"The Planned Giving Council opened my eyes to a broad network of professionals who I could relate to in my career.  I have had the pleasure to work with many of them on mutual projects and would have never had that opportunity had it not been for the Council.  I am so happy that I joined this Council early in my career as it played such a pivotal role by providing a resource for me on planned gifts and giving me the opportunity to network professionally with a great group of colleagues."