education sessions
Introductory/Foundational
Developing Your Signature Leadership Brand
Room: Majestic H
October 16
3:45pm - 4:45pm
Leaders of marginalized identities are stepping into major leadership roles in organizations, but disparities persist in advancement and recognition. This bias affects how leadership traits are perceived when engaging with donors, introducing oneself in community settings, and establishing credibility while demonstrating care. On top of navigating bias, delivering a concise, informative introduction is crucial when working with local and state government officials. Join our workshop to redefine your nonprofit executive presence, crafting a compelling message that communicates your organization's purpose, values, and your experience and dedication to the cause. It's time to showcase your unique leadership in the
Audience:
Introductory/Foundational
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Anh Vo, MS in Applied Behavioral Science (ABS)
Alford Group - Chief Culture Officer
Anh has worked extensively in advancing racial dialogues and practices of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. She has encountered an expressed deep need from every level of the organizations she has partnered with for safety and belonging, where agreed sets of behaviors enable employees to work effectively in cross-cultural and multi-cultural environments.Key Habits Of Highly Successful People: 3 Insider Secrets To Take Charge Of Your Day
Room: Majestic G
October 17
9:00am - 10:00am
Are you busy, busy, busy all day long, yet at 5pm left wondering, “What did I get done today?” I understand the daily demands of your time in a world full of increased distractions, limited resources, and too much to do. In this session, I’ll show you how to create a daily plan you’ll actually stick to. You’ll leave inspired to use simple tools, strategies, and insights to: - Take control of your time and energize your day - Stop procrastinating what you know you should be doing - Feel truly successful and ignite your motivation
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Introductory/Foundational
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Life Is Organized - Productivity Coach & Trainer
Mridu’s mission to help professionals control their time and reach outstanding results – is core to her high-performance productivity coaching and training. She teaches audiences how to quickly focus and exceed their goals. As a #1 selling author, podcaster, and productivity coach since 2014, Mridu has captivated audiences nationwide including Novartis, Colgate-Palmolive, Vanderbilt, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. She shares simple ways to master demands and distractions – even when you’re overwhelmed. Mridu’s techniques for creating powerful habits have been featured in Forbes, The Huffington Post, US News & World Report, and Real Simple, as well as her column in The Tennessean.Should I Stay or Should I Go? A values and Purpose-Driven Approach to Career Changes
Room: Majestic H
October 17
10:30am - 11:30am
Have you felt torn between staying in your current role or jumping ship? The nonprofit job market is booming and with so many shiny opportunities, how do you decide what's best for you? Feel confident in your decision by understanding how your values and purpose align with your career trajectory.
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Introductory/Foundational
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Wellspring Living - Chief Executive Officer
Christian Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of Wellspring Living, brings a wealth of nonprofit experience having served as an Annual Giving Officer for Spelman College, and as a Capital Campaign Manager, Director of Strategic Philanthropy and Chief Development Officer for the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. Murphy holds a B.A. in English and French from Spelman College and a Master of Public Administration from Georgia State University. Christian is a past president of the AFP Atlanta chapter. She lives in Atlanta with her partner, teenage daughter, and son.
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta - Chief Development Officer
Liz Loreti, CFRE is the Chief Development Officer at Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. Liz has dedicated her life to enhancing the lives of girls, women, and children - through her career and community voluntarism. She is the immediate past-chair for Atlanta's National Philanthropy Day, president-elect for her AFP chapter, and 3x Board Member for the Junior League of Atlanta. She received her BA and MA in psychology from the University of Central Florida before moving to Atlanta and beginning her career in nonprofit fundraising. She lives in Atlanta with her spouse, 2 daughters, and dog.Words and Deeds: Achieving a Workplace Culture Without Bias
Room: Majestic F
October 17
10:30am - 11:30am
Organizational leaders are accountable for healthy workplaces; therefore, they must provide leadership in recruiting, interviewing, selection, incentivization, onboarding, promotion, and succession to mitigate a culture of bias. Additionally, training and development must occur throughout the employee’s tenure and phases of employment.
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Introductory/Foundational
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Abeni El-Amin, Ph.D., Ed.D., MPsy I/O, PhD
Project Ricochet - Project Ricochet: Stronger Together KY: President/Chief Prog
Dr. Abeni El-Amin, originally from Lexington, Kentucky, is President of Project Ricochet, Employee and Community Engagement Consultant at WUKY, and a Professor at Fort Hays State University (FHSU). She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration with a focus on Organizational Leadership and Development, an Ed.D. in Educational Administration - Business Education, a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Social Change, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Pastoral/Patient Counseling, among other degrees. With over a decade of teaching experience in Political Science, Business Administration, Psychology, and Health Sciences, she is a seasoned university lecturer and researcher.Empower Your Team to Unlock Generational Giving: Training to Inspire Engagement Across Generations (Presented by Bloomerang + Qgiv)
Room: Gateway A/B
October 17
3:15pm - 4:15pm
Have you ever wondered how your organization’s fundraising efforts relate to your constituents from different generations? Odds are your Gen Z and Baby Boomer donors are learning about and engaging with your nonprofit in very different ways. Your organization’s outreach should be optimized through a generational lens to ensure the right audience is being reached with the right message. In this session, you’ll learn how to lead your development team to unlock hidden potential with your donors based on generational giving trends.
Audience:
Introductory/Foundational
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Partner Marketing Manager
Kate Kramer is the Partner Marketing Manager at Bloomerang. She has over 18 years of development and marketing experience. In her previous role as Foundation Manager for the VMRC Foundation, she managed the annual giving programs, assisted and oversaw the annual budget and marketing plans, and managed a major gift donor portfolio of over 150 donors. Kate is passionate about supporting mission-driven organizations. She has completed specialized fundraising training through AFP International, The Virginia Fundraising Institute, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Shenandoah Virginia Chapter, and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).Nonprofit Finance Equitable Budgeting and Forecasting
Room: Majestic G
October 17
3:15pm - 4:15pm
While most of us didn’t join the social impact sector to design and manage budgets, it’s our most impactful tool to achieve our mission. In this session, we’ll demystify the budgeting process centered on your DEI values. You’ll learn to craft a budget that supports your strategic goals, emphasizing transparent and inclusive processes. You’ll gain practical skills in revenue forecasting and functional expense allocation to ensure your budgets reflect the true costs of running your programs. You’ll be equipped with the knowledge to build a robust and equitable budgeting process that secures your nonprofit’s financial health and strategic success.
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Introductory/Foundational
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STEINKOPF STRATEGIES - Grant Strategist
Deborah has worked in salaried and consulting capacities for 35 years with nonprofit start-ups, nonprofits with strong brand identities, and nonprofits in transition. Her consulting services include interim leadership, executive coaching, fund development planning, grant strategy, and organizational assessments. In addition to NFLA, Deborah is a faculty member of the Supporting Organizational Sustainability Institute at Futures Without Violence. She is also a frequent presenter on government funding, has published articles on grant strategy in the Journal of Grant Professionals, and has served on capital campaign teams. Since launching her full-time consulting practice in 2016, Deborah has worked with 55+ nonprofits.Anthony Petchel, CFRE, MBA, CTP
360 Philanthropy - Philanthropy Coach
Anthony Petchel, MBA, CFRE, is a seasoned finance and fundraising professional with over 25 years of experience in, nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and strategic planning. Having directed significant fundraising initiatives at Neighborworks America’s REACH Community Development and science museum OMSI. As a strategic planning and fund development consultant, Anthony combines 16 years of commercial finance experience to help nonprofits build sustainable funding. Anthony teaches in the Masters of Nonprofit Leadership program at Portland State University and at the Nonprofit Financial Leadership Academy. Anthony’s experience extends to volunteering, serving on his local AFP chapter board, and the international fundraising thinktank Rogare.Leading Through Change: Cultivating Compassionate Cultures with Intentional Employee Engagement
Room: Majestic C
October 18
8:45am - 9:45am
In this session, Laura will provide mindset shifts and practical strategies for embracing change and fostering cohesive growth that leaders can immediately being implementing within their organizations. She will share insights and exercises aimed at enhancing team connection, preventing burnout, and viewing challenges as catalysts for growth. Attendees will leave with actionable steps to cultivate a compassionate culture, crucial for thriving through change and ensuring their organizations emerge stronger and more unified.
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Introductory/Foundational
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