Supervision in Advancement: Focused Strategies for Effective Leadership

Denver, CO | November 9, 2026 8:00 am MT - November 10, 2026 12:00 pm MT

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This training will not be available asynchronously.

Supervision in Advancement: Focused Strategies for Effective Leadership

Denver, CO | November 9, 2026 8:00 am MT - November 10, 2026 12:00 pm MT


Lead with confidence, build high-performing teams, and drive results with strategies tailored to supervising advancement leaders.

Event Information

Advancement supervisors are more critical than ever for building high-performing, collaborative teams that drive robust donor and constituent relationships. Join us for this workshop, where you’ll learn to adapt your leadership style using the Five Paths to Leadership® framework, empowering you to navigate both every day and high-pressure supervisory situations with greater clarity and purpose. We’ll emphasize the critical role of intentional supervision in shaping internal culture and enhancing external impact. Through advancement-specific scenarios and practical tools, you’ll explore how to lead effective meetings, conduct purposeful one-on-ones, and provide meaningful feedback that fosters team growth. Overall, you’ll leave with a deep understanding of a relationship-centered approach to supervision that strengthens both team dynamics and advancement outcomes.

Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for current and emerging advancement leaders who supervise individuals or teams, including those in fundraising, alumni relations, donor relations, annual giving, and advancement services. It’s designed for supervisors at any level seeking to lead with more clarity, build trust, develop talent, and strengthen donor and constituent relationships. Those looking to shift their team culture and boost collaboration are encouraged to attend with colleagues.  

Bring a team and get a free consultation session to apply the workshop! 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: 8:00 a.m. PT 

Sessions begin at: 8:30 a.m. PT 

Workshop ends at: 12:00 p.m. PT 

Meals included in registration price:    

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

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

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!