Data. Donors. Dollars. The Symposium

Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Ohio History Center, 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211

About the Symposium:

Join us for a transformative half-day event designed to empower nonprofit fundraising teams with the knowledge and tools needed to elevate their individual giving programs. ResearchPRO’s “Data. Donors. Dollars.” symposium is your gateway to mastering the art of leveraging data to attract and retain donors, ultimately driving more dollars to your cause.

Who Should Attend:

• Development Officers
• Fundraising Professionals
• Nonprofit Executives
• Data Analysts in Nonprofit Sector
• Board members
• Key Volunteers
• Teams involved in building or enhancing individual giving strategies

What You Will Learn:

Harnessing the Power of Data:

• Understand the role of data in fundraising.
• Learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret donor data.
• Discover the latest tools and technologies for data management.

Identifying and Engaging Donors:

• Develop strategies for identifying high-potential donors.
• Craft personalized engagement plans to build lasting relationships.
• Utilize data to predict donor behavior and tailor outreach efforts.

Maximizing Fundraising Dollars:

• Explore best practices for donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Learn techniques for enhancing donor retention and loyalty.
• Implement data-driven strategies to optimize fundraising campaigns.

AGENDA

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM:
Registration and Networking Breakfast

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
The Science of Fundraising Is For Everyone
Build your prospecting toolkit as you learn how to unlock your data to gain valuable insights and enhance your fundraising campaigns. Through instruction and hands-on exercises, you will assess your current practices, receive practical tips, and gain a comprehensive understanding of how to use data to boost fundraising intelligence, deepen your donor relationships, and drive increased giving.

12:00 PM – 1:15 PM:
Lunch and Networking

1:15 PM – 2:15 PM:
Fundraising Frontlines: Insights from Leaders in Nonprofit Advancement and Corporate Giving

• Veteran Fundraiser – Jodi Bopp, VP of Advancement for I Am Boundless
• Veteran Fundraising Analyst – Bill Cote, Kaleidoscope
• Veteran Fundraiser – Jera Oliver, Director of Major Gifts for Antioch College
• Corporate Funder & Individual Philanthropist – Ralph Smithers, AVP, Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Community Relations for Encova Insurance

This panel features seasoned professionals from the nonprofit and corporate sectors to share their expertise on successful fundraising strategies. Featuring insights from Jodi Bopp, Bill Cody, Ralph Smithers, and Jera Oliver, this discussion will explore the challenges and opportunities in donor engagement, corporate philanthropy, and data-driven fundraising. Attendees will gain practical advice and inspiration to elevate their own fundraising efforts.

2:15 PM – 2:30 PM:
Wrap Up & Closing

REGISTRATION INFO:

$125 – Individual Scholarship – Limited Quantity Scholarship Rate. Includes admission, parking, conference materials, lunch and 6-month ResearchPRO membership for one individual.

$250 – Individual Regular
Includes admission, parking, conference materials, lunch and 6-month ResearchPRO membership for one individual.

$450 – Individual VIP
Includes admission, parking, conference materials, lunch, 6-month ResearchPRO membership for one individual and one 1:1 follow up consultation with the nonprofit’s fundraising team (follow up consultations must occur within 3 months).

$850 – Organization VIP
Includes admission, parking, conference materials, lunch, and 6-month ResearchPRO membership for up to four individuals and two follow up consultations with the nonprofit’s fundraising team (follow up consultations must occur within 6 months).