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Monday, August 4
 

3:30pm CDT

Adapt or Die - Strategic Leadership for Growth
Monday August 4, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm CDT
Ampitheater
Moving toward long-term success with proven leadership strategies.
Speakers
avatar for Rosten Callarman

Rosten Callarman

Executive Director, Abilene Habitat for Humanity
Rosten Callarman has served as Executive Director of Habitat Abilene since 2021. A former minister, his time in the nonprofit world has included work in low-income neighborhoods, with survivors of domestic violence, and with our neighbors experiencing homelessness. He was part of... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm CDT
Ampitheater
  Administration

4:30pm CDT

How to Start New Programs
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Pier Room
Develop a strategic plan for launching and sustaining new initiatives.
Speakers
avatar for LJ (LaJuan) Gordon

LJ (LaJuan) Gordon

Executive Director, North East Texas Habitat for Humanity
LaJuan Gordon is the Chief Executive Officer of Northeast Texas Habitat for Humanity, serving Gregg, Harrison, and Upshur counties, headquartered in Longview, TX. More than nine hundred households have achieved safer, healthier, and more affordable living conditions during her tenure... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Pier Room
  Administration   ReStore   Repair   New Construction

4:30pm CDT

Fundraising in EVERY Job
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Ampitheater
Discover how every board and staff member contributes to fundraising sustainability and organizational growth.
Speakers
avatar for Tiffany Hall

Tiffany Hall

Director of Individual Giving, Trinity Habitat for Humanity
Tiffany Hall serves as the Director of Individual Giving with Trinity Habitat for Humanity in Fort Worth, TX. With a deep passion for fundraising and advocacy, Tiffany is dedicated to helping individuals pursue and achieve their dreams, especially when it comes to quality, affordable... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Ampitheater
  Fundraising   Administration   Community Engagement   Financial Management

4:30pm CDT

All Things Escrow
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Steuben
Navigate escrow accounts, shortages, deficiencies, and insurance claims to support homeowners.
Speakers
avatar for John Alexander

John Alexander

Executive Director, Waco Habitat for Humanity
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Steuben
  Homeowner Services   Financial Management   Administration

4:30pm CDT

3 Rs of Volunteer Management: Brought to You by the Volunteer Expertise Hub
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Waterford
Managing volunteers is a deeply rewarding and often challenging responsibility at any affiliate. If you are new to volunteer management, you may have questions on where to start. Participate in this introductory session to learn the seven important areas of the volunteer engagement cycle, volunteer management competencies and promising practices to incorporate in volunteer planning. Courses in this workshop can include volunteer recruitment, designing positions for volunteers, delegating and supervising volunteers, orienting and training volunteers, risk management, volunteer program evaluation, and volunteer motivation and recognition.

Learning objective: This workshop aims to provide a Habitat-focused volunteer engagement professional development opportunity for Habitat for Humanity leaders. It is great for any Habitat staff member whose role includes engaging volunteer teams, groups and individuals.
Monday August 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm CDT
Waterford
  Volunteer Management   Administration
 
Tuesday, August 5
 

8:30am CDT

Board Roles vs. Staff Roles & Relationships
Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
Pier Room
Clarify governance and management responsibilities for a well-functioning organization.
Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
Pier Room
  Administration

8:30am CDT

Making the Case
Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
Ampitheater
Use data, Habitat-specific messaging, and storytelling to attract and retain donors.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Calzada

Lauren Calzada

Senior Director of Development, Trinity Habitat for Humanity
 Lauren Calzada is currently the Senior Director of Development at Trinity Habitat for Humanity in Fort Worth, TX. She fell in love with the nonprofit world in 2006 while working with Cook Children’s Health Foundation, a subsidiary of Cook Children’s Health Systems; first as... Read More →
Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
Ampitheater
  Fundraising   Homeowner Services   Administration   Community Engagement

10:00am CDT

Beyond Paychecks: Crafting Benefits That Build Loyalty
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Baccarat
Explore cost-effective ways to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Speakers
avatar for Cody Mogan

Cody Mogan

Managing Director, Employee Benefits, Higginbotham
Applying over 19 years of industry experience, Cody advises and consults with employers to help them control their healthcare costs to maintain affordability for their employees. He focuses on cost containment, employer satisfaction and health risk management as he promotes unparalleled... Read More →
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Baccarat
  Administration   Financial Management

10:00am CDT

Grassroots Organizing & Advocacy
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Steuben
Mobilize supporters to advocate for affordable housing solutions.
Speakers
GA

Greg Anderson

Director of Community Affairs, Austin Habitat for Humanity
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Steuben
  Community Engagement   Administration

11:00am CDT

Financials & Accounting
Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Steuben
Understanding financial principles, including donor restrictions, budgeting, oversight, and compliance best practices.
Speakers
avatar for Your Part Time Controller Speaker

Your Part Time Controller Speaker

Your Part Time Controller
Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Steuben
  Administration   Financial Management

11:00am CDT

Major Gifts
Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Ampitheater
Learn strategies for cultivating major donors and securing transformative gifts for your organization.
Speakers
JG

Jeff Grandy

VP of Client Development, Catapult Fundraising
Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Ampitheater
  Fundraising   Administration   Financial Management

11:00am CDT

Board Best Practices, Including Financial Oversight
Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Waterford
Strengthen governance, financial oversight, and fundraising in small communities.
Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Waterford
  Rural   Administration   Financial Management

3:00pm CDT

Cultivating Cultures of Inclusion: Strategies for Volunteer Programs
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Baccarat
This session focuses on creating and maintaining inclusive environments within volunteer programs. Participants will learn the importance of fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, heard and included, regardless of their background. We will explore best practices for promoting inclusivity through case studies and group activities, such as implementing equitable recruitment processes; providing ongoing diversity, equity and inclusion training; and ensuring diverse representation in decision-making roles. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of creating an inclusive volunteer program that reflects and serves the community. The session also addresses the challenges and resistance that may arise when implementing inclusive practices. Using effective communication and conflict-resolution techniques, participants will learn how to navigate these obstacles with sensitivity and determination.
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Baccarat
  Administration   Volunteer Management

3:00pm CDT

Working with the Media
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Ampitheater
Build relationships with journalists and maximize media coverage for your affiliate.
Speakers
GA

Greg Anderson

Director of Community Affairs, Austin Habitat for Humanity
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Ampitheater
  Community Engagement   Administration

3:00pm CDT

Train the Trainer (SML)
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Steuben
Learn best practices for training staff and homeowners.
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Steuben
  Homeowner Services   Administration

3:00pm CDT

U.S./Canada Affiliate Safeguarding Training Compliance
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Latique
All affiliated staff, board members and volunteers in leadership positions are invited to join this session to gain training in safeguarding while attending the affiliate support organization conference. This is a live and interactive workshop of the online safeguarding training. This course will be most beneficial for those staff members who facilitate the group safeguarding training at their affiliates and for those staff/board members who need to take safeguarding training.
Attendance and participation in this workshop will provide you with the U.S. safeguarding training requirement (Policy 34, “Affiliates must provide regular safeguarding training for all of their board members, staff members, and volunteers in leadership positions.”)
    
Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm CDT
Latique
  Volunteer Management   Administration   Repair   New Construction

4:50pm CDT

Special Populations: Corporations, Veterans, Students
Tuesday August 5, 2025 4:50pm - 5:45pm CDT
Latique
Engage diverse volunteer groups, including families and youth, for impactful involvement.
Speakers
KS

Kristin Smith

CEO, Fort Cavasos Community Habitat for Humanity
Tuesday August 5, 2025 4:50pm - 5:45pm CDT
Latique
  Volunteer Management   Administration
 
Wednesday, August 6
 

8:00am CDT

Cost Allocation & Financial Sustainability
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
Ampitheater
Learn to distribute costs effectively and maintain long-term financial health.
Speakers
avatar for Your Part Time Controller Speaker

Your Part Time Controller Speaker

Your Part Time Controller
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
Ampitheater
  Administration   Financial Management

8:00am CDT

ReStore Safety & Crime Prevention
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
Latique
This session is geared toward Habitat ReStore and affiliate leaders who need to develop or strengthen awareness about some of the top risks affecting ReStores. Learn how your Habitat ReStore can mitigate risk from credit card and computer data hacking and remain compliant with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, avoid common pitfalls when reselling purchased products, and ensure that the store mitigates safety and injury exposures. Bring questions about risks in your Habitat ReStore and be ready for a compelling conversation.
                                   
    
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
Latique
  ReStore   Administration

8:00am CDT

Train the Trainer - Rural
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
Steuben
Build leadership skills to train and empower staff and volunteers.
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
Steuben
  Rural   Volunteer Management   Administration

9:00am CDT

World's #1 Boss: Getting the Most out of Employees
Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ampitheater
Improve performance through appraisals, personality assessments, and motivation strategies.
Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ampitheater
  Administration   Volunteer Management
 
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