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Opening Keynote Speaker: Jamais Cascio

Thriving in a Chaotic Future

Futurist Jamais Cascio will help AFP frame the future, so we can be more future-ready and more able to make our preferred futures possible. Jamais will introduce the BANI Future: Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible—and he will show us how to flip it positive by being Bendable, Attentive, Neuorflexible, and Interconnected. The future will be increasingly chaotic, but we can thrive if we frame the future accurately and spark better possibilities.

 

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Closing Keynote: The Connections that Sustain Our Work

Four succinct yet powerful messages from thought-leaders on:

  • Relational Leadership (Tiffany Quivers, EdM)
  • Generosity (Cherian Koshy, CFRE, CAP)
  • Personal Relationships and Advocacy (Ben Mohler, M.A., CFRE, ACFRE)
  • Gratitude (Lynne M. Wester)
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Allison Strekal, CFRE, MBA

Senior Director of Philanthropy
Mountain Home Montana
Allison Strekal

Allison Strekal, MBA, CFRE, is an accomplished nonprofit leader and the Senior Director of Philanthropy at Mountain Home Montana. With over a decade of experience, she has led high-impact fundraising strategies, securing millions in support through major gifts, grants, and multi-channel campaigns. Allison holds an MBA and the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential. She serves on the board of AFP Montana and the AFP Global Emerging Leaders Committee, and is a sought-after speaker and advocate for mission-driven, relationship-based fundraising. Known for her energy, strategic vision, and fearless leadership, she brings clarity and momentum to every mission she serves.

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April 26 9:00am–10:00am

From First Gift to Forever: Using AI to Cultivate New Major Donors

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