In a world where information, resources, and technology are evolving at a break-neck pace, it’s time for prospect research to step into the light to provide the guidance and guardrails needed for continued success. From the Ground Up: Prospect Research for Nonprofits is a book designed as a plain language guide to all things prospect research that can be used by folks across experience levels, sectors, and roles. With this book by your side, you’ll have a firm grasp on:
About the Speakers:
Sarah Marcotte is an information professional with almost 20 years of experience in prospect research, prospect management, and data management in
healthcare, social services, and education. She is currently Senior Specialist, Data Steward at SickKids Foundation, and has previously held senior roles in prospect research at Weizmann Canada, Canadian Red Cross, and SickKids Foundation.
Sarah holds a BA from McGill and an MLIS from Western University, and has been a member of Apra Canada, Apra International, and the Special Libraries Association. She served on the Board of Apra Canada from 2018-24, and has presented at conferences including Apra Canada, OLA, CCAE, and AASP. She is currently completing her Advanced Data Governance Practitioner certification.
In her spare time, Sarah volunteers with grassroots initiatives focusing on community-building and education, and curates both a yarn stash and TBR book pile beyond her life expectancy.
Katherine is a seasoned prospect research and development professional with more than 15 years of experience working in international development and
information science. Katherine has worked with more than 30 organizations across the global non-profit sector, including Médecins sans frontières – Doctors Without Borders, Canadian Red Cross, and Toronto Metropolitan University. She is the former President of Apra Canada, an association dedicated to the advancement of the prospect research and development profession.
Katherine is fluent in English and French, and proficient in Spanish. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts – Political Science from the University of Toronto, a Master of Arts – Political Science and International Development from the University of Guelph, and a Master of Information Science – Knowledge Management and Information Management from the University of Toronto. She is currently completing a post-graduate certificate in Program Evaluation at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Katherine’s spare time is devoted to reading fiction, plotting her next travel adventures, and getting creative in the arts, especially piano performance.
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