Episode 54: An Interview with Lisa Greer, Philanthropist and Author

Join Lori and her guest, Lisa Greer, as they discuss a common issue in nonprofit management. Unfortunately, fundraisers often look at donors as a piggy bank. In this episode, Lisa shares the perspective of the donors and how it's important to understand why they're supporting a cause. Stay tuned!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: What's one of the most important things to have as part of a nonprofit? Some of the common issues in nonprofits. How can it be fixed? Donors don't often know the terms that fundraisers are talking about. And much more!   About Lisa Greer:   Lisa Zola Greer is a philanthropist, entrepreneur, convener, and the author of the bestseller "Philanthropy Revolution". Over the last decade, the Greer home in Beverly Hills has been home to nearly 200 charitable salons and events connecting nonprofits with donors and the community. In 2020, Lisa was appointed by the Speaker of the California State Assembly, Anthony Rendon, as a commissioner of the California State Commission on the Status of Women and Girls.  In addition, Lisa sits on the board of the New Israel Fund and serves on the Executive Committee of the Cedars-Sinai Board of Governors. She has also served as Commissioner and Chair of the Beverly Hills Cultural Heritage Commission and Trustee of the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, and as a board member of many organizations, including the L.A. District Attorney's Crime Prevention Foundation, Make-a-Wish of Greater Los Angeles, Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles, and others. Earlier in her career, Lisa was a studio executive at NBC and Universal Studios, and she founded and led several companies, including a management consulting and strategic advisory firm specializing in digital media and entertainment businesses.   Connect with Lisa! Website: https://www.lisagreer.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisazgreer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisazgreer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisazgreer/   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://www.linkphilanthropic.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorikranczer/