
2023 CONFERENCE LISTINGS
OUR TEAM IS ALWAYS LEARNING – AND EAGER TO SHARE
We’re top-notch analysts, marketers, communications specialists and postage nerds. But first and foremost, we’re lifelong students of the art and science of fundraising.
In our culture of continual learning, we define strategies and leverage tactics that optimize nonprofit giving. Decades of experience plus current insights deliver efficient programs for every client.
As tech and data evolve, best practices are constantly tested, measured and optimized. So again this year, we’ll be at all the industry events that matter. We hope to see you at one (or more!) of the conferences below.

2023 – Virtual
The Essential Leadership Lab is a sustained, virtual program that runs in four-month cycles across the year. Both in the larger Lab Forum and in smaller Lab Cohorts, members engage in real-time thinking and discussions about the topics, issues, and opportunities that impact the health of nonprofits in today’s social, economic, and political climate.
MarkeTeam’s Leadership has been participating for the past two years and we’re looking forward to exciting and thought-provoking discussions in 2023.
Essential Leadership Lab is a special program for members of TNPA. (Not a member? Join today!) We welcome all leaders from nonprofit organizations and commercial partners with proven experience and a passion for collaboration, innovation, and organizational health.
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!

As active members of the DMAW, our staff regularly participate in and attend in person and virtual events. For a full list of 2023 events, visit here
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As active members of the DMFA, our staff regularly participate in and attend in person and virtual events. For a full list of 2023 events, visit here
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!
Co-Presented by TNPA Foundation and DMAW

Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium 2023
March 15-17, 2023 – In person
Washington, DC
The Symposium is for those with 10+ years’ experience in nonprofit fundraising in nonprofit organizations or partner/agency roles. The program and speakers will be curated to create an opportunity for experienced fundraisers to learn from experts, innovators, and thought leaders, and to return to their organizations with new ideas and resources to fortify their funding strategies.
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!

Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC)
April 12-14, 2023 – In person and Virtual
Denver, CO
ahp.org/events/international-conference
NTEN’s conference — often referred to as the NTC — is the annual gathering of people who want to make the world a better place through the skillful and equitable use of technology.
To put technology to use for your mission, you need to invest in your personal capacity to do the work. At the NTC, you’ll learn essential nonprofit technology best practices while connecting with a community that shares your commitment to social change.
The NTC has something for people in all roles in nonprofit technology, from those brand new to their job to expert practitioners. Attendees include nonprofit staff, volunteers, board members, funders, consultants, and tech vendors.If you haven’t been to the NTC yet, you’re in for an experience like no other.
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!

R Conference
July 13-14, 2023 – In Person
New York City, NY
The R Conference hosts one of the most elite gatherings of data scientists and data professionals who come together to explore, share, and inspire ideas, and to promote the growth of open sourceideals. Topics from the meetup include data science, visualization, machine learning, deep learning, and so much more.
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!

Bridge Conference
August 2-4, 2023
Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center | National Harbor, MD
Bridge has become the “go-to” conference for nonprofit fundraising professionals. You’ll interact with leading nonprofits, agencies, and related vendor-partners, with multiple sessions focused on interest tracks.
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!

SAS Explore Conference
September 11-14, 2023 – In person
Las Vegas, NV
A conference for technologists, SAS® power users, developers, and AI aficionados. A conference that revolutionizes skills – and organizations – with groundbreaking AI and analytics strategies that redefine what’s possible. At SAS Explore, you gain the expertise to achieve faster results, stay ahead of change and outpace tomorrow.
Jam-packed learning alongside thousands of like-minded technology peers. Our staff learn best practices and see real-world examples of how AI is transforming the way we work. There is 100+ expert-led sessions, that leave you equipped to excel in your role, enhance your productivity and drive better results.

The Nonprofit Alliance
Leadership Summit 2023
September 19-21, 2023 – In person
Washington, DC
The TNPA Leadership Summit prioritizes networking time over podium speakers. We use Liberating Structures, facilitation techniques that stimulate critical conversations and liberate the full potential of any group to elevate the expertise in the room. Attendees will take these facilitation tools and skills back to their own organizations to help ensure all voices are being heard and to spur greater leadership and innovation.
TNPA Leadership Summits offer an exceptional opportunity to deepen connections with fellow senior leaders. Attendance is restricted to TNPA members and invited guests. Seating will be capped at 150 attendees. Participation is recommended for senior leaders with 15+ years’ experience, a title of Vice President (or equivalent) and higher, or other distinguishing experience as a sector change-maker.
Not a member of TNPA? Join here: tnpa.org/membership
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!

Nonprofit Innovation & Optimization
September 19-21, 2023
Dallas, TX
The Nonprofit Innovation & Optimization Summit is the premier conference for nonprofit marketers and fundraisers looking to grow their online fundraising. NIO hand-selects experts in marketing and fundraising innovation from around the world and bring them all under one roof to teach us how to achieve real and tangible online fundraising growth.
Over the course of two days, you’ll learn proven and research-driven strategies from these leading experts, participate in hands-on training sessions, and discover all the tools you need to grow your online fundraising and revenue.
Through extensive networking opportunities, you’ll gather new ideas and learnings from a community of nonprofit marketers and fundraisers like yourself who are seeking the most innovative solutions and strategies to grow their revenue.
Can’t make the conference? No problem, just sign up for our blogs and we’ll keep you up to date on key learnings!