December 4 - 6, 2024 Celebration, FL
Just for Women Leaders in the YMCA Movement!
Join us December 4-6 in Celebration, Florida for two days of meaningful conversations around challenges you face as leaders. You will be inspired, engaged, and excited to join other exceptional women in the exploration of topics such as:
These sessions will be led by a combination of experts, peers, and the shared lived experience of participants.
Join us December 4-6 in Celebration, Florida for two days of meaningful conversations around challenges you face as leaders. You will be inspired, engaged, and excited to join other exceptional women in the exploration of topics such as:
- Leveraging AI and Technology
- Challenges Female Leaders Face
- Developing High Performing Boards
- Growing Future Leaders
- Doing more with less
- Philanthropy Today
These sessions will be led by a combination of experts, peers, and the shared lived experience of participants.
Location
Celebration Hotel
700 Bloom Street, Celebration, Florida 34747
700 Bloom Street, Celebration, Florida 34747
Date & Time
December 4, 2024 6:30 PM -
December 6, 2024 12:00 PM
December 6, 2024 12:00 PM
PRICE
$350 Registration
Scholarships are available for registration, travel, and lodging. Email [email protected] for more information.
Scholarships are available for registration, travel, and lodging. Email [email protected] for more information.
Celebration Hotel
Experience a blend of relaxation and fun at the Celebration Hotel. Perched lakeside in the charming town of Celebration, the boutique escape is surrounded by walking and biking trails, and quaint shops. Take a stroll through the art-filled lobby, swim in the scenic outdoor pool. Unwind in the modern accommodations, which blend classic Floridian elegance with bohemian accents.
T2 has a special rate of $279 per night for December 4-6
*Rates also apply for nights before and after the conference.
T2 has a special rate of $279 per night for December 4-6
*Rates also apply for nights before and after the conference.
Schedule of Events
WeD Dec 4
6:30pm-
9:00PM
6:30pm-
9:00PM
Wine Down on Market
Join us in Downtown Celebration at Thai Thani Celebration to connect and unwind with fellow guests in the vibrant downtown square AND watch it snow. *Dinner on your own.
Thurs Dec 5
7:00AM-
7:45AM
7:00AM-
7:45AM
Morning Walk or Run - Optional
Meet Kim Looby in the hotel lobby for a morning walk or run.
Thurs Dec 5
8:30AM-
9:00AM
8:30AM-
9:00AM
Continental Breakfast - Connect over Coffee
Enjoy delicious baked goods, acai bowls, fruit and homemade granola with your morning coffee.
Thurs Dec 5
9:00Am-
10:00AM
9:00Am-
10:00AM
Opening Session:
Leading with Strength: Empowering Women to Overcome Barriers and Thrive
Leading with Strength: Empowering Women to Overcome Barriers and Thrive
Plantation Room
Speaker: Dr. Alise Cortez
Dr. Cortez is focused on enabling organizations to lead from purpose and create cultures that inspire impassioned performance, meaningful engagement and fulfillment, while encouraging a devoted stay within the organization.
Speaker: Dr. Alise Cortez
Dr. Cortez is focused on enabling organizations to lead from purpose and create cultures that inspire impassioned performance, meaningful engagement and fulfillment, while encouraging a devoted stay within the organization.
Thurs Dec 5
10:00AM-
10:15AM
10:00AM-
10:15AM
Break
Thurs Dec 5 10:15am-
11:15AM
11:15AM
Leading with Strength: Application
Dr. Alise Cortez will take you through applying the strategic and tactical components of the previous session.
Thurs Dec 5 11:30am-
12:45PM
12:45PM
Lunch N Share Table Talks
Columbia Restaurant @ 649 Front Street
Share your skills and expertise at lunch with your peers. Each table group will engage in discussionson female leadership and developing leaders.
Share your skills and expertise at lunch with your peers. Each table group will engage in discussionson female leadership and developing leaders.
Thurs Dec 5 1:00pm-
2:00PM
2:00PM
Leveraging AI and Technology
How to creatively utilize AI in operations, fundraising, marketing and more!
Speaker: Jorge Perez
President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
Speaker: Jorge Perez
President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
Thurs Dec 5 2:00pm-
3:00PM
3:00PM
Doing More with Less
Innovative and Creative ways to update facilities.
Speaker: Brian Kridler
Strategy and Innovation Senior Consultant at Triangle2 Solutions
Speaker: Brian Kridler
Strategy and Innovation Senior Consultant at Triangle2 Solutions
Thurs Dec 5 3:00pm-
4:00PM
4:00PM
High Speed Networking
Build your network!
Participants get to have brief, one-on-one conversations with multiple people quickly. The goal is to make as many connections as possible and exchange information.
Have fun with this!
Participants get to have brief, one-on-one conversations with multiple people quickly. The goal is to make as many connections as possible and exchange information.
Have fun with this!
ThURS Dec 5 4:00pm-
6:30pm
6:30pm
Free Time
Time to explore, shop, work or relax!
Thurs Dec 5 6:30pm-
10:00Pm
10:00Pm
Disney Springs Adventure!
Meet at 6:30 pm in the lobby to catch the bus to Disney to enjoy dinner at The Summer House overlooking the lake. After dinner you can explore or enjoy live music before heading back to the hotel.
Fri Dec 6
7:00AM-
7:45AM
7:00AM-
7:45AM
Morning Walk or Run - Optional
Meet Kim Looby in the hotel lobby for a morning walk or run.
Fri Dec 6
8:30AM-
9:00AM
8:30AM-
9:00AM
Continental Breakfast - Connect over Coffee
Enjoy delicious baked goods, acai bowls, fruit and homemade granola with your morning coffee.
Fri Dec 6
9:00AM-
9:45AM
9:00AM-
9:45AM
Philanthropy Today: Capital Fundraising
Speaker: Julie Sistrunk
Chief Development Officer YMCA of Middle Tennessee
Chief Development Officer YMCA of Middle Tennessee
Fri Dec 6
9:45AM-
10:30AM
9:45AM-
10:30AM
Philanthropy Today: In the Digital World
Speaker: Megan Golder
Director, Marketing and Communications at the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Director, Marketing and Communications at the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Fri Dec 6
10:30AM-
10:45AM
10:30AM-
10:45AM
Break
Fri Dec 6
10:45AM-
11:15AM
10:45AM-
11:15AM
Developing and Building Strong Relationships with your Board of Directors
Speaker: Jody Alexander
President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Richmond
President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Richmond
Fri Dec 6
11:15AM-
12:00PM
11:15AM-
12:00PM
Table Talks
Discussions around building strong relationships with your Board of Directors.
Fri Dec 6
12:00
12:00
Adjourn - Safe Travels
Who's Coming
One of the most important parts of a gathering like this is connecting with others.
Speakers
Triangle2 is excited for the opportunity to bring together a group a fantastic speakers that will engage, enlighted and inspire you during our time togehter.
Dr. Alise Cortez
Chief Ingition officer at Gusto, NOW!
Jorge Perez
CEO of Greater Cincinnati YMCA
Jody Alexander
CEO YMCA of Greater Richmond
Brian Kridler
Strategy and Innovation Consultant Triangle2
Megan Golder
Director, Marketing and Communications at the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Julie Sistrunk
Chief Development Officer YMCA of Middle Tennessee
Sponsor
Triangle2
Triangle2 team members have over 100 years combined experience in nonprofit strategy and operations. We’ve been supporting YMCAs, churches, charitable organizations and nonprofits in advancing their mission for 20 years. In addition to our core team, we have a large network of providers who regularly collaborate with us based on our clients’ needs.
Lori Swann
CEO
Marketing Research, Marketing and Membership Development
Tom Massey
President
Strategic Planning and Exective Search
Brian Kridler
Strategy and Innovation
Kim Looby
Fundraising
Darcy Celetti
Community Partnerships and Innovation
Casey Klein
Operations, Membership Development, Camp
Christie White
Project Manager Marketing and Strategy
Ashley Davis
Senior Analyst Marketing Research and Membership Engagement