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Capacity Building Conference
September 19 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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The Capacity Building Conference aims to bring together nonprofit leaders to share innovative strategies, practical tools, and success stories that enhance the capacity and sustainability of nonprofit organizations. Join us for a full day of inspiration, networking, and learning.
What to Expect:
- Learn from the Best: Engage with trailblazing nonprofit experts and thought leaders who will share their insights and experiences.
- Collaborate and Connect: Network with peers who are facing similar challenges and opportunities, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Gain Fresh Perspectives: Discover new approaches and ideas to navigate the ever-changing landscape of nonprofit work.
- Build Lasting Connections: Establish meaningful relationships with a community dedicated to achieving sustainable impact.
Event Details:
- Location: 2020 K Street NW Washington DC 20006
- Date: Thursday, September 19 from 9:00am-4:00pm
This event has been SOLD OUT. If you would like to get on the waiting list, please email Taylor Strange directly.
Morning Breakout Sessions:
Pratichi Shah – CEO, Flourish Talent Management Solutions
Topic: What Really Matters in Equity and Inclusion? (Observations and Strategies from Real Organizational Life)
This workshop explores building and sustaining DEI strategies, embedding change in organizational culture, and sharing effective practices despite backlash.
Howard Levy – President, Red Rooster Group
Topic: Combining AI & Emotional Intelligence to Craft Your Fundraising Letter
Learn to harness AI in fundraising! This workshop covers using ChatGPT and donor sentiment analysis to craft emotionally intelligent letters, from audience insights to compelling storytelling.
Ginny Waller – Principal Advisor, Waller Consulting, LLC
Topic: Game Plan for Greatness: Strategic Planning
“Game Plan for Greatness” teaches strategic planning, succession alignment, and leadership development through workshops and case studies, helping participants create mission-focused plans for organizational success.
Mid-Morning Breakout Sessions:
Nikki Porcher – Founder, Buy From A Black Woman
Topic: How To Build Strategic Partnerships With Large Corporations
Nikki Porcher shares her journey in forming successful partnerships with corporations like H&M and PayPal, offering strategies for minority-owned businesses to thrive in today’s market.
Gregory Nielsen – CEO, Nielsen Training & Consulting
Topic: Is Your Board Ready for a Checkup? Enhancing Impact Through Board Assessment
Explore Board Assessments to identify and address performance issues early. Learn about various assessment types, benefits, and challenges to enhance your Board’s effectiveness and impact.
Amy Cress & Beverly Ross – Executive Director, Compass Pro Bono
Topic: Turning One-Time Volunteers into Lifelong Organizational Champions
Discover how to build and sustain a reliable volunteer base. Learn from Amy Cress and Beverly Ross’s 20+ years of engaging 5,000+ skilled volunteers and cultivating “super-volunteers.”
Afternoon Breakout Sessions:
Abbi Haggerty – Executive Director, Richmond Performing Arts Alliance
Topic: Why us? Discover what makes your organization unique and why it deserves the community’s support!
Discover or rediscover your nonprofit’s unique value, align efforts for strategic success, and effectively convey its importance to the community for better funding.
Eddrick Martin – CEO/ Managing Partner, Elevated Momentum
Topic: The 10 Steps to Creating a Board Development & Recruitment Program
Address unclear board development with practical steps and a rubric for evaluating effectiveness. Leave with an actionable plan and improved board strategies.
Elizabeth Scott, PhD – CEO, Brighter Strategies
Topic: Cultivating a Resilient Organizational Culture in Nonprofits: Navigating the Hybrid Work Era
This workshop will equip nonprofit leaders with strategies to build a resilient, adaptable culture in hybrid work environments, enhancing engagement, mission alignment, and team support.