With background in developing creative concepts and design thinking, Izzy helps nonprofits and startups articulate their vision, define their identity, and engage with donors, stakeholders and other audiences through engagement strategy, creative writing, and dynamic presentations. His current work as the CEO of HiRaiser, a SaaS platform that empowers nonprofits to streamline and revolutionize their online fundraising, lies at the intersection of strategy, creativity and tech – leveraging all three to help nonprofits of all sizes launch, grow and scale their online fundraising. Izzy is constantly pushing the envelope in harnessing creativity and technical resources in the service of a vision or project.

Kimberly Deugan came to Advocates Against Family Violence, Inc., (AAFV) as a survivor, wanting to make a difference in the lives of others. She has passionately served the past 15 years as volunteer, Housing Coordinator and currently, as Executive Director. Kimberly takes a vision and makes it a reality through sound strategic development and inspirational leadership, fulfilling the mission of AAFV. She has successfully brought the organization to financial stability with expansion of programs and services to meet the demanding need for victim services. Her visionary perspective has earned her opportunities to serve on community boards and service organizations. When she is not leading and dreaming she is enjoying her family with five children, five grandchildren and an amazing husband.

Rose Maruru is the co-founder and CEO of EPIC-Africa. She is a seasoned global development expert with close to 30 years of experience.Rose has held several management and leadership roles in various organizations across the world. She served as the Director for Operations at Trust Africa, Senegal, a Partnership Advisor at Oxfam International, UK, a Civil Society Engagement Consultant at the African Development Bank, Côte d’Ivoire, a Bids and Proposal Manager at Population Council, USA, and a Program Manager for Save the Children/USA, working across Egypt, The Gambia, and the USA. She also served as an Advisor for the Coalition for Children’s Rights in Yemen.Rose is a board member of the Firelight Foundation and The Accelerator Project. She is also a member of the WINGS steering committee on enabling environment and serves on the editorial board of Alliance Magazine.

Tim Kachuriak is the founder and Chief Innovation and Optimization Officer for NextAfter, a fundraising research lab and consulting firm that works with businesses, nonprofits, and NGOs to help them grow their resource capacity.A nonprofit thought leader, Kachuriak is the author of the book Optimize Your Fundraising, lead researcher and co-author of the Online Fundraising Scorecard, Why Should I Give to You? (The Nonprofit Value Proposition Index Study), and The Midlevel Donor Crisis. Kachuriak has trained organizations in fundraising optimization around the world and is a frequent speaker at international nonprofit conferences. Kachuriak is also the co-founder and board member for the Human Coalition, a member of the board of directors for Open Doors USA, an Advisory Board Member for the SMU Digital Accelerator, Advisory Board Member for Kids Prosper Kids, and an Advisory Board Member for the Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic Impact.Kachuriak lives in Prosper, TX with his wife Rebecca, and their four children: Max (13), Charlie (11), Gracie (10), and Joey (4).

Ranjeeb Sarma is an ESG professional, specialising in Supply Chain Social and Environmental Sustainability, and brings in more than two decades of experience in creation and Implementation of Socio-Economic impact Programmes especially related to Health and Gender Intersectionality. Having worked in both corporate and social sector helps him bring in a unique perspective in terms of identifying and remedying complex issues. He is currently working as a Programme Director at NCSRICCCHange an impact consultancy organization after completing an 8 year stint at Marks and Spencer Plc as a Head of CSR, Ethical Sourcing and Administration for India and Srilanka.

Bekah is a coach's wife to Danny, and mom to two boys, Titus and Ely, both affected by CLN2, a rare genetic disease. She is a speaker, and author of Can't Steal My Joy, and the Executive Director of CASA of Southwest Idaho, an organization that advocates for children who have been abused and neglected and are in foster care. She is passionate about bringing light and hope to dark and broken places.

Mike Krause is the Chief Coaching & Consulting Officerwith Global Bound LLC, working with nonprofit leaders,their talent, and boards to harness mental performancehurdles in order to enhance psychological wellbeingin-and-out of the workplace. Global Bound’s approachemphasizes the importance of understanding our wellbeingindicators and the foundational needs necessary tocultivate an engaging and thriving life. Mike works withleaders to craft and implement tailored solutions forthemselves, their organizations and their workplaceculture.Over the past 25 years, Mike has worked in the non-profit arena, holding various executive leadership roles. He served 4 ½ years with the U.S. Department of State in Southern and Central Africa, working on public health initiatives. Mike serves as a coach for the “Idaho Leads” program through the Idaho Nonprofit Center along with coaching leaders across industries. Mike co-hosts a weekly podcast and travels the region speaking and presenting about workplace wellbeing.

After a multifaceted career as a Peace Corps Volunteer, travel writer, and international recruiter, Katherine moved back to her childhood home of Hawaiʻi to cofound the nonprofit, Honolulu Biennial Foundation (HBF; now called Hawaiʻi Contemporary), which she helped build to become Hawaii’s largest contemporary art festival. As the Executive Director of HBF, she was responsible for all daily operations of the nonprofit, including fundraising, financial oversight, recruiting and empowering a diverse staff, program monitoring and evaluation, and project management. Since 2020, she has consulted for nonprofits to develop sound financial practices, build, and strengthen their organizational structure, and create dynamic, long-term fundraising strategies. In her current role as Director, Client Services at Aperio Philanthropy, she works closely with executive directors, development teams and boards of nonprofits to grow their development programs with data-driven and relationship-based fundraising.

Dr. Scott Smith was born and currently resides in Blackfoot, Idaho.  He furthered his education with a Bachelors degree from Brigham Young University – Idaho and a second Bachelors degree from Logan University in Saint Louis, Missouri.  He finished school with a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree and a Masters Degree in Sports Science and Rehabilitation in 2013. He left private practice in 2017 to become the executive director of the Bingham Crisis Center, where he continues to lead. He earned the Business Management Award from Logan College of Chiropractic in 2013 and was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Leadership in the Idaho nonprofit sector in 2023.  He was presented with the Hero Award by his Board of Directors for his fiscal oversite in paying off the Crisis Center’s building in 2022. Scott is inspired daily by his wife, Jamie, and their two children.  In his spare time, he enjoys learning new things, doing projects around the house, and relaxing with his family.

Sonia Marie Reed, a resilient native of the East Bay, has conquered countless hurdles in her remarkable journey. As a mother of three and a grandmother of six, Sonia's path has been marked by the challenges of homelessness, substance abuse, and domestic violence. However, her life took a positive turn when she discovered the path to recovery while serving time in prison. Upon her release, Sonia, who had faced 13 felony convictions and 28 arrests, secured employment with Goodwill Industries of the Greater East Bay, where she found the stability, she needed and sustainable housing. Fueled by an unwavering determination to transform her life, she enrolled in Merritt College and successfully fulfilled the necessary requirements to receive a COSER Certification. Sonia's unwavering dedication to helping others propelled her to pursue certifications in peer support and drug and alcohol specialization from the prestigious Brining Institute. Presently, she actively engages with Bonita House, Inc., IHOT program supervisor a reputable organization that offers rehabilitation and mental health services in Alameda County. Not only does Sonia make significant contributions to the field of recovery and mental health, but she is also the visionary founder and chair of the East Bay Recovery Community Organization 501(c) (3). Through her influential role, she tirelessly works to empower her community and support others in their pursuit of personal goals. Sonia's indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of others make her an inspiration to all who have the privilege of knowing her.

Jon DeLange is an nonprofit fundraising and marketing professional who has worked with over 50 Christian organizations around the world. He leads a nationwide direct mail program and digital supporter strategy for Summit Ministries, as well as building relational trust with several dozen of the organization's largest donors. During his tenure, Summit has doubled their number of active donors and Jon worked with a family to secure the organization's first ever 7-figure cash gift in the fall of 2023. He coaches other nonprofit fundraisers to gain the attention of their ideal donors and to inspire them to give joyously. You can explore Jon’s philosophy of Relationship Forward Fundraising by joining the conversation with 8700 followers on Linkedin. In his free time, Jon helped launch a peer group for high capacity christian young men, is currently writing about 12 rules for relationship forward fundraising, teaches Christian worldview, plays Disc Golf, and is always ready with a book recommendation. He and his wife, Alli, live with their son on the shores of Lake Macatawa in Holland, Michigan. To work with Jon, check out his product, the Strategic Fundraising Plan.

John D. Wood, Esq., is an attorney, author, educator, entrepreneur and philanthropist. John earned his juris doctorate from New York University School of Law, one of the top ten law schools in the world, and his bachelors degrees in English and Philosophy from Texas Christian University where he graduated summa cum laude. Wood is licensed to practice law in New York and Texas. He is Partner of the law firm Green Klein & Wood, representing insured property owners recovering after casualty events. He is a member of American Mensa and sits on the advisory board of non-profit organizations including the H2H Foundation, Econautics Sustainability Institute, American Policyholder Association, and American Adjuster Association. Wood is a legal scholar and author of law review articles on human nature and risk management appearing in influential law review journals such as the Environmental Law Reporter, NYU Journal of Law and Liberty, and the NYU Environmental Law Journal. John is co-author of an award-winning article on Artificial Intelligence published in the Harvard Business Review, as well as two books, Foundations of Sustainable Business: Theory, Function and Strategy (Wiley 2e) and The Humachine: Humankind, Machines, and the Future of Enterprise (Routledge).  He provides educational and keynote programs on topics including insurance, deepfakes, copyleft, and sustainability for audiences such as the New York State Bar Association, the Attorney General Alliance, and professional and trade societies. His media appearances on Artificial Intelligence strategy include Coast to Coast AM Radio, The Innovation Show, A Geek Leader, and the Lux & Tech podcast.

Sam is the Founder and Chairman of Falling Forward Foundation which makes grants to pay for continued outpatient rehabilitation after insurance benefits run out. Sam saw the need for such support and launched the Foundation after his own rehab experience.   In 2011, Sam suffered a spinal cord injury that resulted from an accident while on vacation in Italy.  Sam was paralyzed from the waist down and faced a long, uncertain recovery. Thankfully, Sam learned that, unlike most medical insurance, his policy had no “therapy cap” and placed no limit on rehabilitation. Sam's insurance covered nearly two years of intensive physical therapy.  With the skill and support of many rehab professionals, Sam recovered.  He's now able to walk with a cane, drive a car, work part-time and live a productive life.   During his two years in rehab, Sam saw the impact of therapy caps first-hand.  Sam met hundreds of people whose recoveries were cut short when their insurance benefits stopped, and they were unable to pay out of their own pockets.  In August of 2013, Sam launched Falling Forward to give other patients the same opportunity that he had --- to continue outpatient rehabilitation and to recover to their full potential. So far, Falling Forward has funded continued outpatient rehabilitation for more than 190 people at four rehab centers in Colorado, Illinois, Kansas and Missouri. To see their stories and learn more, visit www.fallingforward.orgPrior to his accident, Sam spent more than 25 years in marketing and advertising, building some of America's largest brands in snack food, household products, footwear and retail.  Sam grew up in Peoria, IL and earned an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

James Staton Jr. is the Founding Partner of TopFlight Foundation, a nonprofit organization. Prior to founding TopFlight Foundation, James has worked in eight industries including automotive, steel, construction, power transmission, printing manufacturing, telecommunications, computers, and material handling.James has served on boards of several nonprofits. TopFlight Foundation focuses on being catalysts of change and believe in taking action to implement solutions.Our Solutions Summits - Cradle to Wealth - focuses on how to make money, how to keep money, how to make your money work for you instead of you working for the money, and how to pass the money to the next generation - generational wealth. We provide tools for success personally and professionally. We are building an ecosystem that will provide a pipeline young people, that can compete in the global economy and will stabilize our communities. Ensuring we have the skills to maintain our standards of living. We are developing strategic solutions for challenges in our communities. Building a culture and economic system that facilitates excellence and generates wealth is a major key to empowerment.

Known as the “Ambassador of JOY,” Barry Shore is the Founder of EinsteinCares.com, whose Mission is to Give $1 Billion dollars to Charity without costing any Giver a penny. Barryis a Mental Wellness Activist due to his recovery from being a quadriplegic. He is also a philanthropist, multi-patent holding entrepreneur, speaker, author, podcaster, and now swims 2 miles per day. 6 days per week.After a rare disease paralyzed Barry from the neck down, he created the JOY of LIVING Community™, The Keep Smiling movement that has reached multiple celebrities and distributed millions of “Keep Smiling” cards worldwide, and a philanthropic platform featured in Oprah’s Magazine.Barry’s podcast, The JOY of LIVING, is in the Top 2% of all podcasts with millions of downloads and is heard by hundreds of thousands worldwide weekly.Barry’s latest book, Oh Shift! is available along with his other Best Selling Books on Amazon and on barryshore.com. Previous titles include The Joy of Living: You Deserve It and a Pocketful Full of Acronyms which are available for Free at barryshore.com/ebook.

Tami Heim has been the president and CEO of Christian Leadership Alliance since January 2012. Her professional career includes executive leadership experience in technology, marketing, publishing, and retail. She has served as a partner in The A Group – Brand Development, executive vice president and chief publishing officer for Thomas Nelson Publishers, and as the president of Borders, Inc.Tami was certified in for-profit board governance through The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Her nonprofit board experience includes serving on the boards of EQUIP, Lead Like Jesus, Christian Alliance for Orphans, and Growing Leaders. Christianity Today, and Christian Leadership Alliance.  She completed the Christian Credentialed Nonprofit Leader  (CCNL) program in 2013 and now facilitates the online CCNL-Leadership Course for the Alliance.

Gavin Findlay is the CEO of the New Zealand Food Network and brings with him a diverse professional background spanning the travel, aviation, business, and logistics sectors. As a former Officer in the Royal Air Force (based in the UK), Gavin gained firsthand experience working with vulnerable communities worldwide. This global exposure continues to inspire Gavin's unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in New Zealand's food insecure communities.

Robert Tunmire has more than 44 years of experience in the franchising industry and is widely known for his ability to grow companies. He served as Executive Vice President of Neighborly (formerly The Dwyer Group) and for seven years he was the President of Glass Doctor, a  30-year old company. He also served as President and CEO of Neighborly/The Dwyer Group and President of Mr. Rooter Corporation, which is one of Neighborly’s companies. Robert now serves as a Leadership Advisor in the Franchising and Entrepreneurship Industry in addition to being very active in Ministry to Men with the Catholic Church.  In 2006, Robert founded the Central Texas Fellowship of Catholic Men to support Ministry to Men in the Austin Diocese and continues to serve as President of the Advisory Board.   In 2018, Robert joined with a group of leaders in Ministry to Men across North America to found the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance with the vision of equipping every diocese in North America with a vibrant   ministry to men.  He currently serves as President and Executive Director, and in 2020 Robert helped CMLA launch Heroicmen.com as a streaming platform for Catholic men.  Robert is also the co-author of No Man Left Behind, Catholic Edition, a guidebook for ministry to men in the Catholic Church today.

Abhishek Thakore is a serial social entrepreneur and a systems change expert with over two decades of experience. As the founder of The Blue Ribbon Movement he has created an ecosystem of initiatives aimed at building youth leadership, civic engagement and thriving cultures across the social sector. An MBA from IIM Bangalore and a Senior Fellow of Bhoomi College, he uses his diverse expertise for serving humanity's evolutionary purpose and responding to the metacrisis.

Traver Boehm is the author of the books “Today I Rise” and “Man UNcivilized“. He’s a two-time TEDx speaker, men’s coach, and the founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement. He’s helped men all over the world to become UNcivilized as they wake up to the power of their hearts, the brilliance of their bodies, and the wisdom of their souls so they can blaze their own path by uniquely blending both the primal and the divine within them.He is dedicated to doing his part to help end the suffering in men, and the suffering caused by men, by guiding them through their own journey into an actualized version of masculinity.