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District V Annual Conference 2025
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2:45 PM - 3:45 PM CT
Welcome Aboard! Now what? Onboarding new fundraisers to set them up for success
New fundraisers, whether new to the profession entirely, new to your organization, or new to a discipline or role, can feel like they don't receive enough guidance, direction, and onboarding from their supervisors, mentors, and peers. This session provides practical, clearly defined suggestions for setting up your new fundraisers for success from Day 1! Learn the most important elements of onboarding a new staff member to ensure that they understand your organization and their role.
Speakers: Theresa Law, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Indiana Institute of Technology
Competencies: LeadershipIndustry or Sector Expertise
Experience Level: Level 3All Levels
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM CT
Making Milestones: How Two Schools Brought New Life through Reunion and a Sesquicentennial
How can you elevate cherished alumni traditions and allow room for fresh experiences? Learn how Denison University reimagined its reunion experience with enhanced technology, fresh programming, and record-breaking participation. Explore how Macalester College brought its 150th anniversary to life, connecting a global alumni base with fresh twists on existing programming, new ways of storytelling, and ample opportunities to celebrate. Join us to learn about the process from concept creation through execution including planning, communication, events, and more. You’ll walk away with actionable insights and ideas to help you transform your own campus events into unforgettable celebrations.
Speakers: Catie Gardner Smith, AVP of Engagement, Macalester College, Alyssa Smith, Sr. Assoc. Dir. of Mkt. & Comm. Alumni & Family Engagement, Denison University, Samantha Smith, Sr. Assoc. Dir. of Advancement Events, Denison University, Erin Updike, Director of Alumni Engagement, Macalester College
Competencies: Relationship BuildingIndustry or Sector Expertise
Experience Level: All Levels