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Wendy F. Adams, CFRE, is the Founder and CEO of Cultivate for Good, an organization committed to enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit groups through strategic leadership and innovative practices. Based in the Greater Lynchburg Area, she excels as an executive leadership coach, relational leader, keynote speaker, and podcaster. Wendy has a strong educational foundation with a degree from the University of South Florida.
In her role, Wendy empowers nonprofit leaders to establish clear, SMART strategic goals and foster a culture of compassionate accountability. This approach ensures that organizations not only strive towards their missions but achieve significant, audacious outcomes. Wendy’s expertise spans executive leadership, strategic planning, community engagement, donor engagement, and event management.
She is known for her dynamic speaking engagements and will be featured at the “2024 Nonprofit Summit: Synergy for Future Innovations” in Lynchburg, Virginia. Wendy’s core belief is that leaders are pivotal in driving progress and, without effective leadership, organizations are likely to falter in their high-stakes missions.
Tony Beall is a dedicated social impact leader with over 23 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he has a distinguished background in enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations through strategic planning, board development, and mission-driven enterprises. His approach involves creating and implementing synergistic solutions that significantly improve organizational outcomes.
Formerly the Senior Director for the Center for Development & Advancement at National University, Tony played a key role in fostering team growth and promoting healthy internal relationships. He is well-regarded for his contributions to team engagement, wellness, and strategic growth initiatives. Throughout his career, Tony has been recognized for his dedication to the sector, including receiving the 2012 New Small Business of the Year Award and the Valor Award.
Tony holds a passionate commitment to DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging), organizational culture, and music, integrating these elements into his professional endeavors to enrich community and organizational life.
Sherry Quam Taylor is a recognized leader and advisor in the nonprofit sector, specializing in helping nonprofit executives diversify revenue and scale general operations to boost infrastructure and growth. Based in the Greater Chicago area, she heads QuamTaylor LLC, focusing on assisting business-minded, high-performing nonprofit CEOs who manage organizations securing millions annually.
Sherry’s consulting revolves around addressing a critical issue many nonprofits face: the need for more unrestricted funding. She identifies and tackles the barriers preventing organizations from reaching their true revenue potential, such as restrictive government funds or limited cash flow, which hinder flexibility and growth.
Her approach is straightforward and practical, advocating for a fundamental shift in how nonprofits perceive and manage fundraising challenges. Sherry argues that solving these issues isn’t just about enhancing fundraising tactics but about making foundational changes that allow for significant scaling—by 2X, 5X, or more.
Julia C. Patrick, Founder and CEO of the American Nonprofit Academy, is a premier thought leader and champion for the nonprofit community. With decades of experience as a nonprofit executive, volunteer, and multi-generational philanthropist, Julia is dedicated to empowering nonprofit organizations through expert coaching, strategic governance training, and impactful public speaking.
Recognizing critical gaps in nonprofit effectiveness, Julia established the Academy in 2014 to deliver essential tools and best practices in leadership, branding, communication, fundraising, and financial management. She is renowned for her engaging and interactive presentations, including her widely acclaimed Chalk Talk series, which offers practical, actionable insights tailored for nonprofit success.
Julia is also the visionary behind The Nonprofit Show, the country’s only daily live broadcast designed specifically for nonprofit professionals. In addition, she authored the influential book “Building Board Champions: Activating Impactful Nonprofit Board Members,” providing nonprofit leaders with clear, achievable strategies to cultivate strong and committed governance.
Julia Patrick’s influence extends internationally, where she actively shares her passion for strengthening nonprofit organizations. Her holistic approach, enthusiasm, and proven methodologies continue to help nonprofit leaders nationwide drive meaningful change in their communities.
Meredith Terrian is a prominent nonprofit fundraising expert, military and veterans advocate, and a capital campaign consultant. She holds the position of Executive Vice President at Blue Star Families, where she is responsible for planning and implementing strategic initiatives to secure donations and support for military families. Based in Tampa, Florida, Meredith brings a wealth of experience to her role, including her deep involvement in capital campaigns, grants administration, and major gift solicitation.
In addition to her role at Blue Star Families, Meredith serves as a co-host for The Nonprofit Show and as a certified Cause Selling Trainer at the Fundraising Academy. Her academic contributions continue as an adjunct professor at National University, where she teaches nonprofit development professionals the fundamentals of Cause Selling.
As the Founder and Principal Consultant of The Allied Group, Meredith operates her own consultancy, providing expert case writing, strategic planning, and campaign consulting services. Her work and insights are showcased in her active engagement with the nonprofit community on LinkedIn, where she frequently shares updates and participates in discussions related to nonprofit management and development.
Meredith’s education includes a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Florida State University and membership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Her volunteer activities further reflect her commitment to community service and education, as she serves as a Board Member and Vice Chair for several educational and health-oriented organizations.
Meico Marquette Whitlock is a distinguished workplace well-being strategist and the Founder and CEO of Mindful Techie. He specializes in helping mission-driven professionals enhance their well-being to effectively manage work-life balance without sacrificing their health or values. With extensive experience in the tech, nonprofit, and government sectors, Meico is deeply committed to addressing the often overlooked aspect of burnout and overwhelm in these demanding fields.
Meico is the author of the Amazon-bestseller “How to Thrive When Work Doesn’t Love You Back: A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing The World” and “The Intention Planner: A Daily Planner & Structured Accountability System for Changemakers.” He is also a certified trauma-informed mindfulness teacher, which informs his holistic approach to consulting.
He collaborates with a variety of organizations, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Cigna, and Greenpeace, to develop impactful strategies and programs that foster a healthy balance between technology use, work, and personal life. Meico has also shared his insights as a featured speaker on prominent platforms such as ABC News, Fox 5, and Radio One.
Meico holds an M.S. in Information Science from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from Morehouse College. His mission is to empower changemakers to sustain their impact by prioritizing their well-being.
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