Asking about Asking: Mastering the Art of Conversational Fundraising
Regarded as America's ASKING Coach,Kent Stromanis a talented speaker, insightful advisor, effective communicator and published author. He has an appeal that transcends barriers of age, culture and occupation. Since 1976 he has been involved in teaching and organizational leadership, impacting numerous organizations with his passion for excellence. Kent is a CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and CPA (Certified Public Accountant).Kent's purpose in life is to Equip, Inspire and Encourage. He accomplishes this through speaking, writing, teaching, consulting and executive coaching.After a 25 year career in higher education, Kent launched Stroman & Associates, consulting in fundraising, board governance, strategic planning and leadership development. In recent years, Stroman has been personally involved in fundraising efforts generating tens of millions of dollars for charitable causes. He is a BoardSource-trained governance consultant, Sarkeys Foundation-approved retreat facilitator, and serves as an adjunct consultant for the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits and has earned the Association of Fundraising Professionals' Master Trainer designation.In addition to a vast portfolio of board experience, Kent is past Chairman of the Regional Chamber of Commerce board and currently serves on the boards of the Community Foundation (Past Chairman), and United Way.Kent enjoys snow skiing, water sports, travel, reading, cooking and singing in his church choir.In 2003 Kent was named the Outstanding Fundraising Executive by Eastern Oklahoma's Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).In 2005 he was honored by Big Brothers Big Sisters with their cherished Ray G. Steiner "Champions" Award for "exemplifying the character qualities of leadership by example, integrity, generosity, and commitment to excellence; and for outstanding contributions to furthering the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters."In 2010 Stroman was awarded the prestigious "Cornerstone Award" for "his expertise, tireless dedication and hard work to transform South Haven, one of West Tulsa's most neglected and impoverished communities."Kent is a frequent speaker and presenter to regional, national and international audiences.