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In this episode, Global Vice President, Prairies & Territories and Senior Consultant Corrie Fortner dives in and discuss fundraising in Canada with Lisa Dayanandan, CFRE. Lisa is a self-described storyteller, connector and big picture thinker. A former teacher, she found her way into fundraising and never looked back.
If Lisa is a storyteller, connector and big picture thinker, Corrie is an empath, problem-solver extraordinaire and a visionary leader. She is a compassionate and strategic fund development professional with a strong history of success working with donors, leading teams, and supporting organizations to attain and surpass their goals.
Explore how trust and interconnectivity drive fundraising success in Canada, with insights on donor relationships, collaboration, and ethical fundraising practices.
Check out Lisa’s spoken word piece crafted for National Philanthropy Day in Canada.
Featured Speakers
Corrie Fortner
Corrie Fortner is a strategic and relationship-driven fundraising consultant with more than three decades of experience in the nonprofit and public sectors. As Vice President with Global Philanthropic Canada, she works closely with executive leaders, Boards, and development teams to build capacity, strengthen infrastructure, and drive long-term sustainability through ethical, donor-centered fundraising practices. Corrie brings extensive experience leading complex fundraising initiatives, particularly in capital campaigns and major gifts. Book a call with Corrie today.
Lisa Dayanandan, CFRE
Lisa works as Philanthropy Advisor with the Edmonton Community Foundation while also volunteering with AFP Edmonton and Area Chapter and the Canadian Association of Gift Planners.
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The Shared Brain Podcast™ from Global Philanthropic Canada features conversations on Canadian philanthropy, fundraising strategy, and nonprofit leadership. Episodes share practical insights, real-world success stories, and best practices to help mission-driven organizations grow their impact.
