Welcome to Almabase Inc, brought to you by Almabase 🚀, a premier events channel dedicated to fostering thought leadership and facilitating learning through a series of webinars and spotlights. Our mission is to empower advancement leaders with the knowledge and tools they need to effectively engage and expand their donor base.

💡 This isn’t your average webinar channel. Nope, it’s a place where the giants of the industry come down to mingle, share their secrets, and talk about what’s next. Think of it as your go-to spot for insider info, straight from the mouths of those who’ve been there, done that, and led the way.

Our webinars and spotlights are not just presentations but interactive sessions that encourage dialogue and collaboration among participants. 

Whether you're looking to dive deep into the latest trends, explore innovative fundraising strategies, or understand the future direction of advancement, Almabase Inc is your gateway to becoming a more effective and visionary leader. Join our community, grab your spot at our next event, and let’s make some magic happen! ✨

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Join us for a session that defies convention. Building on the success at the CASE NAIS Conference (Jan 2025) and the groundbreaking insights from last year’s dialogue with Punahou School, we’re evolving the conversation!

🚀 Expect fresh challenges, bold solutions, and a roadmap for harnessing the true power of your alumni networks.

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# What You’ll Discover

## 📃 A Blueprint for Dynamic Engagement

*   **Integrated Engagement Strategies:** Learn how to develop an engagement plan that fits seamlessly with your institution's calendar. Understand how to allocate resources efficiently while honoring long-standing traditions.
*   **Creative Solutions for Modern Challenges:** Tackle issues like post-pandemic event fatigue and diminishing attendance rates. Discover how to revitalize your community by transforming obstacles into opportunities.

## ⚙️Harnessing the Power of Technology

*   **Dynamic Communication Tools:** See how real-time data updates and targeted messaging can transform raw information into actionable insights, ensuring every communication resonates with its audience.
*   **Multi-Year, Phased Planning:** Delve into strategies for long-term success with a phased approach. Learn how to balance strategic planning with practical execution over two distinct 6-month phases—one focused on engagement and fundraising, the other on preparation for future initiatives.

## 📊 Driving Measurable Success

*   **Data-Driven Insights:** Good data isn’t just numbers—it represents opportunity. Discover how to leverage comprehensive analytics to continuously refine and optimize your alumni engagement strategy.
*   **Real-World Impact:** Gain practical insights from Punahou School’s innovative approach. Understand how enabling responsive alumni network communities through immediate crisis outreach and facilitating alumni-led initiatives can dramatically enhance alumni connection and participation.

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# Who Should Attend?

This webinar is designed for advancement professionals evaluating the best ways to leverage an engagement platform as part of their alumni strategy. You’ll discover how to build on your institution’s existing strengths—whether it’s long-standing traditions or multigenerational alumni connections—and gain actionable insights to enhance and transform your alumni relations approach.

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**Register Now** to access transformative strategies and start your journey toward building a vibrant, sustainable alumni community!

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Optimizing Alumni Engagement: Strengthening Connections With A Comprehensive Online Platform

Managing data between systems shouldn’t be a full-time job. That’s why we created **TrueSync✨**, the industry’s only two-way sync with **Raiser’s Edge NXT**.

Imagine your gift, event, and constituent data syncing seamlessly between systems—no manual work, no messy errors, just perfectly mirrored data that stays consistent across the board. TrueSync does all this while reducing costs on third-party plugins and enriching your database so you can focus on what really matters— building meaningful relationships with your alumni.

**💡Here’s what makes TrueSync stand out:**

*   Works both ways: Seamless two-way sync between Almabase and Raiser's Edge NXT.
*   Flexible sync rules: Customize data workflows to match your needs.
*   Clean data: Consistent, accurate, and error-free.

**🎯In this webinar, we’ll:**

*   Break down what TrueSync is (no jargon, promise!).
*   Show how it keeps your data perfectly in sync—like looking in a mirror.
*   Take you on a full product tour so you can see it in action.
*   Wrap up with a live Q\&A.

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📅 Don’t miss out—RSVP now to secure your spot!


 Introducing TrueSync for the UK: The most powerful sync with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT® for the UK

Alumni events are a great way to connect with your community—they’re personal, engaging, and full of potential. But let’s be honest, it’s easy to fall into the same routine every year. So, how do you shake things up? How do you make your events more impactful, more fun, and something people actually look forward to?

In this session, we’re diving into what worked for SUNY New Paltz and how you can apply their approach to your own events.

## Here’s what we’ll chat about:

*   **Learn what worked and why:** From their record-breaking Alumni Reunion and 40 Under Forty celebration to their Distinguished Speaker Series.🔥
*   How they increased engagement through targeted outreach, affinity groups, and brought students and faculty into the mix.
*   How they leveraged **Almabase and Raiser's Edge NXT** to reduce manual work, manage multiple events efficiently, and simplified the entire event lifecycle—from registration to check-in.
*   Q\&A: Got questions? We'll answer them. 💡

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If you’re ready to level up your alumni events, this session is packed with actionable tips to help you do just that. Let’s make your next event the best one yet!


How SUNY New Paltz transformed their alumni events

🚀 Did you know that women make up [75%](https://www.nonprofitpro.com/article/the-rise-of-women-in-philanthropy/) of the philanthropy workforce?

Who run the world? Girls! 💃 That's right!

BUT, the number of women in leadership positions still isn’t where it should be.

Join us on October 24 for a deep dive into the evolving role of women in philanthropy, featuring insights from four industry leaders: **Maria Watson**, Pomona College, **Sarah Dalrymple**, Yale University, and **Rebecca Ricksen**, University of California - Berkely.

Our panelists will share their personal career journeys, shedding light on the barriers they’ve faced, from underrepresentation in leadership roles to navigating gender biases in fundraising.

We’ll explore specific opportunities for career advancement in philanthropy, including emerging roles that cater to women’s strengths in leadership and innovation. The discussion will highlight practical strategies for building and leveraging personal brands, empowering women through professional networks, and advocating for women-centric causes.

## **Why do you nee**d to attend?

**💡 Learn from Industry Leaders**: Gain insights from senior professionals at top institutions like the University of Illinois, Pomona College, and Yale University as they share their personal career journeys and the challenges they’ve overcome.

**💡 Discover Career Advancement Strategies**: Explore new opportunities in philanthropy and learn practical strategies for advancing your career, including building and leveraging your personal brand.

**💡 Overcome Industry Barriers**: Understand the specific challenges women face in philanthropy, such as underrepresentation in leadership and gender biases, and discover actionable solutions to navigate and overcome these barriers.

**💡 Empower and Connect with Other Women**: Learn how to build supportive networks and advocate for women-centric causes, helping to foster a more inclusive and empowering environment in the industry.

**💡 Prepare for Leadership Roles**: Receive expert advice on how to navigate the path to leadership, including overcoming biases in hiring and managing boardroom dynamics, to excel in higher-level positions.

This session is designed to provide actionable insights and advice for women at all stages of their careers in philanthropy. Whether you’re looking to step into your first leadership role or seeking ways to support other women in the field, this discussion will equip you with the tools and inspiration to drive meaningful change.

**Register now to be part of this essential conversation and take a step toward redefining the future of philanthropy.**


Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Navigating Career Advancement for Women in Philanthropy

In this session, we talk to the brilliant Louis Deiz, who is the VP of Community at Almabase, and the host of the Donor Participation Project. He's a seasoned fundraising leader with a decade of experience under his belt.

We discuss the key elements that make an alumni community successful. We also go over his exciting career so far, his involvement with the Donor Participation Project, and some exciting anecdotes.


AMA with Louis Diez _ Building a thriving alumni community

Speakers

Kalyan Varma

CEO, Almabase

Louis Diez

Host and Founder @ Donor Participation Project

Replays

Optimizing Alumni Engagement: Strengthening Connections With A Comprehensive Online Platform

Introducing TrueSync for the UK: The most powerful sync with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT® for the UK