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District IV Annual Conference 2025
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CT
People Before Processes: Creating Meaningful Connections for Lasting Impact
Relational equity is essential to effective strategic communication… simply stated, people don’t care what you know until they know that you care (about them).
Most strategic plans, especially those intended to disrupt the flow of things and introduce organizational change, start with ideas and concepts but they should really be starting with the people first. When you start with people before processes, you have the opportunity to create meaningful connections for lasting impact!
Most strategic plans, especially those intended to disrupt the flow of things and introduce organizational change, start with ideas and concepts but they should really be starting with the people first. When you start with people before processes, you have the opportunity to create meaningful connections for lasting impact!
Speakers: Nicole Blackwell, Director, Advancement Communications & Strategy, University of North Texas
Competencies: LeadershipRelationship Building
Experience Level: All Levels
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM CT
The Power of Passion: Effective Volunteer Board Management
Harness the power of passion with effective board management strategies. Keturi DeLong will guide a candid discussion with three experts who have managed powerhouse boards through transitions, campaigns, challenges, and celebrations.
Speakers: Keturi DeLong, Senior Vice President, Corporate & Foundation Engagement, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, Brooks Hull, Vice President, University Advancement and Executive Director, Development Foundation, Texas State University, Karl Miller Lugo, Vice President for University Advancement, University of Texas San Antonio, Michael McMahan, CEO, Southwestern Medical Foundation
Competencies: Integrity and ProfessionalismLeadership
Experience Level: All Levels
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CT
Institutional Knowledge: Goldmine or Minefield?
While rich institutional knowledge and experience can be invaluable and provide priceless insights into an organization's history, culture, and procedures, it also presents challenges. New employees often discover that there are many unwritten rules (highlighting the importance of documentation), historical details, and old practices, which can be confusing. Additionally, institutional knowledge is often associated with sticking too rigidly to old ways, which can block new ideas. It’s important to find a balance between preserving valuable old knowledge and welcoming new ideas to help the team improve its overall efficiency and effectiveness.
Speakers: Diane Kucera, Director, Constituent Records and Gift Administration, Southern Methodist University
Competencies: Strategic ThinkingIndustry or Sector Expertise
Experience Level: All Levels