Not-for-Profit & Association Network
March 9 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am EST
This year, time is more valuable than ever before! That’s why Sikich and the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce are bringing you a one-stop shop for NFP and association education.
Join us on Tuesday, March 9 for a 90-minute informative and interactive session, featuring two brief presentations and your choice of two breakout discussions on relevant topics. This session will also offer 1.5 CPE credits.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER – SPACE IS LIMITED!
SESSIONS & PRESENTERS
2021 Budgeting Tips & Legislative Update
Presented by Andy Powell, CPA, Partner at Sikich
You’ve made it through the financial obstacles of 2020, but now, 2021 presents its own unique challenges. In this session, Andy will offer advice on how to strengthen your budget and plan for the year. He will also review recent legislative updates relevant to not-for-profits. Participants will learn:
- Considerations when developing a budget
- Considerations for navigating budget uncertainty
- Considerations for monitoring budget and cash flow
Virtual Presentation Skills for Success
Presented by Mary Abbajay, President of Careerstone Group
Whether you’re presenting during a meeting or a formal webinar, knowing how to engage your virtual audience is critical. In this fast-paced, high energy session, Mary will share tips, tricks and techniques to help you present with confidence, professionalism and polish! Participants will learn to:
- Look and sound professional and confident
- Engage the audience quickly and effectively
- Avoid the most common pitfalls of virtual presentations
- Employ expert techniques for success
FOCUSED BREAKOUT TOPICS
HR 101: Not-for-Profit Edition
Led by experts from TriNet
It’s always a good time for a human resources refresher – during this time of constant change and unknowns, you’re guaranteed to learn a thing or two to take back to your organization. In this breakout room, we’ll discuss:
- Helpful tools for gathering information needed to select a new hire
- Strategies to make a performance discussion meaningful
- The (dreaded) termination process
Virtual Board Governance
Led by Wendy Wolff, Director of Strategic Engagement at Maryland Nonprofits
If you’re experiencing challenges communicating and working with your organization’s board in a virtual environment, this topic is for you. In this breakout room, we’ll discuss best practices for enhancing the synergies between your staff and board and how you can implement them in your organization.
Managing Performance Remotely Can Work
Led by Dave McKeon, Managing Director at Sikich
Performance management and evaluations are always complex. But when we factor in the stressors of working from home, COVID-19 and political events, in addition to newly implemented processes to support your mission, how can you find balance between being a compassionate employer and offering constructive feedback? In this breakout room, we’ll discuss:
- Recent statistics about remote work and the effect on employees
- Key tips for effective performance management
Cultivating Donor Relationships in a Virtual World
Led by Tricia Ritchie, Development Officer at ACT for Alexandria
What happens if face-to-face interactions are not possible for the foreseeable future? How do we continue connecting, cultivating and building relationships with our donors? In this breakout room, we will share ideas about:
- Reimagining your email strategy
- Hosting creative and meaningful virtual events
- Making the most of giving days
- Connecting with donors beyond the screen
