Forums

Corporate Forum

In a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, the THINK Corporate Forum is a valuable tool for any senior corporate fundraiser. By discussing the latest trends in corporate engagement, individual experiences, and practical approaches, the Forum will provide an opportunity for members to share and explore corporate engagement theory and practice and build a support network of peers living with the reality of building a thriving programme.

Corporate Forum

The Corporate Forum aims to:

Provide networking and peer support for members both in and between sessions
Explore tends and innovation in corporate engagement and implications for members
Identify and share best practice through member case studies and examples from across the sector
Support members gain valuable insights from other charities and the corporate sector through a series of external speaker sessions and roundtables
Build skills and confidence that will enable members to build a strong and relevant programme
Provide the opportunity to troubleshoot member challenges, using our combined knowledge and experience to provide solutions.

Forum hosts

Michelle Sorrell

Director of Consultancy & Forums

Fundraising strategist with cross-sector insight and a strong track record in partnerships, philanthropy and innovation.

Simon Dickson

Senior Consultant

Expert in high-value fundraising and strategy – helping ambitious organisations make a powerful case for support.

There are four half-day sessions per year. We are encouraging in person attendance but joining virtually is always an option.
Each session is based around a ‘big topic’ – something members want to dig deep into, kicking off with an external speaker sharing their thoughts and experience and moving onto a member roundtable to ask questions and share ideas
A member case study – a chance for one of the members to share something they believe others can learn from. This could feature anything from introducing a new product or programme to sharing how a team has secured a transformational partnership
Highlights, Headaches and Horizons – a round table session that gives members the chance to share successes, challenges and future plans. The challenges often feature as future big topic sessions.
In addition, we will host additional drop-in sessions throughout the year – a series of virtual breakfast or lunch events featuring additional guest speakers covering hot topics and roundtable discussion.
While set sessions provide moments in time to discuss key topics, members share ideas , get advice and moral support from other members and Forum hosts all year round, posting questions and seeking feedback where collective brainpower can add real value.