spent more than three decades leading advancement and fundraising at universities across the country — from small liberal arts colleges to large public research institutions.   Today, as Vice President for University Advancement at the University of La Verne, she oversees the vital work of connecting donors' passions with a purpose that transforms students' lives. In this episode of Lead. Learn. Grow.,   Sherri joins host Robin Green to share timeless lessons that apply far beyond higher education.   We talk about:  🎓 Why a liberal arts education is more relevant than ever in today's fast-changing economy 🤝 How fundraising parallels sales — and why both depend on relationships 📖 The power of storytelling in inspiring long-term donor support 🕰️ Why patience might be the #1 skill for advancement professionals 💻 How to think about innovation & technology without losing the human touch 🌍 The University of La Verne's mission to create transformational opportunities for first-generation and underrepresented students.   Whether you lead a nonprofit, work in higher education, or simply want to build deep, lasting relationships, you'll find valuable insights and practical takeaways in this conversation. 🔗   LinkedIn 💬 Connect with Sherri Mylott:   / sherrimylott   📲 Connect with Robin Green 🔗 LinkedIn:   / robingreen2   🌐 Website: https://www.go.sandler.com/green