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SUMMARY:Software Selection 101
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: \nSelecting Software 101 provides a 7 step process to successfully select and implement new software at a non-profit.  Participants will learn how to do each step of the process including identifying who to involve\, how to identify what the requirements are\, how to compare options\, and how to successfully implement or migrate to a new software solution.  Lessons learned about how to avoid being derailed\, ending up with software that is not used\, and being too optimistic on the effort needed will be shared.  While many of the examples involve donor management and member management systems as well as online marketing software\, these steps can apply to any type of software solution.\nParticipants do not need to have any technology experience. Content is intended for those with limited to no experience with selecting and implementing software.\nAbout the Presenter: Amy Conard\nAmy Conard assists non-profits to create technology roadmaps\, make software selection decisions\, and implement software into their organizations.  Amy helps these organizations leverage technology to become more efficient and effective so they can spend more time on their mission.\nAmy has worked in Information Technology for almost 30 years\, primarily in large corporate environments and with both software development and implementation of packaged software.  Areas of focus include data and analytics\, security and access control\, and business to business systems.  A year and a half ago\, she transitioned to focus on supporting non-profits with their technology and software needs.  She is on the Board of Directors and Chair of the Technology Committee for Spirit of St. Louis Women’s Fund and regularly volunteers with several non-profits.  
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/software-selection-101/
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
CATEGORIES:Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T130000
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SUMMARY:You're On Mute:  Navigating the 'New Normal' with Virtual Teams
DESCRIPTION:Our January virtual program will feature a panel presentation from business leaders who are managing teams that work fully remote\, or a hybrid of in-person and remote. How do these dynamics impact internal communications and morale? The panel will discuss strategies for conflict resolution\, authentic connections\, and productivity for teams that are no longer all in the same room.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/youre-on-mute-navigating-the-new-normal-with-virtual-teams/
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
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SUMMARY:Beyond Virtual Facilitation: How to Maximize Engagement and Tackle Wicked Problems in Your Virtual Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on training where you will learn the virtual facilitation tools\, tips\, and tricks needed to build trust\, spark ideas\, and foster collaboration in your virtual meetings.\nWith so much of the world moving online and the inability to predict what the future holds\, we cannot keep postponing these critical conversations and difficult decisions for the next in-person opportunity.\nWhether you plan to put these skills to use in your next board meeting\, strategic planning retreat\, or town hall discussion\, we will provide you a step-by-step guide to plan\, prepare\, and facilitate your next virtual meeting.\nDuring This Nonprofit Webinar You Will Learn: \n\nHow to determine the purpose and set reasonable goals for a virtual meeting\nHow to invite the right participants to achieve your goals\nHow to prepare everyone (including yourself) for an impactful virtual meeting\nHow to master the basics of virtual facilitation to maximize engagement\nHow to tackle the hard stuff: difficult dialogues and wicked problems\nHow to move things forward after the virtual meeting ends\n\nYou’ll Get These BONUS Materials: \n\nThe Webinar Slides\nThe Webinar Recording\n\nThis is also NOT about investing in expensive software or learning an entirely new platform. This is about fully utilizing  the best facilitation tool out there – you.\nYes\, you can have deep complex\, layered\, nuanced discussions online –  but only with careful planning and preparation.\nBy the end of this 45-minute free webinar you will walk away with tools\, tips\, and tricks needed to master difficult dialogues and tackle wicked problems.\nCaliopy is specifically qualified to teach this webinar because: \n\nShe is a certified trainer in Intercultural Communication\, and has facilitated high-stakes trainings\, workshops\, and meetings for organizations in 60+ countries around the world.\nShe is actively coaching leaders in the COVID-19 era to increase essential skills in facilitating effective and engaging virtual meetings.\nShe is a practitioner as well as a scholar\, who makes the best research in social psychology and anthropology immediately actionable and applicable to your nonprofit.\n\nAbout Your Topic Expert:\nCaliopy Glaros helps mission-driven organizations connect their stakeholders through travel\, storytelling\, and virtual engagement. As a consultant for Philanthropy without Borders\, she works with organizations to create impactful virtual and in-person opportunities for donors to connect directly to the programs they support. After years of consulting nonprofits whose donors have limited in-person access to the mission-related work (such as humanitarian aid and environmental conservation groups)\, she developed tools and strategies to help them create virtual experiences that enhance participation and bring donors closer to the mission. In addition to her extensive research\, writing\, and speaking\, she provides group training\, meeting facilitation\, individual coaching\, and project consulting on mass market communications\, one-on-one stewardship\, events\, site-visits\, tours\, and travel programs. Caliopy has an academic background in Anthropology and Adult Learning\, is a certified trainer in Intercultural Communication\, and the Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, Access (IDEA) Chair of the Oregon and SW Washington Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.\nIf You Register and Cannot Attend\, You Will Get the Webinar Recording\, Slides and Bonus Materials.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/beyond-virtual-facilitation-how-to-maximize-engagement-and-tackle-wicked-problems-in-your-virtual-meetings/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20200527T154407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T154407Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Virtual Facilitation: How to Maximize Engagement and Tackle Problems in Your Virtual Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on training where you will learn the virtual facilitation tools\, tips\, and tricks needed to build trust\, spark ideas\, and foster collaboration in your virtual meetings.\nWith so much of the world moving online and the inability to predict what the future holds\, we cannot keep postponing these critical conversations and difficult decisions for the next in-person opportunity.\nWhether you plan to put these skills to use in your next board meeting\, strategic planning retreat\, or town hall discussion\, we will provide you a step-by-step guide to plan\, prepare\, and facilitate your next virtual meeting.\nDuring This Nonprofit Webinar You Will Learn: \n\nHow to determine the purpose and set reasonable goals for a virtual meeting\nHow to invite the right participants to achieve your goals\nHow to prepare everyone (including yourself) for an impactful virtual meeting\nHow to master the basics of virtual facilitation to maximize engagement\nHow to tackle the hard stuff: difficult dialogues and wicked problems\nHow to move things forward after the virtual meeting ends\n\nYou’ll Get These BONUS Materials: \n\nThe Webinar Slides\nThe Webinar Recording\n\nThis is also NOT about investing in expensive software or learning an entirely new platform. This is about fully utilizing  the best facilitation tool out there – you.\nYes\, you can have deep complex\, layered\, nuanced discussions online –  but only with careful planning and preparation.\nBy the end of this 45-minute free webinar you will walk away with tools\, tips\, and tricks needed to master difficult dialogues and tackle wicked problems.\nCaliopy is specifically qualified to teach this webinar because: \n\nShe is a certified trainer in Intercultural Communication\, and has facilitated high-stakes trainings\, workshops\, and meetings for organizations in 60+ countries around the world.\nShe is actively coaching leaders in the COVID-19 era to increase essential skills in facilitating effective and engaging virtual meetings.\nShe is a practitioner as well as a scholar\, who makes the best research in social psychology and anthropology immediately actionable and applicable to your nonprofit.\n\nAbout Your Topic Expert:\nCaliopy Glaros helps mission-driven organizations connect their stakeholders through travel\, storytelling\, and virtual engagement. As a consultant for Philanthropy without Borders\, she works with organizations to create impactful virtual and in-person opportunities for donors to connect directly to the programs they support. After years of consulting nonprofits whose donors have limited in-person access to the mission-related work (such as humanitarian aid and environmental conservation groups)\, she developed tools and strategies to help them create virtual experiences that enhance participation and bring donors closer to the mission. In addition to her extensive research\, writing\, and speaking\, she provides group training\, meeting facilitation\, individual coaching\, and project consulting on mass market communications\, one-on-one stewardship\, events\, site-visits\, tours\, and travel programs. Caliopy has an academic background in Anthropology and Adult Learning\, is a certified trainer in Intercultural Communication\, and the Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, Access (IDEA) Chair of the Oregon and SW Washington Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.\nIf You Register and Cannot Attend\, You Will Get the Webinar Recording\, Slides and Bonus Materials.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/beyond-virtual-facilitation-how-to-maximize-engagement-and-tackle-problems-in-your-virtual-meetings/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20200430T132010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T132010Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Engagement: How to Create Participatory Virtual Experiences that Keep your Donors Engaged in Times of Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on training where you will learn how to create participatory virtual experiences for your supporters.\nWorried that the cancellation of your in-person experiences (events\, meetings\, tours\, performances\, and trips) will lead to lost donations and connections?\nWondering what else to do besides update your donors and ask for money?\nCOVID-19 is creating an urgent need for human connection in a time when virtual experiences are the only option – and connection is only created through participation.  It’s time to dial up your virtual engagement strategy and steward those critical supporters through participatory experiences. \nDuring This Nonprofit Webinar You Will Learn: \n\nHow to design a participatory virtual experience\nHow to properly utilize participatory virtual experiences to achieve your goals\nHow to transfer the participatory elements of in-person experience to a virtual one\nHow to market participatory virtual experiences to your audience\nHow to assess your tech needs for participatory virtual experiences\nHow to be an excellent virtual facilitator\n\nYou’ll Get: \n\nThe Webinar Slides\nThe Webinar Recording\n\nThis is NOT about creating virtual content like blog posts and videos that get lost in the noise. This is about creating virtual experiences that invite your supporters to engage directly with your team.\nThis is also NOT about investing in expensive software or learning an entirely new platform. This is about using the resources you have to enhance participation in your virtual experiences and engage those supporters and volunteers whose time\, talent\, and treasure is needed most.\nBy the end of this 60-minute webinar you will walk away with ideas for how to use participatory virtual experiences in your donor engagement strategy\, and have the exact tips and tools to make those experiences participatory.\nCaliopy is specifically qualified to teach this webinar because: \n\nShe has consulted many organizations whose supporters can’t experience the mission firsthand (humanitarian aid and environmental conservation groups among them) in developing robust virtual experiences.\nShe has helped foundations and nonprofits create compelling participatory virtual site-visits.\nShe is actively working with organizations in the COVID-19 era to transform their in-person experiences (events\, meetings\, tours\, performances\, and trips) to virtual experiences.\nShe is a practitioner as well as a scholar\, who studies how participatory experiences change people. She makes the best research in social psychology and anthropology immediately actionable and applicable to your nonprofit.\n\nAbout Your Topic Expert:\nCaliopy Glaros helps organizations transform their donor engagement strategies into catalysts for positive social change. As a consultant for Philanthropy without Borders\, she works with organizations to create impactful virtual and in-person opportunities for donors to connect directly to the programs they support. After years of consulting nonprofits whose donors have limited in-person access to the mission-related work (such as humanitarian aid and environmental conservation groups)\, she developed tools and strategies to help them create virtual experiences that enhance participation and bring donors closer to the mission. In addition to her extensive research\, writing\, and speaking\, she provides group training\, individual coaching\, and project consulting on mass market communications\, one-on-one stewardship\, events\, site-visits\, tours\, and travel programs. Caliopy has an academic background in Anthropology and Adult Learning\, is a certified trainer in Intercultural Communication\, and the Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, Access (IDEA) Chair of the Oregon and SW Washington Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.\nIf You Register and Cannot Attend\, You Will Get the Webinar Recording & Slides
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/virtual-engagement-how-to-create-participatory-virtual-experiences-that-keep-your-donors-engaged-in-times-of-crisis-2/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20200430T131849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T131849Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Engagement: How to Create Participatory Virtual Experiences that Keep your Donors Engaged in Times of Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on training where you will learn how to create participatory virtual experiences for your supporters.\nWorried that the cancellation of your in-person experiences (events\, meetings\, tours\, performances\, and trips) will lead to lost donations and connections?\nWondering what else to do besides update your donors and ask for money?\nCOVID-19 is creating an urgent need for human connection in a time when virtual experiences are the only option – and connection is only created through participation.  It’s time to dial up your virtual engagement strategy and steward those critical supporters through participatory experiences. \nDuring This Nonprofit Webinar You Will Learn: \n\nHow to design a participatory virtual experience\nHow to properly utilize participatory virtual experiences to achieve your goals\nHow to transfer the participatory elements of in-person experience to a virtual one\nHow to market participatory virtual experiences to your audience\nHow to assess your tech needs for participatory virtual experiences\nHow to be an excellent virtual facilitator\n\nYou’ll Get: \n\nThe Webinar Slides\nThe Webinar Recording\n\nThis is NOT about creating virtual content like blog posts and videos that get lost in the noise. This is about creating virtual experiences that invite your supporters to engage directly with your team.\nThis is also NOT about investing in expensive software or learning an entirely new platform. This is about using the resources you have to enhance participation in your virtual experiences and engage those supporters and volunteers whose time\, talent\, and treasure is needed most.\nBy the end of this 60-minute webinar you will walk away with ideas for how to use participatory virtual experiences in your donor engagement strategy\, and have the exact tips and tools to make those experiences participatory.\nCaliopy is specifically qualified to teach this webinar because: \n\nShe has consulted many organizations whose supporters can’t experience the mission firsthand (humanitarian aid and environmental conservation groups among them) in developing robust virtual experiences.\nShe has helped foundations and nonprofits create compelling participatory virtual site-visits.\nShe is actively working with organizations in the COVID-19 era to transform their in-person experiences (events\, meetings\, tours\, performances\, and trips) to virtual experiences.\nShe is a practitioner as well as a scholar\, who studies how participatory experiences change people. She makes the best research in social psychology and anthropology immediately actionable and applicable to your nonprofit.\n\nAbout Your Topic Expert:\nCaliopy Glaros helps organizations transform their donor engagement strategies into catalysts for positive social change. As a consultant for Philanthropy without Borders\, she works with organizations to create impactful virtual and in-person opportunities for donors to connect directly to the programs they support. After years of consulting nonprofits whose donors have limited in-person access to the mission-related work (such as humanitarian aid and environmental conservation groups)\, she developed tools and strategies to help them create virtual experiences that enhance participation and bring donors closer to the mission. In addition to her extensive research\, writing\, and speaking\, she provides group training\, individual coaching\, and project consulting on mass market communications\, one-on-one stewardship\, events\, site-visits\, tours\, and travel programs. Caliopy has an academic background in Anthropology and Adult Learning\, is a certified trainer in Intercultural Communication\, and the Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, Access (IDEA) Chair of the Oregon and SW Washington Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.\nIf You Register and Cannot Attend\, You Will Get the Webinar Recording & Slides
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/virtual-engagement-how-to-create-participatory-virtual-experiences-that-keep-your-donors-engaged-in-times-of-crisis/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20190109T194409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T194409Z
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SUMMARY:Video Production and Editing BootCamp
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on bootcamp you will learn: \n– How to tell an effective story \n– How to write a script and conduct interviews \n– The basics of cameras\, lenses\, and movement \n– Lighting \n– Audio \n– Editing \n– Essential video production rigs for every budget \n– How brands are using video to tell their stories today \n\nWho is this class for? \nAnyone wanting to use video to capture attention\, drive engagement\, build an audience\, build a brand\, generate leads and sales online\, and increase revenue. \nDo I need to provide my own equipment for this class? \nNo\, all video equipment\, laptops\, and necessary software are provided for this class. Software used will be Adobe Premiere Pro (No prior video production knowledge required). \n\nMeet Your Instructor: Michael Johnson \n\nYour instructor for this video bootcamp is Michael Johnson. Michael is an entrepreneur\, cinematographer\, and storyteller. He started his video career by telling the stories of small local businesses with a cheap camera he bought on eBay. He used his skills and experience to build a successful video production company\, and then a content marketing agency. Through his career\, he has had the opportunity to work with clients ranging from Grammy award winning producers to national non-profits\, including St. Jude Children’s research hospital\, Post Cereals\, American Cancer Society\, MTV\, and AB/Inbev. \nCurrently\, Michael is the Co-founder and Chief Creative at SLAM! Agency\, A content marketing agency that helps brands realize and reach their highest potential through branded video content\, social media\, and paid amplification. He documents his journey building SLAM! Agency through his vlog on youtube (youtube.com/michaeltjohnson)\, and also co-hosts and produces a national podcast called Innovation City. Michael is a firm believer in the powerful emotional connection videos make\, leveraging that connection in every aspect of production\, and empowering people to tell stories from their own unique perspectives. Connect with Michael on Twitter or Instagram @youareanalogue.\n\n\n*Note: Curriculum is subject to change from description based on market needs
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/video-production-and-editing-bootcamp/
LOCATION:University of Missouri-St. Louis\, 1 University Blvd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Digital":MAILTO:umsldigital@umsl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T103000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20160202T161039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T161039Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Security Awareness for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nCyber Security Awareness for Nonprofits\nCyber security focuses on protecting computers\, networks\, programs/applications and data from unintended or unauthorized access\, change or destruction. The presentation will focus on how to protect yourself and devices from common threats.\nThe following topics will be discussed in our presentation:\n·         Password Security\n·         Common Malware threats\n·         Phishing\n·         Social Engineering\n·         STOP. THINK. CONNECT. Campaign\nThroughout the presentation we will give useful demonstrations/examples and answer any questions that you may have.\nFor more information please contact us at 314.918.3305 or epic@epworth.org.\nAbout the Presenter: \nCraig Williams\nHead of IT\, Epworth Children & Family Services\nMr. Williams has 20+ years of experience in IT security.  Craig holds a Bachelors in MIS from Kennedy University. He has helped companies all over the world with their security concerns.  With expertise in various IT areas\, Craig brings a wealth of knowledge to the table of any organization he helps. Currently\, Craig is the head of IT for Epworth Children & Family Services\, heading up all internal IT services.  He also directs the IT consulting program known as E.P.I.C. (Epworth Professional IT Consulting) where Craig and his team offer IT services to other nonprofit organizations.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/cyber-security-awareness-for-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20160104T222432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160104T222432Z
UID:1702-1455613200-1455620400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:What is Inbound Marketing and How Can it Help you Raise Money?
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nWhat is Inbound Marketing and How Can it Help you Raise Money?\nShift the dynamics of your donor relations by using inbound marketing tools. Instead of buying\, begging or bugging your way to new audiences\, you will earn your way in. Learn to use marketing activities that bring visitors in\, rather than having to go out to get prospective donors’ attention. Inbound marketing earns the attention of customers\, makes your organization easy to find\, and draws prospects to your website.\nAbout the Presenter: \nMaryanne Dersch\nStrategist\, 501creative\nMaryanne Dersch has spent more than 20 years working in the nonprofit community relations biz\, the last 10 at 501creative\, where she helps clients reach their communication and branding goals. Previous to 501creative\, Maryanne was a consultant at Vector Communications and the public relations officer for the City of University City. \nMaryanne and her husband of 23 years\, Jon Schmuke\, adopted their three children\, Patrick\, AJ and Taylor\, out of foster care. She currently serves on the board of the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition and is a foster parent and volunteer for Stray Rescue of St. Louis.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/what-is-inbound-marketing-and-how-can-it-help-you-raise-money/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20160112T152633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160112T152633Z
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SUMMARY:Elite Training Program for Raiser's Edge
DESCRIPTION:NSC is announcing a new partnership with Denver-based Lebertech Technology Services which will allow you access to the highly requested Raiser’s Edge Elite Training Program. \n\n\nParticipants will meet for two days a month over four months (eight total sessions) and develop mastery of one of the industry’s leading donor engagement software\, Raiser’s Edge.  Dates include:\n\n\nFebruary 11 & 12\nMarch 22 & 23\nApril 20 & 21\nMay 24 & 25\n\n9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nPrice: $500 ($62.50 per each full day class)\n\n\n\nRaiser’s Edge expert and training leader Rebel Saffold III will offer his vast\, practical knowledge to assist you in mastering the software. New and existing users will enjoy an easy-to-grasp\, worry-free experience as one course builds upon the others in this comprehensive training session.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe training will focus on specific needs such as queries\, mailings\, reporting\, events and moves management\, including:\n\n\n\nTwo onsite training sessions each month\nEasy-to-follow course materials and visual process maps\nFull access to a comprehensive document (template) library\nMonthly “How-To” videos to reinforce learning\nPersonalized online support\n\nParticipants will receive: \n\nAn agenda customized for the attendees’ specific needs\nTraining on the difference between data and information\nInsights into how to maximize functionality\nDocumented policies and procedures and best practices\nTips and tricks to make things easier to accomplish goals\nProven examples and techniques of how other organizations use their software\nTools for maximizing Raiser’s Edge software to boost fundraising opportunities and dollars\nEasy-to-implement shortcuts for ensuring consistent and accurate reporting\, leading to an enhanced environment of trust among nonprofit donors and stakeholders\nWays to effectively utilize communications tools and templates to ensure consistency in donor experience\nTools for the effective use of Raiser’s Edge systems to greatly enhance the productivity and morale of your fundraising team\nFull access to training resources through the Lebertech Learning Academy\, which offer timely updates and reinforce ongoing skill-building opportunities\n\nWho Should Take This Class:\n\nGift and data entry staff\nDatabase administrators\nData analysts and reporting analysts\nRaiser’s Edge “Power” users\nDevelopment officers and development staff\nHeads of development\, advancement\, and membership\nDatabase/application administrators for Raiser’s Edge\nInformation technology staff responsible for Raiser’s Edge\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees should bring a laptop to these sessions.  They do not need to have Raiser’s Edge installed.\n\n\n\n\nEnroll today and receive a FREE\, 30-minute discovery session with a member of the Lebertech Technology Services Team to discuss your specific Raiser’s Edge technology needs. Training session slots are limited\, so don’t delay!\nClick HERE to register!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/elite-training-program-for-raisers-edge-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20160112T152404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160112T152404Z
UID:1733-1455181200-1455206400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Elite Training Program for Raiser's Edge
DESCRIPTION:NSC is announcing a new partnership with Denver-based Lebertech Technology Services which will allow you access to the highly requested Raiser’s Edge Elite Training Program. \n\n\nParticipants will meet for two days a month over four months (eight total sessions) and develop mastery of one of the industry’s leading donor engagement software\, Raiser’s Edge.  Dates include:\n\n\nFebruary 11 & 12\nMarch 22 & 23\nApril 20 & 21\nMay 24 & 25\n\n9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nPrice: $500 ($62.50 per each full day class)\n\n\n\nRaiser’s Edge expert and training leader Rebel Saffold III will offer his vast\, practical knowledge to assist you in mastering the software. New and existing users will enjoy an easy-to-grasp\, worry-free experience as one course builds upon the others in this comprehensive training session.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe training will focus on specific needs such as queries\, mailings\, reporting\, events and moves management\, including:\n\n\n\nTwo onsite training sessions each month\nEasy-to-follow course materials and visual process maps\nFull access to a comprehensive document (template) library\nMonthly “How-To” videos to reinforce learning\nPersonalized online support\n\nParticipants will receive: \n\nAn agenda customized for the attendees’ specific needs\nTraining on the difference between data and information\nInsights into how to maximize functionality\nDocumented policies and procedures and best practices\nTips and tricks to make things easier to accomplish goals\nProven examples and techniques of how other organizations use their software\nTools for maximizing Raiser’s Edge software to boost fundraising opportunities and dollars\nEasy-to-implement shortcuts for ensuring consistent and accurate reporting\, leading to an enhanced environment of trust among nonprofit donors and stakeholders\nWays to effectively utilize communications tools and templates to ensure consistency in donor experience\nTools for the effective use of Raiser’s Edge systems to greatly enhance the productivity and morale of your fundraising team\nFull access to training resources through the Lebertech Learning Academy\, which offer timely updates and reinforce ongoing skill-building opportunities\n\nWho Should Take This Class:\n\nGift and data entry staff\nDatabase administrators\nData analysts and reporting analysts\nRaiser’s Edge “Power” users\nDevelopment officers and development staff\nHeads of development\, advancement\, and membership\nDatabase/application administrators for Raiser’s Edge\nInformation technology staff responsible for Raiser’s Edge\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees should bring a laptop to these sessions.  They do not need to have Raiser’s Edge installed.\n\n\n\n\nEnroll today and receive a FREE\, 30-minute discovery session with a member of the Lebertech Technology Services Team to discuss your specific Raiser’s Edge technology needs. Training session slots are limited\, so don’t delay!\nClick HERE to register!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/elite-training-program-for-raisers-edge/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150610T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150610T153000
DTSTAMP:20260521T002945
CREATED:20150601T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150601T152639Z
UID:1428-1433944800-1433950200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Missouri KIDS COUNT Data Training
DESCRIPTION:If your nonprofit serves children in Missouri\, come get a free overview of what national and local data is tracked and made accessible to you free via the KIDS COUNT® efforts of the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Learn how to find and use the right data to effectively support your mission. Cosponsored by ARCHS\, the official Missouri KIDS COUNT® data partner for the St. Louis region\, Central Library\,  2nd fl training rm.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/missouri-kids-count-data-training/
LOCATION:Central Library SLPL\, 1301 Olive St.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Leadership,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberley Parks":MAILTO:kparks@slpl.org
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