Fundraising for Deans and Academic Leaders in Partnership with Development

Denver, CO | June 17, 2026 8:00 am MT - June 18, 2026 12:00 pm MT

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This training will not be available asynchronously.

Fundraising for Deans and Academic Leaders in Partnership with Development

Denver, CO | June 17, 2026 8:00 am MT - June 18, 2026 12:00 pm MT


Learn to meet your philanthropic goals by partnering effectively with purpose-driven donors.

Event Information

As a Dean or other academic leader, you hold numerous responsibilities, and fundraising is likely a critical part of your portfolio. You’re 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 therefore more important than ever to understand how to align your interests with those of donors seeking to make significant societal differences.  

Academic leaders and their development counterparts will benefit from this workshop as you:   

  • Evaluate the philanthropic health of your academic unit.  
  • Identify how your academic priorities speak to societal need and align with donor interests.  
  • Practice writing concept papers that will engage donors to make an impact.  

To preserve an intimate and productive experience, this workshop is capped at 30 attendees. 

Who should attend?

If you are a new Dean seeking to develop your fundraising knowledge and skills, an experienced Dean looking to enhance your skills in preparation for a comprehensive campaign, or an academic leader wishing to increase philanthropic facilitation with donors who are aligned with your academic unit, this workshop is for you. Development officers who can attend with their academic leader(s) will also benefit from this opportunity to strategically design their fundraising approaches together. 

Attend with your fundraising partners! Deans and other academic leaders who attend with their partners in advancement will return to campus with aligned strategies. Register 3 or more people and save more than $1,000! Discounts will be automatically applied at checkout. 

Agenda

Start & end times:    

Day 1 

Registration and breakfast begins at: 8:00 a.m. MT 

Sessions begin at: 8:30 a.m. MT 

Day 1 ends at: 5:30 p.m. MT 

Day 2 

Breakfast begins at: 8:30 a.m. MT 

Sessions begin at: 9:00 a.m. MT 

Workshop ends at: 12:00 p.m. MT 

Meals included in registration price:    

  • Day 1: Breakfast, lunch, and networking reception 
  • Day 2: Breakfast 

To learn more about what we’ll cover, check out the session descriptions. 

Ensure That Your Deans Are Set up for Success

This workshop is part of our carefully curated Deans Success Program that is designed to set your Deans up for success. You can upgrade your experience at a steeply discounted rate ($7995 for members and $9995 for non-members) and get this workshop in addition to much more when you purchase the Deans Success Program. 

With a comprehensive blend of workshops, coaching, and discussion, your new Deans will deepen their leadership skills, navigate conflict, build high-performing teams, and more. Valued at $15,000, this program can be completed in either 6 or 12 months. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to invest in the success of your new Deans. 

Are you already a participant of the Deans Success Program? If you have already purchased the Deans Success Program and want to ensure that your new Dean gets registered for this event, please contact your designated partner success manager.  

Location

Academic Impressions Office 
5299 DTC Blvd, Suite 1400 
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 

 

Nearby hotel suggestions: 

Hyatt Place Denver Tech Center – 3-star hotel
8300 E Crescent Pkwy, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-804-0700
Distance from office: 0.5 miles if driving, 0.3 miles if walking 

A discounted room rate is available if you book your room using this link.  

This reduced rate and room availability are subject to general hotel availability and not guaranteed. So, we recommend booking as soon as possible!  

 

Denver Marriott Tech Center – 4-star hotel
4900 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO 80237
303-779-1100
Distance from office: 0.9-1.2 miles, depending on route 

A 10% discount is available if you book your room using this link.  

This discount is subject to general hotel availability and not guaranteed. So, we recommend booking as soon as possible!