Do It Like Disney: Fundraising Insights from The Magic Kingdom

05/03/2025 7 min
Do It Like Disney: Fundraising Insights from The Magic Kingdom

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Lighthouse Counsel President Jeff Jowdy talks with Wayne Olson, author of the book, “The Disney Difference: The Complete Guide to Adding Disney-Like Magic to your Corporation or Organization.”

In their discussion, Wayne shares insights into:
• Why Disney resonated with him as a child and continues to resonate with people of all ages
• What "Disney magic" is and how it translates to nonprofit organizations in regard to leadership and fundraising
• The top takeaways from Disney that nonprofit leaders can use to create those magical experiences for donors