Description
Nonprofits are vital to our community, but are they ready for the rapid transition of emerging technologies? Join SOTS 2023 LIVE as we unveil the essential insights from the 2023 Nonprofit State of the Sector Research, guiding nonprofits toward a digital, secure, and prosperous tomorrow.Highlights:
Discover the key findings of the research, from the changes in the fundraising landscape, digital capabilities, and cybersecurity readiness and more.
Digital Capabilities:
Discover cutting-edge strategies to harness the power of technology and elevate your organisation's impact. Learn how to leverage digital tools, data analytics, and online platforms to engage with your audience and streamline operations effectively.
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy:
Safeguard your nonprofit's valuable data and donors' trust in an increasingly interconnected world. Gain expert knowledge on regulation changes that may impact your organisation and tips to fortify your cybersecurity defences and adhere to best data privacy practices to protect your organisation and your stakeholders.
Fundraising Opportunities:
Uncover innovative fundraising approaches that go beyond traditional methods. Explore new donor acquisition, engagement, and retention avenues, maximising your fundraising potential and ensuring sustainable financial growth.
Emerging Technologies:
Embrace the future of nonprofits by exploring groundbreaking technologies like AI and cryptocurrency. Learn how these revolutionary tools can revolutionise your operations, outreach, and financial transactions.
Industry Expert Panelists:
Josh Murchie:
Cofounder of Little Phil, 6+ years of Nonprofit & Emerging Technology experience, Josh was previously a Fellow of the Yunus Centre and Teacher of Digital Innovation at Griffith University. Josh and littlephil.org have been featured at global technology conferences and were recently awarded Gold Coast Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Griffith University Young Alumni of the Year. Josh provides executive training and advisory services for emerging technologies and strategic planning to both for-profit and nonprofit leaders.
Professor David Gilchrest:
For over 30 years, Professor David Gilchrist has held many senior roles in the not-for-profit, commercial and public sectors. Most recently, he held the role of Assistant Auditor General in Western Australia. Before that, he taught accounting and finance at the London School of Economics and Portsmouth University in the UK and Curtin University and Edith Cowan University in Australia. He was the Foundation Director of the Curtin Not-for-profit Initiative for five years. He held the position of Associate Dean of the School of Business at the University of Notre Dame Australia, where he was an adjunct professor of Not-for-profit Leadership. He is currently a Visiting Professor and Research Chief Investigator in NFP Studies at the NFPO Research Centre, Hebei GEO University, and Peoples’ Republic of China.
Nigel Harris OAM:
Nigel Harris is an established and recognised non-profit sector leader with a strong focus on fundraising and philanthropy. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Nigel is one of Australia’s most experienced and successful health foundation CEOs and a respected advisor to organisational leaders, fundraising executives, and donors.
Charlotte Sangster:
Charlotte Sangster is professional fundraiser, NFP CEO an advocate for diversity and inclusion! She is passionate about developing impactful organisational strategies, and strong partnerships for the benefit of our community.
In her current role as the CEO of Muscular Dystrophy NSW and Executive Committee Member of the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia, she is committed to transforming passion into action!
Her journey with MDNSW started in 2017. Since then, she has steered the organisation and her amazing team through multiple complex transitions. From the implementation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme and withdrawal of state government funding for disability services to the unprecedented challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic she’s seen it all. Through strategic decision-making and resource management, she has successfully positioned MDNSW in a robust financial position as they now embark on an exciting new chapter of development.
Our distinguished panel of industry experts and thought leaders will provide their opinions on the research findings and actionable recommendations for your nonprofit's growth and success. Be a part of this unique opportunity to network, collaborate, and pave the way for a stronger, tech-savvy nonprofit sector.
Positions are limited; register now! Together, let's build a brighter, more impactful future for all.
| Period | 6 Sept 2023 |
|---|---|
| Event title | State of the sector 2023 Panel Discussion |
| Event type | Seminar |
| Location | Golcd Coast, Australia, QueenslandShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | National |