2/13/17 – Orlando, FL
Looking to up your fundraising game in 2017?
Register now for BloomCon, a unique conference for nonprofit fundraisers, consultants and Bloomerang users. Our guest speakers will share the latest research and best practices that will help you unlock the potential of your development superpowers! Attendees will also get an overview of whatâs new with Bloomerang (and what you can expect in the coming year).
Donât miss this opportunity to network with peers, share new ideas and unwind in sunny Orlando, Florida! Out-of-town visitors can book a discounted room in our block at the beautiful Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Launch Cause, the first co-working space in Indianapolis dedicated to nonprofits.
You don’t have to be a Bloomerang user to attend!
Speakers
Tom Ahern
Tom Ahern is considered one of North Americaâs leading authorities on donor communications. He specializes in bequest marketing, donor communications evaluations, direct mail, newsletter interventions and case statements for big-ticket campaigns. Each year, he delivers dozens of workshops on the techniques of (and psychology behind) effective fundraising communications.Session – The Big Diff: Writing for Digital – Digital is different. For one thing, it can move and speak (video). For another, it’s action-oriented: people click a lot; they read very little. Tom will cover today’s best practices in this ever-evolving world.Simone Joyaux, ACFRE, Adv Dip
Simone Joyaux, ACFRE, Adv Dip, is the Principle of Joyaux Associates and an internationally recognized leader and author in the nonprofit sector. She teaches in the graduate program for philanthropy at Saint Maryâs University, in Minneapolis, USA. Her books include Keep Your Donors, Strategic Fund Development and Firing Lousy Board Members. Currently she chairs the Board of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England and chairs the advisory board of the Hartsook Centre for Sustainable Philanthropy at Plymouth University in the UK.Session – Building Relationships with Donors by Creating Extraordinary Experiences – Donors are leaving. Research shows that retention worldwide is scandalously low. But it doesnât have to be this way. You can fix it! Simone will explain how to build donor loyalty through relationship building.
Kivi Leroux Miller
Kivi Leroux Miller is the founder of Nonprofit Marketing Guide.com and the award-winning author of two books, âThe Nonprofit Marketing Guide: High-Impact, Low-Cost Ways to Build Support for Your Good Causeâ and âContent Marketing for Nonprofits: A Communications Map for Engaging Your Community, Becoming a Favorite Cause, and Raising More Money.â She is also a certified executive coach. Thousands of nonprofits in all 50 U.S. states, across Canada, and in more than 30 countries have participated in Kiviâs trainings.
Session – The 4 Types of Nonprofit Communications Teams: Making the Best Choice for Your Nonprofit – Using brand new data from more than 1,100 nonprofits, Kivi will explore the strengths and weaknesses of each model.
Rachel Muir, CFRE
An expert consultant, trainer and presenter with over 20 yearsâ fundraising experience, Rachel current serves as the Vice President of Training Services at Pursuant. A winner of Oprah Winfreyâs Use Your Life Award, Rachel is a three-time finalist for Ernst & Youngâs Entrepreneur of the Year Award, was named âOutstanding Fundraising Executive of the Yearâ by AFP, and one of Fast Company Magazines âFast 50 Champions of Innovationâ.Session – Prospecting: Find High Capacity Prospects Hiding in Plain Sight – Are you missing donors with the capacity and interest to do more? Rachel will help you discover insights to uncover your hidden gems and grow them into major gifts.
Ross Hendrickson
Ross Hendrickson is a Co-Founder and COO at Bloomerang. He graduated with a B.S. in Economics & Engineering Science from Vanderbilt University. Ross spent five years with eTapestry and later Blackbaud as an Account Executive and Business Analyst. Later, he served as Product Manager for Bostech Corporation and Avectra.
Session – Bloomerang Roadmap – Ross will give an overview of recent changes to Bloomerang and look ahead to 2017’s planned innovations.
Location
Schedule
- Sunday 2/12/17
- Arrival and dinner on your own
- 8pm – Cocktail reception at Renaissance Orlando
- Monday 2/13/17
- 8am â Registration / Breakfast / Networking
- 9am â Simone Joyaux, ACFRE, Adv Dip
- 10:15am â Break
- 10:30am â Ross Hendrickson, Bloomerang
- 11:30am â Lunch
- 12:15pm â Rachel Muir, CFRE
- 1:15pm â Break
- 1:30pm â Kivi Leroux Miller
- 2:45pm â Break
- 3:00pm â Tom Ahern
- 4:30pm â Wrap-up & Farewells
Sponsors
Firespring
Firespring is a website and marketing company dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations increase awareness of their mission and enhance communications with constituents.
DonorSearch
DonorSearch provides wealth and philanthropy screening services, analytics, and fundraising solutions to nonprofits.
Aplos
Aplos makes it simple to manage nonprofit financials with their web-based solutions for fund accounting, online donations and financial reporting.
Pursuant
Pursuant is a technology-driven fundraising agency dedicated to helping nonprofits achieve results through data, strategy, and creative services.
Qgiv
Take donations on your site, directly to your bank account and in your own name. Qgiv can help your organization reach the next generation of donors.
Looking to up your fundraising game in 2017?
Register now for BloomCon, a unique conference for nonprofit fundraisers, consultants and Bloomerang users. Our guest speakers will share the latest research and best practices that will help you unlock the potential of your development superpowers! Attendees will also get an overview of whatâs new with Bloomerang (and what you can expect in the coming year).
Donât miss this opportunity to network with peers, share new ideas and unwind in sunny Orlando, Florida! Out-of-town visitors can book a discounted room in our block at the beautiful Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Launch Cause, the first co-working space in Indianapolis dedicated to nonprofits.
You don’t have to be a Bloomerang user to attend!
Speakers
Tom Ahern
Simone Joyaux, ACFRE, Adv Dip
Kivi Leroux Miller
Kivi Leroux Miller is the founder of Nonprofit Marketing Guide.com and the award-winning author of two books, âThe Nonprofit Marketing Guide: High-Impact, Low-Cost Ways to Build Support for Your Good Causeâ and âContent Marketing for Nonprofits: A Communications Map for Engaging Your Community, Becoming a Favorite Cause, and Raising More Money.â She is also a certified executive coach. Thousands of nonprofits in all 50 U.S. states, across Canada, and in more than 30 countries have participated in Kiviâs trainings.
Session – The 4 Types of Nonprofit Communications Teams: Making the Best Choice for Your Nonprofit – Using brand new data from more than 1,100 nonprofits, Kivi will explore the strengths and weaknesses of each model.
Rachel Muir, CFRE
Session – Prospecting: Find High Capacity Prospects Hiding in Plain Sight – Are you missing donors with the capacity and interest to do more? Rachel will help you discover insights to uncover your hidden gems and grow them into major gifts.
Ross Hendrickson
Ross Hendrickson is a Co-Founder and COO at Bloomerang. He graduated with a B.S. in Economics & Engineering Science from Vanderbilt University. Ross spent five years with eTapestry and later Blackbaud as an Account Executive and Business Analyst. Later, he served as Product Manager for Bostech Corporation and Avectra.
Session – Bloomerang Roadmap – Ross will give an overview of recent changes to Bloomerang and look ahead to 2017’s planned innovations.
Location
Schedule
- Sunday 2/12/17
- Arrival and dinner on your own
- 8pm – Cocktail reception at Renaissance Orlando
- Monday 2/13/17
- 8am â Registration / Breakfast / Networking
- 9am â Simone Joyaux, ACFRE, Adv Dip
- 10:15am â Break
- 10:30am â Ross Hendrickson, Bloomerang
- 11:30am â Lunch
- 12:15pm â Rachel Muir, CFRE
- 1:15pm â Break
- 1:30pm â Kivi Leroux Miller
- 2:45pm â Break
- 3:00pm â Tom Ahern
- 4:30pm â Wrap-up & Farewells
Sponsors
Firespring
Firespring is a website and marketing company dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations increase awareness of their mission and enhance communications with constituents.
DonorSearch
DonorSearch provides wealth and philanthropy screening services, analytics, and fundraising solutions to nonprofits.
Aplos
Aplos makes it simple to manage nonprofit financials with their web-based solutions for fund accounting, online donations and financial reporting.
Pursuant
Pursuant is a technology-driven fundraising agency dedicated to helping nonprofits achieve results through data, strategy, and creative services.
Qgiv
Take donations on your site, directly to your bank account and in your own name. Qgiv can help your organization reach the next generation of donors.