Authentically navigating the discovery and qualification process is an essential skillset that gift officers need to sustain their donor base. Knowing how to ask questions, listen with curiosity, and unlock meaningful conversations with prospective donors can be the starting point for a principal or transformational gift in the future. Join us for this in-person conference where you will build your unique discovery work toolkit. Whether you’re new to fundraising work, want to refresh your perspective on discovery visits, or looking to strengthen the way your team engages with new donors, you’ll benefit from this conference as you:
Even though national student demographics have dramatically changed over the past 20+ years, faculty demographics do not reflect these changes. We know that in order to achieve academic and inclusive excellence, institutions must commit to hiring and retaining faculty members from underrepresented groups. Our present-day realities, such as the lingering impact of the pandemic, anti-DEI legislation, aspirations for the faculty body to mirror the diversity of the student body, and the enrollment cliff, necessitate that hiring managers and academic leaders seek forward-thinking solutions for hiring and recruiting underrepresented faculty. Join us for this highly interactive in-person conference to gain the tools and strategies you need to recruit and onboard faculty members from underrepresented demographics. With the help of our expert speaker panel, you will have the time, space, and support to:
Supporting your team in frontline customer service roles can be challenging. On a daily basis, you likely see members of your staff striving to meet customer demands, manage volatile situations, and muddle through mundane tasks—all while managing their own stress to seek workplace satisfaction. Although meeting the needs of students, families, staff, and faculty are the primary goals of your frontline team, your goal is to provide them with the skills and training necessary to navigate their difficult work. This one-and-a-half day in-person conference is designed for your employees who work on the frontline in higher education. This unique opportunity will engage your team in learning about their own leadership styles to enhance customer service in three critical ways, in order to:
As a Dean, you hold numerous responsibilities, and fundraising is likely a critical part of your portfolio. You are probably also finding the philanthropic landscape more competitive than ever, as donors are becoming more selective with their giving. To be a successful fundraiser, it is important to understand how to align your interests with those of donors seeking to make significant societal differences. Join us for this one-and-a-half-day interactive conference, led by renowned university advancement consultant Jim Langley. Jim will help you to learn how to more effectively listen to prospective donors and align their personal values with the goals of your academic unit. Through group discussions and activities, you will: Meet us in Denver, and begin to unlock new philanthropic strategies within your unit.
As the world of work and employee needs and expectations evolves, the need for strategic talent management in Advancement has continued to grow. Developing staff and carving out intentional pathways for their growth is a priority for many, as well as shaping values and culture to create an environment of trust, psychological safety, and belonging where employees can thrive across the shop. Join your peers across the nation for Academic Impressions’ inaugural Advancement Talent Management Summit to discuss the ins and outs of leadership development, career pathing, and creating an intentional culture. You’ll leave with an expanded network of other talent management leaders working in Advancement and a toolkit of the best current thinking plus tangible ideas you can apply to your own work.
Welcome to your one-stop-shop for all materials you’ll need related to your on-campus workshops with Academic Impressions. Session Dates: All sessions are 9:00am-12:00pm ET You’ll need to complete two assessments that we’ll be discussing during the workshops. They include the following: Click on the respective buttons above to take those assessments. Make sure you bring your results with you to the workshops as well, since we’ll be reviewing and discussing together as a group. Copies of all other course materials will be available on this site. Materials will be made available shortly before the workshop and you’ll continue to have access to those materials after the event. Make sure that you are signed into your Academic Impressions account and click “Express Register” on the right to access the resources and assessments.
Welcome to your one-stop-shop for all materials you’ll need related to your on-campus workshop with Academic Impressions. Make sure that you are signed into your Academic Impressions account and click “Express Register” on the right to access the resources. Copies of all course materials will be available on this site. Materials will be made available shortly before the workshop and you’ll continue to have access to those materials after the event.
This event has passed-it took place on June 25, 2024 What is a “culture of care,” and how can we use customer service to foster a better, morecaring culture across Vincennes? This workshop will provide: Make sure that you are signed into your Academic Impressions account and click “Express Register” on the right to access the resources.
Make sure that you are signed into your Academic Impressions account (create one if needed) and click “Express Register” on the right to access the resources and assessments. Situational Awareness – Setting Your New Chair up for Success | October 17, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET Stepping into a department chair role requires more than a simple handoff—it calls for situational awareness and a clear view of the department’s position. This session offers a practical framework to help incoming chairs see the big picture from day one and serves as a checklist for outgoing chairs. We’ll also explore how strategic delegation can support succession planning by developing others and preparing future leaders. Identifying and Maximizing your Leadership Style | October 24, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET Bring your Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment results so you can discover how your leadership style shifts under stress. This interactive session will help you better understand your instinctive responses, build greater self-awareness, and lead more effectively through complexity and change. Pre-Work: Complete the Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment if you have not already done so. Create Effective Collaboration and Meetings | November 7, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET Top-down leadership isn’t as effective as creating collaborative […]
Make sure that you are signed into your Academic Impressions account (create one if needed) and click “Express Register” on the right to access the resources and assessments. Identifying and Maximizing your Leadership Style | September 26, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET After completing the Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment, you’ll have the opportunity to debrief your results to gain a clearer understanding of your leadership strengths and tendencies—and learn how to adapt more effectively under pressure and during times of change. Pre-Work: Complete the Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment. Embracing Your Role as Department Chair | October 3, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET You’ve stepped into a new leadership role. This session will guide you through the primary responsibilities of a department chair and help you embrace your position while strategizing how to lead your department effectively. Create Effective Collaboration and Meetings | October 10, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET Top-down leadership isn’t as effective as creating collaborative spaces where all voices are heard and work gets done. You’ll learn how to apply the Five Paths to Leadership® to create engaging, productive meetings with your peers and faculty. Managing and Resolving Conflict | October 24, 2025 | 9:30am-11:00am ET Conflict is a natural […]
