CONNECTING COLORADO WESTERN Welcome to Wednesday, September 25, 2024 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Grand Junction Convention Center
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SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
8:00-8:30 AM
Registration & Networking
8:30-8:50 AM
Opening Remarks
9:00-10:15 AM
Breakout Session 1
10:15-10:45 AM
Networking Break
10:45-12:00 PM
Breakout Session 2
12:00-1:00 PM
Lunch
1:15-2:30 PM
Breakout Session 3
2:30-3:00 PM
Networking Break
3:00-4:15 PM
Breakout Session 4
4:15 PM
Closing Remarks
TRAINING TRACKS
Education trainings cover a broad range of topics and are designed for young professionals and seasoned leaders alike. Breakout sessions provide valuable learnings, practical skills, and actionable takeaways for everyone, regardless of their role or experience level. There are two education trainings in each breakout session. EDUCATION TRAININGS Connection trainings focus on collaboration and community-building through interactive and engaging roundtables and panel discussions. There is one connection training in each breakout session. Actionable takeaways for everyone, regardless of their role or experience level. CONNECTION TRAININGS Executive trainings are tailored for organizational decision-makers, from executives and directors to board members. Sessions are focused on capacity building, strategic planning, and high-level organizational decisions and provide insights and tools for effective leadership. EXECUTIVE TRAININGS
MENU BREAKFAST
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Fresh slice watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, strawberries and grapes. Assorted Breakfast Danishes Including cinnamon swirl, vanilla crown, raspberry crown, maple pecan, and apple coronets
LUNCH
House Salad (V) Mixed Greens, Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion and Garlic and Parmesan Croutons served with Ranch Dressing Pesto Chicken (GF) Seared Chicken Breast topped house made pesto sauce and blistered tomatoes, saffron rice pilaf with garlic and white wine sauteed green beans
Chocolate Torte (V,GF) Served with fresh berries and whip cream
Lunch is Gluten-Free
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Southwest Airlines’ mission is to connect people to what’s important in their lives. They make that a priority out of Denver, as they are proud to offer nearly 300 departures to nearly 100 destinations. While they are an airline, their best work is done in the communities they serve. In Denver last year, Southwest donated over $725,000 in cash and in-kind tickets to more than 220 organizations focused on continuing to make the region a great place to live, work, and visit. Beyond corporate giving, their Colorado Employees have volunteered more than 10,500 hours, giving their own time to support over 130 nonprofit groups representing causes that are important to them. They are pleased to share their Mile High Heart with Colorado Nonprofit Association and be this year’s presenting sponsor of Connecting Colorado.
ABOUT THE COLORADO TRUST The Colorado Trust is committed to working so that all Coloradans have fair and equal opportunities to lead healthy, productive lives regardless of race, ethnicity, income or where we live. Conferences like CNA's Connecting Colorado series help to ensure that regardless of what part of the state in which you work, you have access to quality workshops, engaging speakers on relevant issues, and important networking opportunities – all needed to continue to advance our respective works and chip away at the inequities that hold our communities back. The Colorado Trust is proud to be able to support this event on the Western Slope, and see that resources and support reach all corners of our great state.
BREAKOUT SESSION 1 (9:00-10:15 AM)
EDUCATION TRAINING Unlock the Power of Trust, Clarity, and Action! Marcial B. Dumlao | Breakout Room A
Discover Strategies Enhancing Trust within Your Nonprofit Organization. Gain clarity on your organization’s mission, values, and priorities. Identify actionable tasks with the 90-day quick plan. Build connections and strengthen communications. Join Marcial Dumlao, a certified Trust Edge Leadership facilitator, for an enlightening session tailored specifically for nonprofit leaders attending the Colorado Nonprofit Association conference. With over 30 years of leadership experience spanning military and civilian sectors, Marcial excels in optimizing workforce performance while aligning values with impactful action.
EDUCATION TRAINING To Rebrand or Not to Rebrand Leah Goss and Kyle Asperger | Breakout Room B
This session will explore the rationale for rebranding a nonprofit including how to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of renaming your organization, understanding what’s involved in creating a new name, and developing strategies for strengthening your current brand. Based on actual case studies, a framework for action will be outlined that includes decision-making with your Board, identifying partners, anticipating costs, planning marketing and communication campaigns, and timing considerations.
BREAKOUT SESSION 1 (9:00-10:15 AM)
CONNECTION TRAINING Building Community Within Staff Jessica Gemm | Breakout Room C
The purpose of this session is to help nonprofit Executive Directors and CEOs feel less isolated, and more resilient and connected, so you can be more effective and have sustainable impact. This is a facilitated roundtable discussion limited to (10-15) participants, where we’ll establish ground rules to support an honest, healthy environment for vulnerability and identifying areas for support. EXECUTIVE TRAINING Beyond Surveys: Innovative Data Collection for Impactful Storytelling Sterling Leija | Breakout Room D In today’s competitive landscape, simply sharing heartwarming stories and beautiful photos no longer suffices to demonstrate value. Savvy donors are choosing their charity of choice with informed scrutiny. Clients need the reassurance of value added and quality. Prospective staff and volunteers want to ensure their time is respected and appreciated. Traditional surveys often yield limited responses and fail to capture meaningful insights. In this session, learn innovative and engaging approaches to gather actionable data to effectively assess impact, evaluate program quality, enhance fundraising initiatives, strengthen donor stewardship, inform marketing materials, and increase retention. Discover how to tell a compelling story of mission delivery that resonates with your audience and sets your organization apart in a crowded market.
BREAKOUT SESSION 2 (10:45-12:00 PM)
EDUCATION TRAINING Budgeting and Finance Impact for Non-Accountants Mike Gemm | Breakout Room A
This foundational session is designed to give the key elements of finance for nonprofits: impact and income, expenses and budgets, and cash flow. In this session, you will learn about how finance helps guide the impact and income of an organization. You will also learn about how expenses and budgets connect, and how to manage cash flow – all the key elements of finance inside a nonprofit organization.
EDUCATION TRAINING The 6-Step Formula for First-Time Gala Greatness Dani Dotterosa | Breakout Room B
Thinking about hosting your first Gala or Un-Gala? Join our session to explore that question and learn about 6-Step Formula For First- Time Gala Greatness. We dive deeply into the first three steps where you’ll learn the top exercise that saves you thousands of hours when it comes to finding donors and sponsors. Then we discuss the two easy habits that build a strong network and have you feeling ultra-connected to your donors. Last, we gain a fresh perspective on your role as the event planner, which has the potential to unlock thousands of dollars. Filled with pro tips, a workbook, and time for questions, join this session, and when the day comes to host your first gala, you’ll be ready to knock it out of the park.
BREAKOUT SESSION 2 (10:45-12:00 PM)
EXECUTIVE TRAINING Say What?? Keys to Leadership Communication Success Dan Prater | Breakout Room D
Leadership and communication go hand in hand. Whether it’s giving a speech in the boardroom, facilitating a staff meeting, or presenting at civic club, leaders must have the ability to communicate with clarity and passion in all settings. This engaging session explores various communication methods and styles, and how leaders can equip their teams to properly identify and deal with negative situations to achieve positive outcomes. The session will provide leaders with ideas and tools to help them develop problem-solving and decision-making skills to improve work culture and individual satisfaction.
BREAKOUT SESSION 3 (1:15-2:30 PM)
EDUCATION TRAINING Financial Leadership: Communicating the Financial Information that Matters Jennifer Dombek and Joe Wagner | Breakout Room A Do all members of the board understand your organization’s financial position? Are your financial documents designed to foster board member understanding? Do you “have their attention?” In this session, we’ll discuss ways nonprofits can improve financial reporting to their entire board – not just the resident CPAs. We will also provide alternative presentation ideas that help direct the Board’s attention to the financial information that matters most. CONNECTION TRAINING Exploring the Future of Philanthropy: Elevating Fundraising in the Post-2020 Era Nia Wassink and Maegan Vallejo | Breakout Room B The challenges of 2020 placed DEIA at the core of philanthropy, highlighting the necessity for adept fundraising in the post-pandemic landscape. Gain insider knowledge as we unveil the essential keys to success, offering practical tips for navigating evolving donor behaviors, strategically employing philanthropic tools, and mastering the dynamic philanthropic terrain with a community-centered approach. Elevate your fundraising game and join us for a session that promises actionable insights and transformative strategies. Don’t miss your chance to be at the forefront of the future of philanthropy!
BREAKOUT SESSION 3 (1:15-2:30 PM)
EXECUTIVE TRAINING Leadership Development Anna Stout | Breakout Room C
Join Anna Sout for an exciting session on leadership development. Anna is the owner of Transfinem Language and Cultural Services, a company dedicated to bridging cultural gaps through language and cultural training. As the President and Founder of the Foundation for Cultural Exchange, Anna initiated and oversees Grand Junction’s Sister City Program, fostering international relationships and cultural understanding. Her diverse experience in leadership, public service, and cultural exchange underscores her dedication to making a positive impact on her community and beyond.
BREAKOUT SESSION 4 (3:00-4:15 PM)
EDUCATION TRAINING Crafting Compelling Grant Narratives Zebulon Miracle | Breakout Room A
Budgets. Deliverables. Logic models. All crucial elements of a well-written grant application. Each of these sections provide vital information to funders and provide analytical information that is needed to show a project’s need and effectiveness. Sadly, however, these often skip a program’s heart and spirit. The ability to tell a story in the program’s narrative section is just as valuable. The use of storytelling while writing a grant narrative can create engagement and connection with reviewers and have the proposal be memorable in a sea of applications. This program will illustrate creative uses in applications as well as cautionary tales.
CONNECTION TRAINING Decoding Others & Communicating with Impact Jahnavi Brenner, Vivid Leader | Breakout Room B
We all have our preferred ways of thinking and behaving, and we often communicate in those ways. Yet, the people around us have their own preferences. Using the Emergenetics framework, learn about distinct thinking and behavioral preferences & leverage this knowledge to increase your ability to influence, lead, and collaborate with others!
BREAKOUT SESSION 4 (3:00-4:15 PM)
EXECUTIVE TRAINING Innovating Board Practices: Transforming Perspectives and Frameworks Amanda Kearney-Smith and Richard Eveleigh | Breakout Room C This presentation challenges the established norms of how boards conduct business and introduces concepts for innovating board governance practices. Research demonstrates that, all too often, boards lack a shared understanding of good governance, lack clear goals and accountability, and suffer from role confusion, all of which can lead to low engagement and ineffectiveness. This presentation will offer strengths-based tools and resources that support the implementation of a new framework.
CONNECTION TRAINING Building Community Within Staff Encore Jessica Gemm | Breakout Room D
The purpose of this session is to help nonprofit Executive Directors and CEOs feel less isolated, and more resilient and connected, so you can be more effective and have sustainable impact. This is a facilitated roundtable discussion limited to (10-15) participants, where we’ll establish ground rules to support an honest, healthy environment for vulnerability and identifying areas for support. This is the second session of this training to ensure all who want to participate can do so.
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