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“This is one of the highlights of our calendar year. Our team will be there in force. People can pre-book chats with us or just come to our stall where we will be delighted to see them,” said Abeer Macintyre, Joint Chief Executive of BTA.

“We will also be hosting a table of CEOs at the awards dinner, where the incredible work and talent of the fundraising community is recognised.”

Bruce Tait, BTA’s other Joint Chief Executive, will give two talks during the event at the Double Tree by Hilton Glasgow Central. The conference attracts hundreds of delegates and features masterclasses and inspirational speakers. It is a once-a-year opportunity for fundraisers to learn about best practice and innovations.

Along with Sharon Kane, Chief Executive of Funding Neuro, Bruce will lead a session titled “Why Fundraisers Don’t Become Chief Executives” on Tuesday, October 1. It seems an obvious path from fundraising leader to charity chief executive - but it rarely happens.

Bruce and Sharon both made that transition and learned a lot along the way. Bruce is a former charity chief executive and BTA recruits around 20 chief executive positions each year. Sharon will tell how she made the move from fundraising manager to chief executive five years ago.

Let them be your guide as you consider whether you should become a charity leader, what life is like in the “hot-seat” and how to go about finding the top job.

On Wednesday, October 2, Bruce will give a masterclass on “Fearless Fundraising” alongside BTA consultant Dr Claire Macaulay.

Bruce said: “As a fundraiser, you can’t automatically assume that your whole organisation is behind you. You need the bravery to win their hearts and minds first.”

The session will show fundraisers how they can develop resilience, build a power base and get their whole organisation onside.