Ask the Experts
answer your questions on fundraising and philanthropy

Gavin Duffy has appeared on RTE’s Dragons’ Den and is a regular columnist on business and the economy for the Sunday Independent.  Gavin will give his unique, informed take on how our current economic situation effects all sectors and how non-profits can move forward and survive.

Tony Elischer is Managing Director of THINK Consulting Solutions, Tony has over 26 years hands on experience in the not for profit sector.  He has extensive expertise in helping charities worldwide with strategy, fundraising, management and troubleshooting. In the last 12 months he has worked in over 20 countries.

Kirshna De is one of the leading experts on branding, social networking, web development in Ireland.  Krishna is an award winning digital marketing, brand engagement and social media author, speaker, commentator and mentor.

David Bunworth is Managing Director of Bord Gais Energy.  He has responsibility for sales, marketing, customer service, regulatory and finance for retail gas and electricity in Ireland. David has been involved with many non-profits and is a board member of Barnardos Fundraising and The Gate Theatre.

Tina Roche is Chief Executive of the Foundation for Investing in Communities.
She has established The Community Foundation for Ireland, which connects philanthropic donors to various worthy causes, and Business in the Community Ireland, a non-profit organisation that provides advice and guidance to companies on corporate responsibility and community involvement.