Welcome to Almabase Inc, brought to you by Almabase 🚀, a premier events channel dedicated to fostering thought leadership and facilitating learning through a series of webinars and spotlights. Our mission is to empower advancement leaders with the knowledge and tools they need to effectively engage and expand their donor base.

💡 This isn’t your average webinar channel. Nope, it’s a place where the giants of the industry come down to mingle, share their secrets, and talk about what’s next. Think of it as your go-to spot for insider info, straight from the mouths of those who’ve been there, done that, and led the way.

Our webinars and spotlights are not just presentations but interactive sessions that encourage dialogue and collaboration among participants. 

Whether you're looking to dive deep into the latest trends, explore innovative fundraising strategies, or understand the future direction of advancement, Almabase Inc is your gateway to becoming a more effective and visionary leader. Join our community, grab your spot at our next event, and let’s make some magic happen! ✨

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We know the last few weeks have been uncertain for many teams using iModules (Encompass) after the recent Anthology Chapter 11 announcement. If you’ve been wondering what’s next or exploring what other options are out there, this session is for you.

After nearly a decade on iModules, the team at **New England College** often found themselves juggling multiple tools, dealing with manual data entry, and spending more time managing processes than engaging alumni.

🔥That all changed when they moved to **Almabase**.

Join **Anna Twombly**, Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations at New England College, as she shares how her team simplified workflows, improved the alumni experience, and—most importantly—made the transition smoother and less overwhelming than expected.

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After hearing Anna’s story, stick around for a **live, 45-minute walkthrough of Almabase** — the modern advancement platform helping schools like **New England College, RISD, Illinois Tech, CSU Bakersfield, and Tennessee State University** simplify engagement and fundraising.

💡 **During the tour, we’ll show you how you can:**

*   Build a beautiful alumni site (no code needed)
*   Automate emails and multi-channel communications
*   Run directories, mentorship programs, and job boards
*   Host events and Giving Days that actually excite your community
*   Sync everything seamlessly with Raiser’s Edge NXT or other CRMs via TrueSync or FTPs

Not sure if you’re ready to switch yet? Totally fine.

This isn’t your typical sales demo — it’s a chance to see what’s possible, learn from peers, and ask anything while you’re at it. 🚀

Bring your teammates too — it’s always more fun (and useful) to explore new ideas together!


Inside New England College’s Future-Ready Advancement Strategy (Plus a Live Tour of Almabase)

✨ **Here’s what we’ll cover:**

*   How to frame Giving Day as the start of a larger story, not the end
*   Easy ways to build micro campaigns around milestones and authentic stories
*   Personalizing donor journeys so people feel connected year-round
*   Keeping ambassadors, volunteers, and boards energized beyond the big day
*   Using data to spot what’s working and strengthen your donor pipeline

If you’ve ever felt the post–Giving Day “drop-off,” this conversation is for you. Join us to explore how to turn one big day of giving into a culture of generosity that lasts all year.

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🌱**Why this session matters**

Giving Days are powerful catalysts for excitement, community pride, and immediate impact. But what happens when the day is over? Too often, the momentum fades before institutions can harness it for long-term success.

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**🔊Who you’ll hear from**

*   **Aaron Riley**, VP of Sales at Almabase — bringing expertise in helping institutions modernize alumni engagement through digital tools
*   **Mike Nagel**, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Catalyst Campaign Partners — drawing on 15+ years of guiding advancement teams on campaign strategy and donor experience
*   **Steve Sjoberg**, Director of Foundation Marketing & Communication at MSUM Foundation — sharing industry experience on sustaining donor engagement, including strategies like **Dragon Legacy Luncheons**, consistent monthly communications, and blending direct mail with digital appeals. With MSUM’s recent **$5.5 million gift announcement** and its upcoming **Giving Day on November 13**, Steve’s perspective will be especially timely.


Sustaining Engagement Beyond Giving Day

Alumni engagement often happens in silos — one team running events, another managing giving, and yet another focused on mentorship or online communities. With multiple systems and scattered data, the bigger picture feels fragmented, and the alumni experience falls short.

**Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)** has reimagined this challenge by designing a unified, integrated alumni experience.

## **💡So, what does it look like when everything comes together?**

Instead of treating events, giving, and community as separate programs, RISD connects them into one ecosystem — making engagement seamless for alumni and measurable for the institution.

In this webinar, Rob Odoardi, Director, Advancement Data Services from RISD, will share how he and his team:

*   Unified their approach to alumni engagement across events, giving, and mentorship.
*   Designed the **Life After RISD program** that connects emerging talent with seasoned professionals.
*   Transformed scattered systems into a connected ecosystem.
*   Drove real results — from Giving Day wins to stronger community participation.

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## **🚀 Who should attend:**

This session is for anyone in advancement who’s ever felt the challenge of fragmented engagement, including:

*   Alumni relations professionals looking to boost engagement.
*   Advancement services teams managing multiple systems and data.
*   Giving and fundraising professionals aiming for a more connected donor experience.

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**✨PS: This won’t be just another presentation. Throughout the session, you can engage in chat, share your POV, and ask questions that we’ll take live at the end.**


How Rhode Island School of Design Built an Integrated Alumni Experience

No matter how long you’ve been running Homecoming, there’s always something new to learn from a peer who’s been in the trenches.

Most colleges host Homecoming. Reunions, a parade, a football game, maybe a bonfire. Sounds fun, right?

But behind the scenes?

It’s a *whole* different ball game -- juggling a week of events, registrations, last-minute changes, and alumni who “forgot” to RSVP.

On **August 28th**, we’re pulling back the curtain with **Shar Berns from Concordia College** to show you exactly how her team:

*   Runs multiple student + alumni events
*   Uses Almabase to make registration and communication almost run themselves
*   Keeps 20-somethings and 50-year reunion alumni equally engaged
*   Manages all the data — from attendee lists to name tags.

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**And this won’t be all talk. We’ll share:**

✅ Real registration pages and email examples

✅ Behind-the-scenes screenshots of the tools in action

✅ Tips you can steal immediately for your own event

**Bonus:** Everyone who registers will receive our **2025 Homecoming Playbook,** packed with even more examples, templates, and best practices to make your Homecoming 2025 the best one yet.


Inside Concordia’s Homecoming: Strategy, Real Examples, and Tools You Can Steal

The nominations are in. The votes are tallied. The judges have spoken.

Now it’s time to meet the *Champions* shaping the future of Advancement.

From fundraising trailblazers to data wizards, from first-time innovators to seasoned leaders — this year’s 50 Champions represent the very best of our global community.

💫 Join us for a super special livestream, hosted by **award-winning Italian-American actor, Michael Bonini.**

Whether you’re here to cheer on your peers or get inspired by their journeys — this is one event you won’t want to miss.

👉 **Save Your Spot for the Livestream Reveal**

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P.S. There's a special giveaway for all the live attendees! 🎁


Almabase 50 Champions | The 2025 Awards Show

Speaker

Michael Bonini

Actor

Replays

Inside New England College’s Future-Ready Advancement Strategy (Plus a Live Tour of Almabase)

Sustaining Engagement Beyond Giving Day