Join us!

DOVIA is proud to present our...
2019 Annual Conference 
Friday, November 1st, 2019
9:00am-3:00pm
BGSU@Levis Commons
$40.00 registration fee.  
Join us for informative workshops, networking opportunities, and a keynote presentation.  Lunch provided.
​Click the link above to register using a credit card.  If another form of payment is needed, please contact Paul Valdez at 419-372-9287.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Eric Williams
StoryBrand Certified Guide & Gallup Certified StrengthsCoach, 212 Consulting
 
When it comes to talking about their work, many people are so close to their organization they don't know where to start. What if there were a simple and repeatable framework to help organizations understand what customers, volunteers, and donors are looking for so they can tell their story in such a way people listen? The human brain is drawn to CLARITY and away from confusion. If your key stakeholders are confused about what you offer or how you make an impact, they'll look past you for somebody who can say it clearly.

The StoryBrand Marketing Framework will teach you how to clarify your message and communicate in a way that once you clarify your message, your marketing starts working for you, your team members are converted into a sales force and your key constituents speak a viral message that spreads. 

In this session participants will learn how to:

CREATE A BUZZ - Create clear and compelling messages that spread like wildfire.

LEARN A LANGUAGE THAT SELLS - You don’t have to come off as a pushy or desperate to engage volunteers and donors. The StoryBrand Framework is revolutionary because it teaches you to stop playing the hero in the story, and instead, invite customers INTO a story.

BECOME A MARKETING MASTER - Stop wasting time and energy on ineffective marketing. You’ll have a proven filter to clarify all of your marketing material. 
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Eric Williams
StoryBrand Certified Guide
​Gallup Certified StrengthsCoach
212 Consulting

​SESSION TOPICS
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Legal Considerations for Volunteer Management
Jeni Belt and Mechelle Zarou
Shumaker, Loop, and Kendrick, LLP

The nonprofit legal and liability landscape is ever shifting and understanding the law and liability is an important aspect of volunteer management.  In this session, presenters will share updates about what you need to know as a volunteer manager.  They will also share examples and answer your questions about liability and legal responsibilities of your role and organization.


Grant Writing 101
Dr. Neil Baird
Department of English, Bowling Green State University

In this breakout session, participants will learn the following: What is a grant? Is your organization ready to apply for a grant? What do you do when drafting a budget and proposal? What happens if you are accepted or rejected?

Advocacy and Volunteers
Lucas Camuso-Stall
Manager of Public Affairs & Advocacy at United Way of Greater Toledo

Join us for a session on nonprofits and their role in creating, influencing and participating in powerful policy work. As we know, government agencies are often the largest health and human service providers in our community. When philanthropic organizations can build strong partnerships with legislative bodies, we can create real, long-lasting change. During this session, you will gain a better understanding of how to appropriately participate in advocacy work as a 501(c)(3), best-practices for elected official outreach, and increasing volunteer engagement through public policy action.

Beyond Thank You!
Trish Hausknecht, Metroparks

Recognition is an integral part of any volunteer program.  Learn the key components for successful recognition and explore how one agency shows appreciation for their volunteers - from invitations to exclusive events to low or no cost acts of appreciation.  Recognize your volunteers for their accomplishments in unique and fun ways.  Bring an idea to share!  And thank you, thank you very much!

 
SCHEDULE
8:30 am - Check-in

9:00 am - Introductions

9:15 am - Keynote Address, Eric Williams

10:15 am - Breakout Session #1

11:15 am - Breakout Session #2

12:15 pm - Lunch

1:00 pm - Breakout Session #3

2:00 pm - Closing Session

​2:30 pm - Conference Ends