CSPRC Events Archive
February 14, 2012 Luncheon: Love Your Donor, Love Your Volunteer, Love Yourself
At this Valentine’s Day love-fest, we learned how to take the best care of our agency’s donors, volunteers and even ourselves! Stewardship is essential to maintaining positive, lucrative, long-term supporters. Investing in your staff can ensure an engaged team devoted to your organization’s mission. Focusing attention on your own needs will further your fondness for what you’re working to achieve.
Our panel of two local nonprofit leaders talked about their passion and presented heartfelt ideas for sweetening key relationships.
Featuring:
Frank Finnegan, President and CEO of St. Louis Area Foodbank
Julie Reed, Chief Development Officer at Epworth Children & Family Services
January 10, 2012 Luncheon: We're All A-Twitter!
Award-winning social media strategist and digital marketer Chris Reimer helped us tweet in the New Year! An expert on all things Twitter, Reimer had quite a few more than 140 characters to share with us. Chris shared a case study on how he used Twitter to save Pratzel's Bakery in St. Louis and how to apply these principles to your nonprofit. Also, we learned how to tell our nonprofit's story through social media and how our nonprofit can use Twitter to raise awareness, money and volunteers. #CSPRC #dontmissthisprogram #tellallyourfriends
Reimer is Social Media VP @ Falk Harrison and Chief Shirtologist @ Rizzo Tees. He has over 52,000 Twitter followers. He was named Most Influential Twitter User inSt. Louis by
STLTweets.com, beating out over 220,000 local Twitter users. He won the Riverfront Times 2011 Web Award for the “Best Twitterer in St. Louis.”
Chris' twitter handle:
@rizzotees
Visit Chris' blog
View a recent news appearance by Chris on Newschannel 5
"This was the most informative presentation I have ever attended through CSPRC." (from attendee survey)
"Very good and helpful presentation. Speaker communicated clearly and well. Very funny." (from attendee survey)
"Real life example of a Twitter campaign helped us better relate to this social media platform." (from attendee survey)
December 13, 2011: Big Giving From Small Business – Engaging Small Business CEOs
Panelists:
Cindy Brown, President, Shred-It
Teresa Katubig, President and CEO, Extra Help, Inc.
Jennah Purk, President and CEO, Purk & Associates, PC
We learned about the unique qualities of small businesses and how to engage their big hearts and philanthropic spirits. This accomplished and generous CEO panel discussed what non-profits can do to communicate with small to mid-sized businesses and how they can work together to create community-engaging programs.
Congratulations to Dennis Kramme with Emmaus Resident Trust Foundation, who won a FREE CSPRC luncheon in the monthly drawing!
(attendee survey comments coming soon)
November 8, 2011 Luncheon: Social Media: Not Another Thing to Do - But This Really IS Critical
Speaker: Dr. Porismita Borah, Maryville University
Dr. Borah's informative presentation covered best practices for several social media platforms, strategic scheduling and tools for simplifying and coordinating your online presence. Social media is a crucial tool for getting the word out about our agencies' missions, garnering volunteers and gaining financial support. Dr. Borah took us beyond the basics, examining tactics, process development and strategies to achieve maximum exposure for our organizations.
Congratulations to Pam Budke Boltonwith Wildlife Rescue Center, who won a FREE CSPRC luncheon in the monthly drawing!
"Great presentation! It was nice to have an in-depth look at strategies and tactics for social media!" (from attendee survey)
"The speaker was very informative and did a good job of relaying the message." (from attendee survey)
"I always leave a CSPRC luncheon with something of value for my organization." (from attendee survey)
October 11, 2011: Social Entrepreneurship 101
Speaker: Chris Miller, The Mission Center L3C
How can social entrepreneurship (or social enterprise) help your nonprofit's financial base? And how does such an endeavor fit into your communication strategy? Learn how social entrepreneurship works and hear from a local expert who started his own social enterprise.
Congrats to Antoinette Phillips, YWCA of Metro St. Louis, who won a FREE CSPRC luncheon in the monthly drawing!
"Clear definition of organization and programs. Lively speaker." (from attendee survey)
"Chris is an engaging speaker. I appreciated the information and insights he shared." (from attendee survey)
September 13, 2011 Luncheon: Transforming Your Volunteers Into Ambassadors
Lisa Greening, Executive Director, Ready Readers;
Harris Frank, Co-Founder, St. Louis Senior Olympics & U.S. National Senior Olympics;
Seth Teel, Associate Director, Citizens for Modern Transit
Congrats to Dennis O’Brien, Director - NonProfit Advancement, who won a FREE CSPRC luncheon in the monthly drawing!
"All of the speakers were very informative, and I thought Harris Frank was outstanding. I appreciated his simple yet powerful suggestions." (from attendee survey)
"Very engaging and interesting [speakers], as well as adept at succinctly answering the questions." (from attendee survey)
August 9, 2011 Luncheon: TV Media that Understand Nonprofit Issues
Higher Education Channel (HEC TV), Director Dennis Riggs & Marketing & Strategic Partnership Coordinator Joanna Heinrich
KETC TV (PBS), Vice President of Production Patrick Murphy
Congrats to Jeanne Foster, nonprofit management consultant, who won a FREE CSPRC luncheon in the monthly drawing!
"The speakers were excellent, the topic timely. This was one of the best programs I have attended." (from attendee survey)
"I love how receptive [the speakers] were in making you feel as if they wanted your stories right now!" (from attendee survey)
"All of the speakers were extremely knowledgeable about the topic." (from attendee survey)
July 12, 2011 Luncheon: Roundtables
An annual CSPRC favorite – a variety of non-profit public relations/development topics led by a facilitator at each table.
Table topics & facilitators:
-- Engaging with bloggers & other influencers, Brian Cross, Elasticity
-- Recruiting a pro bono PR firm, Beth Minnigerode, Standing Partnership
-- QR codes & smartphone apps, Kathleen Parvis, Midtown Printing
-- Making career transitions, Roni Chambers, GO! Network
-- Email marketing tips & best practices, Tom Ruwitch, MarketVolt
-- Engaging young professionals in your organization, David Gonzalez & Ellen Cooper, GenNext/United Way
-- Using & linking your social media efforts effectively, Cathleen Slone, InnovateU
-- Surrogate Events: More Dollars, Minimal Effort, Stephen Phelps, Doorways
About Brian Cross roundtable(from attendee survey): knowledgeable and articulate
About Beth Minnigerode roundtable (from attendee survey): Beth was great and we had wonderful discussion at our table.
About Kathleen Parvis roundtable (from attendee survey): This is one of the best presentations I've attended. Great examples and really great conversation at our table. I pay a lot more attention to QR codes since Tuesday!
About Tom Ruwitch roundtable (from attendee survey): Super speaker as well as very informed professional. Highly recommend you invite him to be the speaker at a dedicated luncheon meeting.
About Stephen Phelps roundtable (from attendee survey): Stephen did a great job facilitating. I learned a lot of useful information to take back to my fundraising committee.
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June 2011 Luncheon: Nonprofit Missouri
Speaker: Tom Etzkorn, inaugural board chair
"Interesting and helpful topic with personable, informed presenter, thoroughly enjoyed!"
(from attendee survey)
"Tom's presentation was very informative and provided lots of information that we could take back to our organizations." (from attendee survey)
"I enjoyed being a part of such a worthwhile event with such committed people."
(from attendee survey)
May 2011 Conference: CSPRC Spectrum "Bright Ideas"
go to the Spectrum Archive page
April 2011 Luncheon: It's Not Easy Being "Green"
Jean Ponzi, green resources manager for Missouri Botanical Garden
Clarice Hutchens, owner of Replenishing the Earth
Cassie Phillips, executive director of St. Louis Earth Day
"Very good speaker... bring her back!" (from attendee survey)
"The links resource sheet has valuable information." (from attendee survey)
"Knowledgeable speakers!" (from attendee survey)
March 2011 Luncheon: DART – A Collaborative Marketing Success
John Elliott, Elliott Marketing Group
"Great topic." (from attendee survey)
"The presentation was helpful to gain a new perspective." (from attendee survey)
"Good speaker!" (from attendee survey)
February 2011 Luncheon: Cause Marketing & the Pepsi Refresh Project
Gateway Greening
"I thought this was one of the most interesting and well presented luncheon topics. I appreciated the step-by-step overview of their topic and especially liked their thorough account of what worked best, what should be considered, avoided etc. Bravo!" (from attendee survey)
"I thought his program was excellent." (from attendee survey)
January 2011 Luncheon: The New News Consumer & the Future of News: Trends for 2011 & Beyond
Amy S. Mitchell, Deputy Director for the Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism
Joint meeting with the St. Louis Chapters of International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) & Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
"Some surprising stats. Info was presented in a way that made it very understandable." (from attendee survey)
"The presentation was helpful. For nonprofit communicators, it gave some facts to give to Boards and executive directors that show how the media world has changed and will continue to change." (from attendee survey)
"Great speaker, timely topic, interesting information, plus wonderful networking opportunity. Thank you!" (from attendee survey)
December 2010 Luncheon: The "Panera Cares" Experiment
Don Hutcheson, Panera Bread Company
"It was my first luncheon and I truly enjoyed all aspects. I thought the speaker from the Bread Company did a very fine job in his presentation. I met a number of fine people and look forward to going to the next event." (from attendee survey)
"It was fantastic to have a great success story for a holiday time program - very inspiring!" (from attendee survey)
"I thought the speaker was great, and I always enjoy the opportunity to meet and network with other professionals." (from attendee survey)
November 2010 Luncheon: Corporate Giving and Community Collaborations
Lucie Springmeyer, Forest Park Forever, speaker
Mary McMurtrey, Gateway Center for Giving, speaker
Kasey Burgh, Nestle Purina PetCare, speaker
"Great panel! Good variety of panelists!" (from attendee survey)
October 2010 Luncheon: Empowering Your Board Members to Advocate & Communicate for Your Agency
Dan Buck, St. Patrick Center, speaker
"Really good. Dan Buck is a rock star. I wish my executive director were there." (from the attendee survey)
"Great event - ran on time; nice group of people; great presenter - he's the reason I came. Worth every penny and then some. Thanks!" (from the attendee survey)
"This was great. the speaker was terrific and the food was excellent." (from the attendee survey)
September 2010 Luncheon: Crisis Communications
Cindy Gibson, Ritenour School District, speaker
Tim Beecher, Fleishman-Hillard, speaker
"Outstanding content. Even though crisis management is a topic that everyone knows something about, we're living in a different world today. Just hearing about all of the tools the the school district uses was worth the price of the lunch. And Tim Beecher's at the end said it all, "Crisis communications is a team sport." We need to go back to our organizations and develop teams." (from the attendee survey)
"Well organized and presented!" (from the attendee survey)
August 2010 Luncheon: Print Media
Robin Obermueller, C3 Magazine, speaker
Jesse Bogan, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, speaker
"Probably, the best one yet!" (from the attendee survey)
"Was my first event and I will come back - hearing what we need to do to be press worthy was good." (from the attendee survey)
"The two panelists were excellent - both provided key information geared toward our specific audience. C3 seems like the perfect fit for CSPRC members. I appreciated Jesse Bogan's honesty and reality check - even though he mentioned some negatives, he also made a compelling case for how we can work with him and help him tell our stories. I liked having the two panelists, as it allowed time for the panelists to not be rushed and time for thoughtful questions/answers. Thank you!" (from the attendee survey)
"The speakers raised my hopes about getting nonprofit stories out in print media. Their enthusiasm for their chosen professions and desire to serve nonprofits in this way were refreshing, and I hope to contact them to improve media relations for Crown Center for Senior Living. I appreciated their remarks being short because this allowed time for audience questions. Thanks for a very good program." (from the attendee survey)
"I really appreciated the two speakers and their care and passion for non-profits!" (from the attendee survey)
July 2010 Luncheon: Round Tables
8 various speakers
"I ended up sitting at a table that was not my initial choice, but this proved to be a very good decision; I learned information and made a contact that will benefit my organization. I heard many positive comments from other attendees. Thanks to all who organized the roundtables!" (from the attendee survey)
"Our presenter was very knowledgable and made the topic accessible, loved him and his approach." (from the attendee survey)
"Discussion was great, food was definitely above average and well-served. Well worth the time and energy." (from the attendee survey)
"I like the roundtables format and the time to talk with others. Great programs; good food; easy to get in/out of parking." (from the attendee survey)
June 2010 Luncheon: Annual President’s Meeting
Dr. James Kimmey, Missouri Foundation for Health, speaker
"I always have an interesting networking experience, which I really enjoy." (from the attendee survey)
"Very informative and worthwhile." (from the attendee survey)
"Great discussion at our table; good ideas; helpful." (from the attendee survey)
May 2010 Luncheon: Annual Spectrum Conference
Various speakers & breakout sessions
"Great conference! A lot of great info that I plan to implement over the next few months." (from the attendee survey)
April 2010 Luncheon: Events Big or Small: Learn from the Experts
Stephen Phelps, Doorways, Inc, speaker
Laura Cohen, Trailnet, speaker
"Presenters were great! Very informative. Loved the topic." (from the attendee survey)
March 2010 Luncheon: Creating or Redesigning Your Website
Don Barnes, PeaceFrog, speaker
Karen Handelman, 501Creative, speaker
Juliet Holden, Safe Connections, speaker
"There was a tremendous amount of valuable information shared by all three on the panel. No matter how large your website or organization, I think everyone could have taken away some good ideas, strategies and best practices from this presentation." (from the attendee survey)
"Very lovely group of people - easy to network at table." (from the attendee survey)
"It is great to be involved with a group that is all about helping others." (from the attendee survey)
February 2010 Luncheon: Telling Your Story with Video
Kristen Hare, St. Louis Beacon, speaker
Tiffany Collins, Humane Society of Missouri, speaker
"The speakers were great! Fantastic topic. They both gave a unique perspective for a balanced overall presentation. Very helpful! I like this type of format that gives practical information. Thanks!" (from the attendee survey)
"Thanks for a thoughtful presentation on a hot topic! Kristen and Tiffany both provided practical tips and good examples, which helped to convey that video storytelling is not as difficult as it may seem. And what a great turnout - so nice to see so many attendees! Thank you!" (from the attendee survey)
"I thought Kristen's information was excellent -- I walked away with tangible action items and lessons." (from the attendee survey)
January 2010 Luncheon: Joint Meeting with PRSA & IABC
Maril MacDonald, speaker
"I was really invigorated by a lot of this information. Communicators really can contribute and lead in nonprofits just as much as the corporate world." (from the attendee survey)