Richard Marker
Marker is an advisor to foundations and philanthropists, a professor of philanthropy, and strategist. He has been a professor, ceo of a major foundation, a private sector strategy consultant, and sr. exec. of an international ngo/npo. He has taught religion, philanthropy, and post-modernism at the University level, and has lectured in 40 countries on 5 continents and throughout the USA. His expertise is philanthropy trends, strategy. and philanthro-ethics, particularly for high net-worth individuals, families, and foundations. He also serves as faculty co-director of the UPenn High Impact Funder Academy.
Marker's career was profiled in a feature length article in Lifestyles magazine, his work the subject of an extended interivew in Forbes, and has been quoted in many more publications, he has received outstanding teaching awards, and is a frequent commentator on issues in philanthropy. His book, Saying 'Yes' Wisely: Insights for the Thoughtful Philanthropist [Blooming Twig Books, 2011] is available in its third edition. In addiiton, his blog, Wise Philanthropy, is often syndicated and quoted. In 2016, he received a lifetime achievement award by the NSA-NYC.
In addition to hs professional work, Marker has a long record of board and volunteer leadership on the local, national, and international levels. He is married to his partner, Mirele B. Goldsmith, PhD, an expert in environmentalism and program evaluation. They are parents of Adam Marker, a Washington, DC public interest oriented attorney, and grandparents of Aiden.
Marker is an advisor to foundations and philanthropists, a professor of philanthropy, and strategist. He has been a professor, ceo of a major foundation, a private sector strategy consultant, and sr. exec. of an international ngo/npo. He has taught religion, philanthropy, and post-modernism at the University level, and has lectured in 40 countries on 5 continents and throughout the USA. His expertise is philanthropy trends, strategy. and philanthro-ethics, particularly for high net-worth individuals, families, and foundations. He also serves as faculty co-director of the UPenn High Impact Funder Academy.
Marker's career was profiled in a feature length article in Lifestyles magazine, his work the subject of an extended interivew in Forbes, and has been quoted in many more publications, he has received outstanding teaching awards, and is a frequent commentator on issues in philanthropy. His book, Saying 'Yes' Wisely: Insights for the Thoughtful Philanthropist [Blooming Twig Books, 2011] is available in its third edition. In addiiton, his blog, Wise Philanthropy, is often syndicated and quoted. In 2016, he received a lifetime achievement award by the NSA-NYC.
In addition to hs professional work, Marker has a long record of board and volunteer leadership on the local, national, and international levels. He is married to his partner, Mirele B. Goldsmith, PhD, an expert in environmentalism and program evaluation. They are parents of Adam Marker, a Washington, DC public interest oriented attorney, and grandparents of Aiden.
Unpacking Impact Philanthropy: Fad or Fab?
No word is hotter in the philanthropy world than "impact". It can mean everything from hybrid corporate models, measureable outomces, activist investment approaches, public policy advocacy, social entrepeneurship, and more. This presentation, presented either keynote or interacctive case study style, provides clarity to those seeking to transform philanthropy and make systemic change.
How to be a philanthropist on $5/week; philanthropy for the rest of us
Whether you give $5 or $50m, you can, and should, think like a philanthropist. Learn how your charitable giving can make a difference, reflect your values, and underscore your perssonal priorities. This semnar teaches techniques and approaches to make you a wiser and more strategic donor whatever your age or income level.
The Secret Code: What every fundraiser should know about the view of the funder
Generational and attitudinal changes in American society have only compounded the challenge to fundraisers. This presentation can be presented seminar or workshop style demystifies the seemingly inscrutable funder. It examines how decisons are made, how not to apprach funders, and explores the ins and outs of foundation grantmaking.
Grantmaking Ethics
This popular interactive workshop is built around a series of case-vignettes to help grantmakers explore that elusive space between law, ethics, and best practices. Even with the best of intentions, all too often funders cross the power boundaries with their grantees and fellow trustees. Learn how to model the highest standards, set appropriate policies, and exercise effective practices which allow charitable giving to be exemplary in its ethical behaviors.
How Philanthropy Can Change the World - And How it Cannot
