Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit Presentation Submissions

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The Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit 2025 Request for Proposal submission period is open from January 27, 2025, through March 28, 2025. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by April 18, 2025.

Possible opportunities may include:

  We are seeking proposals that align with the Summit's focus on:

1. Embracing Change
   • Strategies for adapting to societal, economic, and technological shifts.
   • Case studies on navigating uncertainty and transforming challenges into opportunities.
   • Practical tools for managing organizational change and fostering resilience.

1. Driving Innovation
   • Exploring creative solutions to complex issues in the nonprofit sector.
   • Leveraging digital tools, storytelling, and innovative partnerships to increase impact.
   • Highlighting cutting-edge trends and best practices for nonprofit leaders.

1. Preparing for the Future
   • Insights into long-term planning, sustainability, and equity.
   • Preparing organizations for technological advancements and future workforce demands.
   • Strategies for building resilient and future-ready nonprofits.

• Advocacy
• Board Governance
• Finance / Accounting
• Human Resources / DEI
• Information Technology
• Leadership / Management
• Marketing / Communications / Fundraising
• Volunteer Management

 We encourage proposals for:

• Interactive Workshops: Hands-on sessions designed to engage participants in skill-building and collaborative problem-solving.
• Panel Discussions: Diverse perspectives on key issues, featuring multiple speakers sharing expertise and insights.
• Case Studies: Presentations of real-world examples showcasing innovative approaches or lessons learned.
• Roundtables: Facilitated discussions encouraging dialogue and idea-sharing among attendees.

 Proposals should include:

• Session title and format.
• A brief description (150-200 words) summarizing the session's objectives,  relevance to the themes, and key takeaways for attendees.
• Target audience (e.g., nonprofit executives, program managers, development professionals).
• Speaker(s) bio(s) highlighting relevant experience and expertise.

 Proposals should include:

1. Brief biography highlighting your relevant experience
2. Brief summary of your proposed presentation
3. Any supporting materials (e.g., previous speaking engagements, publications)

 All proposals must be submitted by March 28, 2024, and selected presenters will be notified by April 18, 2024.

• Presenters are welcome to submit more than one proposal for different sessions.
• In our commitment to maintaining accessible ticket prices, we cannot pay conference presenters except those delivering keynote speeches.
• As a token of our appreciation, presenters and co-presenters, including those participating in panels, will be exempt from any conference registration fees for the day(s) of their presentation(s).

Contact Bryce Lord, Associate Director, HBI at [email protected].