1st Annual Mohawk Valley Nonprofit Symposium

Next is proud to present the 1st Annual Mohawk Valley Nonprofit Symposium on Wednesday, May 22nd at Herkimer College.

What: This is a day of learning and collaboration for all change makers in Herkimer, Oneida, and Otsego counties! The 2023 event had representatives from 37 local nonprofit organizations from Herkimer County in attendance. This year, expect even stronger attendance from a larger geographic area for the event.

Who: The Nonprofit Symposium is designed for everyone who plays a part in the nonprofit sector. Whether you are deeply involved in nonprofit work or looking to make your first step into this meaningful world, let’s collaborate, learn, and grow for a better tomorrow. Executive Directors, CEO’s, Board Members, Executive Leadership Teams, Staff, Emerging Leaders, Donors, and Supporters are all welcome and encouraged to attend.

Why: This symposium is a chance for nonprofit members and their supporters to collaborate, exchange ideas, enhance skills, and tackle challenges together. By participating, you’ll leave better prepared to advance your organization’s mission effectively.

Where: Herkimer College, 100 Reservoir Road, Herkimer NY 13350

Mohawk Valley Symposium Event Schedule

• 8 a.m.: Registration, Light Breakfast and Networking
• 9 a.m.: Keynote Speaker- Heather Hage, CEO of Griffiss Institute
• 10 a.m.: Breakout Sessions
• 11 a.m.: Breakout Sessions
• 12 p.m.: Lunch
• 1 p.m: Breakout Sessions
• 2 p.m: Breakout Sessions
• 3 p.m: Keynote Close- Joshua Noble, Actor, Producer, Author
• 4 p.m – 6 p.m: Networking and Happy Hour

Breakout Sessions:

Boardroom Blitz: Mastering Governance & Compliance

Joshua B. Toas, JD, CCEP, CECEP-I, CHRC, CFE Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at Research Foundation for SUNY

Teamwork Tango: Harmonizing Nonprofit Collaboration

Steve Bulger, President, and CEO, Integrated Community Alternatives Network ICAN

Impact Odyssey: Measuring the Unmeasurable

Katie Drake, Director of Operations, Daneli Partners & Paul Muench, President, Daneli Partners

Navigating the Universe of Guidelines: Grant Writing

Bruce Brodsky, Adjunct Faculty Instructor, Utica University

Future Forward- What Now? Who’s Next?: Succession Planning

Dave Casullo, Founder, CEO, and Author, Daneli Partners & Jenna Sullivan, Director of Administration, Daneli Partners

Tech Haven: Mohawk Valley Gives

Expert help navigating the technology of MV Gives by Representatives from the Community Foundation

Register today

To register for this event please visit https://mohawkvalleynonprofitsymposium.splashthat.com/