2026-07-16 Apra-IL Webinar: The Value of Prospect Research - Upscaling Relevance, Standards, and Partnership in Your Work

Apra-IL Webinar: The Value of Prospect Research - Upscaling Relevance, Standards, and Partnership in Your Work The purpose of this conversation is to create tangible takeaways on how to be a value add, create valuable relationships and work products. During this conversation, the moderator will set up four different scenarios for the panelists to provide strategic insights on. For example, relationship mapping to-dos – mapping influence and impact; due diligence; and upscaling deliverables such as pipeline creation. Speaker Bios Moderator - Joan Ogwumike, Prospect Research Consultant: Joan has held the role of prospect researcher at organizations focused on civic engagement, youth empowerment, higher education, and culture and humanities. Her passion for prospect research extends to writing for her creative outlet, A Researcher’s Diary, a blog focused on creatively and thoughtfully exploring all things prospect research and fundraising. Panelist - Derry Deringer, Founder and Principal of Deringer Consulting: Derry Deringer is the founder and principal of Deringer Consulting, LLC, a practice specializing in major gifts and capital campaign fundraising for nonprofits. With more than 20 years in the field and over 100 clients served, Derry brings a practitioner's depth to every engagement, advising and coaching staff, board members, and fundraisers toward transformative results in revenue generation. Panelist - Jenn Grasso, Director of Advancement Research & Prospect Management at Bates College: Jenn Grasso brings over 13 years of experience to her role as the Director of Advancement Research & Prospect Management at Bates College. A veteran of the Apra and NEDRA communities, Jenn excels at driving strategies for leadership and frontline fundraisers to build meaningful relationships with top prospects. Upon purchase, the link to the webinar recording along with the password for access will be sent to your email.