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Developing a Foundation for Sustained Philanthropic Support: A Certificate Program for Deans and Academic Leaders – January Cohort

Alumni participation has steadily declined across institutions of higher education in the United States for several decades. And increasingly, donors are taking their philanthropic inclinations to organizations where they can give to specific purposes with targeted outcomes. The most successful deans and academic leaders are attuned to this reality and work in concert with their advancement colleagues to help alumni and donors see how the institution’s capabilities align with alumni and donor passions to make a significant, sustainable difference in society together. Understanding how to facilitate philanthropic engagement from alumni and donors by providing them with portals of purpose to give through your institution, rather than to it, can restore and sustain your student experience and alumni affinity for years to come.   Join us for a five-week certificate program designed to teach you how leadership, collaboration, and philanthropic vital signs can combine into a larger strategy to strengthen donor engagement with your unit. Specifically, you’ll learn:    As a culminating activity, you will create an action plan for the year ahead focused on improving collaboration and the health of your philanthropic vital signs, and you’ll discuss with your peers how to overcome any barriers you may face to implement it. 

Optimizing Your Fundraising Strategy: A Summit for Presidents and Advancement Vice Presidents

As a president or advancement vice president, you play a critical role in shaping the environment that attracts significant and sustained philanthropic investments. You’re also likely aware of the value of a lifelong donor and the importance of attracting entrepreneurial-minded donors, both of whom want to make a difference to society through your institution.  Join us in Denver for this two-day summit with fellow executive leaders, to learn how a strategic fundraising approach, paired with strong institutional leadership, can cultivate a thriving culture of philanthropy. Specifically, you will:  To preserve an intimate and productive experience, this workshop is capped at 30 attendees. 

Fundraising for Deans and Academic Leaders

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 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 workshop, led by renowned university advancement consultant Jim Langley. Academic leaders and their development counterparts will benefit from this workshop as you:   Join us for this workshop at our office in Denver to unlock new philanthropic strategies within your academic unit! To preserve an intimate and productive experience, this workshop is capped at 30 attendees. 

Fundraising for Deans and Academic Leaders

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 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 workshop, led by renowned university advancement consultant Jim Langley. Academic leaders and their development counterparts will benefit from this workshop as you:  

Rethink Campaign Leadership: A Workshop for Senior Fundraising Executives

Running a successful fundraising campaign isn’t just about following best practices or implementing the latest consultant-driven strategies. It’s about leading with purpose, aligning your team, and forging strong partnerships across campus—all while navigating complex and ever-changing challenges.   This two-day workshop is designed exclusively for senior fundraising leaders ready to move beyond conventional campaign playbooks. Here, the focus isn’t on crafting another set of strategic pillars—it’s about sharpening your leadership approach, strengthening team dynamics, and building the cross-campus support essential for long-term success.   If you’re working toward unprecedented fundraising goals and finding that some strategies are clicking while others fall short, this is the space to explore why. Through candid discussions, expert facilitation, and peer collaboration, you’ll gain deeper insight into your campaign’s key challenges and leave equipped with practical solutions and a personalized roadmap for driving transformative results.   Come prepared to challenge assumptions, rethink strategies, and redefine what’s possible for your campaign—and for your institution.   Why Attend?   This experience offers a rare opportunity to step back from the day-to-day and focus on big-picture strategies that will ensure your campaign’s success. Specifically, you’ll:   Enhance your leadership, ignite fresh ideas, and collaborate with peers who understand your challenges and share your vision.  […]

Creating a Service Excellence Training Program for Your Campus

Check back for new dates soon! With traditional-aged college enrollment declining and hybrid formats posing ongoing challenges, higher education leaders are facing unprecedented pressure. To tackle these issues, many institutions are adopting service excellence to create a campus-wide “culture of care” that enhances both student and employee experiences, driving retention. Join this conference to: Register 3 or more people and enjoy a team discount of more than $1000, automatically applied at checkout!Limited to just 30 attendees for a focused and productive experience.

Leading Your Development Officers: The Art and Science of Developing High-Performing Teams

Are you ready to lead your development officers with clarity, purpose, and confidence—empowering them to exceed fundraising goals while helping to support a positive culture of philanthropy at your institution? Development officer leaders play a pivotal role in driving institutional success through philanthropy, but many find themselves unprepared for the complexities of managing high-performing teams. Whether stepping into the role unexpectedly or grappling with the ever-evolving demands of their position, these leaders need the tools, strategies, and insights to lead with impact.  Why Attend? This workshop addresses the unique challenges facing leaders of development teams, equipping you with the strategies to: To preserve an intimate and productive experience, this workshop is capped at 30 attendees.

Identifying and Evolving Beyond Dysfunctional Team Dynamics

Interpersonal interactions, communication patterns, and outcomes can be key indicators of team dysfunction. It’s easy to identify a dysfunctional team when all three of these elements break down completely, but what if only one or two aspects are suffering? Join us in person to learn how to identify dysfunctional team dynamics and to practice strategies to shift towards a more productive and high-performing culture.  What you’ll learn more about: 

Ingenious Leadership: Leading Complex Change on Campus

Join us for an immersive, two-day face-to-face conference designed to equip you with the skills and strategies to become an Ingenious Leader. Developed in collaboration with Melissa Morriss-Olson, the author of Ingenious Leadership, this event is your gateway to learning the skills required to push the boundaries of higher education.  You’ll gain: To preserve an intimate and productive experience, this conference is capped at 30 attendees. 

Driving Institutional Strategy as a Chief Strategist or Chief of Staff

The Chief of Staff/Chief Strategy Officer plays a crucial role in addressing critical issues facing an institution, yet they often have a more solitary professional experience than other Vice Presidents and Cabinet members—many times, working through influence rather than via large divisional and organizational chart purview. Join us for this one-of-a kind in-person experience, where you will build community, develop resources, and deepen your understanding of the critical issues facing higher education.

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