The Collective's Fall Conference 2026: Full Schedule

Registration - $150 for Collective Members | $175 for Non-Members*

Hotel Accommodations:
A limited number of rooms are available at the Tru by Hilton in Midtown Cleveland
Room Rate: $119 - Select 1 King or 2 Doubles (includes complimentary breakfast)

Need assistance?
Email our Conference Hosts from Shoes and Clothes for Kids at [email protected]

*To become a member of the Collective & receive the lower registration rate, email Robert Moxley before completing your registration.

2026 Schedule Note: Tuesday & Wednesday are full days with a half-day on Thursday

You will be able to validate your attendance (Check-In to sessions) using your personal schedule.

3:15pm EDT

Creating a Nonprofit Social Media Plan (Strategy & Planning)

Tuesday October 20, 2026 3:15pm - 4:30pm EDT

Learn how to build a clear, strategic social media plan that supports your mission and drives engagement. This session will cover how to set goals, identify your audience, choose the right platforms, and plan content that aligns with your organization’s priorities, with practical tools you can use right away. Walk away ready to create a more focused, effective social media presence that supports your overall communications strategy.

Speakers

Tim Marshall

Director, Digital Marketing Center, Baldwin Wallace University

Tim Marshall has significant experience in leading both the strategy and execution of digital and traditional marketing communications efforts for organizations across a wide variety of industries, including higher education, healthcare, consumer packaged goods and manufacturing... Read More →

Tuesday October 20, 2026 3:15pm - 4:30pm EDT

Marketing/Communications

3:15pm EDT

Making Data Meaningful: Turning Insights into Clear, Compelling Visuals & Stories

Wednesday October 21, 2026 3:15pm - 4:30pm EDT

Learn how to uncover meaningful stories within your data and use them to inform decisions and strengthen your impact. This interactive session will explore practical techniques for engaging teams in data conversations and identifying key insights, with opportunities to practice using sample data. Walk away with tools, resources, and increased confidence to find and use data stories and build credibility to inspire greater support.

Speakers

Stephanie Lloyd

Founder, Mosaic Eval

Stephanie Lloyd (she/her) is a seasoned consultant who has spent nearly two decades working alongside countless nonprofit organizations with a focus on uplifting unheard voices, collaborative learning and creative solutions, and data-based results. Her ambition and expertise are... Read More →

Colleen Kassouf Mackey

Evaluator, Data Shine

Colleen Kassouf Mackey (she/her) has more than 16 years of consulting experience—with a focus on program evaluation and measurement services—for local, national, and international entities across sectors. Colleen has worked in content areas including:

Civic engagement and plac... Read More →

Wednesday October 21, 2026 3:15pm - 4:30pm EDT

Marketing/Communications

11:15am EDT

Equipping Organization Storytellers with Messaging that Connects

Thursday October 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:45pm EDT

Learn how to harness the power of storytelling to connect with your audience and inspire action. This session will cover practical ways to identify, shape, and share stories across your organization, and how to equip staff and volunteers to tell your story with confidence and consistency. Walk away ready to strengthen your messaging, engage your audience, and turn your impact into meaningful support.

Speakers

Jessica Miller

Head of Learning, AI Academy, SmarterX.ai

Jessica Miller, MBA, is Head of Learning at AI Academy by SmarterX, where she leads the strategy and delivery of AI education for professionals and enterprise teams. She focuses on helping organizations move from AI experimentation to real-world impact through applied learning and workforce enablement. Miller brings nearly 20 years of ex... Read More →

Thursday October 22, 2026 11:15am - 12:45pm EDT

Marketing/Communications