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2010 Kentucky Nonprofit Leadership Forum

Date ~       Thursday, October 14, 2010
Location ~ Lexington Convention Center
Time ~       8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 An Opportunity to Learn from the Best:

Barbara Harrington Sponsorship Network

Barbara A. Harrington has been successfully selling and signing sponsorships from $500 special event programs to multi-million dollar venue naming rights for over nineteen years. As one of the Nonprofit Leadership Initiative’s most popular speakers, Barbara will present a pre-Forum workshop and two sessions for the Forum. Barbara established Sponsorship Network with Randy Murray in 1992. As a founding partner, she has created and implemented ethical sponsorship programs for clients nationwide including the Hope Center in Lexington, Courage Center in Minneapolis and The Love Ride with Jay Leno in Los Angeles. She works closely with clients to create sponsorship programs that deliver results to the organization and well as drive sales for corporate decision-makers. Her innovative benefits and accurate assessment of sponsorship values have led to dramatic success for nonprofits of all sizes. Barbara has published two sponsorship books, The Essence of Sponsorship and Advanced Sponsorship Sales and regularly contributes sponsorship articles for trade publications such as Fun World, Fairs & Expos and Facility Manager. Prior to starting Sponsorship Network, Barbara worked for Six Flags Darien Lake as public relations manager, as well as an advertising manager, public speaking instructor and news anchor.

Pre-Forum Workshop

New Rules for Engaging Marketing Sponsors Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sponsorship often means different things to different organizations. It’s different than philanthropy. And it’s not just for large nonprofits. Nonprofits provide powerful sponsorship niches like no one else. However, to be successful in sponsorship sales, nonprofits need a thorough understanding of the benefits corporations really crave and how to deliver that information to marketing decision-makers. Join Barbara to understand how well-crafted marketing sponsorship programs deliver powerful results to all size nonprofits and their corporate partners. Learn how three different-sized nonprofits landed dream sponsors by following the Essence of Sponsorship model, developed by Sponsorship Network. Understand the real reasons most corporations reject nonprofit sponsorship proposals, how to build value into your packages and zero-in on companies most likely to commit. Plus, learn how to face your selling realities, including engaging your board to support sponsorship efforts. This Pre-Forum Workshop is appropriate for any-size organization and is not limited to special event sponsorships, as local and national sponsorships will also be discussed.

Who Should Attend the Forum?
Executive directors, board members, fund development staff, finance staff, program staff and other volunteers of nonprofit organizations should attend the Forum. A variety of sessions are offered to accommodate diverse levels of experience.

Directions
Lexington Convention Center is located at 430 West Vine Street in the heart of downtown Lexington.  Lexington Convention Center is adjacent to the Hyatt and the home of Rupp Arena.  For more specific directions, please visit http://www.lexingtoncenter.com.

Registration Information
Registration for the Kentucky Nonprofit Leadership Forum and assignment of workshops are on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage you to return the registration form as soon as possible. Advanced registrations and payment must be received by September 20, 2010 for a discounted rate or by the final deadline of October 8, 2010. The registration form details savings opportunities including: advanced registration, multiple registrations and membership in the Initiative’s Nonprofit Network.

Cancellation Policy
Register carefully, as there are no refunds for registration fees. Registrations may be transferred to another participant free of charge until October 8, 2010.

CFRE Credit Available
Continuing education credits are available for many sessions at the 2010 Forum for those holding or seeking Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credentials.

Forum Book Store
The 2010 Forum will partner with Joseph-Beth Booksellers to provide a book store featuring the leading titles in nonprofit management. Cash, check and credit card will be accepted. Be sure to bring a copy of your tax-exempt certificate with you to take advantage of your tax-exempt status!

Parking
Parking is available in the lot across from Lexington Center and the Hyatt. Complimentary validation will be provided to Forum attendees at the registration desk. Those staying at the Hyatt can get their validation upon checkout from the Hyatt.

Please Remember

• Return your registration form as soon as possible! Workshops are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The sooner we receive your registration, the better your chance to get your first choices.
• Don’t miss the early registration deadline! To qualify for discounted registration fees, you must submit payment and the registration form by September 20, 2010.
• Bring additional staff or a board member! Take advantage of the reduced registration for additional attendees by having staff and/or board members join you at the Forum. With sixteen concurrent sessions that will not be repeated, you will be glad you brought additional folks along!

Join the Nonprofit Network! Take advantage of the reduced member registration fees by joining the Initiative’s Nonprofit Network when you submit your registration.

2010 Kentucky Nonprofit Leadership Forum Awards