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Road Map to Advancement, 20–21 April

The Road Map to Advancement aims to provide those new to the profession or early career professionals with essential fundamentals of advancement. Using a condensed but integrated approach, this two-day session will draw from a variety of key topics that will equip delegates with a solid base of knowledge on advancement.

Important Note: This will run concurrently with the Schools Programme (20-21 April) and Leadership Forum (21 April). 

Programme

8 a.m.
Registration

8:30 a.m.
Welcome

8:45 a.m.
The Big Picture: The Dynamic World of Advancement
Simone Garske, CFRE, CEO, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Foundation
Ken Gideon, Director (Alumni), University of Southern Queensland

  • What advancement really means and why it matters
  • The interconnectivity of advancement disciplines - integral to institutional success
  • Current and emerging trends in advancement

9:45 a.m.
Coffee and Conversations

10:15 a.m.
Philanthropy 101
Liza Boffen-Yordanov, CFRE, Chief Development Officer and Executive Director, Development Office, Nanyang Technological University

  • What are the emerging issues in advancement philanthropy
  • What are the current trends in philanthropy

11:15 a.m.
Communications in Advancement
Mark Schroder, Development Strategist, The University of Queensland

  • Why is communication so important to advancement
  • Key communication issues in advancement (privacy, frequency, university-wide coordination, etc)

12:15 p.m.
Networking Lunch

1:15 p.m.
Speed Mentoring
Share ideas, get career advice, or simply build your networking confidence. This structured fast-paced session gives you 1:1 time with your fellow delegates and experienced practitioners.

Mentors:
Janice Carruthers Director, Advancement Services and Operations, The Australian National University
Dickson Lim, Director, Individual Philanthropy Services, Asia-Pacific, BNP Wealth Management Singapore
Louise McCarthy, Director, Alumni & Operations, Swinburne University of Technology

3:15 p.m.
Coffee and Conversations

3:45 p.m.
Group Discussions: Working with Others in Your Institution
Facilitated by Felicity Gouldthorp, Director, Campaigns, The Australian National University and Lindsay Robinson, Director of Development (Talent Development, Major and Planned Giving), The University of Sydney

  • Case studies on alumni relations, development and advancement services/operations working together for more effective outcomes

4:45 p.m.
Day 1 Wrap-up Session and Q&A with Co-Chairs

5 p.m.
End of the day


CASE reserves the right to change the programme without prior notice.

9 a.m.
Alumni Relations 101
Louise McCarthy, Director, Alumni & Operations, Swinburne University of Technology

  • What are the main issues in alumni relations in advancement
  • What are the current trends in alumni relations

10 a.m.
Coffee and Conversations

10:30 a.m.
The Importance of Advancement Services
Joanna Watts, Director of Operations, The University of Melbourne

  • Why measure success
  • What do we measure and how
  • How do we use these measurements and data to get better outcomes

11:30 a.m.
From Networking to Building and Nurturing Relationships
Jimmy Buck, Chief Advancement Officer, Deakin University

  • Why is this critical for frontline work
  • Proactive and strategic approach to networking and relationship management

12:30 p.m.
Networking Lunch

1:30 p.m.
Ethics in Advancement
Jon Paparsenos, Vice President, Philanthropy & CEO, UNSW Foundation, UNSW Sydney

  • Privacy, gift acceptance dilemmas
  • Institutional reputation management

2:30 p.m.
Coffee and Conversations

3 p.m.
Your Career Journey in Advancement
Jimmy Buck, Chief Advancement Officer, Deakin University
Anneke Burlinson, Manager, Advancement Operations, Murdoch University
Jarrod Fernandez, Head, Communications (Development Office), Nanyang Technological University
Dickson Lim, Director, Individual Philanthropy Services, Asia-Pacific, BNP Wealth Management Singapore
Moderated by Simone Garske, CFRE, CEO, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Foundation

Join our seasoned practitioners and advancement leaders for a dynamic discussion on their career journey. Get inspired by their success stories and get tips on how to overcome challenges of being advancement professionals! Come with your questions and get practical career advice!

4:30 p.m.
Day 2 Wrap-up and Closing Session with Co-Chairs

5 p.m.
End of Road Map to Advancement
Depart for APAC Reception

5:30 p.m.
APAC Reception
SKAI Suites, Level 69, Swissotel The Stamford
2 Stamford Road

7:30 p.m.
End of reception
Return to hotel


CASE reserves the right to change the programme without prior notice.