The ANA Nonprofit Conference: Better Than Ever
The nonprofit industry kicked off 2025 on the banks of the Potomac just outside of Washington D.C. for the 2025 ANA Nonprofit Conference. Together, we explored the latest trends, strategies, and technologies transforming the nonprofit sector.
Highlights
Visionary Keynotes
Fresh perspectives and groundbreaking solutions from thought leaders tackling today’s challenges.
Interactive Workshops
Hands-on sessions with practical tools and insights into AI, creative engagement, and journey mapping for deeper donor relationships.
Strategy Showcase
Innovative products and services tailored to nonprofits.
CFRE Credits Available
Full conference participation was applicable for 11.75 points in Category 1.B — Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. Download the continuing education points tracker
Plus, we dove into seven curated tracks offering expert-led sessions tailored to your nonprofit’s needs:
- Leadership: Essential skills to inspire teams, overcome challenges, and lead your organization with confidence.
- Cause Marketing: How partnerships with for-profits can build trust, amplify visibility, and deliver mutual benefits.
- Changing Landscapes: Evolving technology, policies, and donor expectations, with strategies to engage the next generation of donors.
- Data, Analytics, and Measurement: Transform data into action with innovative methods for driving measurable results.
- Doing More with Less: Maximize impact with low-cost strategies, practical tools, and scalable innovations for sustainable success.
- Innovations and Investments: Navigate emerging tools and technologies to maximize your mission’s impact.
- Retention and Acquisition: Build donor loyalty, attract new supporters, and expand your impact across diverse channels.
See What You Missed
Conference Hosts
Keynote Speakers
Amy Dunham
Chief Communications Officer
Habitat for Humanity
Khalid El Khatib
Chief Marketing Officer
Consumer Reports
Gerald Johnson
EVP, Health Equity and Chief Diversity Officer
American Heart Association
Nancy Molenda
Vice President, Global Corporate Events and Philanthropy
Mattel, Inc.
Chris Oswald
Executive Vice President & Head of Government Relations
ANA
Tunde Wackman
Chief Development Officer
World Central Kitchen
Other Confirmed Speakers
Crashonda Andrew
Vice President of Individual Giving
United Way Worldwide
Alli Bailey
Vice President
M+R
Dan Ball
Fundraising Stewardship & Operations Service Manager
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Becca Blader
Senior Manager of Integrated Fundraising
Make-A-Wish America
Michelle Boggs
Executive Nonprofit Industry Advisor
Classy from GoFundMe
Jessica Bosanko
Senior Vice President
M+R
Paul Clolery
Vice President & Editorial Director
The NonProfit Times
Lori Collins
Founder
Giving Sciences
Peter Dean
Development Operations and Data Systems Manager
Rails to Trails Conservancy
Renee Durnin, CFRE
Senior Client Strategist
The Stelter Company
Jennifer Garbiso
Vice President, Client Success
Wiland
Richard Geiger
Senior Vice President, Nonprofit Solutions
Data Axle
Geoff Handy
Head of Mass Market Fundraising, North America
International Rescue Committee
Libbie Hayward
Director, Direct Response
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Justin Henry
President
Synergy Direct Marketing Solutions
Samantha Henry
Annual Fund Manager
Philabundance
Maria Heskin
Director of Marketing and Partnerships
Women's Sports Foundation
Roger Hiyama
Executive Vice President, Solutions & Innovation
Wiland
Kate Hollandsworth
Senior Vice President of Strategy
AKwire
Brenna Holmes
Independent Consultant & Coach
Brenna Holmes Advisory Consulting
NancyJo Houk
Chief Marketing Officer
American Indian College Fund
Michael Johnston
Founder and President
Hewitt and Johnston Consultants
Katy Jordan
Principal & Founder
Katy Jordan Consulting
Tyler Kalogeros-Treschuk
Director, Individual Giving
Center for Reproductive Rights
Elissa Kalver
Founder & CEO
We Got This
Thuy Kolik
VP, Chief Financial Officer
Lighthouse Youth & Family Services
Courtney Lewis
Executive Vice President
Fuse Fundraising
Amanda Lichtenstein
Senior Manager of Fundraising Content
Operation Smile
Anton Lipkanou
President
Delve Deeper
Liz Lowe
VP, Client Relationships
Allegiance Group + Pursuant
Steve Maggio
Founder, President & CEO
DaVinci Direct, Inc.
Deborah Malone
Founder
The Internationalist
David Miller
Vice President of Mid-Level Solutions
Synergy Direct Marketing Solutions
Shannon Murphy
Principal, Senior VP, Direct Mail Production
Mission Wired
Monica Muten
Vice President, Direct Response
Special Olympics International
Mike Nichols
Chief of Sponsorship and Activation
Group 1001
Linsey Park
Director of Media Planning
Moore
Caroline Pronovost
Associate Director, Donor Retention
ACLU
Mollye Rhea
President and Founder
For Momentum
Lisa Riordan
VP, Data Processing
Data Axle Nonprofit
Rick Roddam
Supervisor, Advertising
Allegiance Group + Pursuant
Ellen Roeder
Client Partner
RKD Group
Kevin M. Ryan
Founder and CEO
Motivity
Ish Savadogo
Chief Financial Officer
National Wildlife Federation
Peter Schoewe
Vice President and Director, Analytics
Mal Warwick Donordigital
Angela Sharp
Senior Director, Business & Financial Operations
Partnership with Native Americans (PWNA)
Allison Shuffield
Managing Director of Corporate Partnerships
Share Our Strength
Kristine M. Shumack
Chief Financial Officer
USO
Eliza Slone
Vice President, Strategy
mkdm
Michele Sommer
Chief Financial Officer
Pan-Mass Challenge
Laura Spellings
Manager, Gift Planning Marketing & Operations
World Wildlife Fund
Leela Srinivasan
CEO
Parity
Mitch Stein
Head of Strategy
Give Chariot
Lacey Stone
Chief Development Officer
UNHCR USA
Maeve Strathy
VP, Client Relationships
Blakely
John Thompson
Chief Marketing Officer
TrueSense Marketing
Katie Valvo
Vice President, Strategy and Planning
Epsilon
Elyse Wallnutt
Founder
Agility Lab Consulting
Hank Walter
Associate Director, Sustainer Retention
International Rescue Committee
Brian Whitelock
Managing Partner
Beyond Direct
Cynthia Winer
Senior Advisor, Supporter Engagement
Save the Children
Beth Wrubleski
Senior Director, Direct Response
Obama Foundation
Anita Yankova
Deputy Vice President, Digital Marketing & Fundraising
IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare)
Conference Sponsors
General Sponsors
