2010/11

Strategies for Privacy Compliance

The issue of privacy of personal information should be considered carefully by all charities and not-for-profit corporations. Privacy is good for business, and, as such, it should be viewed as a business issue more than a compliance issue. Charities and not-for-profit corporations should observe and follow privacy laws, industry best practices and fair information practices in respect of personal information. This session focuses on strategies for privacy compliance for charities and not-for-profit corporations operating in Ontario.

Branding – Why Choose You?

We are all constantly selling – ourselves, our ideas, our recommendations and our organizations – to colleagues, bosses, direct reports, clients, politicians, bureaucrats, strategic partners, corporate sponsors and donors.

This presentation provides you with a number of innovative ways to become more influential, by understanding:

• The importance of answering “Why should I choose you?” – the single most important question in your job – in seven words or less
• Why you need to distinguish between what you are selling and what people are buying
• Why you need more than facts and logic to be convincing

Using Your Ideas to Raise Money

Launching an organization requires a compelling idea and a burning passion, but as importantly, the right funders, partners and advocates to help bring the vision to life – and keep it afloat. This session discusses the various stages of starting a new entity or re-energizing an existing one – engaging others to seed an idea, building a track record to attract supporters, diversifying the funding base, finding the right partners to help plan and execute sustainable growth, and the critical importance of communication and media outreach.

Financial Management

We are always asked to tell stories about our agencies – to our funders, to our boards, to our staff, to ourselves. We need to build a case, motivate, provide a reason to donate, help our clients see that we are serving them in the best way we know how. Numbers are really just another way to tell the story. Come and listen to five good ideas about finance in our sector. See why it is important to get behind, inside and through the numbers so that the story you tell is one that will really be heard.

Knowing How to Work the Room – Strategies for Successful Networking

It’s a fact – 70% of new business and 60% of jobs are attained through some sort of networking or relationship marketing. With statistics so compelling, how can you not spend time honing your networking skills? Lisa Mattam, an entrepreneur, consultant and trainer, delivers an impactful and insightful presentation that will enable you to take your networking skills to the next level. In her five good ideas she explores the traditional channels for networking, as well as newer ones, such as social media. She also provides concrete tips and tools so you will leave an impression that lasts.

Risk Management for Not-for-Profit Organizations and Charities

As a director or officer of a registered charity or not-for-profit organization, there are a myriad of laws and regulations that you need to comply with in order to manage risk for your organization. You need to be aware of the corporate law that governs your not-for-profit organization, the income tax law that governs a registered charity if you are also a charity, and Ontario provincial law that governs the operations of charities in Ontario, among others. This session focused on risk management for charities and not-for-profits operating in Ontario.

Re-imagining Your Organization

Nick Saul shared Five Good Ideas gleaned from his work in transforming a small, local food bank into a thriving community food centre: a place where people come together over food to build health, hope, skills, self-confidence, environmental sustainability, community and greater equity. The Stop’s story has lessons and inspirational ideas for everyone interested in building healthy community organizations, inclusive public space and creating social change. Today, The Stop serves up dignity and empowerment to a large community by bringing together people from all socio-economic backgrounds and helping make connections through eating, growing, sharing and advocating for good food for all.