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Gem Spotlight - Nalan Ozacardi
Nalan joined UNSW in February of this year as their Development Manager, Medicine & Health. Here, she passionately describes her love of education, Advancement and how her new role has provided the most fulfilling years of her career.
Gem Spotlight - Rob Paterson
Rob began his new role at Holmesglen Foundation at the start of 2023. From interests in sport to building things to travel and developing others, read below to find out how Rob came to work in fundraising… and why he loves it.
Timing & Planning: Getting Your Recruitment Right!
Recruitment needs planning, and the time of year can be crucial. Since it’s the home stretch of 2023, it’s an important time for planning your recruitment so you get the timing right.
Gem Spotlight - Leroy
As Director of Wellbeing at Gembridge, he puts a smile on our face. Always at our feet in the home office, but usually sleeping on the job! Leroy also receives the most hits on social media than anything else that we post.
Gem Spotlight - Lincoln
8 August is known as International Cat Day. To celebrate, we interviewed Lincoln, the cat of Gembridge team member Jenny. Keep reading to see what he had to say about cat life, family life and his connection to Gembridge.
Educate Plus Newcomer Scholarship Recipient - Grace Chan
Educate Plus’s 2023 Summit Newcomer Scholarship, which Gembridge sponsored, was available to applicants who were new to the Advancement/Education sector, and assisted with funds that enabled their attendance. Here, we talk with one of the recipients - Grace Chan - about her experience at the Summit.
Educate Plus Newcomer Scholarship Recipient - Jo Kruse
Educate Plus’s 2023 Summit Newcomer Scholarship, which Gembridge sponsored, was available to applicants who were new to the Advancement/Education sector, and assisted with funds that enabled their attendance. Here, we talk with one of the recipients - Jo Kruse - about her experience at the Summit.
Gem Spotlight - Adelaide Thompson
Adelaide became Raise Foundation’s Fundraising Director at the end of 2022. Here, she shares what she enjoys about her work, staying motivated and how she spends her free time.
Do I need to write a cover letter?
Should you include a cover letter with your job application? In this blog, Jenni answers this important question.
Gem Spotlight - Lauren Taylor
Lauren joined Team Gembridge as Associate Consultant earlier this year. Read here about her love of Japan, writing and singing.
Reflections on Storytelling Strategies
Lauren shares what CASE APAC 2023 session has left the biggest impression.
Food For Change - Veggies & Volunteering
Gembridge enjoyed a day at Food for Change’s farm at The Briars, Mornington Peninsula.
Imposter Syndrome
Many people get Imposter Syndrome at work, the feeling of doubt in what you have to offer your workplace, even if you have expertise and years of experience behind you. Here, we explore more about Imposter Syndrome, how to identify it and steps to take to get rid of it.
Gem Spotlight - Vincent Ramos
Vincent just ticked over six months at Austin Health. Here, we find out more about this impactful position, his love of writing, bookstores and desire to see greater diversity in the sector.
Gem Spotlight - Marlo Newton
Marlo Newton has been settled into her new role for a little while now, so we caught up with her to see how everything was going and to learn more about her interests and start in the non-profit world.
Working Together for Greater Impact
Jenni shares about the sense of togetherness at the FIA Conference 2023, and how sharing can result in greater impact for non-profits.
A First FIA Conference Experience
Dawn talks about her very first FIA Conference experience and how good face-to-face meetings can be.
Thoughts on the Legacy of Good Fundraising
Jenny shares what FIA Conference 2023 session has left the biggest impression.
Gem Spotlight - Emma Padgett
Emma was recruited into her new position of Appeals and Direct Marketing Specialist when Ovarian Cancer Australia and Gembridge partnered together. She’s been in this role for about 8 months now. Here, she tells us a little bit about herself and her new career.
Career Burnout: What is it, what are the signs, what to do about it
We’ve been hearing about burnout a lot recently in our conversations with candidates and clients. Burnout isn’t a good thing for you or your career, and it’s an important topic to discuss and to be aware of for yourself, but also, if you are manager, this is good to keep in mind when thinking about recruitment and retention of staff.