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Nonprofit Leader Converstions
Join us for free virtual conversations with other nonprofit leaders.
Nonprofit leader conversations launched in March 2020 in partnership with UW-Madison Extension Kewaunee County. More than 500 nonprofit staff, executives and board members have joined us so far, making the conversations a powerful forum for ideas and fresh perspective.
Conflict Management and Resolution
October 22, 2026 | 8:30-9:30 AM | Online via Zoom
UW-Madison Extension Brown County Health and Wellbeing Educator Jeremy McClain will introduce cornerstones of peace building practices and share some examples of how it relates to enhancing organization and community outcomes.
Records, Audits, and the 990 Form
November 12, 2026 | 8:30-9:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Nonprofit organizations are required to submit an annual 990 Form and a regular audit is a good idea. Join Matt Neu from Hawkins Ash CPAs and Extension in a conversation about financial record management practices that can help with complete these tasks.
AI in Fundraising
December 10, 2026 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
AI in fundraising is our topic for a conversation with guest Bryan Cayabyab from Build With You AI.
What Businesses Want to Support
January 14, 2027 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Sean Tierman and Adrianna Frelich of Catalyzt will share experience with connecting businesses with nonprofit to begin a conversation about what business want to support.
Connecting with Local Government Officials
January 28, 2027 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Matt Joski has many years of experience as the Kewaunee County Sheriff connecting with people in the community. The community can benefit when organizations and local government work together. How do leaders from local government and organizations connect?
Fiduciary Responsibilities
February 11, 2027 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Leadership within a nonprofit has a fiduciary responsibility to the organization and contributors. Angie Bahrs from Your Part-Time Controller, LLC will help explore what this means for your organization.
Website Accessibility
February 25, 2027 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom
Are you ready for the website and digital presence requirements that take affect in April? Share ways to comply and the improve website and digital accessibility with Megan Poindexter from the Extension Office of Digital Inclusion.
You may request an interpreter, materials in an alternative language and/or format, and/or other services to make this event more accessible. Contact Patrick Nehring at patrick.nehring@wisc.edu or (920) 391-4616. Make your request ten days before the Nonprofit Leader Conversation. Services are provided at no cost to you.
If you have questions regarding Community Development, please contact:
Community Development Educator
Patrick Nehring
Community Development Educator
Brown and Kewaunee Counties
920-391-4616
patrick.nehring@wisc.edu
