The Nevada State Democratic Party and The Clark County Democratic Party invite you to a Fundraising and Communications Workshop. Whether you're a candidate, an officer or activist in a club, caucus, or committee, please join us for this valuable FREE workshop featuring experts Amy Ayoub and Dan Hart.
WHEN: Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9 a.m. to noon. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: NSDP Headquarters, Conference Room, 1210 S Valley Blvd, Suite 114, Las Vegas, NV 89102

Political Fundraising: Success Secrets You Need to Know
It's All About the Money
Successful fundraising can be the difference between a winning campaign and a losing effort. Here is your chance to learn the secrets of successful fundraising from Nevada's top political fundraiser and certified World Class Speaking coach, Amy Ayoub. Since opening her firm in 1998, Ayoub's proven techniques and strategies have raised more than $100 million for her political and charitable clients.
In this exclusive and one-of-a-kind forum, prospective Democratic candidates and their staff members will:
· Conquer the Fear of Asking for Money
· Learn the Secrets to Successful Call Time
· Master Proper Prospect Identification
· Discover When and How to Hold a Profitable Event
· Develop a Plan of Action

This workshop is designed for candidates, campaign staff and volunteers responsible for raising ANY amount of money.

Ask and You Shall Receive
Are you overwhelmed at the thought of using internet-fundraising for your campaign?
Have you ever thought: I need the financial support of my friends and family but I don't have enough hours in the day to call them. Would an email work? Where do I begin? I don't even have a website.

Erica Norris, political fundraiser and marketing coach, will help you understand how to put the internet to work for you. You will learn to:

· Create an Engaging Website
· Build an Active Online Community
· 5 Steps to Successful Online Solicitations

Communicating (On Your Terms) With the Political Press
When interacting with the press during political operations what you say and how you say it can make the difference between success and failure.
Join Dan Hart, well-known political operative and sought-after political commentator, as you learn how to face this challenge and turn it to your advantage.
You will become skilled at:
· Understanding the nature and motivations of press people
· Being consistently ON message
· Answering tough questions
· Handling a crisis

Please RSVP at rsvp@nvdems.com, and call 702-737-VOTE for more information.