Nonprofit Leader Conversations
Nonprofit Leader Conversations
Discuss timely topics with fellow nonprofit professionals in a collaborative, small-group setting. Each session features invited experts and community leaders who share their knowledge, insights, and experiences, followed by an interactive Q&A discussion.
*Nonprofit Leader Conversations are offered free of charge; however, registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants prior to the session.
Join us for free virtual conversations with other nonprofit leaders.
Launched in March 2020 through a partnership with UW–Madison Extension Brown County, Nonprofit Leader Conversations has grown into a dynamic forum for learning, collaboration, and fresh ideas. More than 500 nonprofit staff, executives, and board members have participated, sharing insights and strengthening connections across the nonprofit community.
Ethics in Fundraising
October 8, 2026 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Extension will be joined by Sean Tierman from Catalyzt for a conversation about the ethics in fundraising.
Conflict Management and Resolution
October 22, 2026 | 8:30-9:30 AM | Online via Zoom
UW-Madison Extension Brown County Health and Wellbeing Educator Jeremy McClain will introduce cornerstones of peace building practices and share some examples of how it relates to enhancing organization and community outcomes.
Records, Audits, and the 990 Form
November 12, 2026 | 8:30-9:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Nonprofit organizations are required to submit an annual 990 Form and a regular audit is a good idea. Join Matt Neu from Hawkins Ash CPAs and Extension in a conversation about financial record management practices that can help with complete these tasks.
AI in Fundraising
December 10, 2026 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
AI in fundraising is our topic for a conversation with guest Bryan Cayabyab from Build With You AI.
What Businesses Want to Support
January 14 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Sean Tierman and Adrianna Frelich of Catalyzt will share experience with connecting businesses with nonprofit to begin a conversation about what business want to support.
You may request an interpreter, materials in an alternative language and/or format, and/or other services to make this event more accessible. Contact Patrick Nehring at patrick.nehring@wisc.edu or (920) 391-4616. Make your request ten days before the Nonprofit Leader Conversation. Services are provided at no cost to you.
