Bailey Cavalieri
http://www.baileycavalieri.comBailey Cavalieri LLC serves clients on a local, regional, national and international level. Our diverse client base ranges from emerging businesses to Fortune 500 companies across a broad spectrum of industries and also includes individuals, educational and not-for-profit institutions, estates and trusts. We approach complex legal issues with an eye towards cost-effective, practical, and innovative solutions. Clients deserve experienced, sophisticated representation. Our goal is to anticipate and exceed client expectations.
Quick Tips:
- After events, distribute photos as a reminder, perhaps in a PowerPoint presentation.
- Have small groups visit different agencies prior to kickoff to increase interest.
- Get employees involved as volunteers at United Way partner agencies.
Success Breeds Success
After being honored at the Celebration of Excellence for a successful campaign, Bailey-Cavalieri was able to generate greater excitement the following year. The shared pride brought various members of the firm together through a healthy competition that led to an even stronger performance and company morale. With the increased awareness, Bailey-Cavalieri stages events that range from a pizza sale and silent auction to a raffle, with highly desirable items such as hockey tickets and restaurant dinners, which are often provided gratis through the company’s clients.
Keeping It Real
Bailey-Cavalieri’s approach is somewhat laid back, with the emphasis on striving for full participation rather than a dollar amount. By making their campaign fun and inclusive, they make the goal accessible to everyone at every level, with no judgment and no pressure. With a strong belief that people at the firm have giving hearts, Bailey-Cavalieri believes that having their people feel they are really helping people in need creates a strong atmosphere for participation.
They also encourage and support volunteerism, pairing people from different departments to participate in volunteer events. In addition to expanding knowledge about United Way programs and agencies, this increases camaraderie among employees, as people interact with others they might not know well in the workplace. Having people involved on a volunteer level increases participation in the fund-raising campaign, because when people are exposed to the actual recipients of assistance, they are less likely to say no when asked to participate financially.
The Right Timing
Although Bailey-Cavalieri does extensive groundwork, beginning with communication at the end of the summer, they concentrate their campaign into one solid week of activities which staffers look forward to. It is an upbeat event that not only raises money for and awareness of United Way, but also serves as a team-building exercise.
