7:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception and Speed Networking*
NGen participants arriving in Detroit on Tuesday evening are invited to jumpstart the conference experience by meeting other emerging nonprofit leaders during a casual reception and structured networking event.

Local emerging leaders not registered for the conference can attend as part of a joint EPIP Michigan/YNPN Grand Rapids event held the same evening. For more information, and to register, click here.

8:00 - 8:45 a.m.

NGen Orientation*
The opening session will provide more details about NGen program and its participants to set the stage for getting the most out of the conference.

Facilitators:

• James Siegal, vice president, Nonprofit Sector Programs and Practice, Independent Sector
• Kristen Cambell, program director, National Conference on Citizenship

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Pre-conference Workshops*

Select from one of two concurrent workshops targeted to the interests of emerging leaders.

Career Development: What's Next?
Many young leaders spend their early careers achieving their initial goals -- becoming a middle or senior manager, or starting an organization--only to wonder, ?now what?? This session will focus on three key aspects of answering that question: (1) understanding the skill sets needed to change fields or integrate into a new organization and how to fill any gaps you may have; (2) managing your personal brand apart from the brand of your organization; and (3) understanding what you can learn about your future from experiences of peers and mentors.

Speakers:

• David Simms, managing partner, Bridgestar, The Bridgespan Group
• Michael Watson, senior vice president, Human Resources, Girl Scouts of the USA

Moderator:

• Michael Smith, vice president, Social Innovation, The Case Foundation

Planning Your Career and Moving Up
Are you new to the nonprofit sector or looking to move up in your organization or the nonprofit community? This practical and participatory workshop will provide you with tools and strategies for pursuing a meaningful, sustainable, and well-compensated career in the nonprofit sector. It will examine areas such as defining your core competencies, clarifying your goals and career plans, expanding your responsibilities, pursuing professional development opportunities and graduate degrees, networking within your community, and negotiating a competitive compensation package.

Speaker:

• James Weinberg, president and CEO, Commongood Careers

10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

Pre-conference Workshops*

Select from one of two concurrent workshops targeted to the interests of emerging leaders.

Successful Fund-Raising Strategies for A Challenging Economy:
A Case Study and Discussion
It is critical in any economic environment to understand the practices that help charitable organizations maintain powerful fundraising programs. This session will analyze a local campaign from three perspectives: (1) the organization, (2) the development and management consultants, and (3) a significant funder. Join a discussion to learn best practices on how to adopt new fundraising strategies and position your organization for a successful future recovery.

Speaker:

• Kevin Cherep, vice president, Community Counseling Service Co. Inc.

Working Effectively with Every Generation
What tools do emerging leaders need to thrive in their organizations? How can they develop productive working relationships with both those they report to and those they supervise? Join this session for ideas on how to better to understand multi-generational leadership within your organization, develop mutual mentoring and peer coaching opportunities, and structure work projects to meet your needs and the needs of your organization. Featured in this session will be a recent study by the Building Movement Project, Idealist.org, and American Express about ways to work more efficiently and effectively across the generations.

11:30 - 1:00 p.m.

Keynote Lunch*
Connect with your NGen colleagues at an opening lunch and an inspiring keynote presentation prior to the start of the main conference. This will also be the first opportunity for participants to engage with established IS leaders serving as NGen Ambassadors throughout the conference.

Moderator:

• J.D. Hokoyama, president and CEO, Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics

Thursday, November 5, 2009

4:45 - 5:45 p.m.

Wine and Cheese Reception
NGen participants and ambassadors are encouraged to network in the NGen Lounge during this conference-wide reception in the exhibit hall.

9:00 - 11:00 p.m.

IS After Hours Social Event, hosted by NGen
After the John Gardner Leadership Dinner, all conference goers are welcome to meet and mingle at this entertaining social event -- you won't want to miss it! Come unwind with music and fun activities while engaging with leaders of all ages in a more relaxed environment.

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Closing Breakfast*
Join your NGen colleagues and IS President and CEO Diana Aviv to examine what you've learned during the conference and explore ideas for building on your conference experience.

Facilitator:

Diana Aviv, president and CEO, Independent Sector