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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The nominations are in. The votes are tallied. The judges have spoken.

Now it’s time to meet the *Champions* shaping the future of Advancement.

From fundraising trailblazers to data wizards, from first-time innovators to seasoned leaders — this year’s 50 Champions represent the very best of our global community.

💫 Join us for a super special livestream, hosted by **award-winning Italian-American actor, Michael Bonini.**

Whether you’re here to cheer on your peers or get inspired by their journeys — this is one event you won’t want to miss.

👉 **Save Your Spot for the Livestream Reveal**

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P.S. There's a special giveaway for all the live attendees! 🎁


Almabase 50 Champions | The 2025 Awards Show

Is your advancement team struggling to grow alumni engagement and fundraising without expanding headcount?

With alumni making up over **50% of all donors** but fewer than **5% giving annually**, the challenge isn’t a shortage of donors—it’s participation.

To succeed today, advancement teams must go beyond transactional touchpoints and build **transformational relationships** through digital tools, personalized experiences, and proactive strategies.

Almabase, together with experts from **Blackbaud**, will show you how to make that shift possible. ✨

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💡 **Join our live Product Tour to learn how to:**

*   **Engage alumni beyond events** with digital programs like directories, job boards, and mentorship opportunities that deliver ongoing value
*   **Simplify event management** with mobile-friendly registration, QR code check-ins, and real-time reporting for reunions, regional meetups, and more
*   **Boost giving participation** with Giving Days and campaigns powered by leaderboards, challenges, dashboards, and matching gift incentives
*   **Keep data synced in real-time** with TrueSync, ensuring every gift, RSVP, and profile update flows seamlessly into your CRM

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📅 **Reserve your spot now** and discover how to elevate alumni engagement with less effort.


From Transactional to Transformational: Boost Alumni Engagement Without Growing Your Team

We know the last few weeks have been uncertain for many teams using iModules (Encompass) after the recent Anthology Chapter 11 announcement. If you’ve been wondering what’s next or exploring what other options are out there, this session is for you.

After nearly a decade on iModules, the team at **New England College** often found themselves juggling multiple tools, dealing with manual data entry, and spending more time managing processes than engaging alumni.

🔥That all changed when they moved to **Almabase**.

Join **Anna Twombly**, Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations at New England College, as she shares how her team simplified workflows, improved the alumni experience, and—most importantly—made the transition smoother and less overwhelming than expected.

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After hearing Anna’s story, stick around for a **live, 45-minute walkthrough of Almabase** — the modern advancement platform helping schools like **New England College, RISD, Illinois Tech, CSU Bakersfield, and Tennessee State University** simplify engagement and fundraising.

💡 **During the tour, we’ll show you how you can:**

*   Build a beautiful alumni site (no code needed)
*   Automate emails and multi-channel communications
*   Run directories, mentorship programs, and job boards
*   Host events and Giving Days that actually excite your community
*   Sync everything seamlessly with Raiser’s Edge NXT or other CRMs via TrueSync or FTPs

Not sure if you’re ready to switch yet? Totally fine.

This isn’t your typical sales demo — it’s a chance to see what’s possible, learn from peers, and ask anything while you’re at it. 🚀

Bring your teammates too — it’s always more fun (and useful) to explore new ideas together!


Inside New England College’s Future-Ready Advancement Strategy (Plus a Live Tour of Almabase)

✨ **Here’s what we’ll cover:**

*   How to frame Giving Day as the start of a larger story, not the end
*   Easy ways to build micro campaigns around milestones and authentic stories
*   Personalizing donor journeys so people feel connected year-round
*   Keeping ambassadors, volunteers, and boards energized beyond the big day
*   Using data to spot what’s working and strengthen your donor pipeline

If you’ve ever felt the post–Giving Day “drop-off,” this conversation is for you. Join us to explore how to turn one big day of giving into a culture of generosity that lasts all year.

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🌱**Why this session matters**

Giving Days are powerful catalysts for excitement, community pride, and immediate impact. But what happens when the day is over? Too often, the momentum fades before institutions can harness it for long-term success.

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**🔊Who you’ll hear from**

*   **Aaron Riley**, VP of Sales at Almabase — bringing expertise in helping institutions modernize alumni engagement through digital tools
*   **Mike Nagel**, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Catalyst Campaign Partners — drawing on 15+ years of guiding advancement teams on campaign strategy and donor experience
*   **Steve Sjoberg**, Director of Foundation Marketing & Communication at MSUM Foundation — sharing industry experience on sustaining donor engagement, including strategies like **Dragon Legacy Luncheons**, consistent monthly communications, and blending direct mail with digital appeals. With MSUM’s recent **$5.5 million gift announcement** and its upcoming **Giving Day on November 13**, Steve’s perspective will be especially timely.


Sustaining Engagement Beyond Giving Day

In this insightful session, our host, Louis Diez, and our distinguished speaker, Professor Mark Ottoni-Wilhelm, Professor of Economics at IUPUI and an Affiliate Professor of Philanthropic Studies at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, will explore the art of effectively applying research to boost fundraising results. 📈

Discover the underlying factors of charitable giving, the impact of tax policies on philanthropy, and the keys to successful fundraising campaigns. 🤝

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a leading expert in the field of philanthropic studies.


Boosting Fundraising Results Through Applied Research

Speakers

Louis Diez

Host and Founder @ Donor Participation Project

Mark Ottoni Wilhelm

Professor of Economics, Philanthropic Studies @ IUPUI

Replays

Almabase 50 Champions | The 2025 Awards Show

From Transactional to Transformational: Boost Alumni Engagement Without Growing Your Team