2019 Overview

The latest:

Breakout Sessions are posted!

Keynote Henry Timms was just named Lincoln Center's next President!

Tuesday, March 12th will feature a special session “Manage up, Down and Sideways”, led by Ellen Stein and Ann Sullivan, who have both served as Directors of Development prior to assuming their Headships, Ellen at the Dalton School and Ann at both School of the Holy Child (Rye) and Lincoln School (Providence). Currently retired, they have formed a partnership, Sullivan Stein Education Solutions. They will be joined by L.J. Mitchell, the current Director of Development at The Calhoun School following his work at LREI, Mary McDowell Friends School and The Churchill School. Whether you are the Director of Advancement, a senior member of the Advancement Team, or a newcomer to a role on the Team, it is important to manage up, down and sideways to establish your leadership and to mobilize the Head of School, the Director, as well as colleagues in the entire Administration.

This year's theme: Social Action and Making the Case.

Advancement professionals fundraise, communicate, and connect in service of our school's mission to shape character and develop social responsibility. At this year's conference we will explore how independent schools' common commitment to social action informs, shapes, and drives our work.

Information for Workshop Presenters.

When, Where, Who

Dates: 2:00pm Sunday, 3.10.19 through 1:00pm Tuesday, 3.12.19
Location: Mohonk Mountain House - views + spa + food + wifi - it's super nice
Who should attend: YOU! There will be great content for fundraisers, marketers, alumni wranglers, community builders, event specialists, database ninjas, and directors

Keynote: Henry Timms

What's New This Year?

We asked, you answered, we adjusted!

Sunday start: We know it's tough to be away from the office for three days, so we're starting Sunday afternoon this year to make the impact on your work week a little more manageable.
More affinity group time, including times dedicated to specific topics, and to break-out groups by experience level.

How do I convince my boss / my Board to send me and my team?

Testimonials

It's worth it because:

Helps you keep your school competitive with access to invaluable insider information about how peers in your specific market are doing business.
Connections to professionals in your field enhance your understanding and perspective.
Taking time to think big is critical to developing and achieving long-term strategic goals. You need time away from the daily routine to do this.
For 'small shop' professionals, this is an essential opportunity to compare notes, learn best practices, and come home with strategies you can apply to your work.
Presenters will include industry professionals and your colleagues for a mix of cutting edge theory and real-life success stories.
Mental health is a thing. As is the particular support only offered by a community of your peers. We know attention to health and wellness are essential for the success of our students and our teachers - that commitment also needs to extend to the advancement team to get the results your school wants and needs!

What's it gonna cost me?

Registration Details

Regular registration fees, after February 24th:

$425 for NYSAIS Members
$465 for non-members

Room rates: $299/night ($270 for double occupancy), which includes meals.

How does this compare to other conference pricing?