Keynote Endorsements

"I was enthralled by Allen Proctor's presentation and as I listened, I wished more funders were in attendance to hear him. Mr. Proctor validated so many factors that we, as non-profit professionals, have known for years about reliably sustaining our organizations to maintain our missions."

"In 12 years of directing a non profit organization...I have never heard someone talk to funders from a on-the-ground perspective like Mr. Proctor did. He clearly articulated the realities local non-profit leaders are experiencing in this challenged economy. Excellent material with a courageous presentation."

"It was a great presentation. I enjoyed listening to his candid review of how things really function in the nonprofit world. He was realistic and the information was valuable."

"His presentation style is engaging and the tempo is just right. The highlight for me was his stance that in times of financial difficulty, having Foundations step back and reduce support is the opposite of what should be happening. I have shared much of what Allen said as often as I could to those in other similar situations as ours at the YMCA." (more)

"I thoroughly enjoyed Allen's presentation. His presentation style is engaging and the tempo is just right. The highlight for me was his stance that in times of financial difficulty - including the last 3+ years, having Foundations step back and reduce support is the opposite of what should be happening. Non-profits are - 501 (c)(3) organizations were given tax-exempt status because they do what the government cannot do for the people. In an effort to encourage giving, contributions are tax-deductible to the donor. Foundations have a responsibility to "step-up" in these times rather than withdrawing support. I have shared much of what Allen said as often as I could to those in other similar situations as ours at the YMCA." (less)

"Allen's presentation had a powerful impact on members of my Board of Directors who were in attendance. I think they understood for the first time the needs and limitations of a small agency and what we are really capable of accomplishing."

"Allen Proctor excels in translating money matters for an audience of seasoned and relatively new finance professionals. Dr. Proctor's vast experience captures the audiences' imagination, his presentation style wins their attentions, and the take-away from the session is impactful. Our audience loved him!"

"I found the presentation to be very helpful. I am most interested in the topic of sustainability and highlighting the importance of maintaining surpluses of a not-for-profit in the good years. Allen's speaking style pulls the audience in, but what he is saying keeps us engaged."

"This was a great presentation about the current dilemma facing non-profits and how we got there. Mr. Proctor offered new ideas about how to approach funders and advocate for the value we bring to our communities."

"Mr. Proctor shared information that is very practical to what is happening today in not-for-profit organizations. To an organization's financial officer, the information was right on target and informative."

"I found Mr. Proctor's presentation to be very informative and quite enlightening. He kept the audience's interest level high and interacted well with his listening audience. I learned a great deal from the presentation and look forward to reading his book."

"Mr. Proctor's presentation was thought provoking and stimulated the audience to shift their paradigm of the role and function of non-profits in today's world."