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Welcome & Keynote: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Keynote address presented by Dr. Shanita Williams, Associate Vice President of Talent Engagement & Inclusion, Southern New Hampshire University Other speakers: Governor Chris Sununu Gretchen Stallings, Executive Director, Volunteer NH Katie Pazienz …
Welcome & Keynote Address: The Power of Giving Power Away – 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Keynote address presented by Bryan Bessette, President, Executive Director, & Co-Founder of The Freedom Cafe https://youtu.be/fh5i3CjDv3Q Other Speakers: Governor Chris Sununu Gretchen Stallings, Executive Director, Volunteer NH Larisa Striga, Even …
Understanding Your Communication Style to Work Effectively with Others: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Ed.D., Program Director, MS Leadership & Nonprofit Certificate, Granite State College; Mercedes Hunt, Ph.D., Director of Undergrad Business Programs, Granite State College Session Description: Attend this fun workshop …
Shepherding an Effective Volunteer Program in the Virtual World: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Marc Boyd, Volunteer State President, AARP NH; Karen Ulmer Dorsch, Volunteer, AARP NH; Mary Roberge, Volunteer, AARP NH; Jeannie Tucker, Associate State Director for Outreach & Advocacy, AARP NH Session Description: Three seasoned AARP …
Selfhood and Service: Infusing Our Identities into Our Service – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Arria Hauldin, COVID-19 Recovery AmeriCorps Member, Campus Compact New Hampshire https://youtu.be/bbUMp5isrGY Session Description: This session will focus on the individual and how their identities impact the internal and external connecti …
Relationship-Building with Funders: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Richard Peck, VP of Development and Philanthropy Services, New Hampshire Charitable Foundation https://youtu.be/K6mhC6M3Eq0 Session Description: This session will give you tips on working with funders and potential funders. Topics include …
Recognizing and Addressing Discrimination: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by James McKim, Managing Partner, Organizational Ignition Session Description: Are you aware that 100% of people are biased but most do not know it? Would you recognize a microaggression when you see it? Do you understand the impact of microa …
Preparing for Your Next Career Move: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Director, MS Leadership, Granite State College; Carina Self, Dean of Graduate Studies, Granite State College https://youtu.be/FgIXWjm9Mzg Session Description: Have you wondered if you are ready to take on more or move to a …
Personal Marketing and Branding: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Ed.D., Program Director, MS Leadership & Nonprofit Certificate, Granite State College; Mercedes Hunt, Ph.D., Director of Undergrad Business Programs, Granite State College Session Description: Attend this informative w …
Lessons from the Pandemic: Politics, Policy & Advocacy – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Stephen Pimpare, Principal Lecturer, University of New Hampshire Manchester https://youtu.be/Ws73M5qlUyc Resources: 2021 Session Slides 2020 Full-Length Conference Session
Leading with Purpose: Leadership Development the New Politics Way – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Max Klau, Chief Program Officer, New Politics Leadership Academy https://youtu.be/Ez4z0vFxn8Q Session Description: The New Politics Leadership Academy recruits and supports servant leaders to run for elected office. Our work is grounded i …
It’s Not As Hard As You Think: Grantwriting for Small Shops and Beginners – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Cassandra Mason, Chief Grants Officer, New Hampshire State Council on the Arts Katie Collins, Director of Development, Capitol Center for the Arts https://youtu.be/b_29gZnHp84 Session Description: Competition for grant funding can be stee …
How to Have Difficult Conversations Regarding a Discrimination Situation: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by James McKim, Managing Partner, Organizational Ignition https://youtu.be/E1ssDa9N7Q4 Session Description: Someone says something to you that is disrespectful of your heritage. You witness behavior that has sexist overtones. You observe a co …
Harnessing the Power of Volunteers from Every Generation: What to Know for Recruitment & Retention: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Jed Fiato, Regional Preparedness Liaison, Fors Marsh Group Session Description: Recruiting quality volunteers is a tricky business; it can be very difficult to draw and attract the perfect volunteer for your project. Consequently, recruitm …
Grad School 101: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Daniel Budak, Coordinator for Recruitment, UNH Graduate School; Kim Donovan, Director, Center for Academic Enrichment UNH Manchester; Candice Morey, Educational Program Coordinator, UNH Graduate School; Sharon Eaton, Associate Director Fin …
Engaging Everyone: Best Practices for Accessible Volunteer Management – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Jules Good, Executive Director, Neighborhood Access Session Description: This is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn how to accommodate people with disabilities in many roles. We will explore tips for working with people with …
But They’re “Just” Volunteers: What You Need From Volunteers and What They Need From You – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Corri Wilson; Presented by Corri Wilson, Life-Long Community Volunteer and Event Organizer with Numerous Affiliations/Organizations https://youtu.be/ugZdTJxtSTU Session Description: Why do you need volunteers? Why do people volunteer? What …
But I’m “Just” a Volunteer: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Corri Wilson, Life-Long Community Volunteer and Event Organizer with Numerous Affiliations/Organizations https://youtu.be/mVtARM6xlCQ Session Description: Why do you volunteer? What do you expect to get from the experience? What does the o …