Advancement and Development services are approaching a new horizon when working with internal employees and external partners. Through discovery work, Dallas College Advancement and Development has created a new model for leveraging funding using network systems to support students and provide partners with a roadmap for success. This session will explore the new model, its benefits, and how it can be used to create a more efficient and effective way to manage sponsored program projects.

We all know that a robust donor pipeline is key to a sustainable, growth-oriented development operation. but how do we combine the relationship-building power of major gifts with the scalability of annual giving activities? The answer: Digital Experience Officers (DXOs)! In this session, you will hear how the OK State Foundation Annual Giving Team built a DXO program to engage and upgrade donors in the middle of the pyramid to identify and hand off the next generation of major gift prospects. Your presenters will share their experience building a program from the ground up, how they collaborated with peers to form a program that was right for their institution, and how the program has grown and changed in its initial two years.

As a leader of an advancement organization, prepare yourself and your team to embark on the impactful journey of crafting new cultural values. Unlike traditional approaches, we'll be diving into a dynamic process that involves each member of your team actively. This isn't just about drafting values on paper; it's about infusing your shared mission into the very essence of your organization.
In this session, you'll be guided through the process of creating values tailored to your unique organizational identity. Imagine the impact of involving your team members in a collaborative dialogue that shapes the culture you aspire to cultivate.
This isn't a one-size-fits-all process – it's an opportunity for you to glean insights and strategies that you can adapt to your specific context. Whether you're leading your organization, a team, or peer to peer, the principles shared will empower you to foster a culture that aligns with your mission and resonates with your team.
Join me for a practical workshop that equips you with the tools to shape a collective vision. This isn't just about values; it's about empowering you to lead intentional cultural change within your organization that is not only well received, but is owned, embraced and lived out each day.