Speakers

Jennifer Williams is Content Marketing & Communications Lead at CDS Global, where she leads strategy across brand storytelling, cross-channel engagement, and executive communications. She works at the intersection of donor experience, data, and operational continuity, helping organizations strengthen trust and retention through unified engagement strategies. Previously, she served as National Manager of Communications at American Corporate Partners and as an advisor with the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, both nonprofit organizations supporting Veterans. A Veteran herself, Jennifer brings a practitioner’s perspective to mission-driven growth. She holds a master’s degree in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma.

P. Kevin has over 26 years of frontline fundraising experience, leading campaigns from $6M to $181M with the Boy Scouts of America and higher education. A Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, he advises clients and offers strategic counsel with Kinetic Fundraising. He excels in securing major gifts, leading frontline fundraising teams, and fostering cross-campus partnerships. Kevin is skilled in board development and expanding donor diversity across PWIs, HBCUs, and MSIs. A sought-after speaker, he presents at AFP, Academic Impressions, and UNC System events. He holds a BA in English from North Carolina A&T State University.

Ms. Launa Wilson is an enthusiastic philanthropy and governance expert with over 20 years of hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector. Through her company, Launa Wilson Consulting, Ms. Wilson provides guidance and practical assistance to help strengthen nonprofit governance practices, enhance fundraising, and support organizational sustainability. Prior to establishing her consultancy, Ms. Wilson held a variety of positions in the sector, including program manager, major gifts officer, and executive director. She has built programs from the ground up, raised millions in charitable dollars, and led systemic changes resulting in strong, more efficient, and more diverse nonprofits.

Lyn Wineman is the President and Chief Strategist of KidGlov, a branding and marketing agency that has helped over 100 nonprofits elevate their message, connect with donors, and achieve big goals. She is also the author of the Amazon best-selling book Untangling Spaghetti: A Branding Fable, written specifically for nonprofit leaders navigating branding and fundraising challenges. With decades of experience and a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector, Lyn brings practical tools and creative insights to help fundraisers cut through the noise, clarify their impact, and build stronger donor relationships.

Shea Wylen is a seasoned nonprofit leader with two decades of experience. While serving at Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center, Shea spearheaded remarkable growth, transforming a small ministry into Travis County's leading homelessness service provider, now serving nearly 20,000 people and securing over $5.2 million in annual funding. Shea's expertise includes raising millions through diverse fundraising initiatives and launching new programs. They've also led strategic planning focused on equity and sustainability. Recipient of the 2025 Austin Under 40 Award for Nonprofit Service, Shea champions collective giving. They reside outside Austin with their wife and pets, embracing small-town life.

Jorie Zherka is a Product Manager at Salesforce focused on fundraising and volunteer management for Agentforce Nonprofit. With a career rooted in the nonprofit and social enterprise sectors, Jorie's fundraising journey began as a university student caller and grew to span galas, grant writing, Giving
Tuesday campaigns, and beyond. Armed with an MBA, she brings a practitioner's perspective to building AI-powered technology that helps mission-driven organizations do more good.

Tammy Zonker is the Founder and President of Fundraising Transformed, President of the Modern Institute for Charitable Giving, and host of The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast.

With a career spanning nearly 30 years, Tammy Zonker has established herself as a major gifts strategist and fundraising expert. Her credentials include being an AFP Certified Facilitator and an international speaker, having presented in Australia, Ireland, Canada, and the Netherlands. AFP Greater Detroit Chapter honored her with the 2024 Dr. John S. Lore Award for Outstanding Fundraising Executive of the Year. She also serves on the Fundraising.AI Global Advisory Council.