Susan Howlett Speaking

"Not only did she have meaty material to present, she did it in such an engaging and fun way! People were enrapt, and I heard them singing her praises the rest of the day."

— Lee Heck,
Northwest Development Officers Association

"Susan Howlett's speech was the highlight of the day. She made us think and laugh, while sharing deep wisdom and insight."

—conference evaluation

Sought after as a keynote or breakout speaker at conferences, luncheons and other gatherings, Susan fills her remarks with humor, wisdom, audience interaction, and advice people can use the same day. Audiences love how she incorporates real-life stories that relate to their own experiences in their field or community.

Common presentation topics

Donor cultivation and stewardship strategies
Asking for major gifts
Board roles & responsibilities
Grantor or donor identification
Writing compelling grants
Attracting corporate sponsorship
Responding to trends in the field

Representative clients

American Association of Grant Professionals (Boston)
New Hampshire Main Street Center
National Court Appointed Special Advocates Assn (Wash., D.C.)
Pacific NW Association of Independent Schools
Washington Society of Association Executives
Northwest Development Officers Association
Puget Sound Grantwriters Association
National Trust for Historic Preservation