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District V Annual Conference 2025
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2:45 PM - 3:45 PM CT
Communities of Practice: Communication Excellence Via Respect & Empowerment
Since 2022, the University of Michigan Medical School Communications Community of Practice (CoP) has been successfully navigating the collaboration and support of more than 90 unit-embedded communicators to develop partnerships, ensure access to resources, and embolden a unified voice, brand, and message across the Michigan Medicine landscape. In this presentation, we will use this case study to define a CoP, discuss the challenges of start-up, and walk through the steps toward implementation, success, and lessons learned. Participants will take away practical steps and resources for building a Community of Practice, methodology for connecting your community to the larger centralized communications core, and ideas for scaling communities to all sizes of teams.
Speakers: Megan Vanstratt, Marketing & Communications Director, University of Michigan, Erin LaRowe, Communications Director, Medical School, Michigan Medicine
Competencies: Integrity and ProfessionalismStrategic Thinking
Experience Level: All LevelsAll Levels
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM CT
Imposter Syndrome and Impossible Standards: Will I Ever Be Good Enough?
Imposter syndrome is the buzziest of buzzwords. From seasoned professionals with 30+ years in the advancement field to new grads, we often find ourselves struggling to find true confidence and certainty in who we show up to be in the workplace. Targeted towards those new to the field or new to post-grad life, this session will dive into what imposter syndrome is, how it is extraordinarily prevalent AND relevant in the advancement field, and what we can do to navigate the ebbs and flows of feeling "good enough". This session is structured to be a vulnerable conversation about self-worth and value as a professional; while also discussing ways we can find confidence in who we are, even if we don't completely have it figured out.
Speakers: Cassandra Bocchieri, Alumni Relations Manager, University of Wisconsin Madison
Competencies: Emotional IntelligenceIntegrity and Professionalism
Experience Level: All LevelsLevel 1
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM CT
Data-Driven Volunteerism: Transforming Engagement into Philanthropy
How can volunteerism fuel lifelong connections and lead to transformational giving? In this interactive session, we’ll explore data-driven strategies to enhance volunteer engagement and recognition, connecting these efforts to philanthropy. Whether you're running a small program or managing a large alumni network, you’ll discover adaptable tools and tactics to build meaningful volunteer experiences that inspire deeper relationships and drive financial support. You will learn how to leverage data to identify engagement gaps and opportunities, create personalized recognition strategies that resonate with volunteers, and connect volunteerism to the donor pipeline, transforming alumni involvement into impactful giving. Through case studies, discussions, and actionable exercises, you’ll leave equipped to build a volunteer program that not only engages but also fosters a culture of giving. Ready to transform volunteerism into philanthropy? This session is for you.
Speakers: Madison Vaughn, Assistant Director, Volunteerism, Purdue for Life Foundation
Competencies: Business and Financial AcumenStrategic Thinking