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Annual Conference for Donor Relations Professionals 2025
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM PST
Using AI to Build and Strengthen Donor Relations
In this interactive session, explore how AI technology can revolutionize donor relations by streamlining processes, enhancing personalization, and uncovering actionable insights. We’ll discuss how AI tools can
assist in identifying and cultivating potential donors through predictive analytics, strengthen relationships with dynamic communication strategies, and improve stewardship by automating and customizing touch points. Participants will learn how AI-driven data analysis can uncover trends to inform strategic decisions and campaign readiness, all while maintaining a human-centered approach through active
listening and engagement. Designed for donor relations and advancement professionals at all levels, this session will equip you with practical strategies to integrate AI into your donor relations program, ensuring it is innovative, efficient, and future-ready.
assist in identifying and cultivating potential donors through predictive analytics, strengthen relationships with dynamic communication strategies, and improve stewardship by automating and customizing touch points. Participants will learn how AI-driven data analysis can uncover trends to inform strategic decisions and campaign readiness, all while maintaining a human-centered approach through active
listening and engagement. Designed for donor relations and advancement professionals at all levels, this session will equip you with practical strategies to integrate AI into your donor relations program, ensuring it is innovative, efficient, and future-ready.
Speakers: Andrew Weller, Dean of Admissions and Enrollment, The Birch Wathen Lenox School, Andrew Esparza, Founder, Kingdom Analytics
Competencies: Industry or Sector ExpertiseStrategic Thinking
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM PST
Crafting A World-Class Donor Experience: A Charcuterie Board Approach
Discover how to elevate donor relations by crafting a world-class experience for major and principal gift donors. Using the metaphor of a charcuterie board and let's be honest, this session is filled with many metaphors. This session will guide you through creating a thoughtful and personalized annual plan that harmonizes core engagement activities, supporting experiences, and personal touches. No shop or staff size is too small to apply these principles. Learn how to strategically plan and tailor interactions to deepen donor connections and ensure lasting partnerships. Join us to transform your donor relations strategy into a memorable and impactful experience.
Speakers: Amanda Feser, Director of Creative Impact, University of Nebraska Foundation, Sarah Rider, Senior Director of Donor Experience, University of Nebraska Foundation
Competencies: Industry or Sector ExpertiseStrategic Thinking
Experience Level: Level 2- Emerging Early CareerLevel 3- Practicing Mid Level Career