New event, new excitement
I am excited about the Gala because of the energy I see forming around something new and different–something that has a focus on building relationship. We’ve all been to too many events that kind of nickel-and-dime you, give you 13 different opportunities to spend money, big and small, and the Gala to me seems like it is more intentionally focused on telling our story and inviting people to fall in love with us. That’s why it will be successful. It’s because it’s clearly not about the money. That’s not the focus. The focus is on solidarity. I think that approach will make it successful, and I’m glad the agency has hit upon a successful strategy. It’s inviting people to learn more without having the unpleasant sense of “Gotcha!” at the door, or at your table, or from the MC. I do think it’s going to be fun. I’m excited about the event itself. I can see my wife getting excited about going to a party at the Davenport. The location’s big–for a boy from South Dakota, it’s hard to beat the Davenport.
Scott Cooper, Director, Parish Social Ministry
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