Wednesday, December 7, 2011

The Pines Manor
2085 Lincoln Highway
Edison, NJ 08817

8am - 1pm
Free Admission

 

Keynote Presentation:
Using Social Media to Protect and Promote Your Organization

By Chris Rosica, Author of The Authentic Brand and The Business of Cause Marketing

Breakout Sessions (Choose Two):

The conference will provide you with the opportunity to choose two out of the four Breakout Sessions while also allowing for a Hot Buffet Breakfast and Intermission in between to network.
 

Breakout Session 1:
Joining Forces for Increased Impact:
The Power of Collaboration

Moderator, Mary Jo Buchanan, Assistant County Administrator-Morris County

Panelists include:
Cynthia (Cindy) Villarosa, Chief Professional Officer, United Way of Northern New Jersey
Patrice Picard, Executive Director, Family Service of Morris County
Kenneth Grounds, a consultant with extensive experience in bringing nonprofits together

Public and private sector funders are encouraging nonprofits to find ways to collaborate as a strategy for increasing efficiency and programmatic impact. This panel provides a variety of perspectives on the potential benefits of various forms of collaboration.
 

Breakout Session 2: 
Marketing Your Not-For-Profit Brand

Moderator, Chris Rosica

Panelists include:
Stephanie Conley, Executive Director of Dress for Success
Major Vicky Berry, Salvation Army
Todd Schmidt, Managing Director of Paper Mill Playhouse

To thrive in the current environment, not-for-profits must develop strategies for developing their image. This panel brings a variety of perspectives to this important subject.
 

Breakout Session 3: 
Gaining a Competitive Advantage
Through Financial Reporting
(Finance People Who Participate Will Earn CPE Credits)

Panelists include:
Ron Matan, CPA, Partner in Charge, Nonprofit Practices Group, Sobel & Company
Bridget Hartnett, CPA, Partner, Nonprofit Practices Group, Sobel & Company

The creative nonprofit recognizes that financial reporting is not just a necessary evil; it provides opportunities for enhancing their image. These representatives of Sobel & Co. are experienced in helping organizations see the possibilities.
 

Breakout Session 4: 
Fundraising in a Competitive Environment

Moderator, Nancy Albilal, VP for Development for the Foundation Center

Panelists include:
Dale Anglin, Program Officer, Victoria Foundation
Shauwea Hamilton, Manager of Community Affairs, PSE&G Foundation
Donna Blaze, CEO, Affordable Housing Alliance
Mary Alice Breuninger, Development Officer, the Independent College Fund

Representatives of a private foundation, a corporate foundation, and two very different kinds of grant seeking organizations will address the challenges and the opportunities of raising funds in today’s environment.
 

Early Registration:

Choose the two Breakout Sessions you would like to attend and register with:
Yeimi Rendon
Call: 973.924.2954
Email: yrendon@myinvestorsbank.com by Thursday, December 1, 2011.