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Life or Death…Investing in Your Alumni Mark Luellen, VP Business Development Begin with the end in mind… Where will your organization be in 5 years? How about in 10 or 25? How will you get there? Who will have the courage to take the lead and organize others to follow? What can be done to sustain the results of their hard work? What does success look like? A full, engaged volunteer board with clearly outlined roles and responsibilities Leaders who are willing to set goals, reach out to other members and lead projects 30% alumni participation in the annual fund 15-20% alumni participation in annual events Good address information for 90% of your living alumni Email addresses for 75% of your living alumni An active network of alumni who can reach out to other alumni from their decade or in the area where they live A close working relationship with the active chapter A house that can compete with other student housing options Financial reserves It won’t be easy…here’s what you’re up against What alumni are saying about their houses, their chapters, and their willingness to give back: “It was terrible, just awful! It looked like a crack house.” “The chapter has deteriorated and it isn’t something worth giving money to.” “I would consider giving but would need to know the strategic plans, short-term and long-term goals, and specifications first.” “We’ve done campaigns before and it appears we do the same things over and over. We’re getting cynical because we aren’t getting anywhere.” “I would be interested ONLY if they turn things around.” Growing and sustaining a Greek organization in the 21st century… Meeting increasingly higher standards for leadership development, scholarship and service Taking more responsibility for risk management and member behavior Adapting to student needs, university expectations and local requirements for housing and property management Selling benefits to potential members and their parents Motivating alumni, your most valuable asset,