Your organizational culture will be established by design or by default.  The choice is yours.  The Bible says, in Proverbs 29:18, that where there is no vision, or revelation, the people perish.  Incorporating Biblical principles, practical tools, real-world examples and best practices from leading organizations. This interactive session offers five (5) key principles for: (1) Understanding what the Word of God says about culture. (2) Identifying the critical aspects of a God-honoring culture. (3) Developing an Action Plan to cultivate a God-honoring culture within your organization to drive performance and productivity for the glory of God and Kingdom impact. 

Speaker:
Dr. K. Shelette Stewart, Stewart Consulting, LLC

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Trust in institutions has declined to unprecedented lows. To effectively fulfill their missions in today’s environment, churches and other nonprofit organizations must not only acknowledge this trust gap but also take proactive steps to enhance trust through demonstrating unwavering integrity. In this session, the core standards of accountability are drawn from scripture that are fundamental to operating with integrity. Applying these standards to your organization will not only demonstrate integrity, but also enhance trust that is so critical with donors, staff, and the public. 

Speaker: 
Michael Martin, President & CEO, ECFA

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This presentation covers the key compliance issues that often catch nonprofit organizations off guard. Attendees will gain insights into the specific legal frameworks governing nonprofits in Texas and will learn about key operational guidelines such as reporting requirements, prohibited activities, and best practices for governance. The session will focus on common, easy-to-miss mistakes that can lead to unnecessary costs, helping participants keep their organizations focused on mission.

Speaker:
Genevra M. Williams, Mendrygal Law, PLLC

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Best practices and streamlined solutions are pertinent for non-profit organizations. In this presentation, we will explore current financial and accounting challenges faced by nonprofit organizations, technology stacks that can streamline your accounting processes and opportunities for optimization of your financial systems and reports.

Speakers:
Emily M. Cook, SST Accountants & Consultants
Erika Norton, CPA, SST Accountants & Consultants

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Nonprofit corporations and associations have had to pivot and adapt in today’s constantly evolving digital and social landscape. From artificial intelligence to working from home, this session will discuss how organizations can protect themselves by employing fraud and other risk management techniques in a constantly changing world.

Speaker:
Nykolas McKissic, Holland & Knight, LLP

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Are you ready to stand for your organization in good and bad times? It’s far more advantageous to support your organization’s publicity efforts and crisis situations when you thoughtfully prepare in advance. This session will cover the tools and strategies you’ll need to publicize your organization’s initiatives and effectively prepare for a crisis.  

Speaker:
Sheryl Sellaway, Righteous PR

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Understanding Burnout Handout
HR Trends in Compliance & Culture Handout
Succession Planning Handout

Join an experienced attorney to review current events affecting a religious organization’s employment practices including lessons learned from pandemic-work conditions that are here to stay, remote work and the law, the ministerial exception, and strategies for ministers and exempt and nonexempt employees. Learn how your organization can navigate areas that can sidetrack its ministry and drain valuable resources when things go awry.

Speaker:
Frank Sommerville, JD

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Explore the power of both artificial and augmented intelligence to evolve your donor journeys and help chart their path from awareness of your organization to advocacy for your organization in a way that leads to more personalized communication to drive mission support.

Speaker:
Kim R. Richardson, Allegiance Group + Pursuant

Let’s face it.  Our leaders are getting older, and we need to be thinking about whose next and how we pass the baton to the next leader. In this session you will learn how to prepare to make this transition as smooth as possible for your staff, your board, your donors and your church or ministry.   We will discuss the two key succession plans every organization needs and how to successful implement them.

Speaker:
Tim McDermott, CPA

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This session covers the definition and importance of internal controls, types of controls (financial, operational, and compliance), steps for implementation, monitoring and evaluation. The presentation emphasizes the ongoing commitment to maintaining effective controls and provides resources for further assistance.

Speaker:
Sandra Ray, CPA, Sandra E. Ray, CPA, P.C.

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Join us for an immersive journey into the forefront of HR trends. In this dynamic presentation, we will explore the vital areas of HR compliance and workplace culture, providing leaders with actionable insights to create a healthy and thriving organizational environment. Discover how embracing compliance can not only protect your organization but also elevate your workplace culture, driving increased productivity and engagement. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform leadership approach and propel your organization toward success.

Speakers:
Gabriela Norton and Candace Anderson, People Performance Resources

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Nearly 75 million people make up the Millennial generation in the United States, and yet, for many nonprofits, this generation remains an untapped resource. The most significant transfer of wealth known as the Great Transfer of Wealth is shifting from older generations to the Millennials and younger ones. This transfer has prompted nonprofits to navigate new realities caused by the pandemic and other social issues. Nonprofits should consider Millennials as a valuable source of people, power, and philanthropic support. 

Speaker:
Dr. Holly Hull Miori, CFRE, The University of Texas at Dallas

New to the work of church administration or a veteran in the industry just needing a refresher course, this course will cover areas of tax compliance still worthy of attention.  Discussions will include special payroll considerations for ministers, an intro to unrelated business income as well as review of other key areas of tax rules and regulations that tend to be overlooked or avoided by many administrators or are confusing to those new in their positions. 

Speaker:
Elaine Sommerville, CPA, Sommerville & Associates, P.C.

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