Join us as we chart the course for a collaborative future, where institutional leaders are not just supporters but also enthusiastic partners. We will share inspiring success stories and insightful lessons learned, illustrating the profound impact of a united vision. Come be a part of crafting a collaborative future where leaders and foundations work hand-in-hand to realize their shared aspirations for change and growth. This session is for anyone who aspires to not only understand the importance of leader buy-in but also wishes to master the art of cultivating these vital relationships for the benefit of both the institution and its foundation.

The Arizona State University Foundation has successfully implemented the Innovation Council, an internal program that elevates talent within the organization as well as generates new strategies and initiatives that help advance the institution. In an increasingly complex environment, the Council has resulted in the development of a network of emerging leaders all connected by their experience, as well as various new strategic projects ranging from an online platform for donors to enhancements to the onboarding process. Participants will leave the session with an understanding of the key ingredients of the Innovation Council model, be able to explain the dual value of creating an internal “innovation team” that both develops emerging leaders and generates new ideas for the organization and understand elements of the “Design Thinking” process leveraged by the ASUF Innovation Council.

Share lessons learned in leveraging data anslysis to transition to a more performance-based culture. This session will feature two dashboards - one focused on frontline fundraising (Fundraiser Progress and Portfolio) and one on alumni relations (Alumni Engagement - a 2023 Case Gold Winner)

A challenging environment for public higher education. A narrowly divided Congress. A Presidential Election year. The conference closes with a discussion on what foundation leaders can expect out of Washington, DC leading up to and following the November elections. Legislation affecting charitable giving, endowments, and foreign gifts will be covered along with a preview of the impending tax reform debate in 2025.