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Key Decision Makers Pre-Conference Forum

Advancement decision makers face unique challenges, especially in the current economy. This intense, highly collaborative pre-conference workshop engages advancement leaders at colleges, universities, community colleges or independent schools, inspiring new approaches and and exchanging ideas that work. The daylong workshop is set for Sunday, but registration includes a kick-off "sunset" reception with presidents and heads of schools on Saturday evening.

KEY DECISION MAKERS WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Saturday, Feb. 20

5:30 - 6:30 p.m. — Sunset Reception
Guests: Presidents and Heads of Schools, Key Decision Makers participants

2:45-3:45 p.m. – Plenary Session II
"Gen Y Impact on Advancement: Managing a 4-Generation Workplace and Connecting the Generation"
The current-day reality of four generations in the workplace has major implications for recruiting, developing and retaining staff. Office interactions across generational lines -- official and unofficial -- are more complex; and expectations of what is needed, required, and expected vary widely between various generations of workers. Jason Dorsey will enlighten and forearm attendees with knowledge and ideas on how to manage a multi-generational staff.

Speaker: Jason Dorsey, The “Gen Y Guy”  (Check out his Web site! > ) 

3:45-4:00 p.m. – Wrap-up and evaluation; suggestions for 2011 workshop

Newcomers to Advancement Pre-conference (0-3 years in advancement)

8 – 8:30 a.m.        Continental Breakfast 

Emerging Leaders Pre Conference

Moving up in advancement takes leadership skills, but where, exactly, do you acquire them? (Glad you asked ... right this way.) Join us for this brand-new one-day workshop as we bring you insights, tips, and advice from successful veterans. Leave with the skills that will help you become an effective, respected leader.

EMERGING LEADERS WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

8-8:45 – Continental Breakfast

8:45-10:30 – Leading Where It Counts
Research indicates there are 9 leadership behaviors that individuals use in their leadership styles and that lay the foundation for extraordinary success. These behaviors center around vision, story, listening, empathy, values, institutional ego, and risk taking. In this session we'll explore these behaviors and discuss leadership in fundraising and beyond. We'll take an in depth look at leaders in higher education and what leadership skills that use to be successful in moving institutions of higher learning forward. A focus on leaders such as Rita Bornstein, President Emeritus, Rollins University; Freeman Hrabowski, President of University of Maryland, Baltimore County; John Casteen, President of University of Virginia; and Gordon Gee, President of Ohio State University will provide a framework for reviewing concepts on transactional leadership, transformational leadership, and transformative leadership. This session promises to challenge your current paradigm of leadership and move you one step closer to realizing your full leadership potential in advancement.
SPEAKER: William D. Nicholson II, Ph.D., Senior Vice President for External Relations, Glenville State College

10:30-10:45 — Break

10:45-11:45 — Projecting Leadership
Perhaps you are strategizing your move to the executive team, maybe you're already there. How do you project and nurture a leadership persona that builds respect and leads to future growth? What moves should you make (or not) to become an integral, trusted member of your school's executive team? A true "sage" of District III will share wisdom, insights, and pointers gained from many years as a leader in our profession.
SPEAKER: Frank Bush, Executive Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Coker College and Member, CASE Board of Trustees  

Noon-1:15 – Lunch

1:15-2:15 – Become a Thought Leader and Team Builder
Break down the silos and build cohesion among your campus organizations and the development department.  You can lead these important stakeholders toward shared goals with a fundamental shift mindset.
SPEAKER: George P. Watt, Jr., Executive Vice President, Institutional Advancement and Executive Director, College of Charleston Foundation .

2:15-3:00 – Motivating People
A top priority to maintain your institution’s efficiency is keeping staff and volunteer motivation high. By understanding key factors of motivation, learn how to pioneer creative strategies to increase productivity within your organization. Best practices and motivators that capture results — including a greater level of commitment and enthusiasm from your team — will be exampled through case studies and personal experiences. Aim to overcome obstacles that lower staff and volunteer motivation as we walk through tactics to enhance the overall success of your institution!
SPEAKER: Timothy M. Winkler Sr., CFRE, Principal, Winkler Consulting Group

3:00-3:45 – Ethics
A session all about making the responsible choices for your school, program, staff, and self.
SPEAKER: Timothy C. Caboni, Ph.D., Associate Dean for External Relations & Professional Education, Vanderbilt University

3:45-4:45 – Polished Personal Presentation
Planning to move up the ladder of success? So is everyone else! Set yourself apart from the crowd and get the edge on your competition with polished personal skills. How you present yourself does make a difference! Get ready to be successful by learning how to project confidence and authority, including the basics of contemporary business etiquette, how to run an effective meeting, and how to dress professionally.
SPEAKER: April L. Harris, Associate Vice President, University Advancement, The University of Alabama in Huntsville 

OPENING PLENARY SESSION: Bridging Generations

Jason Dorsey, the "Gen Y Expert" talks about how to forge strong working relationships among people of different generations. A must-see for professionals in any area of advancement. This session alone is worth attending "Ingenuity." Visit Jason's site >

Winter Olympics Reception

Cue the fanfare: We'll have delicious food and drink, big-screen TVs, and more than a few "competitive" activities in The Ingenuity Lab (aka Exhibit Hall). This is one Olympics you'll always remember.

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